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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Thu, Oct 29
6 PM - 5 PM
Palm Springs (Arenas Road & Warm Sands)
Palm Springs Leather Pride 2026 (Oct 29–Nov 1) — the Mr. PS Leather contest, Plunge, Dark Alley, the gay resorts, gear shops, and where to stay.
Fri, Oct 30
6 PM - 1:30 AM
Tool Shed, Palm Springs
The late-night gear party at the Tool Shed during Palm Springs Leather Pride 2026.
Sat, Oct 31
6 PM - 8:30 PM
Palm Springs
The Mr. Palm Springs Leather title contest during Leather Pride weekend 2026.
Sat, Oct 31
10 PM - 2 AM
Palm Springs
The big Saturday-night dance-and-gear party at Palm Springs Leather Pride 2026.
Sun, Nov 1
12 PM - 6 PM
CCBC Resort, Palm Springs
The world-famous Plunge pool party at CCBC during Palm Springs Leather Pride 2026.
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