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WED: Susannah B and The Lowkeys
Susannah B and The Lowkeys take the stage at The Bent Theater inside the Palm Springs Cultural Center on Wednesday, October 29 at 7 pm for a powerful evening of blues-infused rock and soul. With a voice that moves from sultry to raw, Susannah B delivers heartfelt songs that honor identity, emotion, and storytelling. This featured concert also supports the creation of a scholarship for LGBTQ+ plays and playwrights through the Palm Springs Young Playwrights Festival. Get tickets
WED: DBA Social Media and AI Workshop
Desert Business Association (DBA) members are invited to sharpen their digital edge at the Social Media and AI Workshop on Wednesday, October 29 from 8:30–11 am at the Desert Business Association. Led by the award-winning team at JNS Next, this hands-on session covers content strategy, engagement metrics, and smart use of AI tools to elevate your brand voice and boost visibility. More info
WED: Alzheimers Coachella Valley Open House
Alzheimers Coachella Valley (ACV) welcomes all supporters to its Open House: A Celebration of Care on Wednesday, October 29 from 5:30–8:30 pm. Hosted by Patrick Evans, the evening honors the 4th Annual Chuck Olsen Caregiver Award recipient, Edwina Dirk, RN, BSN. Those who have RSVP’d will enjoy live music by Phillip Pollerana, complimentary valet parking, and light refreshments at the Berger Foundation Charitable Center. The event is a crucial fundraiser, helping ACV keep its essential support programs free for Valley families navigating life with dementia. More info
WED: Unbridled Spirit Opening Reception
The LGBTQ+ History & Archives of the Desert presents Unbridled Spirit: Celebrating 35 Years of Leather in Palm Springs, an exhibition exploring the significant impact of the leather community on the Coachella Valley. Curated by Mike Király, the exhibit runs at Hotel Zoso throughout Leather Pride weekend. Admission is free, with an Opening Reception on Wednesday, October 29 from 5:30–7:30 pm, then viewing hours from 11 am–8 pm Thursday through Saturday, and 11 am–3 pm on Sunday. Additionally, guests are invited to a special program, Leather Women: Celebrating Our Sexuality, on Thursday, October 30 at 6:30 pm. More info
THU–SUN: Palm Springs Leather Pride 2025
Palm Springs Leather Pride 2025: Gods of Leather runs from Thursday–Sunday, October 30–November 2 with four days of bold gear, global camaraderie, and unapologetic celebration. From pool parties at CCBC and the infamous Dark Alley Marketplace to speaker series, cigar socials, and the Mr. Palm Springs Leather contest, this all-access weekend blends kink, community, and connection. Hosted at Hotel Zoso and venues across Palm Springs, it’s the ultimate gathering for leather lovers, fetish enthusiasts, and curious newcomers alike. Come for the gear—stay for the brotherhood. Check out our event listing for a detailed rundown of all the Leather Pride events: Get tickets
THU–SUN: International Imperial Court System 60th Anniversary
Join Courtiers from across North America in Palm Springs to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee 60th Anniversary of the International Imperial Court System (IICS), one of the world’s oldest and largest LGBTQ+ charitable organizations. The four-day celebration at the Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel runs from Thursday–Sunday, October 30–November 2. The weekend is packed with events, including the Welcome Maple Leaf Mixer, the Denim & Diamonds night, the grand 60th Anniversary Gala, and the Crowning of King Father II of the Americas, concluding with a Sunday Poolside Brunch. More info
THU: Witch Please – A Halloween Comedy & Music Show
Palm Springs Cultural Center conjures up a wickedly funny night with “Witch Please” on Thursday, October 30 from 7–8:30 pm. Featuring Billy L’Amour, Deven Green, and Handsome Ned, this Halloween comedy and music show promises outrageous parody songs, frightful laughs, and a costume contest with prizes. Come dressed to kill and prepare for a ghoulishly good time. Get tickets
FRI & SAT: Halloween on Arenas
Get ready for two nights of dance parties during Halloween on Arenas in the Arenas District! The celebration kicks off with Dance Party #1, “The Masked Party,” on Friday, October 31 from 4–10 pm, featuring entertainment from Dev, Meaty Beats by Juan, DJ Modgirl, and DJ Jeffree. The excitement continues with Dance Party #2, “The Unmasking: Leather Fetish Fantasy,” on Saturday, November 1 from 4–10 pm, with special performances by DJ Luciana and DJ Hector Fonseca. Both nights offer free admission with a suggested $10 donation to support LGBTQ+ charities, and feature a Halloween costume contest. More info
FRI-SUN: Agua Caliente Casinos Celebrate Halloween
Agua Caliente Casinos are pulling out all the stops for Halloween weekend, October 31–November 2! Head to Cathedral City for the After Dark Halloween Bash on Friday at 8 pm featuring Empire Records and DJ Ebony, plus a costume contest with $1,800 in cash prizes. Sip spooky $10 cocktails all weekend, catch Nacho Bustillos live on Saturday, and explore more thrills at Rancho Mirage with Mammoth featuring Myles Kennedy on Friday and Lance Burton: Master Magician and Friends on Saturday. More info
THU-SUN: Priscilla, Queen of the Desert
Palm Canyon Theatre rolls out the glittery road trip adventure with Priscilla Queen of the Desert, running October 24–November 16. This high-energy musical follows three drag queens across the Australian outback, packed with dazzling costumes, iconic pop anthems, and a heartfelt celebration of identity, friendship, and fabulousness. Get tickets
THU–SUN: The Inheritance – Part 2
The Bent Theatre Company presents The Inheritance – Part 2 at the Palm Springs Cultural Center/Camelot Theatre, running through Sunday, November 2. Inspired by E.M. Forster’s Howards End, this sweeping drama explores three generations of gay men as they navigate survival, identity, and the meaning of home. Whether or not you saw Part One, audiences will be seamlessly caught up before diving into this emotional journey of connection, reckoning, and renewal. Adult content; nudity included. Get tickets
THU–SUN: The Cottage
Broadway’s killer comedy The Cottage runs through Sunday, November 2. Set in the 1920s, this stylish and scandalous romp follows one woman’s daring decision to expose her affair—unleashing a whirlwind of secrets, betrayal, and absurd hilarity. With razor-sharp dialogue and unexpected twists, the production offers a wickedly funny take on love, marriage, and the messiness in between. Get tickets
Deadline FRIDAY: LGBTQ+ Quality of Life Survey
The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert invites Coachella Valley residents to take part in its new LGBTQ+ Quality of Life Survey, designed to gather insights that will shape future programs, services, and advocacy efforts. By sharing lived experiences, participants help strengthen community support and ensure that local voices are heard and valued. Please take the 30-minute survey by Friday, October 31.
Get our Pride 2025 Visitor Map & Guide – FREE!
Check out our Pride 2025 Edition of the K-Gay Desert Guide Visitor Map & Guide —just released! To help you find everything you need as a visitor or local, we feature the top places for Food & Drink, Nightlife, Shopping, Attractions, Gay Resorts with passes, Dispensaries, and other services. Look for the latest edition at businesses and newsstands around town, or browse it online right
