Modernism Week – October


October 15-18, 2026

The Fall Palm Springs Celebration of Midcentury Art, Architecture and Culture

Modernism Week's signature October event takes place October 15 - 18, 2026 in Palm Springs, California. The event features midcentury modern architecture, art, interior design, landscape design and vintage style. The annual Fall festival features over 50 exclusive activities that include architecture tours, social events, and unique experiences unique to Modernism Week and Palm Springs. All activities are open to the public.

A portion of ticket proceeds benefit Modernism Week (a non-profit organization) and other local preservation, neighborhood, and community groups.

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Modernism Week logo statue positioned in front of the Hyatt Palm Springs and Modernism Week CAMP

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October 2026 Bus Tours

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Premier Double Decker Architectural Bus Tour

Modernism Week's signature bus tour! The Premier Double Decker Architectural Bus Tour provides guests with an overview of the most significant midcentury architectural treasures of Palm Springs.

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Modernism Week Architecture Tours

Enjoy the definitive Modern architecture tour. Modernism Week Architecture Tours offers a fascinating exploration of Palm Springs' world-famous Midcentury Modern architecture.

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The Homes That Define Palm Springs Bus Tour

This 90-minute tour will feature some of the most popular neighborhoods in Palm Springs, showcasing the most spectacular home styles, including pre-war Spanish Colonial Revival and a range of Midcentury Modern residential styles.

October 2026 Home Tours

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Frey House II Tour + Museum Day Passes

Hosted by Palm Springs Art Museum, these self-guided tours are a rare opportunity to see the residence of Modernist architect Albert Frey.

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Sunnylands Historic House Tour

Guided tours give visitors access to the famed Sunnylands Estate, designed by renowned architect A. Quincy Jones in 1966 and restored in 2012.

October 2026 Walking Tours

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Rat Pack Playground: Modernist Homes

Discover the trendy midcentury Vista Las Palmas neighborhood, once nicknamed the “Beverly Hills of Palm Springs” and view the homes now called “Alexanders” developed by George and Robert Alexander.

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Little Beverly Hills Walking Tour

Explore Little Beverly Hills on a guided walking tour of the Alexander Company homes designed by William Krisel. Discover Midcentury design, neighborhood stories and Palm Springs history.

October 2026 Films & Presentations

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Charles Phoenix: LOS ANGELESLAND

“It's the age of space, and we've just landed in the most Modern metropolis in the known universe,” says Charles, as he leads us on a madcap mashup of LA's iconic midcentury style… in Kodachrome COLOR!

October 2026 Unique Experiences

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Palm Springs Modernism Fall Show

The 12th Annual Palm Springs Modernism Show–Fall Event returns with 40 exceptional national exhibitors offering the BEST in Midcentury and Modern Design.

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Midcentury Sunny Cycle Tour by PS ModCom

Join PS ModCom for a fun 2-hour Sunny Cycle (cycling optional) midcentury tour of the many architectural wonders in a selection of prized neighborhoods.

October 2026 Entertainment & Social Events

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Modernism Week Fall Dining Series: Bar Issi

Join us at Bar Issi for the inaugural Fall Dining Series, a curated sampling of local favorite restaurants housed in iconic buildings serving chef-prepared menus designed especially for Modernism Week

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Sunny Side Up

PS UNDERGROUND invites you to enjoy a festive, musical morning serving a secret three-course brunch with free-flowing mimosas, Bloody Marys, beer, wine, cocktails and mocktails.

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