Top 5 Things To Do in Palm Springs This Weekend Pride Edition: For Bachelorettes, Besties, & Ladies Who Love to Leisure

By Indi LaRoux

Happy Pride, Palm Springs!

The desert is officially sparkling — the vibes are loud, the drinks are strong, and the outfits are giving main character energy. Whether you’re celebrating love, friendship, or just living your best life in the desert heat, this weekend is packed with iconic moments waiting to happen.

Grab your glitter, your girlfriends, and your SPF 50 — here are the Top 5 Things To Do in Palm Springs This Weekend (Pride Edition, baby).

1. Pride Kick-Off Party @ Oscar’s Palm Springs

Thursday, Nov 6 | 9PM–? | $5 drink specials first hourStart your Pride weekend with a bang (and a bass drop). Superstar DJ RockStar Aaron is bringing the heat at Oscar’s, and it’s the perfect excuse to debut your loudest, proudest outfit. Expect high energy, killer remixes, and the kind of crowd that screams “shot o’clock” every hour.

Squad Tip: Hydrate. Glitter responsibly. Make new friends in the bathroom line — it’s practically a Pride tradition.

2. Pop-Up Dance Classes @ 29 Palms

Thursday, Nov 6 | 6:15PM & 7:30PM | $25 one / $40 both | @popup_danceclassGet those hips ready before you hit the parade. The desert’s fave dance pop-up is hosting back-to-back classes so you can unleash your inner pop star.

Squad Tip: DM them on Insta to sign up. Bring your bestie, film your routine, and prepare to go viral.

3. Wet T-Shirt Contest @ Hunters Palm Springs

Saturday, Nov 8 | Sign-ups 3PM | Contest 4:45PMHydration, but make it competitive. Hunters’ outdoor lounge is serving reality-show-level chaos — LED lights, DJs, prizes ($200 for first place ), and all the Pride heat you can handle.

Squad Tip: Don’t forget your sunnies — and your confidence. Even if you’re just spectating, it’s prime people-watching territory.

4. “That Totally 80’s Party” @ Canopy Wine Lounge

Saturday, Nov 8 | @canopywinelounge for tix“Like, OMG.” Pull out your neon, tease your hair, and dance like it’s 1989. The Canopy Wine Lounge is throwing an 80’s bash so nostalgic you’ll feel like you stepped into a music video.

Squad Tip: Channel your inner Madonna or Prince. Bonus points for coordinating outfits with your crew — group aesthetics are a love language.

5. Palm Springs Pride Parade @ Palm Canyon Drive

Sunday, Nov 9 | 10AM | Downtown Palm SpringsThe main event, the moment, the vibe. The Palm Springs Pride Parade is where the desert turns into a rainbow runway. Expect queens, DJs, dancers, and pure joy radiating from every corner.

Squad Tip: Bring a folding fan, a mimosa, and your loudest cheering voice. Post up early for the best views and photos — trust, your Stories will thank you.

Final Word from Squad:

This weekend isn’t just a celebration — it’s a state of mind. From poolside parties to parade magic, Palm Springs is glowing brighter than ever. So whether you’re here with your bridal squad, your ride-or-dies, or your chosen fam — cheers to love, leisure, and legendary memories.

Happy Pride, Palm Springs! 

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.