Same Time, Next Year is the story of annual infidelity that starred Alan Alda and Ellen Burstyn. It takes us on a journey where each character evolves over their lifetime, but still meet for an annual tryst through thick and thin.
I had a version of that in my early gay life when I was “saved” by a group of gay men at the Gay 90’s Bar in Minneapolis. I was by myself and not fully out, so they noticed my nervousness — and my lack of defense against an unwanted suitor. I went home with one of them and that started an annual meet up that lasted a number of years.
Then in 2006, my radio friends and I went to Amsterdam. We hit an opulent bathhouse (no longer there) for an evening of fun. I met Gerben, a native Netherlander, with whom I had a great evening talking, fooling around and getting to know each other. So much so that I invited him over the next evening too. We shared contact info.
Fast forward to last weekend as I was ending my Amsterdam Pride trip with BearCruise.com. He and I had stayed in touch over the years, and had tried to meet up again but to no avail. This year was different. But it wasn’t for the prurient pleasures, we genuinely wanted to see each other and see how our lives had progressed.
He shared a fascinating story of his father’s version of Same Time, Next Year – but in a non-sexual way. While visiting Malaysia in the 70’s with his family, Gerben’s dad befriended one of the hotel workers. As they visited in subsequent years, the two families got to know each other and became intertwined. His father helped the family’s two girls through college. They visited each other in their native lands until his father’s passing.
And that explains why Gerben and I, after all these years, reconnected for a trip down memory lane. We had seen this movie before.
Brad Fuhr, your K-Gay Desert Guide
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Splash House Weekend 1
The ultimate summer pool party experience returns to Palm Springs for Splash House Weekend 1, happening Friday–Sunday, August 8–10. Immerse yourself in house music vibes across three incredible resorts (Saguaro, Renaissance, and Riviera) alongside thousands of fellow sun-worshipping and electronic music-loving revelers. Featuring a stellar lineup including ACRAZE, Disco Lines, Eli Brown, San Pacho, TroyBoi, Westend, and more, plus After Hours at the Air Museum with Diplo b2b BLOND:ISH on Friday and WAXTRODA on Saturday. Splash House continues with Weekend 2 from August 15–17. Get tickets
The Lofts Art Walk
The Lofts Art Walk returns Saturday, August 9 from 4–7 pm at The Lofts Art District, 610 S. Belardo Rd in Palm Springs. Presented year-round on second Saturdays, this vibrant event invites you to explore an eclectic mix of artistic styles—from geometric abstract and screen printing to hyper surrealism and more. Stroll through open studios, meet local artists, and experience the creative energy that defines this dynamic district. More info
Hello, Dolly!
Catch the classic musical comedy Hello, Dolly! on Sunday, August 10 from 3–5 pm at the Palm Springs Cultural Center. Set in 1890s New York, this charming tale stars Barbra Streisand as Dolly Levi, a spirited matchmaker with romantic plans of her own. With unforgettable performances and timeless humor, it’s a delightful afternoon at the Camelot Theatre you won’t want to miss. Get tickets
80s Rock Tribute Fest
Crank up the nostalgia at the 80s Rock Tribute Fest on Saturday, August 9 at 6 pm at The Show inside Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa. This high-voltage concert features three epic tribute bands—DSB (Journey), INSX (INXS), and WANTED (Bon Jovi)—bringing iconic hits like “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Need You Tonight,” and “Livin’ on a Prayer” to life with spot-on vocals and arena-worthy energy. Get tickets
Brothers of the Desert Members & Allies Lunch
Join Brothers of the Desert for their Monthly Members & Allies Lunch on Saturday, August 9 from 12:30–1:30 pm at El Taco Asado in Palm Springs. This welcoming midday gathering offers a chance to connect, share, and build community over great food and conversation. All are invited to attend and celebrate fellowship in an inclusive setting. More info
California Dreamin’ Portfolio Wine Dinner
Savor the flavors of California at the California Dreamin’ Portfolio Wine Dinner on Sunday, August 10 from 5–9 pm at LG’s Prime Steakhouse in La Quinta. Enjoy a curated evening of fine wine and gourmet dining with special guest Dante Riboli Colombatti, all while supporting Alzheimer’s Coachella Valley. Whether it’s a night out with friends or a romantic date, this desert summer soirée promises elegance, connection, and a cause worth toasting. More info
Desert Bloom 4
Desert Bloom 4 returns to Club 541 on Saturday & Sunday, August 9 &10 for a weekend of connection, education, and kink-forward celebration. Hosted by Palm Springs Leather Order of the Desert, Rough Trade Gear, and Club 541, this all-day event includes two private parties, exclusive giveaways, and full venue access from Friday through Sunday. Highlights include a certified masseur, boot blacking by International Mr. Leather 2025 Rene Hebert, and optional tutorials like “Fisting to Music” and “Toys and Fisting.” Enjoy cigars on the patio and camaraderie throughout. Get tickets
Taste of Summer Rancho Mirage
Taste of Summer Rancho Mirage is in full swing, running through Sunday, August 17—which means one more week of sizzling specials and delicious discoveries. With a $10 wristband, available from the Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce or participating nonprofits, you’ll unlock exclusive deals at dozens of local restaurants. It’s a win-win: enjoy tasty bites, cool treats, and culinary adventures while supporting vital nonprofit programs across the Coachella Valley. Come hungry and celebrate the season with flavor and community! More info
ALSO THIS WEEKEND
Friday, Aug 8
Drag Bingo/Trivia Nights (alternating weekly) | 4:30–7 pm at Arrive Hotel
Food Truck Fridays | 5–10 pm in Downtown Indio
Saturday, Aug 9
LGBTQIA Higher Powered OA Meeting | 11:30 am at Sunny Dunes Clubhouse
Bariatric Surgery Info w/Bobby Bhasker-Rao, MD | 11:30 am Eisenhower Health Virtual Meeting
Country Dance Saturdays: Booze Cruise Line Dance with Kyle Young | 7 pm at Step by Step
Indio Second Saturdays: Music, Food, Fun | 7 pm in Downtown Indio
Sunday, Aug 10
Guided Hikes | 11 am & 1:30 pm at San Jacinto State Park (Tramway Mountain Station)
LOOKING AHEAD
Diana Ross Tickets on Sale
Tickets go on sale this Friday, August 8 at 10 am for Diana Ross’s highly anticipated return to The Show at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage. Fresh off a string of acclaimed performances at the Hollywood Bowl, Ross will take the stage for two nights—Friday, December 12 and Saturday, December 13 at 8 pm. This rare and intimate engagement offers fans a chance to experience one of music’s most legendary performers up close in a stunning venue. Get tickets
Modernism Week – October Tickets on Sale Now
Modernism Week – October is just around the corner, running from October 16-19! Tickets are on sale now for this four-day celebration of midcentury and modern architecture, art, design, and vintage culture. Don’t miss out on exciting events and tours, including the Premier Double Decker Bus Tour, visits to iconic homes like the Frey House II, and unique experiences such as learning to craft vintage cocktails at Midcentury Mixology. Get tickets
Get our Free Visitor Map & Guide
Check out our Summer 2025 Edition of the K-Gay Desert Guide Visitor Map & Guide! To help you find everything you need as a visitor or local, we feature the top places for Food & Drink, Nightlife, Shopping, Attractions, Gay Resorts with passes, Dispensaries, and other services. Look for the latest edition at businesses and newsstands around town, or browse it online right here!
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- Taste of Summer Rancho Mirage
Jul 24–Aug 17 at a wide variety of Rancho Mirage restaurants - Gay Softball League Fall Tryouts
Sat. