The Empire Polo Club also hosts events that are open to the public. Check out some of our past and upcoming public events below!
DATE: JUL 4, 2025
PAST EVENT
The City of Indio presents Independence Day Bash at the Empire Polo Grounds! Festivities will be from 6 - 10 p.m. and include: food & drinks, live performances, kids' zone, patriotic drone show at 9:30 p.m!
NOV 2026 - DEC 2026
UPCOMING EVENT
Magic of Lights is a dazzling, drive-through holiday lights experience featuring favorite holiday scenes and characters of the season using the latest LED technology and digital animations. Experience Magic of Lights from the comfort and safety of your own car as you wind through the sparkling path of Coachella Valley’s new holiday tradition. One carload, one price.
Learn MoreJAN 8, 2027 - JAN 11, 2027
UPCOMING EVENT
The Kennel Club of Palm Springs, California, is holding the annual AKC Licensed All Breed Dog Shows, Obedience and Rally Trials, the first weekend in January at the Empire Polo Grounds in Indio. This prestigious show is considered the opening event of the dog show year on the West Coast!
Learn MoreJAN 16 & 17, 2027
UPCOMING EVENT
The Sand Storm Lacrosse Festival will return for its 20th year at Empire Polo Club in Indio, CA, welcoming over 450 boys and girls teams from all across the US and Canada. – comprised of middle and high school players.
Learn MoreJAN 23, 2026 - JAN 24, 2026
PAST EVENT
The 38th Annual Southwest Arts Festival®, presented by The Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce. This highly acclaimed Festival is held at the world-famous Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. The festival has previously had over 250 acclaimed artists showing traditional, contemporary, and abstract fine works of art and quality crafts. The festival is a major, internationally recognized cultural event.
Learn More2027 TBA
UPCOMING EVENT
The Coachella Valley Invitational welcomes the best clubs in MLS to Greater Palm Springs, California, where sweeping desert vistas will provide the perfect backdrop for this two-week competition to secure roster spots, build momentum, and launch the 2027 MLS campaign. Watch your club prepare for the 2027 campaign just steps from the pitch.
Learn MoreNOV 11, 2026
UPCOMING EVENT
This Veteran's Day 5K & 10K Run/Walk is to honor and support the brave men and women who served our country. This family-friendly event is great for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities, offering a course through an area of the Empire Polo. Come join us in this event as we celebrate veterans' service and sacrifice. Participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt and a portion of the proceeds will benefit Hunter Lopez Memorial Foundation. This event will also feature a pre-race celebration with refreshments, music, and a special ceremony to honor our veterans. Let's come together to run, remember, and show our appreciation for those who have given so much for our freedom. Participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt and a portion of the proceeds will benefit Hunter Lopez Memorial Foundation. This event will also feature a pre-race celebration with refreshments, music, and a special ceremony to honor our veterans. Let's come together to run, remember, and show our appreciation for those who have given so much for our freedom.
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