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Hot Rodeo Palm Springs is one of the top gay rodeo events in the USA, featuring a mix of competitions, a pool party & dancing
Hot Rodeo Palm Springs is one of the top gay rodeo events in the USA, featuring a mix of competitions, a pool party, dancing and raising money for local organizations.
- Visiting Palm Springs for the rodeo? Our editors top picks include Santiago Resort, The Parker, and The Ace Hotel. All are close to the centre of town and offer great pools and excellent customer service.
The Rodeo
- Typically Saturday and Sunday in early May. – Hot Rodeo Palm Springs is held at the A.C. Dysart Equestrian Park in Banning.
- Gates open 9:30 AM. Vendor, Food & Festival area open 10 AM Early events begin 10 AM Grand Entry approximately 12 NOON Afternoon events following Grand Entry
- Competitive rodeo events occur in more than thirteen scheduled categories. Highlights include: Calf Roping on Foot, Team Roping, Break-away, Steer Deco, Pole Bending, Steer Riding, Chute Dogging, Barrels, Flags, Wild Drag and Bull Riding.
- The park is a 35-minute drive from the gay bars and clubs along Arenas Road.
The Parties
- Awaiting schedule for the 2024 edition. Venues may change – the following was the previous lineup:
- Thursday –Rodeo Weekend activities begin on with a Country Dance Contest and Welcome Party at The Barracks in Cathedral City, CA.
- Friday – Pool Party and contestant registration at The Days Inn Hotel, from 1 pm to 5 pm. Enjoy the Hot Rodeo Welcome Party from 8 pm to Midnight at the Tool Shed on Sunny Dunes Road PS.
- Saturday – Dancing Under the Stars at Oscars Palm Springs. 7 PM – 11PM.
- Sunday – HOT RODEO Awards Ceremony at the Days Inn hotel from 7 PM.
Trending Hotels in Palm Springs
The following Palm Springs hotels are currently trending with our readers:
Andreas Hotel & Spa, Hilton Palm Springs, Alcazar Palm Springs, Casa Cody
Hotels Fill up Fast so plan early!
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The Colony Palms is charming & has a
great pool, offers great value for money.
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Gay Rodeo, Palm Springs 2008
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