John Waters: Pope of Trash is the first comprehensive exhibition dedicated to the artist’s contributions to cinema. The exhibition delves into his filmmaking process, key themes, and unmatched style. Works on view include costumes, set decoration, props, handwritten scripts, posters, concept designs, correspondence, scrapbooks, photographs, film clips, and more.
The 30th annual Palm Springs International ShortFest returns to the Camelot Theatres from June 18-24th.
The 36th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival is scheduled to be held from January 2 - 13, 2025. The annual star-studded Film Awards, honoring the best and brightest performances of the year, is scheduled for January 3, 2025, at the Palm Springs Convention Center.
The Palm Springs 70MM Fest, presented by MUBI, is bringing legendary films to the big screen. Taking place the weekend of March 22 & 23 at the Palm Springs Cultural Center’s Historic Camelot Theatre, this special two-day event will showcase classic films in breathtaking 70mm. Weekend Lineup: 2001: A Space Odyssey - Saturday, March 22 at 3PM Vertigo - Saturday, March 22 at 7PM Lawrence of Arabia - Sunday, March 23 at 1PM Interstellar - Sunday, March 23 at 7pm
The 14th Annual American Documentary and Animation Film Festival (AmDocs) returns to the Palm Springs Cultural Center from March 27-31, 2025, showcasing 240 films from around the world. This year’s festival, presented by the Supple Foundation, highlights themes including human rights, social justice, women’s rights, the environment, and more.
Palm Springs ShortFest 2025 is set to take over the Festival Theaters from June 24–30, showcasing a mix of bold, creative, and independent short films from around the world. Recognized as one of North America’s largest showcases of short-form cinema, ShortFest is an Academy Award-, BAFTA-, and Goya-qualifying festival that screens over 300 shorts from 60+ countries. From animation and comedy to drama and documentary, the lineup is as diverse as it is daring. Beyond the screen, ShortFest is a creative hub where filmmakers and industry leaders converge to connect, collaborate, and inspire.
The American Documentary & Animation Film Festival (AmDocs) for 2026 is marking its 15th year, featuring global documentaries and animated films. It's known as the largest documentary event on the U.S. West Coast, showcasing both features and animation, and is a significant festival for independent filmmakers seeking funding and exposure.
