Catering Proposals Sought for 90th Annual Pioneer Days Special Event
TWENTYNINE PALMS, CA – The City of Twentynine Palms Parks & Recreation Department is inviting qualified caterers and food vendors to submit proposals for catering services for “A Century in the Making Mixer,” a special community event taking place on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the historic Old Schoolhouse Museum.
This unique mixer is part of the 90th Annual Pioneer Days, presented by Bowladium Family Fun Center, will commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Old Schoolhouse. The Old Schoolhouse museum with the theme: “A Century in the Making: Celebrating 100 years of the Old Schoolhouse.” The event will bring together residents, civic leaders, and community partners for an evening of history, connection, and celebration.
The City is seeking a vendor that can provide a menu of small bites or tasting-style options appropriate for a social event with approximately 50-75 guests. Non-alcoholic beverage service is required, and vendors who are licensed to serve alcohol are invited to offer beer and wine as a cash bar only. A catering kitchen located in Founders Hall at the Old Schoolhouse Museum will be available for food preparation and staging. However, no full kitchen services are available on-site.
Interested vendors are asked to submit a proposal that includes sample menus, pricing, staffing plans, licensing documentation, and any available references. The deadline to submit proposals is Friday, September 18, 2026, by 6:00 p.m.The selected vendor will be contacted in late September.
For information on how to be considered, click here: RFP - Catering Services for A Century in the Making Mixer.pdf
Please submit your full proposal as a PDF via email to:
Kiovanni Cabrera
Community Events Coordinator
kcabrera@29palms.org
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR 2026 PIONEER DAYS SPONSORS!
The City of Twentynine Palms extends its sincere appreciation to the sponsors and community partners whose generous support makes Pioneer Days possible. The 90th Annual Pioneer Days is proudly Presented by Bowladium Family Fun Center. Associate Sponsors include the Kiwanis Club of Twentynine Palms and Mountain View Ranch. Community partners include Friends of the Historic Plaza, Rediscover 29, and the 29 Palms Run Club. The City's Supporting Sponsor is Desert Ace Hardware.