Season Finale: Wine Around the World Buffet – Thursday, April 23, 2026.

Take your taste buds on a global adventure at Desert Willow Golf Resort. Enjoy an international buffet featuring grilled kabobs, roasted lechón, white fish papillote, and wood-fired pizzas, plus decadent desserts from around the world.

Set the mood with live island-style music by Ben Benavente, whose smooth vocals and reggae-inspired rhythms bring the breezy spirit of Hawai‘i to this unforgettable night under the stars.

Event Highlights:

• Live island-style music by Ben Benavente
• Wine Around the World Buffet
• Outdoor dining under the stars
• Lakeview Terrace | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Reservations are required, celebrate the season finale of Music & Dining Under the Stars in true Desert Willow style.

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Steakhouse Buffet & Timeless Rock – Thursday, April 16, 2026.

Enjoy a classic steakhouse evening under the stars at Desert Willow Golf Resort. Indulge in a hearty Steakhouse Buffet featuring pepper-crusted strip loin, Wiener schnitzel veal, rotisserie chicken, and decadent desserts.

The night comes alive with live music by The Zippers Trio, known for their timeless rock and dance hits that perfectly pair with bold flavors and moonlit views.

Event Highlights:

• Live music by The Zippers Trio
• Classic Steakhouse Buffet
• Outdoor dining under the stars
• Lakeview Terrace | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Reservations required, book early for this bold, high-energy Thursday night event.

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Season Finale: Wine Around the World Buffet – Thursday, April 23, 2026.

Take your taste buds on a global adventure at Desert Willow Golf Resort. Enjoy an international buffet featuring grilled kabobs, roasted lechón, white fish papillote, and wood-fired pizzas, plus decadent desserts from around the world.

Set the mood with live island-style music by Ben Benavente, whose smooth vocals and reggae-inspired rhythms bring the breezy spirit of Hawai‘i to this unforgettable night under the stars.

Event Highlights:

• Live island-style music by Ben Benavente
• Wine Around the World Buffet
• Outdoor dining under the stars
• Lakeview Terrace | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Reservations are required, celebrate the season finale of Music & Dining Under the Stars in true Desert Willow style.

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Seafood & Sound – Thursday, March 12, 2026.

Immerse yourself in a coastal-inspired evening of seafood and smooth live music at Desert Willow Golf Resort. Enjoy a Seafood Buffet alongside dynamic entertainment by Radio Ready, Southern California’s premier dance band.

Event Highlights:

• Live music by Radio Ready
• Chef-crafted Seafood Buffet
• Outdoor dining under the stars
• Lakeview Terrace | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Reservations are required, secure your spot early for this lively coastal celebration.

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Wine Tasting Buffet with Angelique Featuring Dare Hous – Thursday, March 19, 2026.

Raise a glass to an elegant night of fine wine, flavorful cuisine, and smooth live music at Desert Willow Golf Resort. Enjoy a wine-inspired buffet featuring red wine–braised short ribs, truffle risotto, and grilled pork chops with apple demi.

Live entertainment by Angelique Featuring Dare House brings soulful R&B, Motown, and timeless hits to the Lakeview Terrace, setting the tone for an evening of flavor and sophistication.

Event Highlights:

• Wine-inspired buffet
• Live performance by Angelique Featuring Dare House
• Outdoor dining with sunset views
• Lakeview Terrace | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Reservations required, book early for this elegant evening of wine, food, and live music.

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Latin America Buffet & Soulful Grooves – Thursday, February 26, 2026.

Feel the rhythm of R&B and Motown with the Stanley Butler Band and indulge in a Latin America–inspired Seafood Buffet under the stars at Desert Willow Golf Resort.

Led by Harlem-born bassist Stanley Butler, the band brings smooth grooves and dynamic energy to the Lakeview Terrace, perfectly paired with fresh, seasonal cuisine by Chef Francois Gaertner and Sous Chef Gustavo Garcia.

Event Highlights:

• Live music by the Stanley Butler Band
• Latin America–inspired Seafood Buffet
• Outdoor dining with Firecliff Course views
• Lakeview Terrace | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Reservations are required, book early for this vibrant and flavor-packed night of food and music.

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Soothing Sax & Seasonal Flavors – Thursday, January 29, 2026.

Ease into the evening with smooth saxophone sounds by Ben Benavente and a seasonally inspired buffet under the stars at Desert Willow Golf Resort.

Enjoy a soulful night of music and cuisine on the scenic Lakeview Terrace, complete with panoramic views of the Firecliff Course and warm desert ambiance.

Event Highlights:

• Live saxophone performance by Ben Benavente
• Chef-crafted seasonal buffet
• Outdoor dining with stunning views
• Lakeview Terrace | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Reservations are required. This intimate event is perfect for a relaxing winter evening in Palm Desert.

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Spanish Tapas & Soulful Sound – Thursday, February 12, 2026.

Spice up your Thursday evening with a Spanish Tapas Buffet and the powerhouse vocals of Angelique featuring Dare House under the stars at Desert Willow Golf Resort.

Chef Francois Gaertner and Sous Chef Gustavo Garcia present a vibrant menu inspired by the flavors of Spain, paired perfectly with soulful R&B and Motown hits that will keep you moving all night long.

Event Highlights:

• Live music by Angelique featuring Dare House
• Spanish Tapas Buffet
• Starlit outdoor dining
• Lakeview Terrace | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Reservations required, this popular evening fills quickly, so book early to experience the energy, flavor, and rhythm of the night.

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From Caprese to Classic Rock – Thursday, November 13, 2025.

Experience the charm of Italy under the stars at Desert Willow Golf Resort. Enjoy a night of live music, Italian-inspired flavors, and scenic views from the Lakeview Terrace.

Savor a chef-curated buffet by Executive Chef Francois Gaertner and Sous Chef Gustavo Garcia, perfectly paired with the feel-good sound of The Zippers Trio, performing timeless rock and dance hits that span the decades.

Event Highlights:

• Live music by The Zippers Trio
• Italian-inspired buffet
• Alfresco dining under the stars
• Lakeview Terrace | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Reservations are required. Seating is limited, reserve your table early for an unforgettable Italian evening under the stars.

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Music & Dining Under the Stars: Radio Ready Live – Thursday, November 20, 2025.

Enjoy a night of high-energy hits, chef-crafted cuisine, and sweeping mountain views as Radio Ready takes the stage for Music & Dining Under the Stars.

Chef Francois Gaertner and Sous Chef Gustavo Garcia present a seasonally inspired buffet that pairs perfectly with the band’s lively rhythm, creating a memorable open-air dining experience on the Lakeview Terrace.

Event Highlights:

• Live music by Radio Ready
• Seasonal buffet dinner
• Outdoor dining with sunset views
• Lakeview Terrace | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Reservations are required. Book early for one of the season’s most energizing Thursday night experiences.

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