The 37th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival continues this week, screening 169 films from 72 countries at multiple theaters in Palm Springs, Cathedral City, and La Quinta. The festival includes 44 international feature submissions for the Academy Awards. It concludes with a closing night screening of “Glenrothan,” directed by actor Brian Cox on Jan. 11, followed by Best of Fest screenings on Jan. 12. Admission varies by screening.
Fantasy Springs Resort Casino resumes its weekly Two-Step Tuesday, which features country music, dancing, and lessons for newcomers. The event is free, with drinks available for purchase.
The Palm Springs Backstreet Art District will host its monthly art walk, offering visitors the chance to explore 13 art galleries with food, beverages, and live entertainment. The event takes place at South Cherokee Way and Matthew Drive.
The Creativity Club One-Year Anniversary Exhibition opens at Hi-Desert Artists, showcasing work created through a weekly art program in partnership with Desert Arc, a nonprofit supporting individuals with disabilities.
The Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce’s Rock the Park concert series continues at Downtown Palm Springs Park. This week’s performance features Bee Gees Forever. Concerts are held the first Wednesday of each month through May and are free to attend.
A weekly farmers market is held every Thursday in the parking lot of Southwest Church. Visitors can shop for local produce, prepared foods, and crafts. Admission is free.
Magician Jen Kramer will perform at the McCallum Theatre. Kramer, recipient of the Female Magician of the Year award, is known for her interactive presentations and has been recognized by Tripadvisor with a Travelers’ Choice Award.
Revolution Stage Company will present two days of new plays performed by local artists. On Saturday, Jan. 10, Group 1 performs at 1:30 p.m. and Group 2 at 7:30 p.m. On Sunday, Jan. 11, Group 2 performs at 2 p.m. and Group 1 at 5 p.m.
Peter Noone, an English singer and actor, will perform in Palm Springs this weekend. His hits include “Oh You Pretty Things” and “I’m Into Something Good.”
Daughtry will perform an acoustic concert benefiting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention at the Morongo Grand Ballroom. Doors open at 7 p.m., with the show starting at 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10.
The Arthur Newman Theatre’s Sunday Cabaret Series continues its 16th season this month. This week’s show features an original musical by Bill Spera, written by Scott Calcagno with music direction by Chip Prince.
