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2010-2011 Signature Events in Palm Springs
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Palm Springs International Film Festival
Dates: January 6-17, 2011
Location: Screening facilities throughout Palm Springs
Information: (800) 898-7256 www.psfilmfest.org
Description: Celebrating its 20th anniversary, The Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF), will include over 400 screenings of more than 200 films from approximately 60 countries. The Festival presents a majority of the films submitted for consideration in the Best Foreign Language category for the Academy Awards, as well as a large number of American independent and international features and documentaries marking their world, North American or U.S. debuts. Screenings are held on 15 screens throughout Palm Springs.
Tour de Palm Springs
Dates: February 11-12, 2011
Location: Palm Canyon Drive
Information: (760) 770-4626 www.tourdepalmsprings.com
Description: The first Tour de Palm Springs began in 1998 with just over 300 riders when Tim Esser rode his bicycle solo from Palm Springs, CA to Jacksonville, FL for charity. The tour hosts nearly 8,000 riders of all ages and abilities.
Modernism Week
Dates: February 17-27, 2011
Location: Palm Springs
Information: www.modernismweek.com info@modernismweek.com
Description: A week-long event focusing on design and architecture events and programs in Palm Springs. Special events include a Star Dedication for Architect William Krisel, known for "bringing modernism to the masses;” Palm Springs Modernism Show at the Convention Center; Frey II House Tours; Double Decker Bus Tours and other special events.
McCormick's Classic Car Show and Auction
Dates: February 20-22, 2011
Location: Spa Resort Casino, 401 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs
Information: www.classic-carauction.com (760) 320-3290
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.
Festival of Native Film & Culture
Dates: March 11-15, 2011
Location: Camelot Theatres, 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs
Information: (760) 778-1079 www.accmuseum.org
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. Now in its eighth season, the 2009 Festival will include feature films, documentaries, and short films from some of today’s premier Native American and international indigenous filmmakers.
Crossroads Palm Springs Old World Renaissance Festival
Dates: March 20-22, 2011
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.
Dinah Shore Week
Dates: March 31 - April 4, 2011
Location: Special events taking place at Wyndham Hotel, Hotel Zoso and Courtyard by Marriott in Palm Springs
Information: www.dinahshorweekend.com
Description: A week-long lesbian getaway event for couples and singles.
2011 White Party
Dates: April 8-11, 2011
Information: www.jeffreysanker.com
Description: Celebrating its 20th Anniversary, the White Party is one of the premier gay circuit party in the world.
Palm Springs Student Short Festival
Dates: April 23-25,
Location: Camelot Theaters 2300 E. Baristo Road in Palm Springs
Information: www.psculturalcenter.org (760) 322-3521
Description: Featuring student short films from over 15 Coachella Valley High Schools and Middle Schools.
Annual Elvis Honeymoon Weekend
Dates: May 1-3,
Location: Elvis Honeymoon House, 1350 Ladera Circle in Palm Springs
Information: www.elvishoneymoon.com 760-322-1192
Description: Concerts, tours, special guests and celebrities
Arthur Lyons Film Noir Festival
Dates: May 12-15, 2011
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. It is named in celebration of the life of the Palm Springs Film Noir Festival founder (and Palm Springs icon) Arthur Lyons.
Palm Springs Desert Resorts Restaurant Week
Dates: June 4-13,
Location: Restaurants in Palm Springs, Cathedral City and Rancho Mirage
Information: www.palmspringsrestaurantweek.com
Description: A spectacular exhibition of the region’s finest culinary talents, Restaurant Week is designed to highlight the entire valley- from Palm Springs to La Quinta- as a premiere dining destination with three-course, prix fix menus from over 100 unique locations. Restaurant week will continue in Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta & Indio: June 10 - June 19,
Palm Springs International Short Film Festival
Date: June 23-29, 2011
Location: Palm Springs
Information: www.psfilmfest.org
Description: Most acclaimed short film showcases in the World, Celebrating its 15th year of short films, lectures, etc.
Annual Tribute to Elvis
Dates: August 15-16, 2011
Location: Elvis Honeymoon House, 1350 Ladera Circle in Palm Springs
Information: (760) 322-1192 www.elvishoneymoon.com
Times: 4/15: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; 4/16: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Fee: $65.00 for tour and concert; $25.00 for guided house tours; $50.00 for concert only
Description: Concert, tours, and special guests pay tribute to Elvis Presley. Elvis and Priscilla lived and spent their 1967 honeymoon at this estate.
Cinema Diverse
Date: September 24-27, 2011
Location: Camelot Theatres, 2300 E. Baristo Road in Palm Springs
Times: n/a
Fee Range: $11 for screenings; Passes $45-$160; Special Events additional
Information: (760) 325-6565 www.cinemadiverse.org
Description: Film programs, including features, documentaries and shorts that showcase the best in LGBT filmmaking.
Palm Springs Body Mind Spirit Weekend
Date: October 1-2, 2011
Location: Crystal Fantasy Enlightenment Center
Times: All day
Description: Features over 20 classes and workshops and 20 exhibitors including spiritual counselors, healers, wellness professionals, Reiki, Theta Healing, mediums, astrologers, tea leaf, palmistry, tarot, massage, aura photos, authors, artists, musicians, aromatherapy, jewelry, crystals, goddess wear, and more!
Fee: $10
Information: 760-322-7799 www.PalmSpringsBodyMindSpirit.com
American Heat Bike Weekend
Date: October 15-17, 2010
Location: Downtown Palm Springs
Times: n/a
Fee Range: Free to public
Information: 775-329-7469 www.road-shows.com
Description: Thousands of motorcycles, live entertainment and vendors along Palm Canyon Drive in downtown Palm Springs.
Palm Springs Pride Weekend
Dates: November 6-7, 2010
Location: Palm Springs Stadium and downtown
Times: 11/7: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; 11/8: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Parade begins at 10 a.m. in downtown
Fee Range: $15.00 for one-day pass; $20.00 for two-day pass
Information: (760) 416-8711 www.pspride.org
Description: One of the largest gay pride celebrations including parade, vendors, etc.
City of Palm Springs Veterans Day Parade
Date: November 11, 2010
Location: Palm Canyon Drive
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Fee: Free to public
Information: (760) 323-8272 www.ci.palm-springs.ca.us
Description: Annual event begins at 3:30 p.m. pays tribute to all those who have served our country in the Armed Forces. Immediately following the parade is a post-parade concert and fireworks display at the intersection of Amado and Palm Canyon.
McCormick's Classic Car Show and Auction
Dates: November 19-21, 2010
Location: Spa Resort Casino, 401 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs
Information: (760) 320-3290 www.classic-carauction.com
Times: Begins at 4 p.m. on 11/20; Gates open at 8 a.m. on 11/21 & 11/22
Fee Range: Free on 11/20; 11/21 & 11/22: General admission is $10 per day or $15 for both days
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.
Festival of Lights Parade
Date: December 4, 2010
Location: Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
Information: (760) 325-5749 www.paradesofpalmsprings.com
Time: 5:45 p.m.
Fee: Free to public
Description: The annual Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade beginning at 5:45 featuring lighted floats, equestrians, bands, autos, and celebrities.
Walk of the Inns
Date: December 9, 2010
Location: Palm Springs
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Fee: Free to public
Information: (800) 347-7746 www.VisitPalmSprings.com
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.
