The World-Renowned Celebration of Midcentury Architecture, Design and Culture


Celebrating midcentury architecture, art and culture

Modernism Week’s signature February festival takes place annually, highlighting midcentury and modern architecture, art, interior design, landscape design, and vintage culture in the Palm Springs area of Southern California. The 11-day festival features hundreds of tours, programs and events. A portion of ticket proceeds benefit Modernism Week (a non-profit organization) and other local preservation, neighborhood, and community groups.

Upcoming dates:

Modernism Week – October
October 15-18, 2026
Tickets will go on sale August 1, 2026 at noon PDT.

Modernism Week 2027
February 11-21, 2027
Tickets will go on sale November 1, 2026 at noon PDT.

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Modernism Week Architecture Tours

Discover Palm Springs’ world-famous collection of modernist homes on the city’s leading architecture tour, Modernism Week Architecture Tours. Our tours offer the ultimate experience that takes guests on a fun, fascinating, and inspiring exploration of the Palm Springs’ neighborhoods. Each tour showcases outstanding works of modern architecture by dozens of great American designers. Seasonal tours run October through May in a comfortable, climate-controlled 22-seat mini-coach.

Tickets now available for scheduled tours running February 1, 2026 through May.

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About The Organization

A passionate team of individuals with an appreciation for modernism, community involvement, and education

Modernism Week is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving, promoting, and providing education about the rich history of Modernism and the impact it has had in art, architecture, and beyond. By recognizing the historic cultural impact of Modernism we hope to inspire new ideas for overcoming challenges that we face both today and in the future. Learn about our mission, values, and the people that work to bring this vision to life.

Get Involved With Modernism Week

Modernism Week is made possible by the invaluable support and participation of dedicated volunteers and sponsors. Modernism Week offers opportunities for contributing to the success of events and activities that take place throughout the year. Supporting Modernism Week by volunteering at or sponsoring our events makes it possible to offer visitors an unforgettable experience of fun, education, and celebration of modernist architecture, history, culture, and thinking. Find out more on how you or your or your organization can join Modernism Week.

Modernism Week Top Sponsors

Ferguson Home
  • Brizo
  • Dunn Edward Paints
  • Monogram
  • City of Palm Springs
  • Cotino
  • Design Within Reach
  • FLOR
  • Natural Retreats Palm Springs
  • Brizo
  • Dunn Edward Paints
  • Monogram
  • City of Palm Springs
  • Cotino
  • Design Within Reach
  • FLOR
  • Natural Retreats Palm Springs