A Walk for LGBTQ+ visibility, rights, and the ongoing journey toward full equality. 

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Join us for the Pride Walk on Saturday, October 17, as we unite for LGBTQ+ visibility, rights, and the ongoing fight for full equality. Together, we’ll champion justice and promote equity for everyone. Your involvement ensures that the November Pride Festival remains free and accessible. Whether you solo, form a team, or donate, stand with us to amplify our voices and spark a movement!

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Event Details & Schedule

• Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026

• Location: Arenas District, Downtown Palm Springs

• Schedule:

  • 7:00 a.m. — Registration Opens

  • 8:00 a.m. — Warm-Up & Kickoff Remarks

  • 8:30 a.m. — Walk Begins (followed by the Arenas District Block Party)

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The walk kicks off in the Arenas District, takes us through downtown Palm Springs, and returns to the Arenas District for music, food, drinks, and a fantastic celebration.

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• Live Entertainment:  by the Desert Winds Freedom Band, A Cabbello, and the Flaggers of the Desert.

• Energy Zones: Beat the heat at the Blue Zones Water Stop and dance through the route at the DJ Dance Zone.

• Celebrity Emcees: KESQ News Channel 3 personalities Peter Daut and Sandie Newton kick off the walk.

• Post-Walk Block Party: Return to Arenas District for food, drinks, live DJs, and community connection.