Event Dates
From: Friday, October 27, 2023
To: Saturday, October 28, 2023
Leather Mart is one of the most popular events held during Palm Springs Leather Pride
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
Hotels Fill up Fast so plan early!
Book now and on pay arrival.
The Colony Palms is charming & has a
great pool, offers great value for money.
For further information and advice on
Dark Alley Palm Springs Website
Palm Springs has a number of gay bars and clubs most of which are located around Canyon Drive in down town area.
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