Palm Springs Modernism Week

How does swinging by Frank Sinatra or Dinah Shore’s pad for a cocktail sound? Or maybe checking out some vintage airstream trailers? Perhaps you’re in the market for a fabulous piece of furniture or work of art?

It’s all possible at Palm Springs Modernism Week, an 11-day extravaganza celebrating midcentury architecture, design, art, fashion and culture. There’s a massive lineup of home and estate tours, films, lectures, exhibits, classic car and trailer shows, along with chic evening soirees, concerts, and guided tours by bike, double-decker bus or on foot.

One of the most popular elements is the Modernism Show & Sale, featuring dealers from around the world selling furniture, décor and fine art, as well as the Palm Springs Modern Design Expo, which offers the latest home technologies, hand-crafted furniture and contemporary art. Even if you don’t know Googie from Deco, Palm Springs Modernism Week has something for everyone.

Visitors can step into California history and get inspired during Palm Springs Modernism Week, a celebration of midcentury architecture and design.

Event Themes

• Arts
• Culture
• Entertainment
• Fashion
• Music
• Nightlife

• Bus tours
  Modernism week’s most popular attraction, experience architectural masterpieces led by expert guides providing insight into history, development and the masters behind the designs.
• Home tours
  Experience iconic modernist architecture first-hand either self-guided or with a group.
• Film and presentations
  Hear the voices and stories behind the art and architecture through live talks, presentations and movies.
• Experiences
  There’s something for everyone at Modernism Week from art shows, fashion shows, cooking classes and more.
• Entertainment and social
  From dinner and drinks at iconic locations, to mixing and mingling with architects and designers, there is no shortage of entertainment.