Palm Springs Modernism Week 2026

Each February, Palm Springs becomes a mecca for architects, designers, and lovers of mid-century modern design, and Modernism Week is the reason why. Taking place February 12-22, this 11-day festival celebrates the architecture, art, interiors, landscape design, and vintage culture that define the region’s iconic aesthetic.

More than 400 tours, programs, and special events unfold across the city, offering visitors rare access to private homes, architecturally significant buildings, and curated experiences ranging from lectures and exhibitions to themed cocktail parties and classic car shows.

Don’t Miss:

Preview Kickoff Party

Kick off the week on February 13 from 6 to 9pm at the Palm Springs Convention Center. This popular opening-night event offers early access to more than 125 national and international vendors selling vintage furniture, decorative arts, and fine art. Tickets include an open bar, passed appetizers, live music, and valet parking.

Architectural Bus Tours

Guided bus tours run daily and are an easy way to experience Palm Springs’ architectural highlights. Favorites include Houses That Define Palm Springs, showcasing iconic neighborhoods and classic mid-century styles, and The Illuminated Twilight Tour, a sunset ride past landmark buildings that concludes with complimentary cocktails and appetizers at the Tommy Bahama Bar.

Home Tours

Explore some of Palm Springs’ most coveted neighborhoods, including The Movie Colony, Twin Palms, and Racquet Club Estates, through guided, self-guided, and bicycle tours of some of Palm Springs most iconic and beautifully preserved 1950s and 1960s homes.

Films & Talks

The Palm Springs Art Museum hosts lectures, exhibitions, presentations, and film screenings throughout the festival, adding cultural depth to the architectural programming.