CV Weekly: Modernism Week Wraps Up, New Businesses Open Across the Valley
✨ Last Week Around the Valley
What a week it was across the Coachella Valley! From a major cultural festival wrapping up to new businesses cutting ribbons, October is proving to be one of the most vibrant months of the year in the desert.
Modernism Week Fall Preview Draws 20,000+ Visitors
The 2026 Modernism Week Fall Preview (October 15–18) wrapped up in Palm Springs with an estimated 20,500–22,000 visitors and an economic impact of $14–18 million. The four-day mini-festival featured over 140 dealers at the Palm Springs Convention Center, architectural bus tours through neighborhoods like Twin Palms and Vista Las Palmas, and exciting new programming — including the first-ever guided tour of the historic Blue Skies Village in Rancho Mirage. Regional hotel occupancy climbed to 86–92% during the event. Learn more about Modernism Week.
Nothing Bundt Cakes Celebrates Grand Opening in Palm Springs
On Monday, October 19, Nothing Bundt Cakes held its official ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce at 5200 E. Ramon Road, Suite G6. This marks the brand's third Coachella Valley location, joining existing bakeries in Palm Desert and La Quinta. The shop soft-opened October 6 and celebrated its grand opening weekend with free Bundtlet giveaways for the first 100 guests. Read more.
Ranch House Bar & Grill Opens in Indio
The Ranch House Bar & Grill opened its doors on October 23 at the site formerly occupied by Jackalope Ranch in Indio, bringing a fresh dining option to the east valley.
Palm Springs Airport Launches $93.6M Baggage Overhaul
Palm Springs International Airport kicked off a major $93.6 million project to modernize its baggage handling system — a sign of the region's continued growth as a travel destination.
WWE Comes to Acrisure Arena
WWE's Road to Survivor Series: WarGames tour made a stop at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert on October 22, drawing wrestling fans from across the region.
Townie Bagel Changing Ownership
The Coachella Valley Independent reports that beloved local spot Townie Bagel is changing ownership. Stay tuned for updates on what's next for this community favorite. Follow CV Independent for updates.
📅 Coming Up This Week
There's plenty happening across the valley this week — from a Día de los Muertos hockey night to a brand-new nightclub grand opening. Here are some highlights:
Sun Community Credit Union Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting
Tuesday, October 27 | 5:30–7:00 PM | 52378 Cesar Chavez Street, Coachella
Join the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce for the ribbon cutting and grand opening of Sun Community Credit Union's new Coachella branch.
W.A.S.P. with KK's Priest — "1984 to Headless" Tour
Thursday, October 29 | 7:30 PM | The Show at Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa, Rancho Mirage
Classic metal legends W.A.S.P. bring their North American tour to Rancho Mirage, with KK's Priest (featuring former Judas Priest guitarist K.K. Downing) as special guests. Get tickets.
Dream Maker Bath & Kitchen Ribbon Cutting
Thursday, October 29 | 3:00–4:00 PM | 82545 Showcase Parkway, Suite 109, Indio
A joint ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the GCVCC and Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce welcomes this new home improvement business to the valley.
Eagle Cathedral City Grand Opening
Friday, October 30 | Noon | 67625 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City
A brand-new venue opens its doors just in time for Palm Springs Leather Pride weekend. The Eagle features a Void Acoustics sound system, LED video wall, and an 800-square-foot outdoor patio. Learn more.
CV Firebirds vs. Henderson Silver Knights — Día de los Muertos Night
Friday, October 30 | 7:00 PM | Acrisure Arena, Palm Desert
The Coachella Valley Firebirds host the Henderson Silver Knights in a festive Día de los Muertos themed home game. Get tickets.
Recurring Weekly Events
- Palm Springs VillageFest — Every Thursday evening on Palm Canyon Drive, Downtown Palm Springs. Food, art, live entertainment.
- The Street Fair at College of the Desert — Every Saturday & Sunday, 8 AM–2 PM, 43500 Monterey Ave, Palm Desert. The beloved outdoor market is back for its October–May season!
- Free Thursday Nights at Palm Springs Art Museum — Every Thursday, 101 Museum Dr, Palm Springs. Free admission from 4–8 PM.
