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2025 Palm Springs Pride Weekend: "Be Heard" – A Celebration of Resilience, Joy, and Community
Post Date:11/04/2025 2:25 PM
WHAT: Greater Palm Springs Pride presents four days of FREE events, including the Arenas Road Block Party, Día de la Reina, Pride Festival, and Pride Parade, celebrating LGBTQ+ visibility, resilience, and the ongoing fight for equality. Presenting Sponsor - The City of Palm Springs.
WHEN: November 6-9, 2025
THEME: "Be Heard"
WHO: Ron deHarte, President and CEO, Palm Springs Pride
Jasmine Sullivan-Waits, Executive Director, Palm Springs Pride
Jasmine Sullivan-Waits, Executive Director, Palm Springs Pride
COMPLETE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
November 5, 2025 - Official Unfurling of the Rainbow Flag -10:00 AM – 10:30 AM - Jerry Stergios Building, 1150 N Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 The official launch of Pride Week with the annual unfurling of the Rainbow Flag from the Stergios Tower at Desert Regional Medical Center. Admission: Free Event
November 6, 2025 - Día de la Reina 2025 - 5:00 PM – 10:30 PM - Arenas District Pride Stage, 302 E Arenas Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 The 14th annual Pride Week opening Block Party event celebrating the Queens and Kings of Palm Springs with food, live music, and entertainment.
Admission: Free Event
November 6, 2025 - Sunset Music & Comedy Festival | Day 1 -7:00 PM Cascade Lounge Agua Caliente Casino, 401 E Amado Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Divas of the Desert: A Roberta Flack Homecoming—an intimate, soul-stirring tribute hosted by Sweet Baby J'ai.
Admission: Ticketed Tickets: https://www.sunsetmusic.org/
November 6, 2025 - Sordid Lives 25th Anniversary Benefit Screening - 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM Palm Springs Cultural Center, 2300 E Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Fundraiser screening with costume contest and Q&A with creator Del Shores and Emerson Collins.
Admission: Ticketed Tickets: https://www.delshoresfoundation.org/
November 6-16, 2025 - Palm Canyon Theatre presents "Priscilla, Queen of the Desert." Bursting with iconic pop hits, outrageous costumes, and a big heart, "Priscilla Queen of the Desert" celebrates friendship, perseverance, and the power of being true to yourself. Come along as the longest-running producing theatre company in the valley takes three drag queens on a one-of-a-kind bus through the Australian outback!
On Friday, November 7th, PCT is extending the fun with an Exclusive VIP Reception, beginning at 6:30 p.m. and the Performance at 7:30 p.m. This Ultimate Pride Celebration includes: VIP Lanyard for exclusive access to a delightful pre-show reception featuring light bites and complimentary drinks. Intermission includes desserts, followed by a cast "Meet and Greet" after the show.
The Exclusive VIP Reception Ticket is an optional $40 “Add-On” and does not include admission to the show. A $46 ticket to the November 7th performance must be purchased prior to adding the optional VIP Reception at checkout.
Admission: Ticketed Add-On
The Exclusive VIP Reception Ticket is an optional $40 “Add-On” and does not include admission to the show. A $46 ticket to the November 7th performance must be purchased prior to adding the optional VIP Reception at checkout.
Admission: Ticketed Add-On
Tickets: palmcanyontheatre.org.
November 7, 2025 - Mark Hunter Walk of Stars Ceremony - 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM- Hunters Palm Springs, 302 E Arenas Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Community leader and nightclub owner Mark Hunter receives the 481st Star on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars, honoring over 40 years of service to the LGBTQ+ community.
Admission: Free Event - RSVP: https://www.pspride.org/event-details-registration/mark-hunter-walk-of-stars-ceremony-1/form
Admission: Free Event - RSVP: https://www.pspride.org/event-details-registration/mark-hunter-walk-of-stars-ceremony-1/form
November 7, 2025 - Arenas District Official Block Party 2025- 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM- Arenas District, E Arenas Rd & Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Signature Pride Weekend event featuring DJs all night and the biggest free LGBTQ+ street party in Palm Springs.
Admission: Free Event
Admission: Free Event
November 7, 2025 - Picnic on Palm Canyon - 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Food, Drinks, Music Palm Canyon Dr from Amado to Andreas, N Palm Canyon Dr & W Amado Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Massive street party featuring free rides Friday on a 100-foot Ferris Wheel, street food vendors, live music, and cold drinks.
