Celebrating midcentury architecture, design, art and culture
Modernism Week highlights midcentury and modern architecture, art, interior design, landscape design, and vintage culture in the Palm Springs area of Southern California. The signature 11-day festival is offered each February, and a smaller 4-day festival takes place each October. Both festivals feature an array of compelling tours, educational programs, and special events. A portion of ticket proceeds benefit Modernism Week (a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization) and other local preservation, neighborhood, and community groups.
Modernism Week 2027
February 11-21, 2027
Tickets on sale November 1, 2026 at noon PDT
Schedule preview: October 25, 2026
Modernism Week – October
October 14-17, 2027
Tickets on sale August 1, 2027 at noon PDT
Schedule preview: July 25, 2027
One of the top five international architecture festivals in the world.
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 for scheduled tours running October 15, 2026 - May 29, 2027 now available
Modernism Week Day Trips
Modernism Week Day Trips offer unique guided full-day experiences of architectural landmarks and locations around Southern California. Curated limited capacity tours include transportation and meal. Multiple trips are planned, and new trips will be announced! Explore modernist architecture beyond Palm Springs with Modernism Week.
November 14, 2026
LA Hollyhock House and Neutra Colony
December 12, 2026
Claremont Heritage Tour - The Influence of Millard Sheets
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Free Digital Guide to Palm Springs Modernism
Take a closer look at the architecture, design, people, and stories that define Modernism Week and Palm Springs with our free Digital Guide on Bloomberg Connects. The Digital Guide offers audio, video, and a guided Palm Springs tour showcasing modernist architecture across the city.
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.
