Things to do when it’s 110°
Cool, shady and indoor places for the long desert summer, from splash pads to museums with good AC.
- Do outdoor things before 10 in the morning or after sunset.
- Bring more water than you think, even for short trips.
- Many museums and indoor play spots have summer camps and cheaper weekday hours.
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- Berger Foundation IceplexKid-friendlyPublic skating, skating lessons, camps and youth hockey.
- Desert Aquaventures Indoor Swim LessonsSwimming instructor in Cathedral City.
- Desert Swim AcademySwimming instructor in Palm Desert.
- Palm Desert Aquatic CenterKid-friendlyPublic pool with recreation swim, slides and swim lessons.
- Palm Springs Swim CenterKid-friendly50-meter public pool at Sunrise Park with swim lessons and open swim.
- Piranha Swim TeamSwimming instructor in Palm Springs.
- PowerKids CenterKid-friendlyKids-only gym with classes for burning off energy.
- Robin Hood ArcheryKid-friendlyArchery range and lessons for kids and families.
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