Palm Springs Pride Parade

Palm Springs Pride Parade sends floats, marching groups, and civic contingents south along Palm Canyon Drive in the emotional center of Pride weekend. More than a hundred entries make the Sunday-morning route a moving, high-spirited way to see the city turn out together.

Why go

• Lots to watch: More than a hundred parade entries keep the procession changing from block to block.
• Open to everyone: The parade is free and family-friendly, making it easy to join without a ticket.
• Pride’s centerpiece: This is the main communal moment of the weekend, with floats, marchers, and civic groups sharing the route.

What to expect

Find a place along Palm Canyon Drive and settle in for a southbound procession that begins in the Uptown Design District and continues to Amado Road. The format is classic parade viewing: a curbside crowd, entries arriving in sequence, and a mix of floats, marching groups, and civic contingents. The mood is celebratory but also communal, with families and visitors gathering in public space to mark Pride together. Because the parade takes place in the morning, it offers a bright, street-level contrast to evening events and makes an easy anchor for the day in central Palm Springs.

Know before you go

• Claim curb space by 09:00 if you want a front-row view.
• The parade travels south from the Uptown Design District to Amado Road, so choose your viewing area with the route in mind.
• Bring sun protection and water for morning time outdoors on Palm Canyon Drive.