Pride Days Palm Springs Tue, September 3, 2024 LGBTQ Add to trip Remove from trip Greater Palm Springs Pride October 31 – November 3 Greater Palm Springs Pride is more than just a celebration; it’s a vibrant expression of love, diversity, and community set against the stunning desert backdrop. Every year, the city comes alive with rainbow flags, lively parades, and events that draw visitors from across the globe. Palm Springs Pride offers something for everyone, from live performances and art installations to family-friendly gatherings and late-night parties. BE YOU This year’s Pride Week theme is BE YOU, which embraces the power of self-expression, inclusiveness, and love. The theme reinforces the city’s reputation of cherishing the value and dignity of all people. Pride in Palm Springs is a celebration where you can be yourself and be true to who you are. Credit: Greater Palm Springs Pride Nov 1 – 3 Greater Palm Springs Pride Festival Marketplace & Entertainment The Pride Festival is a street fair, a music festival, and a gathering place that celebrates all that is LGBTQ+ in Palm Springs. Sip, sashay, and celebrate in several downtown Palm Springs open-air event venues. Friday, Nov 1 Arenas District Stage, 3 pm Pride Stage, 6 pm (corner of Palm Canyon & Amado) Saturday, Nov 2 Arenas District Stage, 11 am – 3 pm Pride Stage, 11 am – 10 pm (corner of Palm Canyon & Amado) Palm Canyon Drive, 11 am – 9 pm (between Amado & Baristo) Community Stage, 11 am – 7 pm (corner of Tahquitz & Palm Canyon) Sunday, Nov 3 Arenas District Stage, 11 am – 7 pm Pride Stage, 11 am – 5 pm (corner of Palm Canyon & Amado) Palm Canyon Drive, 11 am – 5 pm (between Amado & Baristo) Community Stage, 11 am – 5 pm (corner of Tahquitz & Palm Canyon) Nov. 1 – 3 La Cage Aux Folles at Palm Canyon Theater Based on the 1973 French play, this glitzy musical is set in a Saint-Tropez drag nightclub run by Georges and his partner Albin (AKA Zaza), the star performer. When George’s son (fathered during a one-night fling) brings home his bride-to-be and her bigoted politician father, farcical adventures ensue as they dance around the “family business.” Thu – 7 pm, Fri & Sat 8 pm, Sun – 2 pm Buy Tickets Nov 1 – Endeavor with Pride; Sweat, Shine, Celebrate! 11 – 11:45 am Join ACE Certified group fitness instructor Jase Nagaia for the 2nd Annual “Endeavor with Pride” during LGBTQ+ Pride Weekend. This 45-minute, high-energy workout is all about fun, inclusivity, and celebrating diversity. Wear your most colorful pride gear, and after the workout, kick off a pub crawl with options for everyone, including sober friends. Arenas District Pride Stage. 301 E Arenas Nov. 1 – Rainbow Palette: Expressions of LGBTQ+ Artistry. 1 – 4 pm “Rainbow Palette: Expressions of LGBTQ+ Artistry” is a free art exhibit at the Stephen Baumbach Gallery featuring diverse works by LGBTQ+ artists. The showcase spans two galleries and open-air spaces, exploring themes of identity and resilience. All artists will donate 10% of their sales to PS Pride, making this event both a celebration of queer artistry and a way to give back to the community. Free Stephen Baumbach Gallery, 4116 Matthew Drive Nov 1 – LGBTQ Servicemember Wreath Laying Ceremony. 6 – 6:30 pm A pre-Veterans Day Ceremony with veterans’ organizations and remarks from dignitaries. The ceremony is intended to honor LGBTQ servicemembers and thank all who served in the United States Armed Forces. Amado Stage. 280 N Palm Springs Nov 2 – Palm Springs Pride 5K Run & Walk The run and walk takes place in the beautiful and historic neighborhood of Old Las Palmas, once home to many Hollywood celebrities. The beautiful, mostly flat, out-and-back course is on paved streets. There is no registration on race morning, so please register in advance. Nov 2 & 3 Children’s Headquarters. 11 am – 4 pm Families are invited to join for arts, crafts, and games. Hosted by Palm Springs Pride, CHQ is a playful place for infants to pre-teens and accompanying adults. Complimentary snacks, drinks, a nap area, a restroom, and a diaper-changing station are provided to festival-going families. Parents are required to stay in the play area with their children. Free Corner of E. Tahquitz and Belardo by the downtown park. Nov 2 & 3 Youth Zone. 11 am – 5 pm The Youth Zone is the exclusive hub for LGBTQ youth between ages 14 and 21 and their allies at Pride. It features continuous entertainment and activities, free food and drink, games, dancing, music, seating, contests, games, youth-only confidential testing, drag and makeup fun, great conversation, creative expression, activities, shade from the sun, toilets, and a hand washing station, and safe sex information. Safe Schools Desert Cities hosts the Youth Zone. On Market Street between Museum Way and Andreas Rd, in Graffiti Park. Nov 2 – Arenas District Official Block Party – 4 – 11 pm The party starts with high-energy DJs and dancing in the streets. This is the place for house and dance music, food trucks, and outdoor beverage lounges! Nov 2 – Rainbow Splash Pool Party. Noon – 4 pm CCBC Resort Hotel. 