Palm Springs 4th Of July
Gay Weekend Escape 2024

Palm Springs 4th Of July Gay Weekend Escape 2024

Discover an entire town celebrating Gay Independence Day Weekend with epic pool parties, long lunches and night time clubbing on Arenas road.

• Visiting Palm Springs for any major event or holiday? Book your hotel well in advance. 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 Event

• Celebrate the 4th of July in Palm Springs and enjoy the warmth and inclusion of the local community as you celebrate America’s birthday.
• Events change from year to year and we highlight new arrivals and old favourites. Here are our top choices to events and things to do

Legendary Pool Parties

• Independence weekend is the perfect time to visit one of Palm Spring’s hottest gay resorts and pools. The Santiago Resort is a polished resort catering to adult gay men just 2 miles from the gay bars and clubs, offering continental breakfast, lunch, 24-hour snacks and complimentary parking for guests.
• Gaze at the men lounging near the waterfalls of Vista Grande an adult gay men’s-only clothing optional resort that boasts 2 outdoor pools, a 16-man hot tub and a dry sauna.
• July Weekend at CCBC Resort Hotel – Grab a Day Pass and enjoy Dj sessions and sexy guys by the pool at the adults only resort, famous for its cruisy atmosphere.

Bottomless Breakfasts

• Start your 4th of July weekend right and head to Bongo Johnny’s for their bottomless champagne on the patio for USD 5, paired perfectly with breakfast entrees like Polynesian French Toast or a Fried Chicken Benedict.

Afternoon Leather Cocktails

• Located in the famed Warm Sands District, Tool Shed is the original Leather + Levi bar in Palm Springs.
• Take a cocktail in the back patio which is optimized for Summer with a rugged mountain view.

Showtime at Oscars

• You simply must take in a show at Oscar’s, over the 4th of July weekend, where the talent is tucked and triumphant. This is definitely a main pick for gay things to do in Palm Springs if not just to admier the Mimosa boys all afternoon!
• The drag queens of Bitchiest Brunch are clawing their way to the top of your bottomless mimosa existence. As gay turns to night, Las Chicas Calientes spice up!

Party On Arenas Road

• The epicenter of the 4th of July weekend is located squarely on Arenas Road, where camaraderie rules. Whether you cruise the south side of the block where the people at Eagle 501 mingle with the hipsters of Chill Bar or if your North Star guides you to the festive happenings at Hunters and Streetbar you will have a fun night guaranteed! Each of the aforementioned pairs share parking lot spaces that facilitate spacious outdoor 4th of July gatherings suited for Palm Springs hot desert nights.
• If you’re feeling exotic, let your rainbow flag fly at The Tropicale. End your night at Toucans Tiki Lounge populated with spar spangled drag queens and American flag clad go-go dancers galore, eager to celebrate America’s birthday weekend.

Official 4th of July Celebrations

The City’s Parks & Recreation Department has been hard at work creating a multitude of Fourth of July activities and experiences – at four different locations!

• Victoria Park (2744 N Via Miraleste) 4^th of July Water Palooza (11 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
  Free hot dogs and snow cones, water games, food, music
• Sunrise Park (401 S Pavilion Way)  Independence Fest (activities start at 3 p.m.)
  Music, games, food, Movie in the Park starts at dusk.
• Ruth Hardy Park (700 Tamarisk Rd) Fourth of July Spectacular (activities start at 4 p.m.)
  Food & Games, Dude Jones Band and Laser Light ShowBand plays at 6:30 p.m.; Laser Show at 9:15 p.m.

Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa Rancho Mirage, Fireworks

• Once again, Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage will light up the Coachella Valley sky to celebrate the 4th of July with fireworks and more! The 30- minute show will be from 9:00-9:30 p.m. Sunday, July 4.
• While watching the night sky sparkle with color, spectators of all ages will also enjoy their favorite patriotic songs simulcast on 106.9 The Eagle (KDGL) during the Independence Day fireworks celebrations.
• This year’s event will include live DJ entertainment beginning at 7 p.m. and have a “drive-in” theater theme so families can be comfortable in and around their own vehicles and enjoy the show.

The best views of the Palm Springs Fireworks

• Looking for something a little bit different?  Vista Point on Highway 74 has some of the best and most expansive views of Greater Palm Springs.
• Drive up the winding road and park your car before sunset to get a good spot and enjoy the symphony of fireworks. Remember to take your own snacks and food–there isn’t a shop near Vista Point.

Where to stay?

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