Your Ultimate 2024 Events Guide to Gay Palm Springs (So Far)…
Palm Springs isn’t just a fabulous gay destination; it's a lifestyle, especially for the gay man who's ready to live his best life in 2024. Beyond the pool parties and the perpetual summer vibe, we are an epicenter for some of the most vibrant LGBTQIA+ events in the country. So, grab your sunglasses and your short-shorts, because we're spotlighting some of the top events that make Gay Palm Springs the place to be this year!
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In the meantime, here’s your ultimate 2024 events guide to Gay Palm Springs (so far)…
January 2024 Events in Gay Palm Springs
Palm Springs International Film Fest (Jan 5-14): There’s still time to celebrate today’s diverse voices in cinema with a cocktail in hand.
CAKE at The Barracks (Jan 13): Ongoing dance events for the sexually liberated at Cathedral City’s (aka Cat City’s) cruisiest leather & gear gay bar. Free clothes check all night.
The American Express Golf Tournament (Jan 15-21): Tee off in style and maybe rub shoulders with a few celebrities at this renowned annual golf event.
Firebirds Pride Night (Jan 19): Come see some of our favorite local Drag Queens take the stage ahead of the Coachella Valley Firebirds Pride Night at Acrisure Arena.
PIG DADDY at The Barracks (Jan 20): Ongoing dance events for the sexually liberated at Cathedral City’s (aka Cat City’s) cruisiest leather & gear gay bar. Free clothes check all night.
CumUnion (Jan 20): An ongoing late-night sex-positive event, hosted by CCBC in Cathedral City (aka Cat City).
INFO-A-GO-GO at Margaritaville Resort (Jan 25): An event that features all the great groups, clubs, organizations, and things that the Coachella Valley has to offer in one spot.
Palm Springs Speaks presents an evening with Fran Drescher (Jan 25): The lovable “Fran Fine" from CBS’s hit series The Nanny comes to Palm Spring’s Richards Center for the Arts (at the Palm Springs High School Auditorium) for an inspiring talk and Q&A!
Desert Open Studios (Jan 26-28): Immerse yourself in the local art scene, where creativity meets community throughout the Coachella Valley.
Palm Springs Health Run & Fitness Expo (Jan 27): Get those endorphins flowing with a fun run followed by a fitness expo.
Palm Springs Art Museum's Art Party (Jan 27): Art, design, cocktails, dinner, and dancing. The Art Party benefits the Palm Springs Art Museum and will be honoring the life and work of renowned architect Albert Frey (1903-1998).
February 2024 Events in Gay Palm Springs
Rock the Park - Tribute to David Bowie (Feb 7): Ziggy Stardust comes to life in this electrifying tribute concert under the stars.
Tour de Palm Springs (Feb 9-10): The Tour de Palm Springs is one of the largest cycling charity events of its kind. Since 1998, and with the help of 2,000 volunteers, the Tour de Palm Springs has distributed nearly $4,000,000.00 to over 150 local nonprofit organizations.
National Gay Pilots Association's Palm Springs Winter Warm-Up (Feb 15-18): The Winter Warm-Up presented by American Airlines is the NGPA’s flagship West Coast event. This extremely popular winter fly-in event has steadily grown over the years, so hop on your Grindr that weekend if you’re still looking for those buddy passes (wink wink).
Modernism Week (Feb 15-25): A celebration of mid-century modern design, architecture, and culture. It's a modernist feast for the eyes!
CumUnion (Feb 17): An ongoing late-night sex-positive event, hosted by CCBC in Cathedral City (aka Cat City).
IBC / International Bear Convergence (Feb 22-26): The bear community takes over in this festive gathering of fun, fur, and friendship.
O'so SUCIA at The Barracks (Feb 22): Ongoing dance events for the sexually liberated at Cathedral City’s (aka Cat City’s) cruisiest leather & gear gay bar. Free clothes check all night, celebrating IBC weekend.
SHINY DISCO BALLS at The Barracks (Feb 23): Ongoing dance events for the sexually liberated at Cathedral City’s (aka Cat City’s) cruisiest leather & gear gay bar. Free clothes check all night, celebrating IBC weekend.
FURBAL at The Barracks (Feb 24): Ongoing dance events for the sexually liberated at Cathedral City’s (aka Cat City’s) cruisiest leather & gear gay bar. Free clothes check all night, celebrating IBC weekend.
