Top 5 Things to Do in Palm Springs This WeekendDevil Wears Prada 2-core, desert edition

By Indie LaRoux

Palm Springs this weekend feels like a deleted scene from The Devil Wears Prada, except Miranda traded Manhattan for mid-century pools, and everyone’s a little sun-kissed, a little overdressed, and very much booked and busy.

Think power struts in 90-degree heat, dramatic sunglasses at brunch, and just enough chaos to keep things interesting. Here’s your itinerary if you’re leaning into your soft villain era (but make it chic).

1. Devil Wears Prada 2 @ Festival Theaters

Start the weekend like you just got the email.

The sequel moment is finally here, and yes, the assignment is clear: red shoes, Prada glam, no notes. The theater turns into a runway everyone silently judging, but in a fun way. Catch it at Festival Theaters and check @Festivaltheaters for showtimes.

Hot tip: oversized sunnies indoors = acceptable behavior.

2. Kentucky Derby Viewing Party @ Hunters Palm Springs

You don’t need to know anything about horses just commit to the hat. Bigger is better. Dramatic is necessary. Mint juleps flowing, commentary half-watched, outfits fully seen.Pull up to Hunters Palm Springs at noon and settle in for peak people-watching.It’s giving Southern belle meets desert diva.

3. Poolside at the ACE Hotel & Swim Club (May 2, 12–5pm)

This is where the plot slows down and the vibes take over. Think curated DJ sets, floaty drinks, and that golden-hour glow that makes everyone look like they have zero responsibilities.The ACE Hotel & Swim Club is basically your “I’m off the grid but still posting” era.Main activity: rotating between pool, shade, and gossip.

4. Coachella Valley Warehouse Rave (May 2, 8pm–2am)

By night, the energy flips. We’re going underground literally and aesthetically. Hood House is making its desert debut, and it’s loud, gritty, and very not brunch-coded.Head out to Airlift Warehouse for a lineup featuring @qbabyworldwide and more (details via @altitude.ps).Outfit check: something you can dance in but still look mysterious leaving at 2am.

5. Devil Wears Prada Brunch @ One Eleven Bar (May 3)

“Gird your loins” but make it bottomless mimosas. This is the grand finale drag, couture, drama, and a room full of people who understood the assignment.Hosted at One Eleven Bar with guest star @mskataluna, it’s fashion meets performance meets controlled chaos.

Doors at 11am, show at noon. Power suits, dramatic hats, and your most extra self are required.

Final ThoughtPalm Springs this weekend isn’t asking you to be low-key. It’s asking you to show up, overdress, sip something cold, and pretend your life has a soundtrack. Whether you’re poolside or front row at brunch, just remember: florals for spring? Groundbreaking. But in the desert? Somehow… still iconic.

About the Author

Born and bronzed under the Palm Springs sun, Indi LaRoux is the desert’s ultimate vibe curator and Squad’s go-to events writer. A Gen Z nepo baby with a flair for vintage glam and chaotic good energy, she’s been skipping red carpets in favor of underground DJ sets since high school. Whether it’s a poolside art pop-up or a moonlit cactus rave, Indie’s got the guest list—and the gossip—before anyone else.