Event Dates
From: Friday, May 24, 2024
To: Monday, May 27, 2024
Celebrate the start of Summer in style as Desertopia takes over Palm Springs for a Memorial weekend event full of parties
Celebrate the start of Summer in style as Desertopia takes over Palm Springs for a Memorial weekend event full of parties, fun and a unique desert vibe.
Stay close to the Party.
Choose a hotel close to the sold-out host hotel at the following venues:
- The Palm Springs Hotel – Rated “Fabulous” by guests, the hotel has spacious rooms and a large outdoor pool with a great location. A 4-minute walk to the host hotel.
- Arrive Palm Springs – 4-star hotel rated “Superb” by guests, complete with beautifully designed rooms, high-end amenities and the best brunch in town. A 6-minute walk to the host hotel.
- Fleur Noire Hotel – One of the most exceptional hotels in Palm Springs, the all-suite boutique hotel has a heated pool and world-class service. A 5-minute walk to the host hotel.
The Event
- Next Edition Friday 24th to Monday 27th May, 2024
- The desert has come alive. Desertiopia brings back the golden age of queer Palm Springs.
- The event takes over The infusion beach club as home base for Memorial weekend for a weekend of pool parties, club nights, block parties, after hour kikis, and more.
- Plus this year the event adds new venues including The Barracks and Fuego.
The Schedule
- Friday Night – 9 pm to 2 am – Horse Meat Disco at Palm Springs Surf Club
- Saturday Daytime – Noon to 6 pm – Pool Party with James Axon + Perfect Lovers
- Saturday Night – 9 pm to 2 am – Bears in Space at The Barracks
- Sunday Night – 7.30 pm – Desert Drag Hosted By Flabbergast – With: Alana Shaw, Azula, Baexjing, Bettie Bathhouse, Flabbergast, Joella, Posse – at Fuego.
- Sunday Night – 9.30 pm to 2 am – (Closing Party) With: HUNY XO + Don Esquivel – at Fuego.
The Venues
- Infusion Beach Club – Laid back boutique hotel located with a beautiful pool and grounds, 7-minutes drive from Arenas Road.
- The Barracks – The Desert’s Premiere Leather/Levi Cruise & Dance Bar and host of the famous Beer Bust Sun, located outside of the centre of Palm Springs, but well worth the trip.
- Palm Springs Surf Club – The Palm Springs Surf Club is paradise in the heart of Palm Springs, CA. Featuring a state-of-the-art wave pool, the club also provides guests an array of resort style amenities, water park attractions , events/event venues, 2 restaurants & 3 bars. Located 11 minutes from downtown Palm Springs.
- Fuego – Located in downtown Palm Springs inside a historical 1955 mid-century landmark. The venue features multiple levels and a large open floor plan. It is a 5-minute drive from the gay bars along Arenas Road.
Recommended Hotels in Palm Springs
- 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
Desertopia 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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An insider guide to the best of gay 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.
4-minute drive from Arenas Road with a relaxed vibe, superb adults-only resorts and famous pool parties.
A 10-minute drive from Arenas Road and home to the world Famous gay parties at the Barracks complex