Modernism Week has expanded its February festival schedule, announcing a wide range of newly added tours, talks, receptions, and free community gatherings taking place Thursday–Sunday, February 12–22. These additions join an already robust lineup and offer attendees rare access to private homes, design‑focused presentations, and festive celebrations throughout Palm Springs. Tickets are available at modernismweek.com.
One of the most anticipated additions is Celebrities on the Green: A Celebration at the Historic O’Donnell Golf Club on Monday, February 16. This early‑evening gathering highlights the glamour of Palm Springs’ golden era with restored midcentury automobiles, go‑go dancers, handcrafted cocktails, and a performance by The Dreamboats. Guests may also take part in an optional guided tour of the historic golf course.
On Saturday, February 14, Modernism Week welcomes architect Elizabeth Diller of Diller Scofidio + Renfro as the festival’s keynote presenter. Diller, a professor of architecture at Princeton University and a recipient of the MacArthur Foundation fellowship, will discuss her cross‑genre architectural work. A book signing follows the presentation.
Hollywood Meets the Palm Springs Plaza Theatre arrives on Friday, February 20, offering a multimedia exploration of the historic Plaza Theatre and its ties to Hollywood. Introduced by Lucie Arnaz, the program traces the Theatre’s influence on Palm Springs’ early development and its evolving future.
Another standout addition is An Incredible Evening at Parr House on Wednesday, February 18. Located within the Artisan Club at Cotino, a Storyliving by Disney community, Parr House draws inspiration from the iconic home featured in Disney and Pixar’s Incredibles 2. The event includes a reception with hors d’oeuvres, refreshments, and live music.
Atomic Ranch magazine introduces two new Talk & Tour programs. On Monday, February 23, Atomic Ranch Talk & Tour: A Hal Lacy Mod Paradise invites guests into a newly renovated Hal Lacy home in Indian Canyons, followed by a panel discussion. On Sunday, February 15, Atomic Ranch Talk & Tour: The Making of The Marquee at Twin Palms offers a behind‑the‑scenes look at Modernism Week’s Featured Home, with insights from H3K Home + Design and the homeowner.
Additional new events include Tickled Pink: Cocktails at Villa Sierra on Wednesday, February 18, offering a rare look inside the famed “Pink Door House,” accompanied by stories from the LGBTQ+ History & Archives of the Desert. On Monday, February 16, Canyon Country Club: History and Design of Palm Springs’ Garden of Eden Book Signing provides guests with a copy of the new 312‑page book by Steve Treinen and access to portions of the Berman‑Rubin Residence. On Wednesday, February 18, The Charles & Ray Eames Foundation: Preserving Legacy, Inspiring the Future features Eames Demetrios and Adrienne Luce discussing the enduring impact of Charles and Ray Eames.
Modernism Week has also added several free events. These include the Newcomers Reception at CAMP on Thursday, February 12; Friday Afternoon Fun: Kaftan Royale on Friday, February 13; Shag’s February Modernism Print Release Party on Saturday, February 14 and Saturday, February 21; St. Theresa School Modernism Projects on Tuesday, February 17 and Thursday, February 19; Mahjong Meetup II on Friday, February 20; and Friday Afternoon Fun: Tiki Time, also on Friday, February 20.
Modernism Week’s top sponsors include Ferguson Home, Brizo, Dunn‑Edwards Paints, Monogram, Cotino, DWR, Flor, and Natural Retreats. The City of Palm Springs serves as the Civic Presenting Sponsor. Festival updates are available at modernismweek.com and on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and X.
Modernism Week is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing scholarships to local students pursuing architecture and design, as well as grants supporting modernist preservation efforts across California.