Dress as your favorite celebrity couple, iconic individual, or legendary Palm Springs figure from the 1950s, 1960s, or 1970s, and immerse yourself in an evening of architecture, history, and culinary delights. This ONE-NIGHT-ONLY event offers an intimate journey through three remarkable Indian Canyon homes, all within walking distance of each other.
1950s–The Cocktail Hour
Sip classic Old-Fashioneds, gimlets, wine and sparkling beverages while savoring tray-passed hors d’oeuvres. Hostess, comedian, columnist, actress, midcentury maven, Queen of Palm Springs....and TUPPERWARE LADY!!!— ETHYLINA will be on hand to greet guests for photographs. The Sweethearts Doo Wop singers will walk among the guests singing period music as you mingle in a setting reminiscent of Palm Springs’ golden era, when Hollywood’s most glamorous stars made the desert their playground and architects like Neutra, Frey and Cody defined Desert Modernism.
1960s–Dinner Course
Next, move to a beautiful 1960s home for interactive food stations offering hot and cold delicacies paired with wine and non-alcoholic beverages. High-top tables and lounge areas encourage relaxed conversation; our Mer-men will be poolside, while local duo Leanna & Miguel will entertain guests with hits of the 60s evoking a decade of milestones.
1970s–Dessert and Dance Finale
The evening concludes in true 1970s style with disco lights flashing, giant disco balls, DJ Galaxy spinning iconic hits as our male and female Go-Go Dancers boogie it down! Enjoy indulgent desserts like angel food cake, rainbow Jell-O mold and mini lemon chiffon pies alongside classic cocktails. As you dance under the desert sky, experience the vibrant spirit of Palm Springs at its most glamorous.
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