Modernism Week’s October festival is returning with one of its most robust fall schedules yet — four days packed with architecture, design, dining, nightlife, and immersive experiences across Palm Springs. Running October 15–18, 2026, this curated lineup blends fan‑favorite tours with brand‑new programming designed to showcase midcentury style in fresh, unexpected ways. This year introduces nighttime events, exclusive culinary experiences, new home tours, and a first‑ever Modernism Week–produced excursion to the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. With more than 50 events — many free or low‑cost — the October festival offers an accessible, exciting way to explore the city’s iconic modernist heritage.
Below is a detailed look at some of the standout experiences:
- Fall Dining Series — Curated dinners at Eight4Nine, Bar Issi, Trio, King’s Highway, and Mr. Lyons, each blending midcentury ambiance with elevated cuisine.
- Modernism Week After Dark — New nighttime social events at Spirit Animal and the Amigo Room featuring DJs, cocktails, and festive energy.
- Hall Winery Tasting — A special evening with curated wines, charcuterie, and Modernism Week insiders.
- Palm Springs Modernism Show Preview Party — Early access to rare vintage furniture and accessories, plus cocktails and entertainment.
- Cotino Progressive Dinner — A Storyliving by Disney experience exploring three architecturally distinct homes.
- Sunset at The Lautner Compound — Twilight tours with cocktails, architectural history, and restoration stories.
- Premier Double Decker Architectural Bus Tour — Open‑top sightseeing through Palm Springs’ most iconic neighborhoods.
- Sinatra’s Rat Pack Homes & Hangouts — A glamorous look at Sinatra’s Palm Springs world.
- Bella da Ball’s Celebrity Homes Tour — A drag‑hosted sunset tour of celebrity haunts and clubs.
- Twilight Architectural Bus Tour — Illuminated views of midcentury treasures.
- Mini‑Coach Architecture Tours — Intimate, climate‑controlled tours of modernist homes.
- Featured Home Tours — Including The Marquee at Twin Palms, Blue Skies Village, CoCo Cabana, Desert Lanai 4, Palm Springs Paradise Home Tour II, and the Sackley‑designed Liever Residence.
- Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Tour — A brand‑new architectural excursion exploring Frey’s Valley Station and Williams’ Mountain Station.
- PS UNDERGROUND Performances — “Nod to Mod” supper club and “The Sunny Side Up” brunch, both immersive midcentury‑themed shows.
- Palm Springs Modernism Fall Show — Top‑tier exhibitors offering midcentury and modern design pieces.
- Walking Tours — Including Trailblazers & Visionaries and Little Beverly Hills.
- Featured Talks — Charles Phoenix’s LOS ANGELESLAND, Mod with a Twist, and a historic retrospective on music in the Coachella Valley.
Tickets go on sale August 1, 2026 at 12 pm PST, and the full schedule will be available July 25 at modernismweek.com — be ready, because many of these events sell out quickly.
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