Check out these things to do in the Valley:

Indian Wells Certified Farmers Market

Shop produce from local farmers, fresh food and artisans every Thursday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. October through May and 5 to 9 p.m. June through September. In The Villages Shopping Center at 74895 Highway 111, Indian Wells. Visit, acebook.com/IndianWellsCertifiedFarmersMarket.

Palm Spring Outdoors Farmers Market

Find local fruits and vegetables at the Palm Spring Certified Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays through May. Masks are mandatory. In the Camelot Theatres parking lot, 2300 E. Baristo Road. For more information, visit certifiedfarmersmarkets.org. 

La Quinta Farmers Market

Organic, locally grown produce can be found at the La Quinta Certified Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sundays through April. Masks are mandatory. In Old Town LQ off Calle Tampico at 78100 Main St. Masks are mandatory. For more information, visit certifiedfarmersmarkets.org.

Palm Desert Farmers Market

Buy organic, fresh produce from local farmers at the Palm Desert Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesdays through April. Masks are mandatory. Between Alessandro Drive and San Gorgonio Way at 44710 San Pablo Ave.  For more information, visit certifiedfarmersmarkets.org. 

Desert X

The third edition of Desert X, curated by César García-Alvarez and Neville Wakefield, will be held throughout the Valley through May 16. For more information on the international art exhibit, visit Desertx.org. 

Perez Plaza Art and Design Art Walk

Presented by Anne Bedrick Fine Art, the monthly Perez Plaza Art and Design Art Walk showcases works on display at nine contemporary galleries in Cathedral City. The monthly event takes place from 5 to 8 p.m. on the first Friday of each month through July.

Stroll Sunnylands

Stroll the gardens of Sunnylands, relax on benches, or take a self-guided audio tour. Admission to the gardens is free from 8:30 a.m to 4 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday. As of press time, there was limited access to the Center, including the gift shop located in the theater and the restrooms located near the north entrance. The café is open for outdoor walk-up orders. 37977 Bob Hope Drive in Rancho Mirage. Visit Sunnylands.org for more information.

Vintage Palm Springs

The Palm Springs Vintage Market returns 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays, April 4 and April 11, in the Palm Springs Cultural Center parking lot. Vintage clothing, furniture, decor and other collectibles will be available. Compulsory masks, social distancing and a limited capacity will be in effect. For more information, visit palmspringsvintagemarket.com.

Living Desert Zoo and Gardens

The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is open to visitors daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with last admission at 4 p.m.  To avoid crowding, timed tickets are required and can be purchased at Livingdesert.com. 

Art Auction '21

The Palm Springs Art Museum will hold a virtual fundraiser April 9 through April 16. Partnering with Sotheby’s, the museum will be auctioning an array of artwork by today’s most notable artists. Approximately 40 artworks that range in value from $5,000 to $100,000 will be made available. For more information, visit www.psmuseum.org.

Modernism Week 2021

The second part of Modernism Week 2021 will feature ticketed, in-person events April 8-18. Activities range from home and landscape tours to a mixology cocktail clinic and the 21st Annual Palm Springs Modernism Show & Sale + Modern Design Expo. For a complete list of activities and to purchase tickets, visit modernismweek.com.

Love at the Drive-In

The Palm Springs Animal Shelter, in partnership with the Bow Wow Film Festival, will hold Love at the Drive-In, a festival of short pet-themed films that can be viewed from the comfort of your own vehicle on April 24. Local favorites The Gand Band will kick off the event with live entertainment at the Palm Springs Air Museum. Three local residents will be honored for their work with animals, and the evening will also feature live and silent auctions. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit psanimalshelter.org.

Keys Ranch Tours

Explore the colorful story and numerous artifacts of Joshua Tree's Keys Ranch during this guided tour held at 9:30 a.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday through May 31. Cost is $10 for adults; $5 for Senior/Access Pass holders and for children ages 6-11. Free for children under 6. Reservations are required. When making reservations, the staff will give you directions to the program location. Visit www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/300004 to reserve your spot.