Desertopia Festival
Palm Springs Pride Weekend 2025

Address: 888, East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs

• Resort-style base with a palm-ringed pool, cabanas, and mountain views.
• Modern rooms, comfy beds, and a lobby bar plus poolside service.
• Gym on site; paid parking; easy step to downtown fun.
• LGBTQ-friendly crowd year-round; a relaxed hub for Pride or a sunny weekend. Website

Address: 400 E Tahquitz Canyon WayPalm Springs, CA 92262

• Resort-style Hilton with a large pool deck, cabanas, hot tubs, and mountain views.
• Clean rooms in desert tones; many with balconies or patios; suites for extra space.
• Lobby bar, casual dining, poolside service, solid gym, and friendly crews.
• LGBTQ-welcoming base near the action; easy pick for Pride or a sunny weekend. Website

Address: 227 N Indian Canyon DrPalm Springs, CA 92262

• Adults-only boutique with a pool courtyard, hot tub, and on-site spa.
  Cozy rooms with fireplaces in select categories; breakfast included 
  Free self-parking and a walk-to-everything downtown location.
  Queer-friendly base steps from Arenas Road bars and Pride weekend action. Website

Address: 175 S Cahuilla RdPalm Springs, CA 92262

• Historic casitas around citrus gardens with two serene pools
• Design-led rooms; many with patios, kitchenettes, fireplaces, and soaking tubs.
• Light breakfast, bikes, and easy self-parking; a calm, central base.
• LGBTQ-welcoming hideaway, steps from Arenas nightlife yet blissfully quiet. Website

Address: 68369 Sunair RdCathedral City, CA 92234

• Men-only, clothing-optional resort with a big pool, hot tubs, and palm-shaded courtyards. Social by day, cruisy after dark;
• steam/sauna and dedicated play spaces on site.
• Rooms run from basic to suite-style with kitchenettes; renovated options available.
• Consent-led, friendly crowd; built for sun, swims, and easy meet-ups.
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Address: 217 E Arenas Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262

• Pop-forward gay hub with a big bar, a real dance spot, and a breezy patio.
• Frozen favorites and house cocktails with early happy-hour deals.
• Drag showcases, DJ pop nights, and viewing parties keep it playful.
• Welcoming mix of locals and visitors; easy launch point for a full Arenas run.
• Open: Daily 11am-2am
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Address: 302 E Arenas RdPalm Springs, CA 92262

• Generous pours at twin bars, with frozen favorites and early deals.
  Video walls, big floor, and a patio to cool off between tracks.
  DJs swing from chart pop to throwbacks; drag spotlights pop up.
  Friendly queer crowd—great for groups, date nights, or a solo spin.
• Open: Monday to Wednesday 11am-11pm, 
• Thursday to Sunday 10am-2am,  
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Address: 315 E Arenas Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262

• Cocktails with range and a deep whiskey list; quick pours at the rail.
• Lounge-plus-patio built for people-watching and pre-game chat.
• Smash burgers, hot chicken, tacos, and vegan picks 
• Proudly queer crowd and friendly crews—an easy anchor for an Arenas run.
• Open Daily 12pm-12am
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Address: 68718 E Palm Canyon Dr #203, Cathedral City, CA 92234

• Welcoming lounge with nightly shows.
  Karaoke, piano nights, guest singers.
  Strong cocktails, fair prices, patio.
  Easy central spot in Cat City.
• Open: Monday–Friday 2pm–2am, Saturday–Sunday 12pm–2am
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Address: 541 Industrial Pl E, Palm Springs, CA 92264, United States

• Men-only indoor sex club with card-only entry and late-night sessions.
• Front-desk check-in, lockers, social bar up front, darker play zones 
  Consent and privacy are core; no cash or substances on site.
• Solid pick for cruisers and newcomers wanting a clean, straightforward setup.
• Open: Monday Tuesday closed Wednesday 10am-3pm 9pm-2am
• Tuesday Friday 7pm-3am Saturday Sunday 6pm-3am
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Address: 125 E Tahquitz Canyon Way #102, Palm Springs, CA 92262

