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INFO-A-GO-GO 2026
Info-A-Go-Go returns on Saturday, January 31 from 11 am–2 pm at Hotel Zoso, bringing together more than 45 LGBTQ+ groups, clubs, organizations, and nonprofits for an afternoon of connection and community. Hosted by The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert, this free, high‑energy gathering is designed to help queer and trans residents and allies discover new ways to get involved, build relationships, and strengthen year‑round support networks. John Taylor will be Out and About, broadcasting from the event on KGAY 103.1 from 11 am–2 pm! Also: Stop by the KGAY table to scan a QR code and enter to WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS to Love. Alaska this Sunday at the Plaza Theatre (see below)! With dozens of local partners under one roof, it’s the perfect opportunity to plug into the heart of Palm Springs’ LGBTQ+ community. More info
Love, Alaska: A Valentine’s Day Show
On Sunday, February 1 at 7:30 pm, The Plaza Theatre welcomes Alaska for Love, Alaska, an irresistibly offbeat Valentine‑themed evening of music, storytelling, and her signature otherworldly glamour. Joined by her piano‑playing faerie‑witch accompanist Jeremy, Alaska promises a heart‑soothing, soul‑serenading escape during the year’s most romantically intense season. Guests are encouraged to wear red and surrender to the spell. Attend Info-A-Go-Go on Saturday to enter a special drawing for a pair of tickets by registering through the QR code at the KGAY table! Get tickets
So Madonna
The Desert Hot Springs Downtown Concert Series returns on Saturday, January 31 from 4–8 pm with So Madonna, a high‑energy tribute that brings the Queen of Pop’s biggest hits to Pierson Boulevard. This free, family‑friendly event features an opening act, food and drink vendors, lawn games, and activities for kids — all set against the lively backdrop of Desert Hot Springs City Hall. The fun continues each month with upcoming themed concerts, including a Motown Party on February 28, a ’90s bash on March 28, and a Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute on April 25. More info
ABBA LA
The Gardens on El Paseo Concert Series keeps the momentum going on Saturday, January 31 at 4:30 pm with ABBA LA, bringing the irresistible sparkle and sing‑along joy of ABBA’s greatest hits to the Center Lawn. This lively evening benefits Shay’s Warriors – Life After Cancer, continuing the series’ long tradition of supporting local nonprofits while uniting the community through music. More info
1964: A Tribute to The Beatles
The Plaza Theatre transforms into the height of early Beatlemania with 1964: A Tribute to The Beatles on Saturday, January 31 at 7:30 pm. Hailed by Rolling Stone as the most authentic Beatles tribute on earth, this acclaimed group recreates an early ’60s concert with meticulous detail — from period instruments and vintage suits to pitch‑perfect harmonies and charming onstage banter. It’s a nostalgic, note‑perfect journey through the music that changed the world. Get tickets
Women’s Tea Dance
Celebrate community, connection, and queer joy at the Women’s Tea Dance on Sunday, February 1 from 3–6 pm at the Palm Springs Surf Club. Inspired by the original gay tea dances of the 50s and 60s, this joyous afternoon gathering offers a welcoming space for women to unwind, dance, and socialize before the week begins. Hosted by The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert. More info
The Art of Science
The Art of Science offers an intimate one‑man performance that blends live music, immersive visuals, and thought‑provoking scientific storytelling. Created by local artist Patrick Olson and refined after a successful Off‑Broadway chapter, the show invites audiences to explore connection, consciousness, and the universe in a uniquely moving way. Complimentary preview performances take place Saturdays from 7:30–8:45 pm and Sundays from 2–3:15 pm. More info
Brad Paisley
Brad Paisley brings his chart‑topping country sound to The Show at Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa on Saturday, January 31 at 8 pm, promising a night of powerhouse guitar work, award‑winning songwriting, and fan‑favorite hits. With nearly 25 years of accolades — from GRAMMYs to Grand Ole Opry honors — Paisley’s live performances are known for their energy, heart, and signature storytelling. Get tickets
Global Dance Experience
Compagnie Hervé Koubi brings a breathtaking fusion of contemporary dance, capoeira, and martial arts to the McCallum Theatre on Sunday, February 1 at 3 pm. Sol Invictus unfolds with gravity‑defying movement and powerful imagery, tracing choreographer Hervé Koubi’s French‑Algerian heritage through a collaboration with street dancers from across the Mediterranean. Get tickets
Assassins
Revolution Stage Company presents Assassins, the Tony Award–winning musical by Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman, running January 16–31. This bold and provocative production examines the motivations and mythology surrounding nine figures who attempted to alter American history, blending dark humor, sharp commentary, and unforgettable music. Gay Desert Guide theatre reviewer Stephen Radosh says “Assassins is one of those rare musicals that manages to be unsettling, darkly funny, and unexpectedly moving all at once.” Read his full review and Get tickets
One Man, Two Guvnors
CVRep presents the riotous comedy One Man, Two Guvnors, running through Sunday, February 1. This adaptation of a classic farce follows the endlessly hungry Francis Henshall (Peter Fanone), who takes on two jobs—while desperately trying to keep his bosses from discovering each other. With sharp wit, physical comedy and songs by Grant Olding, this fast‑paced production delivers a joyful tangle of mistaken identities, near‑misses and escalating chaos that keeps audiences laughing from start to finish. Our theatre reviewer Stephen Radosh says “Peter Fanone delivers a performance with enough wattage to light up the entire valley.” Read his full review and Get tickets
Camp Morning Wood
Camp Morning Wood is making its west coast premiere, presented by the new PRISM Theater at The 4707 for a run that continues through Sunday, March 22. Fresh from its Off‑Broadway success, this bold and irreverent musical follows a newly engaged couple who unexpectedly land at a gay nudist camp, setting the stage for cheeky comedy, lively songs and outrageous choreography. Get tickets
Dispersion of Light
Desert Ensemble Theatre unveils the world premiere of Dispersion of Light at the Palm Springs Cultural Center from January 23–February 1. Written by Rich Rubin and directed by Jerome Elliott Moskowitz, this new work offers a vivid, emotionally charged portrait of Georgia O’Keeffe and Alfred Stieglitz, capturing the artistic fire, tension, and creative force that defined their legendary partnership. It’s an evocative, visually rich theatrical experience from the playwright behind Kafka’s Joke. Get tickets
Don McLean
On Friday, January 30 at 8 pm, The Plaza Theatre welcomes Don McLean, the iconic singer‑songwriter whose timeless classic “American Pie” remains a touchstone of American music. With more than five decades of storytelling behind him, McLean brings heartfelt lyrics, warm vocals, and a legacy of folk‑rock artistry to an intimate evening that celebrates a career still resonating across generations. Get tickets
Collective Soul
Collective Soul storms into The Show at Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa Rancho Mirage on Friday, January 30 at 8 pm, delivering the southern‑rooted rock sound that has defined their three‑decade career. Fans can expect a powerful set packed with classics like “Shine,” “December,” and “The World I Know,” along with newer favorites that showcase the band’s evolving edge. Get tickets
Six The Musical – Teen Edition
Musical Theatre University brings the international phenomenon SIX to the Helene Galen Performing Arts Center for three performances: Friday and Saturday, January 30 & 31 at 7:30 pm, and Sunday, February 1 at 2 pm. Join the “original real housewives” of Henry VIII as they reclaim their stories in a fierce, funny, pop‑concert musical packed with attitude, wit, and show‑stopping vocals. With a cast of rising young performers delivering all the energy that made SIX a global sensation, this is one of the most entertaining nights you’ll spend in the theatre this year. Get tickets
