2012 Signature Events in Palm Springs
Events are subject to change.
Palm Springs International Film Festival
Dates: January 5-16, 2012
Location: Screening facilities throughout Palm Springs
Information: (800) 898-7256 www.psfilmfest.org
Description: The Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) will include over 400 screenings of more than 200 films from approximately 60 countries.
Bob Hope Classic
Dates: January 16-22, 2012
Location: Four courses in Coachella Valley: SilverRock Resort; La Quinta Country Club; Nicklaus Private at PGA West and Palmer Private at PGA West
Information: (760) 346-8184 www.bhcc.com
Description: Since 1960, the Bob Hope Classic has attracted the hottest celebrities and sports figures from around the world and has become one of the most entertaining PGA events on the tour.
Desert Arts Festival
Dates: January 21-22, 2012
Location: Frances Stevens Park: 538 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
Information: 818-709-2907/ www.westcoastartists.com
Description: West Coast Artists has a series of six art festivals that are held in the heart of legendary Downtown Palm Springs, California. This series of Fine Art Festivals are celebrating their 27th year and continue to delight art patrons across the nation as they vacation in Palm Springs.
Tour de Palm Springs
Dates: February 10-11, 2012
Location: Palm Canyon Drive
Information: (760) 851-9922 www.tourdepalmsprings.com
Description: The bicycle tour hosts nearly 8,000 riders of all ages and abilities on a course through Palm Springs and Coachella Valley.
Modernism Week
Dates: February 16-26, 2012
Location: Multiple locations in Palm Springs
Information: www.modernismweek.com / info@modernismweek.com
Description: A ten day event focusing on mid-century modern design and architecture events and programs in Palm Springs. Over 75 events including Palm Springs Modernism Show at the Convention Center; Frey II House Tours; Double Decker Bus Tours, films, lectures, interior design tours, swanky parties and other special events.
Palm Springs Old World Renaissance Festival
Dates: February 2012
Location: Frances Stevens Park, 538 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
Information: (800) 320-4736 www.renaissanceinfo.com
Description: Step into a 1450-1600 European Village where villagers celebrate the arrival of spring. More than 60 artisans present, sell and demonstrate their handcrafted wares, and food and beverage vendors.
Desert Arts Festival
Dates: February 18-20, 2012
Location: Frances Stevens Park: 538 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
Information: 818-709-2907/ www.westcoastartists.com
Description: West Coast Artists has a series of six art festivals that are held in the heart of legendary Downtown Palm Springs, California. This series of Fine Art Festivals are celebrating their 27th year and continue to delight art patrons across the nation as they vacation in Palm Springs.
McCormick's Classic Car Show and Auction
Dates: February 24-26, 2012
Location: Spa Resort Casino, 401 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs
Information: (760) 320-3290 / www.classic-carauction.com
Description: 500 classic, sports, antique and special interest autos are sold across the Auction block during the 3 days. Also a free car show of another 200 cars is held on Saturday.
Frank Sinatra Celebrity Invitational
Dates: March 1-3, 2012
Location: Fantasy Springs Resort and Casino in Indio, California
Information: (760) 674-8447 / www.franksinatragolf.org
Description: The Frank Sinatra Starkey Hearing Foundation Celebrity Invitational is dedicated to the memory and music of Frank Sinatra and benefits the Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center at Eisenhower Medical Center. This tournament attracts celebrities and golf enthusiasts all over the world
Desert Arts Festival
Dates: March 3-5, 2012
Location: Frances Stevens Park: 538 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
Information: 818-709-2907/ www.westcoastartists.com
Description: West Coast Artists has a series of art festivals that are held in the heart of legendary Downtown Palm Springs, California. This series of Fine Art Festivals are celebrating their 27th year and continue to delight art patrons across the nation as they vacation in Palm Springs.
Festival of Native Film & Culture
Dates: Feb. 28-March 4, 2012
Location: Camelot Theatres, 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs
Information: (760) 778-1079 www.accmuseum.org
Description: The Festival of Native Film & Culture is one of the nation’s most highly regarded festivals of its kind – featuring the best in films by, about, and starring Native people.
BNP Paribas Tennis Tournament
Dates: March 5-18, 2012
Location: Indian Wells Tennis Gardens
Information: (760) 200-8400 / www.bnpparibasopen.com
Description: BNP Paribas Open attracts over 300,000 tennis fans for the two-week combined ATP World Tour Masters 1000 and Sony Ericsson WTA Tour Premier event featuring the top men and women professional players.
The Dinah: Dinah Shore Weekend
Dates: March 30-April 1, 2012
Location: Special events taking place at host hotels, Palm Springs Conventino Center and Zeldas Night Club in Palm Springs.