68300 Gay Resort Drive. Buy Tickets Nov 3 – Greater Palm Springs Pride Parade – 10 am The colorful parade steps off in the Uptown Design District at Tachevah and Palm Canyon Dr. and travels south through downtown, ending at the entrance to the Pride Festival at Amado. Credit: Larry Matsui Nov 3 – Brunch with Miss Richfield 1981 at Eight4Nine. Reservations are accepted at Noon for the 1 pm show. Miss Richfield 1981 is a drag legend and beauty professional who entertains her audience with an interactive format that combines homespun warmth with edgy improvement, leaving audiences in hysterics. 25% of all proceeds will benefit Greater Palm Springs Pride. Call 760.325.8490 for reservations. 849 N. Palm Canyon Drive. Nov 3 – Trio Pride Parade Party. Seating begins at 9 am Join Trio for brunch while watching the Pride parade. A portion of sales was donated to Palm Springs Pride to help keep Pride free and accessible. Limited seatings. Sells out fast. Call 760.864.8746 for reservations. 707 N Palm Canyon. Credit: Lani Garfield Other Pride Days Palm Springs Events October 20 – Pride on the Page 2024 Book Festival A celebration of LGBTQ+ authors and allies is taking place at the Palm Springs Cultural Center. In addition to panel discussions, there will be a book tent outside where you can purchase books and meet local authors. Learn More. Nove 1 – 3 – Pride Massive at Margaritaville Palm Springs Nov 1 – 3 The Comparable Dina Martina. Combining the tragically funny with the hysterically surreal, Dina Martina has been hailed as “divinely funny” (Time Out London), “the most original drag performer in America today” (The Village Voice), and “as graceful as a Coke machine moving about on a hand truck” (Seattle P-I). Nov 1 @ 9:30 pm, Nov 2 @10:30 pm, Nov 3 @ 5 pm Revolutionary Stage Company. 611 S Palm Canyon Drive. Buy Tickets Nov 1 – DRAG-A-LICIOUS Ru Paul Drag Show. 7:30 pm This spectacular drag show features all-star queens like Kimora Blac, Shannel, Roxxxy Andrews, Jorgeous, Kylie Sonique Love, and Vanessa Vanjie Mateo. This year, the showroom has been completely redesigned to create an over-the-top atmosphere, setting the stage for an exciting weekend. Nov 2 – Colossal Pool Party. Noon – 6 pm Dive into the largest pride pool party featuring energetic sets from DJs Ryan Skyy and Matt Suave, plus special guests and a surprise performance! This year, we’ve increased capacity and scaled production to a festival-grade sound system to deliver one colossal pool party experience. Nov 2 – Laidback Luke – 10 pm – 5 am Experience an electronic music trip that promises to take you on a magical journey. World-renowned headline DJ Laidback Luke takes the stage for an extended, epic set, followed by Casey Alva, who takes us into the early hours and beyond Nov 3 – Disco Playhouse Pool Party. Noon – 6 pm Groove to house beats and classic disco tea-style music from DJ duo ROSABEL, direct from their world tour! Presented by GED Magazine and LE Parties. Buy Tickets Oct. 24 – 26 – Palm Springs Leather Pride Palm Springs Leather Pride is an annual celebration that brings together leather enthusiasts from around the world for a weekend of camaraderie, events, and competitions. Held in the heart of Palm Springs, this popular gathering features social mixers, leather vendor markets, pool parties, and the highly anticipated Mr. Palm Springs Leather contest. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, the event is a cornerstone of the city’s LGBTQ+ community, offering a blend of entertainment, education, and the celebration of leather culture in a scenic desert setting. Hotel Zoso is the host hotel which is where you will register for events. The Formal Leather Party & Auction is October 25 followed by the Mr. Palm Springs Leather Contest on the 26th. Oct 31 – Halloween on Arenas Party. 5 – 10 pm Arenas District. Get the Full List of Halloween Events. Nov 1 – 3 – Desert Heat Palm Springs 2024 The event is presented by Paul Nicholls & Justin David and includes 5 parties spread out over 3 days, from daytime hot pool events to nighttime extravaganzas. Hotel Zoso is the host hotel. Get Tickets Nov 1 – JURASSIC DRAG | Coco Peru, Jackie Beat, Sherry Vine, & Varla Jean Merman. 5:30 – 9 pm Jurassic Drag is part musical spectacular, part old-fashioned variety show. Starring Sherry Vine, Jackie Beat, Coco Peru, and Varla Jean Merman. Oscar’s Palm Springs. 125 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way. Buy Tickets Nov 1 – Pretty Faces @ Hotel Zoso. 9 pm – 2 am. Palm Springs Largest Pride Party for Queer Women & Friends. DJ line-up to be announced. Includes go-go dancers and live performances. 150 S Indian Canyon Drive. allevents Nov. 1 – Bouschet Pride Pop-Up Wine Tasting. 5 – 7 pm 611 S Palm Canyon Drive, Suite 22 Nov 2 – All About Yvie Oddly book signing. 3 – 5 pm Winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race season 11. In the new book All About Yvie: Into The Oddity (June 2024), the reader gets an in-depth glimpse into their childhood, their coming out and coming to terms with their sexuality and gender, and, of course, spills some Drag Race tea. Just Fabulous. 515 N Palm Canyon. 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