Palm Springs Pride 5K Run & Walk 2023

The Palm Springs Pride 5K Run & Walk is on Saturday, November 4, 2023 through the beautiful Old Las Palmas neighborhood.

The race is proudly hosted by Palm Springs Front Runners & Walkers, a local chapter of International Frontrunners, an informal network of LGBTQ running groups around the world.

VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS

If you can't be here in person, you can participate virtually! Complete a 5K run or walk anytime between November 3-5, and share your photos on social media with #pspriderun. Due to mailing costs, we are unable to send t-shirts or medals to virtual participants.

RESULTS & AWARDS

A timing chip is attached to your race bib, so wear it throughout the race, keeping it visible and unobstructed.

Results are emailed shortly after the race and updated on our website. The top male, female, and non-binary finishers get an award. We also offer age group medals for top finishers in the following categories: Under 15, 16-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+.

REGISTRATION & PACKET PICKUP

• $40 online registration through November 1
• $40 no-shirt or $50 with shirt (while they last) for in-person registration on Nov 3
• $30 online registration for virtual participants
• $25 online or in-person registration for youth under 18

There is no registration on race morning, so please register in advance.

Proceeds from the Palm Springs Pride 5K Run & Walk benefit these organizations in 2023:

• The LGBTQ Community Center of The Desert ("The Center") - The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert provides an open and welcoming environment for all members of the LGBTQ+ family throughout the Coachella Valley. Through the inclusiveness of our individual lived experiences and collective power, we host community events, assistance programs, and various other forms of support in our efforts to create a loving community where everyone belongs. Come find YOUR community here at The Center.
• The Transgender Health and Wellness Center - The Transgender Health and Wellness Center located in Palm Springs, Riverside, and San Diego California offers transgender services and resources to youth, teens, and adults.

The Palm Springs Pride 5K Run & Walk is part of a weekend of activities celebrating Greater Palm Springs Pride! For a full list of weekend events and activities go to pspride.org.

THE COURSE

The run and walk takes place in the beautiful and historic neighborhood of Old Las Palmas, once a citrus grove, and later home to many Hollywood celebrities.

The beautiful, mostly flat, out-and-back course is on paved streets. There will be volunteers on the course to cheer you on and keep you moving in the right direction.

Here's the course map.

DIRECTIONS & PARKING

The race starts and ends on W Chino Drive @ Belardo Road.

• From North Palm Springs: Take Palm Canyon Drive south towards Alejo Road. W Chino Drive is one block north of Alejo Road, next to The Corridor shops.
• From South Palm Springs: Take Indian Canyon Drive or Belardo Road north towards Alejo Road. W Chino Drive is one block north of Alejo Road @ Palm Canyon Drive.
• From East Palm Springs: Take Sunrise Way to Alejo Road, then head west on Alejo Road to Palm Canyon Drive. W Chino Drive is one block north of Alejo Road @ Palm Canyon Drive.

There is ample street parking near the starting area, most conveniently on Belardo Road south of Alejo Road. This event takes place during Pride Weekend so there may be road closures in the downtown area. Carpooling or ride-sharing is encouraged.