Palm Springs LGBTQ+ anniversary and arts programming

The Palm Springs community is preparing for various LGBTQ+ celebrations and honors centered around the 40th anniversary of Pride in the region.

The Palm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus announced its 2026–2027 concert season at the Plaza Theatre, which includes a holiday production in December 2026 and a disco tribute in April 2027. Alongside these performances, Greater Palm Springs Pride named several 2026 Pride Honors Award recipients, including André Chambers for the Spirit of Pride Award and Andy Wysocki and Bill Sanderson for the Business of Pride Award.

Further details regarding the 40th Anniversary Pride Parade, scheduled for November 8, 2026, under the theme ‘Be Included’, have been released. Comedian Fortune Feimster will serve as National Grand Marshal and is scheduled to perform her show, ‘Fortune Feimster: Takin’ Care of Biscuits (Encore),’ at the Plaza Theatre. Cheyenne Jackson will act as Celebrity Grand Marshal and is set to perform at the McCallum Theatre. Other recognitions include Marshall Pearcy as Pride Royalty for Life and Gary Moline with the Community Service Award.

The full anniversary celebration is scheduled for November 6–8, 2026, in downtown Palm Springs and the Arenas District. Announced headliners for the festivities include recording artist Aubrey O’Day and the Nashville-based country supergroup The Cowgays. The three-day event will feature live music, drag performances, and DJs across three stages.