![]() ![]() En route in the race, you’ll swing past a number of homes once owned by legendary stars like Elvis Presley, Dean Martin, Marilyn Monroe, Sammy Davis, Jr. Named one of the top movie-themed fun runs in SHAPE magazine, the Red Carpet Run takes place during the famed Palm Springs International Film Festival (this year’s 31 st edition will be held January 2–13). Palm Springs International Film Festival Red Carpet Run 5K & 10K ![]() Since its inception, the Tour de Palm Springs has raised over $3.2 million for nearly 100 local charities. New for 2020: 10% discount on groups of 20 or more, plus food trucks at lunch SAG stops. Festivities surrounding the event include a food court, vendor expo and live entertainment. Growing from 400 participants in 1998 to upwards of 10,000 cyclists, the annual Tour de Palm Springs offers riders diverse distance routes (10, 28, 55, and 102 miles), as well as celebrity walk and ride, and 1.5 mile Sprint Challenge. The event starts with a one-loop swim in the clear waters of Lake Cahuilla and finishes with a two-loop running circuit traversing the lush fairways of the Indian Wells Golf Resort. This global juggernaut of endurance contests marks its second year in the eastern Coachella Valley with an exciting new bike course that takes athletes on scenic roads boasting spectacular views to the Thermal Raceway and through the City of La Quinta to the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Festivities include a Kid’s Zone with face painting and crafts, a Beer Garden, and more. One of the Valley’s largest 5K events, the charity race is both competitive-with a certified course and timed race-and casual with prizes for winners in several age categories. The 13 th Annual Fortem Financial Thanksgiving Day 5Kīenefitting vital programs offered by Indio-based Martha’s Village & Kitchen, this Thanksgiving Day 5K presented by NBC Palm Springs kicks off at 8 a.m. The event is organized by Palm Springs Marathon Runners. The flat terrain presents an easy family- and dog-friendly course for runners and walkers of all levels a portion of the proceeds goes to Mizell Senior Center’s Meals on Wheels program. on scenic Palm Canyon Drive in the heart of downtown Palm Springs. Running Wild’s annual Wild Turkey Trot takes place on Thanksgiving morning starting at 8 a.m. If you’re planning a La Quinta Resort & Club getaway for the Thanksgiving holiday, you can get a head start on burning calories and also give back by participating in the races below that support two outstanding local charities. Here are our picks for 10 fantastic fitness events in and around La Quinta you won’t want to miss: With its stunning landscape, along with year-round sunshine and warm weather, the Palm Springs area has emerged as a prime destination for competitive runners and cyclists.Īchieve your personal best in a palm-studded paradise and then unwind with luxurious spa and wellness amenities in our storied Waldorf Astoria resort. At dawn in the Coachella Valley, the first rays of light bathe the mountains and desert in vivid shades of gold and orange, animating a fascinating topography of breathtaking natural beauty. ![]()
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