Part of the Gay Palm Springs Guide — bars, events & things to do.

Friday, November 6, 2026
The marquee circuit brand of Palm Springs Pride — Desert Heat runs five parties across three days, from daytime pool events to late-night dance floors. The anchor of the weekend's circuit scene. Ticketed.
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Fri, Nov 6
10 AM - 11 PM
Palm Canyon Drive & the Arenas District, Palm Springs

Sat, Nov 7
11 AM - 7 PM
Palm Canyon Drive & Museum Way, Downtown Palm Springs

Sat, Nov 7
11 AM - 5 PM
Palm Springs Surf Club, Palm Springs

Sat, Nov 7
12 PM - 6 PM
Riviera Resort Main Pool, Palm Springs

Sat, Nov 7
4 PM - 11 PM
Arenas Road (the Arenas District), Palm Springs
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