Drag & Entertainment·Palm Springs Gay Guide

Where Can I Find Drag Shows in Palm Springs?

Palm Springs is a drag capital with performances nearly every day of the week, from legendary brunch shows to late-night spectacles. The city's year-round warm weather and large LGBTQ+ population make it a top destination for drag performers.

Drag Brunch

  • Oscar's Downtown Palm Springs (125 E Tahquitz Canyon Way) — The iconic Palm Springs drag brunch runs every Saturday and Sunday starting at 11am with extravagant performers and a buzzing patio scene
  • The Saguaro Hotel — Signature drag brunch every Saturday and Sunday at 11am with rotating hostesses. Tickets from $45 (Classic) to $94 (Premium with 2-course meal and bottomless mimosas). Reservations required
  • Chill Bar (217 E Arenas Rd) — Themed Saturday drag brunches with creative concepts like Prince, Mid-Century Barbie, and more
  • Hyatt Palm Springs — I Heart Drag Brunch offers bottomless mimosas, a 3-course brunch menu, and live table-side performances

Evening Drag Shows

  • Hunters Palm Springs (302 E Arenas Rd) — Regular drag shows and DJ nights on the main stage and dance floor
  • Toucans Tiki Lounge (2100 N Palm Canyon Dr) — Drag performances and themed nights in a tropical tiki setting
  • The Bent — Performance venue hosting drag and cabaret shows

Celebrity Connection

Palm Springs has deep drag roots — Trixie Motel, owned by drag superstar Trixie Mattel, is a must-visit landmark with colorful themed rooms featured on the Discovery+ show of the same name.

Browse all gay events in Palm Springs

Never miss a night out when traveling or at home

Free on iOS and Android

Free newsletter

Events x City Guides Delivered Weekly

Catch your city's vibe or the global LGBTQ+ scene.

No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

From the Blog

View all →