DAILY RESORT ACTIVITIES
From fitness classes and poolside fun to social mixers and games, Emerald Desert offers a variety of activities throughout the week. Some activities happen daily, while others take place on certain days or repeat weekly or bi-weekly.
Check the itinerary below to see what’s scheduled during your stay.
All-Year Traditions You Love
Pick up croquet, pickleball, tennis, and putting gear at the front desk, plus easy game guides to get you started on the fun!
Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays
8 AM | Pickleball Courts

Pickleball Open Play
Sundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays
10 AM | Main Pool

Water Volleyball
daily
Disc Course at North Pond (near the Bark Park)

Disc Golf
DAILY
The Palms Lawn

Cornhole at The Palms
DAILY
The Palms Lawn

Bucket Golf
DAILY
Croquet Lawn (to the left of the Front Office)

Croquet at The Palms
Stay Fit in Paradise
Mark your calendars: activities start January 2026!
For Pilates and Stretching classes, please bring a yoga mat and a water bottle to stay hydrated.
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
8:45 AM | Main Pool

Aquatic Fitness Classes
TUESDAYS
8:45 AM | Emerald Ballroom

Stretching Time
tuesdays
10 AM | Putting Green near the Front Office

Golf Clinic with Coach Tarra
THURSDAYS
8:45 AM | Emerald Ballroom

Morning Pilates
FRIDAYS
8:30 AM | Sports Courts

Pickleball Challenge
Let the Games Begin!
Starting in January, our high season brings game nights to life every day! From poker and bingo to trivia and card games, there’s always something fun to join.
It’s the perfect way to spend your evenings connecting with friends, meeting new neighbors, and enjoying a little friendly competition.
Mondays
2 PM | Emerald Ballroom

Mahjong
MONDAYS
6 PM | Emerald Ballroom

Card BINGO
tuesdays
6 PM | Emerald Ballroom

Team Trivia
WEDNESDAYS
5:30 PM (Sign-up) 6 PM (Game) | Emerald Ballroom

Texas Hold’em Poker Nights
thursdays
1 PM | Emerald Ballroom

Mexican Train
THURSDAYS
5 PM | Emerald Ballroom

Potluck & Games
Special Events All Year Round
View our Special Events Calendar to see what’s coming up during your stay.