- Old Town La Quinta Art & Farmers Market — Every Sunday, 78100 Main St, Old Town La Quinta.
- Indio Food Truck Fridays — Every Friday, Indio Plaza, 45285 Towne Street, Indio.
- Palm Desert Certified Farmers Market — Every Sunday, 72559 Highway 111, Palm Desert.
👉 View the full Coachella Valley events calendar at Desert Biz Connect
🏪 Newly Added to Our Directory
These local businesses recently added their listings to Desert Biz Connect. If you're looking for great local services, check them out!
Troy Pro — Consulting | La Quinta
Troy Pro recently added their listing to our directory. Looking for consulting services in La Quinta? Visit their website.
The Dinner Detective True Crime Mystery Show — Entertainment & Nightlife | Palm Springs
The Dinner Detective recently added their listing to Desert Biz Connect. Looking for a unique interactive dining experience in Palm Springs? Check out their shows.
Tax Fluential Solutions — Accounting & Tax Services | Indio
Tax Fluential Solutions is now listed on Desert Biz Connect. Looking for accounting and tax services in Indio? Visit their website.
Hammer 'N Nails — Home Services | Palm Springs
Hammer 'N Nails recently added their listing to our directory. Looking for home services in Palm Springs? Find them in our directory.
Millers Glass Tinting Solutions, Inc — Construction & Contractors | Palm Springs
Millers Glass Tinting Solutions recently added their listing to Desert Biz Connect. Looking for glass tinting or contractor services in Palm Springs? Find them in our directory.
👉 Explore all local businesses in the Desert Biz Connect directory
🆕 New to the Valley
These businesses are genuinely new to the Coachella Valley — confirmed via chamber of commerce events and local news sources:
Nothing Bundt Cakes — Palm Springs
The specialty bakery celebrated its official grand opening on October 17 and ribbon cutting on October 19 with the Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce. Located at 5200 E. Ramon Road, Suite G6, this is the brand's third Coachella Valley location. Source: Palm Springs Chamber
Ranch House Bar & Grill — Indio
This new bar and grill opened October 23 at the former Jackalope Ranch site in Indio, bringing a fresh dining and entertainment option to the east valley.
Sun Community Credit Union — Coachella (Opening October 27)
A new branch opens at 52378 Cesar Chavez Street, Coachella, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce. Source: GCVCC
Dream Maker Bath & Kitchen — Indio (Opening October 29)
This home improvement business is opening at 82545 Showcase Parkway, Suite 109, Indio, with a joint ribbon cutting hosted by the GCVCC and Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce. Source: GCVCC
Eagle Cathedral City — Cathedral City (Opening October 30)
A brand-new nightlife venue opens at 67625 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, just in time for Palm Springs Leather Pride weekend. Source: Desert Sun
Know of a new business opening in the Valley? Let us know at Desert Biz Connect!
🤝 Ways to Serve the Community
Looking to give back this fall? The Coachella Valley has wonderful organizations making a difference every day. Here are some ways to get involved:
FIND Food Bank — Indio
According to their website, FIND Food Bank is currently welcoming volunteers for warehouse sorting, community food distribution, and homebound delivery programs. Volunteers aged 17+ can sign up for shifts through their online Volunteer Hub. Sign up at findfoodbank.org
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Desert
According to their website, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Desert is currently welcoming volunteer mentors ("Bigs") to be matched with local youth in grades 1–9. As of earlier this year, approximately two dozen children in the valley are waiting for a mentor — just 4–8 hours per month can make a lasting difference. Learn more at bbbsdesert.org
Animal Samaritans
According to their website, Animal Samaritans is currently welcoming volunteers for a variety of roles including cat cuddlers, dog walkers, clinic greeters, foster caregivers, and their Highway Heroes animal transport program. Apply at animalsamaritans.org
Coachella Valley Housing Coalition (CVHC)
According to their website, CVHC is currently welcoming volunteers to support tutoring, office assistance, housing construction, and community programs serving over 15,000 residents across Riverside and Imperial Counties. No prior experience required. Apply at cvhc.org
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