Event Dates
From: Thursday, June 20, 2024
To: Monday, June 24, 2024
Tidal Wave is one of the biggest bear weekends in the USA, held each year in early June in Orlando, Florida
Tidal Wave is one of the biggest bear weekends in the USA, held each year in early June in Palm Springs, Florida.
- Stay at the host hotel, Margaritaville Resort Palm Springs, complete with outdoor heated pool, tastefully decorated rooms and a warm, friendly welcome.
Daily Event Highlights
- Tidal Wave Marketplace (Vendor Fair): As you step into the Vendor Fair, prepare to be awestruck by the colorful, tantalizing treasures on display. From quirky trinkets to mouthwatering munchies, there’s something for everyone here.
- Afternoon Pool Party: Time to groove to the music and show off your best cannonball moves at the Afternoon Pool Party. With beats that make waves, you’ll be dancing on water!
- Evening Pool Party: As the sun sets, the party keeps going! Join us for the Evening Pool Party, where the pools shimmer with a thousand lights, and the vibe is electric. You won’t want this night to end.
- Movie (Main Pool): For those who prefer to relax, we’ve got you covered! Grab your float and drift over to the Main Pool for a movie under the stars. It’s cinema with a splash!
- Game Room: Need a break from the water? Our Game Room is a den of entertainment, where you can challenge your friends to board games, ping pong, and more
- CCBC Excursion: And if you’re up for even more adventure, don’t forget to join the CCBC Excursion. It’s a journey you won’t want to miss!
Other Events
- Thurs – Trivia and Bearaoke plus a first timer and single mixer | Fri – Couples Mixer | Sat – Fetish Dance | Sun – Drag Bingo
Hotels close to the Pool Party
- Host hotels typically sell out well in advance. The following hotels are close to the party and have higher review scores:
- Arrive Palm Springs – 4-minute walk to the host hotel – Rated Fabulous by guests, featuring spacious rooms and high-end amenities.
- The Palm Springs Hotel – 8 minutes walk to the host hotel – Rated Fabulous by guests, with comfortable deluxe rooms, an outdoor pool and an intimate atmosphere.
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.
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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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We have chosen hotels in Palm Springs that keep you close to all the shops, restaurants & bars
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