Welcome to Men of the Desert 2026: Disco Dogs
Men of the Desert Fashion Show and Luncheon
Sunday, December 6th 2026 at the Palm Springs Air Museum
10:30AM Silent Auction and Champagne Reception
12:00PM Luncheon and Fashion Show
Men of the Desert returns for its 17th year on Sunday, December 6, 2026, at the Palm Springs Air Museum. One of the Coachella Valley's most beloved philanthropic traditions, the event brings together local community leaders, their canine companions, and more than 500 guests for an unforgettable afternoon of fashion, entertainment, and fundraising.
This year's theme, Disco Dogs, promises a vibrant runway experience featuring fashions from local desert boutiques curated by newly appointed Fashion Director Neil Cohen.
Since its inception, Men of the Desert has helped Animal Samaritans raise critical funds that have supported more than 16,000 animals through lifesaving rescue, adoption, veterinary, and community outreach programs.
Support Animal Samaritans and Show the Community You Care About Animals
Become a sponsor of Men of the Desert and help provide lifesaving care, adoption services, and support programs for animals throughout the Coachella Valley. Sponsorship opportunities offer valuable community visibility while directly supporting Animal Samaritans' mission.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sponsorship opportunities are available at multiple levels and provide important funding for Animal Samaritans' lifesaving programs. Sponsors receive benefits that may include recognition, marketing exposure, event tickets, and community visibility.
For sponsorship information, contact:
Jarred Ellis
Director of Development & Philanthropy
760-797-7439
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Tickets for Men of the Desert 2026 will be announced soon. Because the event has sold out in previous years and is expected to welcome more than 500 guests in 2026, early purchase is strongly encouraged.
Visitors should join the mailing list and regularly check this page for ticket announcements.
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Men of the Desert is one of the Coachella Valley's most stylish and entertaining charity events.
Guests typically wear:
Resort chic
Fashion-forward daytime attire
Colorful seasonal looks
Business casual to upscale luncheon attire
And given this year's Disco Dogs theme, a little extra flair is always welcome.
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Neil Cohen joins Men of the Desert 2026 as Fashion Director, bringing extensive experience in fashion styling, creative direction, and editorial storytelling.
For this year's Disco Dogs theme, Cohen will spotlight locally owned boutiques and desert retailers while creating a runway experience filled with energy, creativity, and community spirit.
His appointment marks an exciting new chapter for Men of the Desert while honoring the legacy established by longtime Fashion Director Susan Stein.
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Every ticket purchase, sponsorship, donation, and auction bid directly supports Animal Samaritans' mission.
Funds help provide:
Animal rescue
Veterinary care
Spay and neuter services
Adoptions
Community outreach
Lifesaving support for animals throughout the Coachella Valley
Throughout the history of Men of the Desert, proceeds have supported programs benefiting more than 16,000 animals.
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Our Men of the Desert model roster for 2026 is currently full!
You can look forward to seeing handsome hounds that are professional models, chefs, celebrity hair stylists, prominent community members, and more!
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As our models will be strutting the runway with their canine companions, we ask that you leave yours at home as to prevent any unwanted tail-sniffing during the show.
Service animals are welcome.
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You can reach the Men of the Desert team at events@animalsamaritans.org or by phone at 760-332-5027.
THANK YOU TO OUR 2026 SPONSORS
Leader of the Pack
The Carl Jud Foundation
Gold Sponsors
Jan Salta
Roberta Thompson
Silver Sponsors
