Gay pride palm springs 2023

Parade draws thousands to city streets to celebrate Pride, support &#;Drag now. Drag forever&#; theme, honor LGBTQ+ community

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Thousands of attendees lined the mile-long parade route along Palm Canyon Drive for the annual Palm Springs Pride March on Sunday. More than organizations and businesses marched in the parade, which stretched from Tachevah Drive to East Amado Route, terminating at the Pride Festival street fair with outdoor DJs, booths, food, and drinks.

The crowd consisted of locals and out-of-towners, like Art Dupont and Jerry Kuehl, who traveled from Scottsdale, Ariz. The two had just met Ali Montano and Thomas Renau, who said they dwell “right up the road.”

It was the locals’ second pride since moving to Palm Springs full-time last year. They compared Palm Springs Pride to their previous hometown’s pride, noting they preferred the city’s more fun and homey atmosphere..

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“In San Francisco, Parade became super corporate,” Renau said. “We love the community aspect of Palm Springs.”

Dupont and Kuehl agreed. T

The complete guide to Greater Palm Springs Pride A calendar of key events

Ready for one of Palm Springs' biggest celebrations?

According to organizers, Greater Palm Springs Pride will movie , participants, making the event California's largest free Pride festival south of San Francisco.

Whether you can only swing by the celebration or you're making your schedule for a whole weekend of Pride events, we've got all the info you need in our Pride calendar below.

Wednesday, Nov. 1

Official unfurling of the rainbow flag

When/where: 10 a.m. at the Jerry Stergios Tower, N. Indian Canyon Thoroughfare, Palm Springs

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Cost: Free

What to expect: Impression the official launch of Pride week with the annual unfurling of the rainbow flag from the Stergios Tower at Desert Regional Medical Center.

Thursday, Nov. 2

Fiesta ¡Orgullo! First Palm Springs Latin Pride Block Party

When/where: 6 to 10 p.m. on Arenas Road between Indian Canyon Drive and North Calle Encilia

Cost: Free

What to expect: Join the fiesta in the Arenas District with

The 37th Annual Palm Springs Pride Parade

Drag Queen Trixie Mattel serves as Celebrity Drag grand Marshal for the Palm Springs Pride Parade on Nov 4 in Palm Springs Stephen Day

In a dazzling display of colors, love, and cohesion, Palm Springs hosted its annual Pride Parade on November 4, , turning the streets into a vibrant celebration of diversity and inclusivity. The event, which drew thousands of attendees from near and far, marked a joyous occasion for the Gay community and its allies.

Under the friendly desert sun, the procession kicked off at 10 a.m., weaving through the heart of downtown Palm Springs. Spectators lined the streets, waving rainbow flags and cheering on the diverse array of floats, performers, and marchers that made their way down Palm Canyon Drive.

This year's Pride Procession showcased a remarkable spectrum of creativity and voice, featuring participants from various organizations, businesses, and group groups. Local LGBTQ+ representation groups, schools, and corporate sponsors proudly joined the procession, demonstrating th

Greater Palm Springs Pride in Palm Springs 

Join us for Greater Palm Springs Pride This year&#x;s celebration will be under the empowering theme Be Heard. Our annual pride is a vibrant celebration of love, self-expression, and inclusion, bringing together diverse LGBTQ+ communities in a festive atmosphere. From lively parades to colorful street fairs, Greater Palm Springs Pride offers a variety of activities and events that honor personality and unity. Come and experience the joy and pride that make this celebration truly special!

Pride Procession Details and Parking

Join Greater Palm Springs on Sunday, November 9th at AM for the biggest event of all, the Queer Pride Parade! Expect vibrant themed floats, representations of LGBTQ heroes, and an abundance of fabulousness. The parade starts at the Uptown Design District and makes its way to the pride festival at Amado.

There is plenty of parking in the downtown area, but plan extra time as regular spots become scarce during the parade. Consider parking away from Palm Canyon Dr. at locations like the new Downtown P