Top 5 Things To Do in Palm Springs This Weekend February 20-22, 2026

Next Top Model Edition: Because We Deserve Better, Babe

By Indi Laroux

So you watched the Netflix Next Top Model documentary and now you’re spiraling. The smizing. The trauma. The “really, bitch?” of it all.

If Tyra had you clutching your emotional support lip gloss and questioning every high school yearbook photo, it’s time for a reset.

Welcome to Palm Springs—where the lighting is always golden hour, the vibes are immaculate, and no one is eliminating you for having a personality.

This weekend? We’re reclaiming main-character energy. We’re doing it for the girls, the gays, and the theys. Let’s go.

1. The Party Starts on Arenas

At Hunters Palm Springs – Friday, February 20, 2026

If you’re not strutting down Arenas in a look, what are you even doing?

DJ Ray Rhodes is spinning the kind of dance grooves that make you forget every bad haircut you’ve ever had. Located at 302 E Arenas Rd, this is your official “I am not going home early” headquarters.

Hunters is sweaty. It’s sparkly. It’s chaotic in the best way. It’s giving: post-runway meltdown but make it hot.

Hydrate. Flirt responsibly. Or irresponsibly. We don’t judge.

2. Atomic Cocktail Party

At PS HomeBoys – Saturday, February 21, 2026 | 12–4 PM

Midcentury modern but make it martinis.

From 12–4 PM, PS HomeBoys transforms into a retro fever dream with their Atomic Cocktail Party. Think chilled cocktails. Think space-age furniture. Think wallpaper that screams “I own three statement caftans and I’m not afraid to use them.”

Located at 100 S. Indian Canyon, this is where design girls and cocktail girls collide. It’s giving Don Draper’s Palm Springs cousin—but make her queer and emotionally evolved.

Sip. Shop. Post. Repeat.

3. Yoga & Sound Bowls

At The Joint PRC – Saturday, February 21, 2026 | 10–11:30 AM

Because balance, babe.

After Friday night’s Arenas cardio, you’ll need grounding. A yoga flow followed by healing sound bowls at The Joint PRC (35871 Date Palm Drive in Cathedral City) is exactly how you reset your nervous system—and your group chat drama.

It’s soft girl era meets desert goddess awakening.

You’ll leave floating. Or at least slightly less feral.

4. Drag Bingo Chaos

At Hotel Zoso – Friday & Saturday, February 20–21, 2026 | 8–9 PM

Angelique VaGorgeous hosts Drag Bingo every Friday and Saturday night, and honestly? This is the kind of competition we support.

It’s bingo—but loud. It’s prizes—but shady. It’s downtown Palm Springs energy but with rhinestones and better lashes than you.

If you wanted reality TV drama without the emotional scarring, this is it. Bring singles. Bring sass. Bring your loudest friend.

5. Palm Springs Wives Drag Brunch

At Reforma Palm Springs – Sunday, February 22, 2026 | 11 AM & 2 PM

Brunch, but make it Housewives cinematic universe.

Reforma is hosting Palm Springs Wives Drag Brunch featuring none other than Whitney Rose from The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, hosted by Epiphany Kali. Yes, meet-and-greets are available. Yes, you are 21+. Yes, this is your moment.

Two seatings: 11 AM and 2 PM.Dress like you’re about to flip a table but in a chic way.

RSVP via @reformaps before it sells out because the dolls do not wait.

Final Thoughts: No More Eliminations

This weekend in Palm Springs is about collaboration, not competition. It’s about celebrating your friends, your fits, your fun. No panel of judges. No harsh critiques. Just desert sunshine, drag queens, cocktails, and dance floors that don’t care if you can walk in six-inch heels.

The only thing getting cut this weekend? Your toxic ex.

Now pack the lip gloss and go be iconic.

About the Author

Born and bronzed under the Palm Springs sun, Indi LaRoux is the desert’s ultimate vibe curator and Squad’s go-to events writer. A Gen Z nepo baby with a flair for vintage glam and chaotic good energy, she’s been skipping red carpets in favor of underground DJ sets since high school. Whether it’s a poolside art pop-up or a moonlit cactus rave, Indie’s got the guest list—and the gossip—before anyone else.