Palm Springs, CA

Festival Theaters Palm Springs is starting a new chapter and focusing on films that are not always shown at big movie theaters. The theater, located at 789 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, wants to be the Coachella Valley’s main home for independent, international, and LGBTQ+ movies.

Festival Theaters Palm Springs is putting more attention on smaller films from around the world and stories that reflect different voices and life experiences. The theater will still show some major studio movies, but its main goal is to support films that are often harder to find in the desert.

General Manager Zack Solomon says Palm Springs is a city with a strong arts history and should have a theater that reflects that culture. He says many local moviegoers are looking for thoughtful, adult-focused films and want moviegoing to feel special, not rushed.

More Showtimes and Cheaper Tickets

To make movies easier to enjoy, the theater has added more showtimes and lower-priced tickets. Starting January 16, movies begin at 11:00 a.m. every day. On Tuesdays, tickets cost $7, and seniors can get discounted tickets on Thursdays.

Festival Theaters also offers a free membership program that includes monthly rewards and discounts on snacks.

Special Films Coming Soon

The theater plans to share new movie announcements throughout the year. Upcoming events include a special screening of Pillion in partnership with KGAY, along with international films such as The Secret Agent, It Was Just an Accident, and Sirât.

Solomon says the goal is to build a theater people can count on, one that grows with the community and celebrates what makes Palm Springs unique.

For showtimes, memberships, and updates, visit festivaltheaters.com.