The iconic Marilyn Monroe, who died in 1962 at the age of 36, would have turned 100 years old on June 1, 2026. So celebrations have been planned around the world. If you’re a fan, you might want to check some of these out.
Los Angeles. The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures will host an exhibition called “Marilyn Monroe: Hollywood Icon” starting May 31st and running for nine months. It will include costumes, photos, letters, personal items, and production documents.
While in Los Angeles, be sure to visit Marilyn’s star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6774 Hollywood Boulevard and her grave at Pierce Brothers Westwood Village Memorial Park & Mortuary.
The Marilyn Remembered Fan Club is also planning some events in Los Angeles. For example, the Los Angeles Public Library (630 West Fifth Street) will have a free program on May 29th at 1:00 p.m. with the All Things Marilyn podcast cohosts and several authors to celebrate the release of the book, Marilyn: The Lost Photographs, The Last Interview. While it’s free, you must RSVP here.
On June 4th in Los Angeles (location currently unconfirmed), Julien’s Auctions will host 100 Years of Marilyn, an auction of Marilyn’s private and professional items. This auction will also be online.
Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Tulsa Ballet will perform a special ballet called “Marilyn” from April 29th-May 2nd.
London. The British Film Institute is hosting a Marilyn Monroe film festival from June 1st to July 31st and a redistribution of her movie, “The Misfits.” Calling her “the original triple threat” and a woman of great intelligence who should never have been reduced to a sex symbol, they will feature her performances across three strands: Star Attractions (musicals and comedies), Dramatic Turns (serious roles), and Scene Stealers (smaller but pivotal appearances).
Also in London, the National Portrait Gallery will have an exhibit called “Marilyn Monroe: A Portrait” from June 4th-September 6th. It will include photographs and art by Andy Warhol, Richard Avedon, Pauline Boty, and others. The exhibition will show previously unseen photos, including some taken the day before Marilyn’s death, as well as some of her personal belongings such as books, scripts, and clothes.
Paris. The Paris museum, La Cinémathèque Francaise, will hold a a commemorative exhibition honoring Marilyn from April 8th-July 26th. Also with an eye toward celebrating Marilyn’s true value as an artist, the exhibit includes film clips, photographs, and posters. Screenings are also included.
Palm Springs. This city will host “Marilyn 100: A Centennial Film Celebration” from May 29th-June 1st. An All-Access Pass for $60 gets you entry to a four film series, performances by the Modern Men Chorus and the Palm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus, as well as other events.
There will be a Marilyn Monroe 100th Birthday Drag Brunch at the Saguaro Hotel on May 30th and 31st, as well as “The Great Marilyn Record Setting Attempt” to gather together the most people dressed as Marilyn. This event takes place on May 30th starting at 2:00 p.m. at the Forever Marilyn statue in downtown Palm Springs. They’re looking to break the record with more than 500 people of all ages dressed in Marilyn’s iconic white dress and blonde curls. There’s a $75 registration fee to participate that gets you the dress, the wig, and a martini glass. They’re offering lots of different sizes. Register here.
One more book. There’s another book that’s being released in association with Marilyn’s estate that’s called Marilyn Monroe 100. It’s the only official photography-based publication to commemorate the centenary of Marilyn Monroe’s birth. With 348 pages, it will be released May 5th and is currently available for pre-order.
Melanie Votaw is the Publisher and Executive Travel Writer of LuxuryWeb Magazine. She has visited more than 50 countries on 6 continents and written for such magazines as Executive Travel, Just Luxe, Business Insider, South China Morning Post, Travel Mindset, and more. She is a member of the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association, New York Travel Writers Association, and International Travel Writers Alliance. Melanie's photography has won awards, and she has also written 43 nonfiction books as either the author or ghostwriter.
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