Event Dates
From: Friday, October 27, 2023
To: Saturday, October 28, 2023
Dark Alley Palm Springs 2023
Leather Mart is one of the most popular events held during Palm Springs Leather Pride
Dark Alley Palm Springs 2023
Hosted by Owner Rob Cole at his well-known Levi-Leather Bar, The Tool Shed, the Leather Mart is one of the most popular events held during Palm Springs Leather Pride.
- Are you visiting Palm Springs Leather Pride? Stay at the Santiago Resort, rated “Exceptional” by guests. The Men’s-only, clothing-optional resort has a beautiful pool, just a 2-minute drive to the party.
The Party
- Hundreds of Leather Men, the 501 crowd, and their admirers partake in a night of music, cigar lounges, sexy bartenders, and local leather and fetish vendors.
- Dance to the music of DJ Corey D and flirt with the Tool Shed’s beefy furry dancers.
- Dark Alley takes over the official Tool Shed Parking Lot on the Friday and Saturday of Palm Springs Leather Pride for a Cruise Party, Vendor Mart and the election of Mr Tool Shed.
- The party runs from 6 pm to 1.30 am on Friday and 8 pm to 1.30 pm on Saturday.
The Venue
- Tool Shed – Located on 600 E Sunny Dunes Rd, located in the Warm Sands District, just 3 minutes drive or 20 minutes walk from the bars along Arenas Road.
- Voted the best dive bar in Palm Springs with friendly staff and a laid-back vibe, Tool Shed is the Home bar of Palm Springs Leather Order of the Desert.
- Enjoy Happy hour daily until 8 pm and O-69 Bingo on Wednesdays at noon.
- Stay close to the party at The Vista Grande Resort, a gay men’s resort rated “Fabulous” by guests with beautifully landscaped gardens, Jacuzzi, outdoor pool and friendly staff.
The Gay Scene
Palm spring is known for its breathtaking scenery, all year round blue skies and sunshine, it is a popular holiday destination, it has a number of gay bars most of which are located around Canyon Drive in down town
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action,
Andreas Hotel & Spa, Hilton Palm Springs, Alcazar Palm Springs, Casa Cody
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Where we stay!
The Colony Palms is charming & has a
great pool, offers great value for money.
Official Website
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Gay Map of Palm Springs
Palm Springs has a number of gay bars and clubs most of which are located around Canyon Drive in down town area.
Recommended Hotels in Palm Springs By Booking
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We have chosen hotels in Palm Springs that keep you close to all the shops, restaurants & bars
Kimpton Rowan
Great Pool, 4 Star
- Free WiFi
- Free Parking
- Pets Allowed
- Swimming Pool
- 24-Hour Front Desk
The Colony Palms
4 Star, Great Value
- Free WiFi
- Pets Allowed
- Swimming Pool
- Hot Tub/Jacuzzi
- Spa & Wellness Centre
Andreas Hotel & Spa
3 Star, Great Location
- Swimming Pool
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Daily Housekeeping
- 24-Hour Front Desk
- Spa & Wellness Centre
Casa Cody
3 Star, Readers Choice
- Hot Tub
- Free Parking
- Pets Allowed
- Swimming Pool
- Spa & Wellness Centre
Video Guide to Gay Palm Springs
Charlie Harding finds locals to teach him the ins and outs of gay locations
Top Gay Neighbourhoods in Palm Springs
Palm Springs, an oasis in the California desert, has long been an LGBTQ+ haven, drawing visitors with its warm climate, iconic mid-century architecture, and welcoming vibe. Many neighbourhoods have a significant gay presence, but Arenas Road is undeniably the heart of the city’s gay scene.
Downtown | Arenas Road
Photo: Andreas Road is close to some of the best gay resorts in Palm Springs
- Arenas Road, once just a regular street, started its transformation into a gay hotspot in the 1980s and hasn’t looked back since.
- From bars and clubs to restaurants and shops, it’s the pulsating heart of the city’s LGBTQ+ scene and close to the city’s best hotels and resorts.
- The street also plays host to large open-air events during Halloween and Palm Springs Pride.
- Discover the best things to see and do in the Palm Springs
Tahquitz River Estates
4-minute drive from Arenas Road with a relaxed vibe, superb adults-only resorts and famous pool parties.
Palm Desert
20-minute drive from Arenas Road with several upscale boutiques, art galleries, and beautiful public art.
Cathedral City
A 10-minute drive from Arenas Road and home to the world Famous gay parties at the Barracks complex
Indian Wells
The destination for the desert’s most luxurious resorts and spas, offering top-notch amenities and services.
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