March 2024 Events in Gay Palm Springs
CumUnion (Mar 3): An ongoing late-night sex-positive event, hosted by CCBC in Cathedral City (aka Cat City).
Rock the Park - ABBAFab Palm Springs (Mar 6): A night of ABBA classics to sing and dance to? Yes, please!
Cathedral City LGBT Days (March 8-10): Palm Springs neighboring city (aka Cat City) joins in the fun with its own unique LGBT celebration.
Fashion Week El Paseo (Mar 15-21): The runway sizzles with the latest trends in this high-profile fashion extravaganza in Palm Desert’s El Paseo district.
Madonna - The Celebration Tour at Acrisure Arena (Mar 13): The Queen of Pop graces the Coachella Valley. Need we say more?
Red Dress / Dress Red Party (Mar 16): A night of fabulous fashion and fundraising, brought to you by The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert (aka The Center). Dress red! Tickets go on sale Valentine’s Day.
Palm Springs International Pride Hockey Tournament (Mar 20-24): Sports and LGBTQIA+ camaraderie collide in this exciting hockey event.
Palm Desert Food & Wine Festival (Mar 21-24): Indulge in culinary delights under the Palm Desert sun.
White Party Palm Springs (Mar 29-31): The legendary dance party returns bigger and better!
BRÜT Party, Palm Springs White Party Weekend at The Barracks (Mar 29): Featuring DJ duo Dan Darlington and Deanne, BRÜT Party will transform Cat City’s The Barracks into a rhythmic fusion of power and raw sex appeal.
DAP Health’s “The Chase” Gala (Mar 30): Barry Manilow will headline this glittery gala is a gold standard of the desert’s social calendar. Host Kevin Bass promises an evening of inspiration for guests to think more boldly about the future of wellness throughout the Coachella Valley.
April 2024 Events in Gay Palm Springs
Rock the Park - Garth Brooks Tribute Show (Apr 3): A country twist to the Rock the Park series. Save a horse, ride a cowboy (or at least enjoy the music of one)!
Healthy Friction at Vista Grande Resort (April 11-15): Healthy Friction is a Reunion and Social Brotherhood Weekend for the sex-positive-minded gay man.
Coming Outdoors hike in Joshua Tree National Park (April 13): Come out for an easy, friendly, and educational hike in Joshua Tree National Park, followed by a fun LGBTQ+ mixer at Desert Institute’s Yucca Valley park store.
Coachella Weekend 1 & 2 (Apr 12-14/19-21): The ultimate music festival experience. Say it with us now… CHELLA!!
DAP Health’s “Dining Out for Life” (Apr 25): Dine out and make a difference in helping to end HIV for good!
Palm Springs Gay Men's Chorus "Defying Gravity" (Apr 25-28): Palm Springs Gay Men's Chorus presents a concert that celebrates the human spirit and inspires us all to break the bounds of gravity and soar beyond the limitations put on us. Annenberg Theater at the Palm Springs Art Museum.
Stagecoach (Apr 26-28): The country music festival that's a must-attend for country music-lovers… Giddy up on that wait list because it’s already sold out!
CumUnion (Apr 27): An ongoing late-night sex-positive event, hosted by CCBC in Cathedral City (aka Cat City).
May 2024 Events in Gay Palm Springs
Rock the Park - The Ultimate Tribute to Bon Jovi (May 1): Don’t give love a bad name. Instead, why not close the season with the rock anthems of an icon!
CumUnion (May 18): An ongoing late-night sex-positive event, hosted by CCBC in Cathedral City (aka Cat City).
June 2024 Events in Gay Palm Springs
CumUnion (June 1): An ongoing late-night sex-positive event, hosted by CCBC in Cathedral City (aka Cat City).
Palm Springs International ShortFest (June 18-24): A cinematic celebration that promises to inspire you as you wrap up the first half of 2024!
See You Soon In Gay Palm Springs
In Palm Springs, the stage is always set just right for making new friends and forging lasting connections. It's a place gay culture, fun, and ideal weather blend seamlessly, offering a year-round haven for gay men who want to embrace the extraordinary. From the pulsating beats of the White Party to the artistic inspiration of the Desert Open Studios, there's an event for every taste.
Whether you're here to bask in the warm desert sun, mingle with other guys, or simply let loose among the night life, Palm Springs is the ultimate playground for the gay men who want to experience it all. So, pack your bags and let Palm Springs work its magic on you!
