Travelers love to document their trip with pictures. Luckily, our phones all have cameras now, making it easy to snap a quick pic on the go. It is especially important to document your trip during the holiday season to cherish your time with family. This is a beautiful destination during the winter and offers many incredible Palm Springs photos spots. Below, we’ve listed the top spots for a family holiday photo in Palm Springs.

The Living Desert WildLights

Palm Springs is home to many incredible attractions in the area that are each a joy to see in person. This includes The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. You will find sprawling exhibits with exotic animals and beautifully maintained gardens to explore. The Living Desert WildLights focuses on natural conservation to help the area flourish. Part of that is by sponsoring events throughout the year, including WildLights. This holiday event turns the zoo into a sprawling holiday light show that features over three million holiday lights. Each of the zoo’s exhibits will be decorated in delightful holiday lights and displays, giving you a whole new perspective of the zoo at night. Don’t forget to see the many exotic animals during your visit, including the rhino, giraffe, and more.

A favorite display returning once again for the 2024 season is the Tunnel of Lights, where you will find is a perfect backdrop for your family photo. Picture a tunnel of countless holiday lights that surround you and your family. This will make for the perfect Christmas card or a photo to simply cherish any memories you have of the trip. Don’t forget to also check out the Dazzling Gift or the holiday themed G-Scale train. You can stay warm during your visit with hot cocoa or visit the s’mores station. A full bar is available for adults aged 21 years or older too.

WildLights will be open on select nights from November 26th through December 30th. The zoo will be closed on Christmas Day and December 19th will be an adults-only night. Tickets for WildLife start at $15.95 per person and are separate from day passes for The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. Come take some pictures of this local favorite event!

Miracle Pop Up at Truss & Twine

If your family is all over 21, you will find that the Miracle Pop Up at Truss & Twine is the place to be. Each year, Miracle comes back again as a Christmas-themed cocktail bar that appears inside Truss & Twine here in Palm Springs. The masterful menu is curated by mixologist Joann Spiegel, who has created a menu of holiday inspired cocktails and drinks. Favorites from the previous year often make a comeback along with brand new drinks ready for the holiday season. You will find that the Christmas décor inside Miracle to be the perfect background for a family photo. This is a perfect option for when the kids have all grown up and are ready for a night out with mom and dad!

Santa Paws 5K and Elf Dash

Palm Springs also hosts the annual Santa Paws 5K and Elf Dash each year with it returning once again in 2024. This is not your typical 5K race and instead a 5K where your family pups are allowed to join for the fun. This annual event supports Guide Dogs of the Desert. Santa Paws 5K and Elf Dash encouraged participants to also show up in their best holiday costumes to have a little fun. There is nothing better than seeing the family with big smiles on their faces in a family photo with the family dog and loveable costumes. Getting a photo at this event just says your family knows how to have a good time!

Photos with Santa

You can also get photos with Santa Claus as well during your time in Palm Springs. He will make an appearance for the month of December over at The Shops at Palm Desert. Grab your family and get a photo with himself or let the kids take all the fun. Mondays even allow your family dog to join in on the photo sessions! Each year, there is also a Pajama Party with Santa where you can show up in your pjs for the photo. The Gardens at El Paseo also has Santa on hand for a one day event in front of their huge holiday tree. You will even receive a framed photo with Santa.

Palm Springs Is Your Holiday Destination

The holidays at Palm Springs is the way to go this year. Grab the family for a picture and remember your journey here.

If you are looking to escape the hustle of the big city but still want a weekend full of luxury, you need to plan for a stay here in Palm Springs. Our Southern California home is the perfect place to getaway away and treat yourself to the finer things in life. Take a look at what your luxury weekend in Palm Springs can look like:

Luxury Vacation Rentals

Your luxury weekend starts by reserving one of our exclusive high-end rentals right here in Palm Springs. These luxury homes can be as big as 8-bedroom homes with sprawling open floor plans. Each property is professionally decorated and will put local resorts to shame. Most luxury homes we offer feature huge outdoor pools with heating options (just in case for the cooler California winters). Additional amenities featured in these homes can include mini-golf courses onsite, workout equipment, game rooms, vaulted ceilings, backyards with beautiful mountain views, and much more. We make sure all of your needs are taken care of when you reserve one of these premium homes.

Fine Dining Restaurants

Palm Springs is full of the finer things of life, including fine dining restaurants. Make sure to stop by one of these locations such as Workshop Kitchen + Bar for an incredible experience. This local restaurant features New American cuisine that is paired with seasonal cocktails that use fresh ingredients. The restaurant is located in a former movie theatre, but you would not be able to tell with the beautiful décor. Copley’s on Palm Canyon is another great fine dining restaurant that can be found on the former Cary Grant estate. You will have near-endless options for fine dining restaurants here in Palm Springs.

High-End Shopping

Perhaps the best spot in town for a selection of high-end shopping can be found over at the Uptown Design District. This shopping district features a variety of art galleries, high-end boutiques, and trendy restaurants for you to explore.  Expect these shops and galleries to feature a mid-century modern style for which Palm Springs is known.

Enjoy Your Luxury Weekend in Palm Springs

As you can see, there is no shortage of high-end fun when you vacation to Palm Springs. Get ready for the weekend getaway of a lifetime when you choose from our selection of luxury vacation rentals right here in the desert.