Admission: Free Event
Admission: Free Event
November 7, 2025 - INTERFAITH PRIDE KABBALAT SHABBAT 2025 - 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM- United Methodist Church of Palm Springs, 1555 E Alejo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Pluralistic Welcoming of the Sabbath prayer service led by local clergy, open to people of all faith communities and beliefs.
Admission: Free Event
Admission: Free Event
November 7, 2025 - Sunset Music & Comedy Festival | Day 2- 7:00 PM- Palm Springs Cultural Center, 2300 E Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Two Roads: From Roots to Broadway, starring Tony-nominated jazz legend Ann Hampton Callaway, Grammy-nominated Amythyst Kiah, and comedy favorite Jason Stuart.
November 8, 2025 - Palm Springs Pride 5K Run & Walk 2025 - 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM - Palm Springs, W Chino Dr & Belardo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Hosted by Palm Springs Front Runners and Walkers, this scenic 3.1-mile course through historic Old Las Palmas benefits LGBTQ+ non-profit organizations.
Admission: $40 (until Oct. 15), $45 (after Oct. 15); includes T-shirt and commemorative medal - MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE -
Registration: https://www.palmspringspriderun.com/
Admission: $40 (until Oct. 15), $45 (after Oct. 15); includes T-shirt and commemorative medal - MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE -
Registration: https://www.palmspringspriderun.com/
November 8, 2025 - Recovery Oasis 2025 - 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (continues November 9, 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM) - Recovery Oasis, E Arenas Rd & S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262- Welcoming space for sobriety fun celebrating LGBTQ+ community members in recovery, presented by Sunny Dunes Clubhouse.
Admission: Free Event
Admission: Free Event
November 8, 2025 - Pool Party at Palm Springs Surf Club - 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM - Palm Springs Surf Club Amphitheater Pool, 1500 S Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs, CA 92264 Adults-only official Pride pool party featuring live DJ, lazy river, island pool, and high-energy entertainment. Admission: $25 per person; Ages 21+ only
Tickets: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/palmspringssurfclub/items/671699/calendar/2025/11/?flow=1165542&full-items=yes
November 8- 9, 2025 - Children's Headquarters (CHQ)- 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM (continues November 9, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM) - Presented by the City of Palm Springs and hosted by Safe Schools Desert Cities. 1 block west of Palm Canyon, Museum Wy & N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Playful space for infants to pre-teens featuring arts, crafts, games, complimentary snacks, nap area, restroom, and diaper-changing station.
November 8- 9, 2025 - Children's Headquarters (CHQ)- 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM (continues November 9, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM) - Presented by the City of Palm Springs and hosted by Safe Schools Desert Cities. 1 block west of Palm Canyon, Museum Wy & N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Playful space for infants to pre-teens featuring arts, crafts, games, complimentary snacks, nap area, restroom, and diaper-changing station.
Admission: Free Event
November 8-9, 2025 - Youth Zone -11:00 AM – 5:00 PM - Palm Springs Pride Festival, Museum Wy & N Palm Canyon Dr (Market Street between Museum Way and Andreas Rd, Graffiti Park), Palm Springs, CA 92262 Exclusive hub for LGBTQ+ youth ages 14-21 featuring entertainment, free food and drinks, games, dancing, confidential testing, and safe sex information.
November 8-9, 2025 - Youth Zone -11:00 AM – 5:00 PM - Palm Springs Pride Festival, Museum Wy & N Palm Canyon Dr (Market Street between Museum Way and Andreas Rd, Graffiti Park), Palm Springs, CA 92262 Exclusive hub for LGBTQ+ youth ages 14-21 featuring entertainment, free food and drinks, games, dancing, confidential testing, and safe sex information.
Admission: Free Event
November 8, 2025 - CCBC Rainbow Splash Pool Party- 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM - CCBC Resort, 68-300 Gay Resort Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234 Clothing-optional day of sunshine, music, and fun featuring DJ Bobby poolside plus dining and drinks at Runway.
