Friday - Sunday
Friday
Rock: During the '90s, the rock band Godsmack became noteworthy for its brand of high-octane tunes with vigorous lyrics and otherworldly themes. The band has proven in the past it can play rock sets fans love and immersive acoustic shows. In 2023, Godsmack released its eighth album "Lighting Up The Sky," which received acclaim by fans and demonstrated the band's staying power.
See for yourself on Friday when Godsmack performs at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino.
If you go: 8 p.m., Friday, Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. $59 to $99. (760) 342-5000. fantasyspringsresort.com
BEST BETS Thursday - Saturday
Magic: Nick Paul has performed his magic fused with comedy on "Penn & Teller: Fool Us," "The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon," "Magic for Humans" with Justin Willman and more. He also shines on the live stage and has performed at corporate events, cruises and theaters around the globe.
On Thursday to Saturday, Paul will perform multiple shows at Marvyn's
Magic Theater.
If you go: Multiple performances from Thursday to Saturday, Marvyn's Magic Theater, 46-630 Washington Street, La Quinta. $75. marvynsmagictheater.com
Comedy: Jo Koy is famous for his many appearances on "Chelsea Lately" as a roundtable guest, his many comedy specials on Netflix and Comedy Central and hosting the Golden Globe Awards in 2024. He's also packed theaters and arenas around the world.
Koy will perform on Friday to Sunday at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa in Rancho Mirage. The Saturday show is sold-out but tickets are available for Friday and Sunday.
If you go: Friday to Sunday, Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. $95 to $225. aguacalientecasinos.com
Saturday
Rock: Over the course of The Mother Hips' lengthy history, the Northern California band has shared stages with Johnny Cash, Wilco, Lucinda Williams and more. The band has earned accolades by Rolling Stone, Pitchfork and The New Yorker. In 2023, The Mother Hips released the album "When We Disappear" featuring a cover of Buffy St. Marie's 1964 song about the perils of addiction, "Codine."
The Mother Hips will perform on Saturday at Pappy and Harriet's.
If you go: 9:30 p.m., Saturday, Pappy and Harriet's, 53-688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown. $30 to $35. (760) 2282222. pappyandharriets.com
Desert Sun reporter Brian Blueskye covers arts and entertainment. He can be reached at brian.blueskye@desertsun.com or on Twitter at @bblueskye.