"Thirteen Idols of Exotica"–The Royal Hawaiian Estates Neighborhood Home Tour

Name: "Thirteen Idols of Exotica"–The Royal Hawaiian Estates Neighborhood Home Tour
Start: 2026-02-13
End: 2026-02-13
Location: Royal Hawaiian Estates

Step into a world where tiki dreams, desert Modernism, and tropical mystique converge. Friday, February 13th, embark on an exclusive journey through 13 architecturally significant homes within Palm Springs' legendary Royal Hawaiian Estates.

Designed in 1960 by Donald Wexler and Richard Harrison, this enclave merges sleek midcentury lines with whimsical Polynesian flourishes-think swooping "flying sevens" midcentury rock walls, dramatic tiki-teeth adorned A-frames, and breezy lanais beneath swaying palms. Each home is an "idol" of exotica: a living artifact of midcentury island fantasy.

Along your tour, you will encounter:

13 uniquely curated units, many with original design elements
Stories of Hollywood creatives, PS tastemakers and colorful eccentrics
Insights into the unique architecture, history and decor
Receive an exclusive Shag designed RHE souvenir

Following the tour, guests are invited to attend a separate "ticketed" evening cocktail gathering featuring drinks by your favorite Palm Springs tiki bars, light snacks and hypnotic live music.

A portion of the proceeds benefit the ongoing restorations of the Royal Hawaiian Estates community-preserving the magic for generations to come.

Photo Credits: Royal Hawaiian Estates

Location & Attendee Information

Ages 13 and older
Pets and animals not permitted
No outside food or drinks
Walking activity with exterior and/or interior steps
Free public/neighborhood street parking
Large purses, bags, backpacks not permitted
Photography permitted at discretion of host
Limited restroom availability
Indoor and outdoor activity
No smoking or e-cigarettes
Interior/exterior tour

The organizer of this event is: Royal Hawaiian Estates Homeowners Association

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