Elenor Roosevelt is quoted as saying “Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people”. I’ll add to that by saying “All minds talk about the weather”, and we’ve had our share this winter!
This is certainly not the norm for the destination that boasts over 350 days of sunshine. The low snow levels, high winds and rain have made many an event planner shiver and recoil to an indoor safe haven this week.
We’re monitoring contingency plans for IBC Pool Parties, Modernism events like “Boots On Arenas” and more. Stay up to date by tuning in to KGAYPalmSprings.com or on air at 106.5 FM for updates. Soon, this cold snap will be a distant memory and “all minds” will be focused on the heat. Mother Nature, you just can’t win!
This Weekend in #ILoveGayPalmSprings
February 24–26, 2023
We’re keeping you updated on the weekend’s Top Events: International Bear Convergence (IBC), Boots on Arenas Street Party, “Luck Be a Lady” L-Fund Gala, Modernism Week wraps up, Black History Month Parade & Town Fair, Peaches & Heklina’s High School Reunion, ‘Don’t Worry Darling’ Palm Springs Retro Style, ‘Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man,’ ‘Once,’ ‘The Mousetrap,’ McCormick’s Exotic Car Auction, ‘Get On Your Feet’ at the McCallum…and much more!
IBC 2023 is a full weekend of “Fun, Frolic & Fur” at Hotel Zoso. This premier winter event for the Bear community welcomes thousands of frisky bears, muscle bears, cubs, chasers, chubs, admirers & their fans to have the time of their lives. 2022 broke all previous attendance records and in 2023 they expect to do it again. With daily pool parties, speed dating, hot DJs, a Bear Heat late-night party with a live performance by CeCe Peniston, Hungry Bear Drag Brunch, and The Dirty Show with Skyler Gentry, the weekend is packed with things to do and we’ve got the run-down on our event page: More info
Boots on Arenas
Modernism Week presents this street party celebration honoring Nancy Sinatra on Saturday, February 25 from 4:30–5:30 pm, rain or shine! Pull out your miniskirts and go-go boots and set your 60s bombshell hair, then walk on down to Arenas Road for a celebration with Nancy Sinatra and the Modernism Week double decker bus. Bella da Ball will cruise down Arenas Road for the ultimate dance celebration of These Boots are Made for Walkin‘, Modernism Week’s penultimate night street party! More info
The L-Fund Gala
Join the the L-Fund for their 10th Anniversary “Luck Be a Lady” L-Fund Gala on Saturday, February 25, from 5–9 pm at the Margaritaville Resort. This red-carpet event supports cis & trans Lesbians in the Coachella Valley. With dinner, dancing, and gambling (poker, blackjack, craps, roulette), plus a silent auction and raffle prizes for casino winners. Entertainment by Elaine Gibbs and band. 2023 honorees include: Jill Hingston, PhD, LMFT, Rhonda Ceccato, and Kim Kieler. Get tickets
We have a featured Hot Deal for savings at The Purple Room this week. Plus we have deals at V Wine Lounge, Il Giardino, Grand Central, Hunters Nightclub, Monster Shakes, Desert Mischief, Jolene’s, Rick’s, Lulu California Bistro, Trevor Wayne Pop Art, Destination PSP, Willie’s Modern Fareand more!
Townie Bagels is located in the Warm Sands neighborhood in Palm Springs, so all you visiting bears in town for IBC this weekend, come on down to Townie and start your day with classic water-boiled bagels! Their old-school methods produce the shiny, malted, chewy crust that only a boiled bagel will have. Also serving coffee & espresso drinks, breakfast and sandwiches. Learn more
Alcazar Palm Springs is a 34-room boutique hotel located in the middle of the bustling Uptown Design District. They offer European style complimentary espresso/coffee, fresh juice and morning pastries, luxurious beds with super soft Italian linens, private patios, fireplaces, mountain views, and more. Enjoy this lush and relaxing modern oasis, and head down a short path to enjoy world-renowned restaurants Cheeky’s, Birba, Mr. Lyons and Seymour’s. Learn more
International Bear Convergence (IBC)
Boots on Arenas
rain or shine! 
Pull out your miniskirts and go-go boots and set your 60s bombshell hair, then walk on down to Arenas Road for a celebration with Nancy Sinatra and the Modernism Week double decker bus. Bella da Ball will cruise down Arenas Road for the ultimate dance celebration of These Boots are Made for Walkin‘, Modernism Week’s penultimate night street party! 
The L-Fund Gala
