Celebrating An Icon All Weekend
In honor of what would have been Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birthday, Palm Springs is turning the desert platinum. We aren't just celebrating, we’re aiming for the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the largest gathering of Marilyn Monroe look-alikes ever seen!
Marily was more than an icon; she was a bold advocate for authenticity, compassion, and standing with marginalized communities before it was safe to do so. Marilyn 100 honors that legacy by celebrating love, visibility, and belonging. The event is a fundraiser for Palm Springs Pride to foster Pride in and respect for the LGBTQ+ communities locally and globally.
The weekend will feature live entertainment, special dinners, art exhibits, pop-up retail, happy hours, pool parties, and much more.
The Great Marilyn Record Setting Attempt
Sign up to be part of history-making and breaking records.
When: Saturday, May 30
- 3 - 10 pm, entertainment, food, and beverage activations
- 4:30 - 6 pm World Record Certification
- 6 - 8 pm, live band
- 8 - 10 pm, DJ sets and special performances
Where: Downtown Palm Springs, around the "Forever Marilyn" statue in the downtown park.
The Goal: To surpass the current record and fill the streets with 500+ white dresses and blonde curls.
All ages are welcome.
Registration
For a $75 registration fee, you don’t just join the record attempt; you get the full Marilyn transformation.
Every participant receives:
- The signature white "subway" dress (select your size at checkout)
- Stylized platinum blonde wig
- Martini glass for a big birthday cheer!
Just add a little lipstick, some sensible shoes, and you're all set.
👉 Register
- Standard Sizes: Small, Medium, Large, and XL are included in the base registration fee.
- Plus Sizes: Available for an additional upcharge (calculated at checkout).
Costume Pick-up Locations & Times
Early Bird Pickup:
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May 3: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm - Dress and wig pickup only. Sunglasses and a Martini Glass will be available at the Marilyn 100 Boutique.
Location: Convergence Beauty Wellness Science Summit, Renaissance Hotel Palm Springs, 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way
Marilyn 100 Boutique Pickup:
- May 28: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
- May 29: 9:00 am – 6:30 pm
- May 30: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: Hyatt Palm Springs, 285 N. Palm Canyon Drive
Special Marilyn Events
May 28 - 30, Thursday, 11 am - 9 pm
Stop by Dragon Lili Boba Bar, across from Forever Marilyn in the historic Town & Country Center, and order The Marilyn. The Marilyn is a strawberry fruit tea with vanilla cream and strawberry popping boba, and it is just $7.
Address: 166 N Palm Canyon Drive
May 29 - Jun 1, Marilyn 100, A Centennial Film Celebration
Taking place May 29 through June 1, the historic Plaza Theatre and the Film Society of Screwball Comedy present this curated weekend of four iconic films that transform the Plaza into a destination for classic film lovers, pairing timeless storytelling with the communal magic of the big screen. The celebration is generously sponsored by the City of Palm Springs and the Palm Springs Plaza Theatre Foundation. Individual tickets are $20 per film or a $60 all-access pass.
- Friday, May 29, 7 pm - The Seven Year Itch
- Saturday, May 30, 7:30 pm - Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
- Sunday, May 31, 2:00 pm - Some Like It Hot
- Monday, June 1, 7:00 pm - The Misfits
May 28 - 30, Eight4Nine 100 Cocktail at 50% off
Join EIGHT4NINE Restaurant & Lounge as they celebrate Marilyn 100 and the timeless glamour of Palm Springs’ most iconic star. Stop in for lunch or dinner and let our team know you’re here celebrating Marilyn's 100th. As a toast to her legendary style, enjoy our signature EIGHT4NINE cocktail—inspired by Marilyn’s favorite flavors of champagne and strawberries—for half price.
Address: 849 N Palm Canyon Drive
May 29 & 30, 4:30 - 9 pm, Champagne and Chips
Zin is hosting a throwback to mid-century dining with "Marilyn" servers, dreamy gentlemen, and some of Monroe's favorites on the menu. Come dressed to impress and have a ball. Cocktails will be shaken, and the bubbles will be pouring alongside the chips.
Where: Zin American Bistro, 198 S Palm Canyon Drive | Make a Reservation
May 29 - 31, I Heart Drag Brunch - Marily's 100th Celebration
Experience includes performance by Christina Dahling, their dress-blowing Marilyn Monroe. Includes a commemorative I Heart Drag Brunch Marilyn fan. Three-course meal plus bottomless mimosas. 11:30 am & 3 pm.
Where: Hyatt Palm Springs, 285 N Palm Canyon Drive | Get Tickets
May 29, 7 pm, Start-Studded Tribute to Alvin Taylor
This extraordinary night will celebrate the career of a man who has shaped the sound of modern music, having performed and recorded with a "Who’s Who" of rock and soul royalty, including Little Richard, Elton John, George Harrison, Billy Preston, Eric Burdon, Fleetwood Mac Bob Welch, Cher, Jimi Hendrix, Sly & The Family Stone, Sammy Hagar and Rolling Stones Ron Wood.
The evening features a powerhouse All-Star Band and a roster of world-class vocalists, including:
- Tony Patler (Madonna, Michael Jackson, Chaka Khan)
- Ronnie King (Mariah Carey, Snoop Dogg, The Offspring)
- Max Rhode, DKupes, and Fer Fuentes
- Austin Jay, hailed as "One of the Hottest Young Male Singers in America."
- Keisha D, the "Diva of the Desert," is making her highly anticipated comeback in her first show following a miraculous recovery.
Tickets: $55 | $95 | $150, VIP Experience: The $150 ticket tier includes an exclusive Meet & Greet with Alvin Taylor and a personally signed copy of his book.
Where: Hilton Palm Springs, 400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way | Get Tickets
May 29, Streetbar, 5 pm - 2 am, Celebrate Marily with a Seven-Year Itch Martini!
Address: 224 E Arenas Road
May 30 & 31, Marilyn Monroe's 100th Birthday Drag Brunch
A special Marilyn Monroe 100th Birthday Drag Brunch at the stylish Saguaro Hotel! Celebrate the legendary icon with a dazzling brunch featuring fabulous drag performances inspired by the unforgettable glamour, music, and spirit of Marilyn Monroe.
Where: Saguaro Hotel Palm Springs, 1800 E Palm Canyon Drive | Reservations
May 30, Streetbar, 6:30 - 8:30 pm, VJ Jym and Seven-Year Itch Martini
Address: 224 E Arenas Road
May 30, 9 pm, Marilyn's 100th Birthday Party at Hunters
Best dressed contest, photo booth, Tito's drink specials
Address: 302 E Arenas Road
June 1, Monday, 6 pm CINEVISTA Celebration: Some Like It Hot
5 pm pre-show feature trailers, newsreels, and cinematic ephemera from the year of the film. At 6 pm, the main feature lights up the big screen, with local film historians introducing the film and sharing insights. Tour Guide: Film historian Vanessa Theme Ament. Pick up your souvenir CineVista tours booklet available in the lobby, and ask for your CineVista commemorative sticker celebrating Marilyn's 100th anniversary, available exclusively at the Palm Springs Cultural Center.
Where: Palm Springs Cultural Center, 2300 E. Baristo Road | Get Tickets
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