Admission: $45 in advance + Eventbrite fee, $55 at the door
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ps-pride-weekend-rainbow-splash-pool-party-tickets-1139358715589
Admission: $45 in advance + Eventbrite fee, $55 at the door
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ps-pride-weekend-rainbow-splash-pool-party-tickets-1139358715589
November 8, 2025- Sunset Music & Comedy Festival | Day 3- 7:00 PM - Palm Springs Cultural Center, 2300 E Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Soul. Power. Feminism. Let the Revival Begin. Featuring Lady Blackbird, legendary activist Holly Near, and Southern comedy queen Vickie Shaw.
Admission: Ticketed
Tickets: https://www.sunsetmusic.org/
November 9, 2025 - EIGHT4NINE Restaurant & Lounge Champagne Brunch & Parade Party - 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM - 849 Restaurant & Lounge, 849 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Three-course plated brunch with Champagne and parade viewing; 10% of sales donated to Palm Springs Pride.
Admission: $54 per person plus tax and gratuity.
Reservations: 760-325-8490 or eight4nine.com
November 9, 2025 - Trio Pride Parade Party 2025 - 9:00 AM (Service until parade ends) - Trio Palm Springs, 707 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Brunch and parade viewing from the Trio Pride Patio along the parade route, with a portion of sales donated to Palm Springs Pride.
Reservations: 760-325-8490 or eight4nine.com
November 9, 2025 - Trio Pride Parade Party 2025 - 9:00 AM (Service until parade ends) - Trio Palm Springs, 707 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Brunch and parade viewing from the Trio Pride Patio along the parade route, with a portion of sales donated to Palm Springs Pride.
Admission: Brunch pricing; limited seatings
Reservations: 760.864.8746
Reservations: 760.864.8746
November 9, 2025 - Palm Springs Pride Parade - Starting at 9:30 AM - Historic Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA Two-hour parade featuring local organizations, activists, and themed floats along palm tree-lined streets with three official reviewing stands and emcee commentary.
Admission: Free Event
November 9, 2025 - Sunset Music & Comedy Festival | Day 4 - 10:00 AM - Palm Springs Pride Parade, N Palm Canyon Dr & E Tachevah Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 Goddess Groove March at the Palm Springs Pride Parade led by Pride Queen Holly Near, followed by an epic Pride T-Dance.
Admission: Ticketed
Tickets: https://www.sunsetmusic.org/
PRIDE FESTIVAL
Saturday, November 8 & Sunday, November 9, 2025
Location: Multiple downtown venues
Location: Multiple downtown venues
Saturday Schedule:
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Arenas District Stage: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM
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Palm Canyon Drive (between Amado and Baristo and side streets): 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
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100’ Ferris Wheel and DJ Stage at Palm Canyon and Amado: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
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Pride Community Stage at Tahquitz and Palm Canyon: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday Schedule:
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Arenas District Stage: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Palm Canyon Drive (between Amado and Baristo and side streets): 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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100’ Ferris Wheel and DJ Stage at Palm Canyon and Amado: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Pride Community Stage at Tahquitz and Palm Canyon: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
A street fair, a music festival, and a gathering place—the Pride Festival celebrates all that is LGBTQ+ in Palm Springs. Sip, sashay, and celebrate in several downtown Palm Springs open-air event venues.
Festival Features:
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Over 200 marketplace exhibitors
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LGBTQ+ artists performing live across multiple stages
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Children's Headquarters (CHQ) with games and crafts
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Youth Zone, hosted by Safe Schools Desert Cities and presented by the City of Palm Springs
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Non-profit organizations and advocacy groups
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Food and beverage vendors
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Health resources, vaccine clinics, and testing sites
PRIDE PARADE
Sunday, November 9, 2025
10:00 AM Step-Off
Route: Steps off on Palm Canyon Drive at Tachevah, travels south through downtown, ending at the entrance to the Pride Festival at Amado
10:00 AM Step-Off
Route: Steps off on Palm Canyon Drive at Tachevah, travels south through downtown, ending at the entrance to the Pride Festival at Amado
The colorful parade travels through palm tree-lined streets, with thousands of spectators gathering to cheer and support local organizations, activists, and themed floats along historic Palm Canyon Drive. The parade is expected to last two hours.
