January 7, 2027 - January 18, 2027
Hollywood heads to the desert for the annual Palm Springs International Film Festival, one of North America’s premier celebrations of international cinema. Hundreds of screenings bring independent films, documentaries, Oscar hopefuls, and LGBTQ+ stories to the big screen, along with filmmaker Q&As, panel discussions, and special events. There’s even a chance to spot a movie star or two, particularly during the festival’s star-studded Film Awards. For gay travelers, it’s another excuse to escape to Palm Springs, where poolside cocktails, gay resorts, and nightlife provide plenty of entertainment between screenings. Come for the cinema, stay for the sunshine, and try not to confuse the guy at the hotel pool with an international film star.