Below is a list of Palm Springs vibrant selection of gay bars, from lively dance clubs to relaxed lounges, and even a secret speakeasy, all catering to a diverse LGBTQ+ crowd.
Blackbook - Besides being a super-hip cocktail bar, with a perfect ‘people watching’ open patio, they also serve yummy bar food until 1 AM.
Happy Hour everyday 4-6 PM
Thursday 5-7 PM- Local Bear meet-up
760-832-8497
Chill - Modern hip dance club, with cute go-go boys and occasional drag celebrities, great patio looking out onto the street. A cool nightspot in the little Arenas Road gay bar neighborhood.
Wednesday 8-12 Karaoke
Saturday 12-3 PM -Bingo
Sunday 8-10 PM Drag Show
760-327-1079
Dick’s On Arenas - Formally the Eagle 501 Denim Bar, a small men’s watering hole on Arenas Rd. Great place to grab a drink, and chat with locals and tourists alike.
760-327-0753
Happy Hour Finder - This is a great list on Gay Desert Guide! It is only bars that pay to advertise on GDG, but still a very handy and comprehensive list of the different happy hours, days, and times.
Hunter’s - The self-proclaimed “center of gay nightlife” in Palm Springs, Hunters hosts numerous themed events throughout the week and late-night dancing on the weekends.
Wednesday 6 PM Drag Bingo
Thursday 9 PM Durbin’s Daddies
Fridays 5-7:30 PM Fur Fridays Happy Hour
Sunday 9:30 PM Drag Show
760-323-0700
One Eleven Bar - A relaxed cocktail lounge in Cathedral City that offers a warm, welcoming environment with weekly events, drag brunch, and frequent Rupaul Celebrity appearances.
Thirsty Thursdays ALL Day Happy Hour
Fridays 8 PM-midnight Karaoke
760-328-2900
Oscar’s Cafe & Bar - A local favorite that is known for a robust Cabaret calendar and very popular Sunday afternoon Tea Dance and a new Saturday night leather dance party called Bunker.
Sunday 4:30 PM 80s Tea-Dance
760-325-1188
Purple Room - The sophistication and glamour of the Rat Pack era come alive here, the desert’s premiere supper club. Live music Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. No Cover. Ticketed Shows are from Friday through Sunday.
760-322-4422
Quadz - Sister to the QUADZ bar in Las Vegas, fun social atmosphere.
Monday, Friday & Saturday 8-10 PM Broadway Show Tunes Videos
Thursday 9 PM- Karaoke
760-778-4326
Reforma - An interesting multi-use space, a delicious restaurant, a tapas bar that all becomes a nightclub until the late hours. Definitely worth checking out the events calendar for dance parties, drag brunch, special guest performers.
Streetbar - A “Low-Key” bar catering to a mature crowd who enjoy the bar’s cheap, strong drinks. Karaoke nights Sunday thru Wednesday and friendly staff make this a Palm Springs staple!
760-320-1266
The Barracks Bar - Named one of the top 25 fetish bars in the world by Alpha Tribe magazine, The Barracks Is the Desert’s Leather/Boot/Fetish destination.
Sundays 2 PM-2 AM Beer Bust
Regular DILF Parties
760-321-9688
The Evening Citizen - The Evening Citizen is a hidden speakeasy in the alley way behind Arenas Rd. The entrance is delightfully mysterious, with a dark façade and a single red light guiding you in. Once you step inside, you’re transported to a charmingly old-fashioned setting that’s dimly lit and full of character….if you can find it.
The Roost Lounge - Gay bar and video lounge in Cathedral City. A comfortable place with lots of atmosphere “to roost” and talk with friends and make new ones. Check the calendar for special events, drag bingo, local celebrity vocalist, and much more
Tuesdays 7:30 PM-11:30 PM Karaoke
Thursdays 6:00 PM-11:00 PM Show Tunes
760-507-8495
Tool Shed - The Tool Shed is known for its down-home, unpretentious, Levi/boots/leather vibe. through the entire week of different events, from bingo to beer bust. The calendar is worth checking out!
Wednesdays and Saturdays 12-3 PM Bingo
Thursdays 8 PM Underwear Night and Underwear Contest
760-320-3299
Toucan’s - Tiki Lounge is known for its high energy, diverse crowd, and multiple weekly drag shows, special events in the newly renovated space. Always worth checking out the calendar to see what is going on at Toucan’s!
Tryst - Dimly-lit dive bar on the cusp of Arenas Road, complete with pool, darts, cheap drinks, and heavy pours.
