In keeping with our mission of Promoting and Cultivating the Arts,
La Quinta Arts Foundation will present an exciting slate of activities for the 2012-2013 Season.   We are committed to provide innovative cultural events, learning and self enrichment opportunities for Coachella Valley residents and visitors.  Creative partnerships with artists, musicians, local business, civic and charitable organizations ensure delivery of successful programs to the community.

Follow the links below for further information about these LQAF Events.

Art Under the Umbrellas

Select Saturdays – 10am to 4pm

October 27, November 10, November 24, December 1, 2012
January 12, January 19, February 9, February 16, March 23,  2013

These one day public art events are located in Old Town La Quinta on designated Saturdays.  Located at the corner of Calle Tampico and Desert Club Drive, Old Town La Quinta provides the perfect venue to browse fine art, enjoy live music, wine tasting, and quaint shopping.   Learn More…

La Quinta Blues & Brews

Saturday, Nov. 17, 2012 – 11am to 5pm

La Quinta Arts Foundation invites you to  the 6th annual La Quinta Blues & Brews.  Hosted by Premier Sponsor City of La Quinta at the beautiful La Quinta Civic Center campus, this event gets better each year.   Hear three live bands,  enjoy over 30 micro and craft brews and fabulous fare from La Quinta Restaurants.  Learn More…

The Art of Fashion at Chico’s, El Paseo

Sunday, Jan. 20, 2013 – 11am to 6pm

La Quinta Arts Foundation and Chico’s, a favorite women’s clothing and accessories retailer, located at The Shops on El Paseo,  will once again teamed up to bring you “The Art of Fashion.” Learn More…

31st La Quinta Arts Festival

Thursday-Sunday, March 7-10, 2013 – 10am to 5pm

Join us for Southern California’s Premier Art Festival, ranked No. 1 in the Nation! Learn more…

On a smartphone or tablet? Visit La Quinta Arts Festival’s new mobile website, here: Festival.LQAF.com

For over a quarter century the City of La Quinta has been the Premier Sponsor of La Quinta Arts Festival and a partner in La Quinta Arts Foundation events. Please visit the City’s tourism website to learn about exciting activities occurring in La Quinta.