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On a beautiful and warm Palm Springs evening, beneath the glow of chandeliers and the hum of conversation, Velvet Visions: An International Affair unfolded in unforgettable style. Hosted at the iconic Velvet Rope Hotel, where every room is a tribute to Old Hollywood elegance, the evening shimmered with creativity, generosity, and connection.

On Wednesday, October 15, Palm Springs awoke to a new kind of beauty—36 handcrafted flowers, suspended in vibrant color and shimmering in the desert light, now grace Museum Way as part of the Deriva Floral installation. The ribbon-cutting ceremony marked more than the unveiling of art—it celebrated a connection between communities, creativity, and possibility. City officials and representatives from Palm Springs Sister Cities and the city of San Miguel de Allende cut a cere

Kick Off the Season in Style: Velvet Visions - An International Affair October 19, 2025 | 5:00-7:30 PM , the Velvet Rope Hotel , a lavish...

Palm Springs Sister Cities is excited to announce an extraordinary cultural collaboration arriving this fall—San Miguel Around the World, a stunning floral art installation that captures the vibrant spirit of our Sister City, San Miguel de Allende.

The spirit of cultural exchange was alive and thriving in San Miguel de Allende during the recent San Miguel y Sus Sabores festival, and two of Palm Springs’ own culinary leaders played an unforgettable role. Mayor Ron deHarte recently recognized Chef David Arreguín of Tac/Quila and Executive Chef Pedro Baroso of The Parker Palm Springs with the Spirit of Palm Springs Awards for their outstanding contributions to our city’s culture, culinary excellence, and international part

What began as a food festival transformed into a larger reflection on heritage, connection, and the preservation of culture. During the final week of June, the Palm Springs Sister Cities delegation traveled to San Miguel de Allende for a powerful series of cultural and culinary events that beautifully blended citizen diplomacy, international collaboration, and historic preservation.

Six culinary students from College of the Desert (COD) are heading to San Miguel de Allende this June for a once-in-a-lifetime educational exchange.

A Taste of Mexico, A Preview of What’s to Come: College of the Desert Students Prepare for Culinary Exchange in San Miguel de Allende.

The Modernism Architecture Meets Art in a Box exchange has officially wrapped—and what a journey it’s been! Over the course of five days, fourth and fifth graders from Vista Del Monte Elementary in Palm Springs and students from San Miguel de Allende connected not just through Zoom screens, but through creativity, curiosity, and cultural discovery.

The spirit of creativity is alive and thriving at Palm Springs Sister Cities—and it’s crossing borders in inspiring ways. On Thursday,...

The scent of sizzling spices and the warmth of international camaraderie are bringing a new dimension to the Palm Springs Sister Cities.

The ripple effects of our Art in a Box program are still being felt — across classrooms, communities, and borders.

Palm Springs Sister Cities Committee is ready to make a new international BFF!

Something exciting is cooking in the world of Palm Springs Sister Cities, and we can’t wait to share it with you! As we continue to build...

The energy in the room was palpable. A group of dedicated individuals—leaders, visionaries, and passionate advocates for international...

This remarkable event showcased the rich culinary traditions of San Miguel de Allende, our Sister City, captivating attendees.

Students from Vista Del Monte Elementary School show their artwork. In a world that often feels divided, the power of art and cultural...