Top 6 Things to Do in Palm Springs This Weekend July 10-July 13, 2026: Escape Reality Like It's Your Full-Time Job

Let's be honest. The emails can wait. The laundry isn't going anywhere. And whatever chaos is happening online? Not your problem this weekend. Palm Springs is serving pure escapism, and frankly, it's cheaper than buying a one-way ticket to Europe.

Whether your idea of escaping involves drag queens, dancing, surfing under the stars, or getting emotionally wrecked by an indie film (in the best way), here's your official permission slip to disappear for a few days.

1. Go Full Furry at Fur Fridays

Friday, July 10 | Hunters Palm Springs | Starts at 4 p.m.

Nothing says "I'm leaving reality behind" quite like kicking off the weekend with DJ Rene spinning beats at Fur Fridays. Grab a cocktail, find a shady spot, and let the weekend officially begin. Your out-of-office email practically writes itself.

2. Laugh Until You Forget Your Problems at Prism Theater

Friday & Saturday | Book of Merman + Making Porn

Why settle for one show when you can escape into two? Prism Theater is serving a double feature with Book of Merman and Making Porn—two hilarious productions guaranteed to replace your stress with uncontrollable laughter. Check Prism Theater's Instagram for showtimes and details.

3. Get Low with Too Short at REFORMA

Saturday, July 11

Hip-hop legend Too Short is pulling up to REFORMA Palm Springs, and let's just say your Spotify playlist is about to come to life. If dancing until your feet file a formal complaint sounds like your kind of therapy, this is the move.

4. Trade the Pool Float for a Surfboard

Saturday, July 11 | Night Swim at Palm Springs Surf Club

Swimming after dark? Elite behavior. Palm Springs Surf Club is turning up the vibes with Night Swim, where glowing pools, waves, music, and summer energy collide. It's basically summer camp... except everyone has better cocktails.

5. Enter Your Drag Era at Kickxy Land

Saturday, July 11 | Toucans | Doors Open at 7 p.m.

RuPaul's Drag Race icon Ongina is guest hosting Kickxy Land, so expect big performances, bigger personalities, and enough glitter to be finding it in your suitcase next month. This is the kind of night that turns into "Remember when..." stories before you've even made it home.

6. Escape to the Azores Without Leaving Palm Springs

Sunday, July 12 | Festival Theaters | 7 p.m.

Need something a little softer to close out the weekend? Catch Honeyjoon, followed by a Q&A with writer-director Lilian Mehrel. The film follows June and her Persian-British mother, Lela, as they journey through the breathtaking Azores Islands while navigating grief, unexpected adventures, awkward flirtations, surfer wisdom, and the beautiful messiness of family. It's heartfelt, funny, and the kind of cinematic escape that lingers long after the credits roll.

This weekend, don't just make plans—make an escape. Palm Springs has already handled the itinerary. All you have to do is show up, say yes to something unexpected, and pretend Monday doesn't exist for at least 48 glorious hours.

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.