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Modernism Week

October 15-18, 2026 and February 11-21, 2027

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Palm Springs Events Calendar

There’s always something happening in the desert. From film festivals and midcentury-modern home tours to world-class tennis, live music, Pride celebrations, and colorful holiday traditions, these events offer even more reasons to plan a Palm Springs escape.

Event dates and details are subject to change. Visit the linked event websites for the latest information.

Every Thursday

  • Palm Springs VillageFest
    Every Thursday evening
    Downtown Palm Springs closes Palm Canyon Drive to traffic for a lively pedestrian street fair filled with local artists, makers, food vendors, shops, and entertainment.

September 2026

  • Greater Palm Springs Spa Month
    September 1–30, 2026
    Enjoy seasonal treatments, wellness experiences, and special offers at spas throughout Greater Palm Springs.

  • Cinema Diverse: Palm Springs LGBTQ+ Film Festival
    September 17–20 and September 24–27, 2026
    Discover LGBTQ+ feature films, documentaries, and shorts at the Palm Springs Cultural Center.

  • The Dinah
    September 30–October 4, 2026
    Palm Springs welcomes the world’s largest celebration of queer women and nonbinary people for live music, pool parties, and nightlife.

October 2026

  • Modernism Week — October
    October 15–18, 2026
    The fall edition of Modernism Week features architectural tours, design programs, parties, and special access to iconic Palm Springs properties.

  • Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge
    October 17, 2026
    This scenic 3.7-mile run and walk climbs nearly 2,000 feet toward the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway.

  • Halloween Palm Springs
    October 30–31, 2026
    Celebrate Halloween with two nights of costumes, live entertainment, dancing, and outdoor festivities in the Arenas District.

November 2026

  • Palm Springs Pride Week
    October 31–November 8, 2026
    Pride Week brings special events, parties, community gatherings, and LGBTQ+ celebrations throughout Palm Springs.

  • Greater Palm Springs Pride Festival
    November 6–8, 2026
    This free downtown celebration features live entertainment, multiple stages, local vendors, block parties, and an expansive marketplace.

  • Palm Springs Pride Parade
    November 8, 2026
    Colorful floats and community groups travel along Palm Canyon Drive during one of Palm Springs’ most joyful annual traditions.

  • Palm Springs Veterans Day Parade
    November 11, 2026
    Palm Springs honors veterans with a patriotic parade along Palm Canyon Drive.

December 2026

January 2027

February 2027

  • Tour de Palm Springs Weekend
    February 5–6, 2027
    Thousands of cyclists gather for a festive charity ride through Palm Springs and the surrounding Coachella Valley.

  • Modernism Week 2027
    February 11–21, 2027
    Celebrate Palm Springs’ legendary architecture and design through home tours, lectures, films, exhibitions, cocktail parties, and special events.

  • BNP Paribas Open
    February 28–March 14, 2027
    Watch the world’s best ATP and WTA players compete during two weeks of professional tennis at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden.

March 2027

  • American Documentary and Animation Film Festival
    March 17–21, 2027
    The Palm Springs Cultural Center presents independent documentaries, animated films, filmmaker conversations, and special programs.

  • Fashion Week El Paseo
    March 2027 — Dates to Be Announced
    Runway shows, designer presentations, and stylish events take over Palm Desert’s El Paseo shopping district.

  • Palm Desert Food & Wine
    March 2027 — Dates to Be Announced
    Enjoy chef demonstrations, tastings, seminars, and culinary experiences featuring celebrated chefs and local restaurants.

April 2027

May 2027

  • White Party Palm Springs
    Dates to Be Announced
    This signature LGBTQ+ weekend features resort pool parties, dancing, live entertainment, and late-night events.

  • Arthur Lyons Film Noir Festival
    Dates to Be Announced
    Classic film noir returns to the Palm Springs Cultural Center with screenings, special guests, and conversations.

  • Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week
    Dates to Be Announced
    Restaurants throughout the Coachella Valley offer special prix-fixe menus and seasonal dining experiences.

June 2027

  • Palm Springs International ShortFest
    Dates to Be Announced
    One of the world’s leading short-film festivals presents hundreds of films alongside filmmaker panels and special programming.

  • Splash House
    Dates to Be Announced
    Palm Springs resorts transform into lively poolside music venues for this signature summer festival.

July 2027

July is one of Palm Springs’ quieter event months—perfect for leisurely pool days, spa experiences, restaurant reservations, and relaxed evenings in the desert.

August 2027

  • Splash House — August Weekends
    Dates to Be Announced
    The poolside music festival returns for two weekends of DJs, resort parties, and after-hours entertainment.

September 2027

  • Greater Palm Springs Spa Month
    Dates to Be Announced
    Spas throughout the valley offer restorative treatments, wellness packages, and seasonal specials.

  • Cinema Diverse: Palm Springs LGBTQ+ Film Festival
    Dates to Be Announced
    Celebrate LGBTQ+ cinema with feature films, documentaries, shorts, and filmmaker events.

  • The Dinah
    Dates to Be Announced
    Palm Springs hosts several days of music, pool parties, dancing, and community for queer women and nonbinary guests.

October 2027

  • Modernism Week — October
    October 14–17, 2027
    The four-day fall celebration offers architectural tours, design programs, social events, and previews of the February festival.

  • Desert X 2027
    Opens October 30, 2027
    Explore free, site-responsive contemporary art installations throughout the Coachella Valley. The exhibition continues through May 7, 2028.

  • Halloween Palm Springs
    October 31, 2027
    Costumes, music, dancing, and outdoor entertainment bring the Arenas District to life. Additional event details will be announced.

November 2027

  • Greater Palm Springs Pride
    Dates to Be Announced
    Palm Springs celebrates LGBTQ+ pride with live entertainment, parties, a downtown festival, marketplace, and colorful parade.

  • Palm Springs Veterans Day Parade
    November 11, 2027
    The annual Palm Canyon Drive parade honors veterans, active-duty military members, and their families.

  • Desert X 2027
    Continuing throughout November
    Discover contemporary art installations set throughout the desert landscape.

December 2027

  • Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade
    December 4, 2027
    Celebrate the season with illuminated floats, giant balloons, marching bands, performers, and holiday favorites along Palm Canyon Drive.

  • WildLights at The Living Desert
    Dates to Be Announced
    The Living Desert glows after dark with dazzling light displays, seasonal entertainment, and family-friendly experiences.

  • Desert X 2027
    Continuing throughout December
    Experience the Coachella Valley’s landscape through an evolving collection of free outdoor artworks.