Host an Event

Transform your special occasion into an unforgettable desert oasis event.

Explore Unique Event Opportunities

Offering a spectacular backdrop for everything from elegant weddings to corporate gatherings, this venue transforms any celebration into a memorable affair. Hosting your event here not only provides a distinctive setting amidst natural beauty but also supports conservation efforts, making your special occasion contribute to a greater cause. Whether aiming to impress clients, celebrate love, or gather for a meaningful cause, your event is guaranteed an extraordinary experience.

☀️ Summer Booking Specials ☀️

Turn up the heat on your summer plans! From June through September 2026, unlock limited-time discounts and exclusive perks when you book your event at The Living Desert. Whether you’re planning a corporate gathering, celebration, or private experience, this is your chance to secure a one-of-a-kind desert setting — at an even better value. Dates fill quickly, so lock in your event and get ready for a WILD celebration.

Best Birthday Party EVER

Looking to plan a birthday party that really makes a splash? This is it! Book a private celebration at the Oasis Splash Pad anytime between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m. and enjoy exclusive access to one of the Valley’s coolest spots.

Venue Rate: $3,500 (2 hours)

Add on the Bighorn Cafe and enjoy 50% off the cafe venue fee — plus complimentary cupcakes to sweeten the celebration!

"I Do" With a View

Planning a summer wedding? Book your event at the Bighorn Cafe this summer and we will waive the venue fee! With sweeping mountain views and a visit from the resident bighorn sheep, your guests will enjoy a stunning setting paired with exceptional food and beverages — perfect for a spontaneous, unforgettable celebration.

Venue Fee: $7,500 for Cafe + Deck – WAVIED for June-September events

Capacity: 150 indoors | 130 on the back deck

Prime dates won’t last — secure your event and take advantage of this limited-time offer.

Elevate Your Summer Corporate Event

Take your meetings, team celebrations, or client gatherings to the next level at Bighorn Cafe, where your guests will enjoy sweeping mountain views and the chance to spot our resident bighorn sheep. Exceptional food and beverages set the stage for a professional yet unforgettable experience.

Venue Fee: $7,500 for Cafe + Deck – WAIVED for June–September events

Capacity: 150 indoors | 130 on the back deck

Limited summer dates are available — secure your corporate event today and make it one to remember.

The Living Desert is the Perfect Place for a WILD Celebration

Weddings & Rehearsal Dinners

Corporate Meetings & Events

family reunions

Family Reunions & Celebrations

Our Venues

Discover an oasis of unique event spaces at The Living Desert, where the beauty of nature meets unparalleled elegance. From serene tranquility and majestic vistas to modern sophistication, our versatile indoor and outdoor venues are surrounded by lush landscapes and exotic wildlife, promising to make your next gathering unforgettable. Whether it’s a romantic wedding, an intimate affair, or a grand corporate event, we invite you to create lasting memories in our extraordinary desert sanctuary.

Book Your Private Event

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.


You can also email us at
[email protected] to book your event.

Preferred Vendor List

Event Planners

Bridezilla Events
Gabriela Marquez
951.427.2733
www.bridezillaevents.co

Lola Kent Weddings & Events
Lola Kent
[email protected]
562.235.2772

Stacey Jones Event Design
760 880 0870
www.staceyjones.com
[email protected]

Sola Fide Photography
Michele Tully
[email protected]
www.solafidephotography.com

LuLu’s Catering Diego Castillo
[email protected]
760.883.5880
www.lulupalmsprings.com/catering

Carousel Catering Inc.
Bill Jones
760.322.6441
[email protected]

Taste (SSA – The Living Desert Zoo Catering)
Paul Faulkner

760.346.5694

ext.2302
[email protected]

Exquisite Desserts
Samantha Ward
760.772.5522
[email protected]
www.exquisitedesserts.com

Nothing Bundt Cakes
Lauren Bright
72216 Highway 111 Suite F-3
Palm Desert CA 92260
760.346.3440
[email protected]

The Pastry Swan
Deborah Quinn
760.202.1213
www.pastryswan.com

Lotus Garden Center
760.404.1940
www.lotusgardencenter.net

My Little Flower Shop
760.778.7111
www.mylittleflowershop.com

Vaso Bello
Ronn Burns
www.vasobello.com

Studio Kate Floral
Kate Minelian
www.studiokatefloral.com

Bright Event Rentals
760.343.5110
[email protected]
www.bright.com

Planks and Patina
John Mania 951.217.2928
[email protected]
www.planksandpatina.com

Signature Party Rentals
Elena Estrada-Galvez
[email protected]
Office: 760.863.0671
Direct: 760.501.3022

Ultimate Events
Donna Groves 760.340.4314
www.ultimateventsinc.com

Sola Fide Photography
Michele Tully
[email protected]
www.solafidephotography.com

Trespass Photography
Drew Metzger
[email protected]
760.989.1293