Description: More than 15,000 women from all over the world will gather in Palm Springs for The Dinah, also known as The Dinah Shore Weekend, the legendary all-girl party and music festival slated for March 28-April 1, 2012. The five-day event has been in Palm Springs for 22 years, and coincides with the Ladies Professional Gold Association’s Kraft Nabisco Championship Golf Tournament (formerly the Dinah Shore Golf Championship).www.thedinah.com.
Jeffrey Sanker’s White Party
Dates: April 6-8, 2012
Location: Special events at Palm Springs Convention Center and host hotel.
Information: www.jeffreysanker.com
Description: Celebrating its 21st Anniversary, the White Party is one of the premier gay circuit party in the world. Future dates: April 12-14, 2013; April 18-20, 2014 (Easter Weekend) and April 20-12, 2015
Desert Arts Festival
Dates: April 7-8, 2012
Location: Frances Stevens Park: 538 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
Information: 818-709-2907/ www.westcoastartists.com
Description: West Coast Artists has a series of six art festivals that are held in the heart of legendary Downtown Palm Springs, California. This series of Fine Art Festivals are celebrating their 27th year and continue to delight art patrons across the nation as they vacation in Palm Springs.
Coachella Valley Music Festival
Dates: April 13-15 2012 and April 20-22, 2012
Location: Empire Polo Grounds 81-800 Avenue 51, Indio CA
Information: www.coachella.com
Description: Annual music and arts festival features many genres of music including alternative rock, hip hop, and Electronic music as well as large sculptural art. The event has several stages/tents set-up throughout the grounds, each playing live music continuously.
Stagecoach Country Music Festival
Dates: April 27-29, 2012
Location: Empire Polo Grounds, 81-800 Avenue 51, Indio CA
Information: http://stagecoachfestival.com
Description: Annual country music festival
Palm Springs Film Noir Festival
Dates: May 10-13,2012
Location: Camelot Theaters 2300 E. Baristo Road in Palm Springs.
Information: www.palmspringsfilmnoir.com / (760) 864-9760
Description: Festival feature noir classics as well as a lecture series.
Palm Springs Air Museum Annual Memorial Day Flower Drop
Date: May 28, 2012
Location: 745 N Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs, CA 92262-5464
Information: www.PalmSpringsAirMuseum.org (760) 778-6262
Description: Each Memorial Day, the museum commemorates the important role of those who fought in World War II with a flower drop from the museum’s B-25 aircraft. Thousands of white and red carnations represent those who gave the greatest sacrifice — their lives — for their country.
Palm Springs Desert Resorts Restaurant Week
Dates: June 1-10, 2012
Location: Restaurants in Palm Springs and other desert cities
Information: www.palmspringsrestaurantweek.com
Description: A spectacular exhibition of the region’s finest culinary talents, Palm Springs Restaurant Week is designed to highlight the entire valley from Palm Springs to Indio as a premiere dining destination with three-course, prix fix menus from over 100 unique locations.
Palm Springs International Short Film Festival
Date: June 1-25, 2012
Location: Palm Springs
Information: www.psfilmfest.org
Description: Most acclaimed short film festival showcases in the world.
Cinema Diverse LGBT Film Festival
Date: September 2012
Location: Camelot Theaters
Information: http://cinemadiverse.ning.com/
Description: A varied combination of feature films, documentaries and short films created by and or about thematic issues related to the LGBT community.
American Heat Bike Weekend
Date: October 2012
Location: Downtown Palm Springs
Information: www.road-shows.com
Description: Thousands of motorcycles, entertainment, vendors, etc.
Palm Springs Pride Weekend
Dates: November 3-4, 2012
Location: Palm Springs Stadium and downtown
Information: www.pspride.org
Description: One of the largest gay pride celebrations including parade, vendors, etc.
Palm Springs Leather Pride
Dates: November 11-14, 2012
Location: Tool Shed and various resorts and clubs
Information: DesertLeatherPride.com
Description: A festive 4-day event filled with vender markets, leather education seminars, dance parties and the annual Mr. Palm Springs Leather Contest.
McCormick's Classic Car Show and Auction
Dates: November 16-18, 2012
Location: Spa Resort Casino, 401 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs
Information: www.classic-carauction.com (760) 320-3290
Description: Hundreds of classic, sports, antique and special interest autos are sold across the Auction block during the 3 days.
Festival of Lights Parade
Date: December 1, 2012
Location: Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
Information: www.paradesofpalmsprings.com or call (760) 325-5749
Description: The annual Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade features lighted floats, equestrians, bands, autos, and celebrities.
Walk of the Inns
Date: December 13, 2012
Information: www.VisitPalmSprings.com or call (800) 347-7746
Location: Palm Springs
Description: A walking tour of the historic, boutique and small inns in downtown Palm Springs. Maps can be picked up at the Palm Springs Art Museum or any of the participating properties.