Parade Reviewing Stands:
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Parade Reviewing Stage: Hosted by Scott Nevins, TV Personality & Community Leader, located at E Granvia Valmonte and N Palm Canyon Drive (9:30 AM start)
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Broadcast Reviewing Stand: Near Eight4Nine Restaurant & Lounge at 849 N. Palm Canyon Drive, hosted by emcee Nicholas Snow
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KESQ live broadcast: Near Alejo and N Palm Canyon Drive
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Deaf Pride Reviewing Stand: North of Amado Road at N. Palm Canyon Drive, featuring sign language interpretation with first-come, first-served seating for the Deaf community
"BE HEARD": A MESSAGE OF RESILIENCE AND HOPE
In a time when LGBTQ+ voices face mounting challenges and our fundamental rights are under siege, the 2025 Palm Springs Pride theme "Be Heard" takes on profound significance. This is more than a celebration—it's a rallying cry, a declaration that our community will not be silenced, diminished, or erased.
"When we gather in Palm Springs for Pride, we're doing something revolutionary: we're claiming space, amplifying our stories, and refusing to hide," says Ron deHarte, President and CEO of Palm Springs Pride. "Every person who attends, every float in the parade, every performer on our stages—they're all saying the same thing: we exist, we matter, and we will be heard."
A Festival Born from Resistance
Palm Springs Pride is rooted in the legacy of those who courageously fought for equality and are no longer with us. As we sip, sashay, and celebrate, we honor the activists, artists, and everyday heroes who refused to live in the shadows. Their courage paved the way for this moment—and their spirit fuels our determination to keep pushing forward.
In 2025, as legislative attacks on LGBTQ+ rights escalate nationwide, Pride is not just a party. It's an act of defiance. It's proof that joy is a form of resistance, that visibility is a source of power, and that community is our greatest strength.
Inclusivity as Our Foundation
The festival's FREE admission ensures that Pride remains accessible to everyone, regardless of their economic circumstance. The Children's Headquarters and Youth Zone affirm our commitment to LGBTQ+ youth, sending a powerful message: you belong here, you are celebrated here, and your future is bright.
Palm Canyon Drive serves as a living testament to diversity, where people of all ages, backgrounds, and identities come together to celebrate authenticity and promote the cause of individual freedom for all.
Palm Springs: A Sanctuary of Pride
Known for its crystal blue skies and year-round sunshine, Palm Springs has long been a sanctuary for LGBTQ+ individuals. Palm Springs is home to some of the best LGBTQ+ bars, restaurants, and friendly businesses, making it a vibrant community where everyone can live their truth.
This Pride Weekend, we invite the world to experience what makes Palm Springs extraordinary: a place where diversity isn't just tolerated, it's celebrated and cherished. Where love isn't conditional, it's unconditional. And where our collective voice rings out loud and clear: we are here, we are queer, and we will be heard.
MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES
Throughout the Weekend:
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Photo and video opportunities at all stages and venues, and the new 65’ Landmark Pride Flagpole.
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100’ Ferris Wheel with free rides on Friday from 5-9 pm and $10 rides on Saturday and Sunday.
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Interviews with Ron deHarte, Jasmine Sullivan-Waits, performers, and community leaders
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Parade coverage with multiple vantage points along Palm Canyon Drive
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Festival atmosphere and community reactions
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Marketplace exhibitors and non-profit organizations
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Health and wellness initiatives
About Greater Palm Springs Pride:
Greater Palm Springs Pride is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community enhancement organization founded to promote the public education and awareness of individual rights and civil liberties of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community and to promote the history, diversity, and future prosperity of the Greater Palm Springs LGBTQ+ community. We strive to create a region where LGBTQ+ individuals can thrive and flourish. We support the most marginalized, advocate for equality and justice, and work to build a culturally rich LGBTQ+ community.
Greater Palm Springs Pride is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community enhancement organization founded to promote the public education and awareness of individual rights and civil liberties of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community and to promote the history, diversity, and future prosperity of the Greater Palm Springs LGBTQ+ community. We strive to create a region where LGBTQ+ individuals can thrive and flourish. We support the most marginalized, advocate for equality and justice, and work to build a culturally rich LGBTQ+ community.
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Media Contact:
Jasmine Sullivan-Waits
Executive Director, Palm Springs Pride
Email: jasmine@pspride.org
Executive Director, Palm Springs Pride
Email: jasmine@pspride.org
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