Annika & Adam

March 15, 2025 • Palm Desert, CA

Annika & Adam

March 15, 2025 • Palm Desert, CA

Things to Do

Our Wedding... Your Long Weekend Vacation!

Here are a few of our favorite things to do in the area, so you can make the most of your trip.

Shopping, Dining, and More in Downtown Palm Springs

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Take some time to explore Downtown Palm Springs!


This downtown plaza has something for everyone to enjoy. From fine foods and casual dining to upscale shopping and small mom-and-pop shops, it’s all available here!

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Indian Wells Tennis Garden

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78-200 Miles Ave, Indian Wells, CA 92210, USA
(760) 200-8200

Are you a tennis fan? Well you are in luck because our wedding is during the Second Week/Championship Weekend of the "Grand Slam of the West" - The BNP Paribas Indian Wells Open.


Located just 6 miles from our venue, come into town early or stay late to see your favorite tennis stars in action!

Palm Springs / Palm Desert Golf

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Maybe golf is more your style... Good news! The Palm Springs area is home to more than 100 golf courses. So pack your clubs and schedule a tee time, because the Palm Springs & Palm Desert Resorts area is often referred to as the "golf capital of the world".

The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens

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47900 Portola Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260, USA
(760) 346-5694

Emu, and Kudu, and Giraffe - Oh My!


The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is a non-profit zoo and desert botanical garden located in Palm Desert. The Living Desert is home to over 500 animals representing over 150 species and is rated one of the 10 Best Zoos in the US, specializing in the deserts of the world.

Indian Canyons Hiking Trails

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38520 S. Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs
760-323-6018

Hit the trails!


Indian Canyons is a nature reserve on Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians reservation land in South Palm Springs.


The park spans over 31,500 acres and is home to 60 miles of hiking trails that take you through breathtaking canyons, unique rock formations, and lush vegetation. Popular hiking trails include Andreas Canyon (1.2 miles, easy), Palm Canyon (2.7 miles, moderate), and Murray Canyon (4.7 miles, moderate).

The Palm Springs Surf Club

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1500 S Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs, CA 92264, USA
(760) 205-3634

Beat the heat and cool off at the Palm Springs Surf Club!


This former waterpark was recently transformed into a cutting-edge surf wave pool & luxury aquatic resort. General Admission tickets include access to water slides, lazy river, lounge pool, splash pad, 3 bars, 2 restaurants, and great views of the surf pool!