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The Nation's Largest UFO Conference Returns to the Coachella Valley
The biggest UFO conference in the country is returning to the desert. Contact in the Desert kicks off its 12th annual event at the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa in Indian Wells from May 28th through June 1st, drawing more than 70 researchers, scientists, and experts from around the world to discuss everything from unidentified aerial phenomena to near-death experiences and what may lie beyond our own planet.
This year's lineup includes legendary ufologist and scientist Jacques Vallee, Dr. Eric Davis, and Dr. Diane Hennacy-Powell, whose work on telepathy and its connection to reported alien encounters has drawn growing interest. The conference spans seven stages running simultaneously throughout each day, covering UAPs, artificial intelligence, ancient discoveries, psychic abilities and more.
Thursday's programming is free and open to the public. One-day and five-day passes are available at contactinthedesert.com.
By: NBC Palm Springs
May 25, 2026
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