Drag shows are more than just entertainment; they are an artistic revolution. They have played a pivotal role in championing LGBTQ+ rights, challenging gender norms, and promoting inclusivity. Palm Springs celebrates the influential power of drag by designating itself as a “Drag Sanctuary City,” ensuring that this vibrant art form thrives.
Given the increasingly hostile political climate, it is now more critical than ever to advocate for inclusivity and honor drag artists. Drag shows welcome everyone, offering an extraordinary experience beyond the queer community. Remember, applause isn’t enough; show your support by tipping these fabulous queens, whether digitally or in person, to acknowledge their artistry.
In Palm Springs, the nightlife is always alive with hair, heels, and attitude. For the latest listings, check out the Nightlife section of GayDesertGuide.lgbt. There’s drag to be found just about every day of the week!
Monday: The Ace Hotel and Swim Club has Monday Night Bingo with Bella da Ball at 7 pm in King’s Highway Restaurant. Toucans Tiki Lounge kicks off the week with a fabulous shot of mayhem with Mayhem Monday hosted by Mayhem Miller at 8 pm.
Wednesday: On the 4th Wednesday of the month, Playoffs Sports Lounge in Desert Hot Springs brings you Rainbow Drag Trivia at 7 pm and Hunters Nightclub has Drag Me 2 Bingo with Miss Rusty Waters and/or Alexa Steal at 6 pm.
Thursday: one eleven bar has High-Def with Norma Lee High showcasing the freshest talent in Palm Springs at 9 pm. Over at Toucans, they have some of the most amazing queens slaying the stage at Slayhouse Thursday starting at 6 pm. Club SIRocco has Fierce & Fabulous Thursdays, hosted by Jazmyn Simone with doors open at 9 pm. Finally, the third Thursday of each month is Drag Thursday at Streetbar from 6–8 pm.
Friday: The first drag brunch of the weekend is Friday at The Saguaro with PS Drag Brunch with Rosemary Galore at 10 am and 2 pm. That evening, voted Best Drag Show in SoCal – Vanity’s Doll Haus takes over one eleven bar on Friday at 9 pm, while Jazmyn Simone, “The People’s Queen,” brings Lips, Looks & Lashes to Toucans at 8:30 pm.
Saturday: The Saguaro offers Drag Brunch hosted by Jasmine Masters, Saturdays at Noon, Reforma Palm Springs throws a wild, interactive, and delicious themed drag brunch, while Trio Restaurant has Drag Brunch Divas, both at 11 am. Chill Bar has Not Your Grandma’s Bingo with host Sabryna Williams at 12:30 with GoGo dance numbers by the boys. Over at Oscar’s Downtown Palm Springs, their Bitchiest Brunch is hosted by Lawanda Jackson at 11 am. At Hotel Zoso it’s Bingo Night with Angelique VaGorgeous from 8–9 pm. One eleven bar presents Bingo with The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence with host Penny Pasta on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month and Anita Bingo with Anita Rose every other Saturday from 6–8 pm followed by a rotating drag show at 9 pm. Also Saturday night: Toucans has Kickxyland with Kickxy Vixen at 8 and 10 pm.
Sunday: Anita Rose hosts even more Bitchiest Brunch at Oscar’s at 10 am and 1 pm, and at one eleven bar presents alternating Sundays at noon: Original Desert Divas Drag Brunch hosted by Vanity Halston or ICONIC Sundays Drag Brunch with Morgan McMichaels. Chill Bar serves up their Amazing Sundays Drag Brunch at 11 am and Boozehounds gets into the drag brunch scene with Sunday Tea N’ Shade with Sabryna Williams and The Lunchettes at 2 pm. The Saguaro again presents Drag Brunch with Jasmine Masters at Noon. The Roost is home to Bingo at Ethyl’s Place on select Sundays with the ever-gorgeous Ethylina Canne. Toucans presents SoCal’s legendary drag spectacular The Dreamgirls Revue with a different cast every Sunday at 7 pm, one eleven bar presents Vanity’s Drag Star Challenge at 8 pm, and Hunters presents their Risqué Drag Revue hosted by Miss Rusty Waters at 9:30 pm.
Check out our Hot Deals page to find discounts on food and drinks at many venues. Get out those dollar bills, hunty, and enjoy live entertainment.
Please note these shows are subject to change. We suggest you confirm with the venue’s website and/or Facebook page for the latest information.