Palm Springs Gay Bars & Clubs

Even though it's in the desert, there's no shortage of gay bars in Palm Springs. If you're looking for the best drinking holes and clubs, head to Arenas Road by the corner of South Indian Drive. An assortment is sprinkled elsewhere in the city, but the highest concentration of Palm Springs gay bars and clubs exist here!

Hunters Nightclub may be the city's most popular bar. This long-standing joint always has DJs spinning lively Top 40 hits, various sexy theme nights, and happy hours that keep you far past sunset.

Another Palm Springs staple is Toucans Tiki Lounge. On top of having a delicious menu of tropical-themed drinks, the bar has the best drag shows in town on a Sunday. Formerly known as Spurline, QUADZ is a lively video bar that always has its crowds singing, whether it's the newest music video or an old show tune.

More gay bars in Palm Springs

For a more relaxed gay bar in Palm Springs, the aptly named Chill Bar never disappoints. Its friendly and welcoming patrons make it a perfect place to meet locals. It also has one of the most popular karaoke nights in the city.

RetroRoom Lounge pays tribute to Palm Springs' famous past with old Hollywood glamor decor. The bar is known for its incredibly friendly bartenders, who always know how to get the party going.

Alternative gay Palm Springs

The Barracks is the valley's classic leather and fetish bar, only ten minutes from downtown Palm Springs in Cathedral City. Visitors who are used to The Eagle chain of national bars will love the kinkier crowd and leather dress code.

Another alternative favorite is the Toolshed, a Levis/leather bar often with go-go boys dancing while DJs play house and techno. Sunday's beer bust is popular, as is Thursday's underwear party.