• Karaoke-first gay lounge with camp anthems and big sing-alongs.
• Compact room, bar-front banter, and hosts who keep it fun.
• Generous pours, frozen favorites, and easy happy-hour deals.
• Queer crowd with welcoming vibes—prime warm-up before the strip’s dance spots.
• Open: Wednesday to Saturday 4pm-1.30am
• Sunday, Monday & Tuesday 8pm-1.30am
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Address: 200 S Indian Canyon DrPalm Springs, CA 92262

• Music-video hub with drag pop-ups, karaoke, and sing-along peaks.
• Wide bar, screens everywhere, and a patio to reset between sets.
• Generous pours and early happy-hour deals keep the tab friendly.
• Proudly queer crowd with visitors in the mix; easy for an Arenas run.
• Open: Daily 2pm-2am, Sunday 1pm-1am
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Address: 301 E Arenas Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262, United States

• Easygoing men-leaning bar with fast pours and a friendly rail.
• Patio seats with misters; inside stays social, not club-loud.
• Daily drink specials keep the tab kind.
• Welcoming queer crowd; a smooth launch point on Arenas.
• Open: Daily 11am-2am Saturday & Sunday 6am-2am
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Address: 600 E Sunny Dunes RdPalm Springs, CA 92264

• Leather-led bar with a social patio, pool table, and fast pours.
• Beer busts, underwear or gear themes, and cigar meetups set the rhythm.
• Cold beer and sturdy long drinks at friendly prices.
• Men-forward crowd; easy place to mingle, flirt, and gear up.
• Open: Daily 10am-2am
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Address: 2100 N Palm Canyon DrPalm Springs, CA 92262

• Drag powerhouse with tiki kitsch, two bars, and a real dance floor.
• Resident cast plus guest queens, Latin sessions, and pop-heavy DJ nights.
• Tiki cocktails and frozen crowd-pleasers with quick service.
• Proudly queer crowd with visitors in the mix; prime for birthdays and date nights.
• Open: Daily 5pm-2am (Closed Tuesday & Wednesday)
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Address: 224 E Arenas RdPalm Springs, CA 92262

• Neighborhood gay bar with a long counter and a misted patio.
• Straight-up cocktails, cold beer, and wallet-kind daily specials.
• Pop videos, karaoke nights, and social energy over club noise.
• Local staple with an open, men-leaning crowd
• Open: Daily 10am-2am
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Address: 125 E Tahquitz Canyon Way #108, Palm Springs, CA 92262

• Drag-forward courtyard party with tasty comfort plates and fruity cocktails.
• Big vocals, camp banter, and tribute nights keep the stage busy.
• Mimosa towers at brunch; fast service when the patio is packed.
• Proudly queer crowd with visitors in tow—great for birthdays and date nights.
• Open: Daily 4pm-9pm Sunday 3pm-7pm
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Address: 67555 E Palm Canyon DrCathedral City, CA 92234

• Martinis, frozen rounds, and happy-hour prices set you up.
• Lounge room with video screens, bar-front chat, and a small stage.
• Karaoke, piano nights, drag bingo, and show-tune blocks keep it lively.
• Queer crowd with visitors in the mix—easy base for couples, friends, and solo drop-ins.
• Open: Friday Saturday 2pm-12am Sunday & Thursday 2pm-11pm
• Monday to Wednesday 2pm-10pm
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Address: 224 N Palm Canyon DrPalm Springs, CA 92262

• Strong martinis, frozen favorites, and friendly prices.
• Compact lounge with a long bar and easy banter.
• Pop-video vibe with karaoke or themed sets in the mix.
• Proudly queer crowd; a relaxed anchor for an Arenas bar run.
• Open Daily 5pm-2am
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