RESOURCES & FAQs
Planning a meeting or event at the Palm Springs Convention Center? We have you covered. Below, you will find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions we have received from planners like you.
General Planning
- There are many reasons why you should host your next event at the 261,000-square-foot Palm Springs Convention Center (PSCC) and in our desert resort destination of Palm Springs.
- Offering the complete meetings package, the venue combines exceptional meeting spaces, services and staff with a world-class setting — plus, a convenient location within walking distance of downtown experiences.
- There are all kinds of new developments and renovations happening in the city, including:
- Attractions — The unveiling of the “Forever Marilyn” statue, new Palm Springs Downtown Park, Palm Springs Public Art (Colorful Benches Downtown)
- Lodging — New openings include Azure Sky hotel, Hermann Bungalows of the L’Horizon Hotel, Descanso Resort, Float Palm Springs, Tiki Hotel, Art Hotel, Limon in Palm Springs, Fleur Noire Hotel, The Cheetah Hotel, and the Three Ten Hotel
- Dining options — 1501 Uptown Gastropub, Bar Cecil, Boozehounds, Palmina by Puglia, I Heart Mac & Cheese, GiGi’s Restaurant & Lounge, Freddie’s Kitchen, Tailor Shop, and The Thirsty Palms.
- Attractions — The unveiling of the “Forever Marilyn” statue, new Palm Springs Downtown Park, Palm Springs Public Art (Colorful Benches Downtown)
Getting Here & Transportation
- The most convenient way to get to our wonderful city is to fly into Palm Springs International Airport (PSP). The PSP is located just minutes from downtown and the convention center.
- Served by many carriers from major cities, including Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, Allegiant, American Airlines, Avelo, Delta, Flair Airlines (Canada), Jet Blue, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country, Swoop Airlines, and United.
- You have many affordable transportation services to choose from after your flight arrives. These include:
- Car Rentals: Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, Alamo, Budget Rent-A-Car, Thrifty
- Shuttles: Skycap Shuttle Service, Prime Time Shuttle
- Limos: Lin Lines, Cardiff Limousine & Transportation
- Car Rentals: Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, Alamo, Budget Rent-A-Car, Thrifty
Group Accommodations & Activities
- Referred to as “Heart of Palm Spring” Hotels, there are several locations that collaborate with the PSCC. Check out the HOPS Hotels available for booking.
Yes. Our destination is very welcoming to everyone in the LGBTQ+ community. We also have gay resorts and a helpful travel guide to help with your planning process.
- Palm Springs offers plenty of group activities ranging from mild to wild. You can shop, dine, and enjoy the versatile vibes when you visit Downtown Palm Springs. Like doing things outside? Palm Springs has all sorts of outdoor adventures available like Red-Jeep Tours, hiking trails to explore, and attractions to visit such as the iconic Palm Springs windmills, Agua Caliente Casino, works of public art, and much more.
- In Palm Springs, you have the opportunity to immerse your meeting group in Palm Springs’ cultural experiences, discover the desert modernism style of the area, and take a self-guided tour of the mid-century architecture throughout the city.
Ready to Meet Your Vibe?
The service and collaboration of our hotel and convention center teams are the great separators. There’s a lot to do when planning a meeting or convention. We help you plan smarter, not harder – and we’re easy to vibe with, too.
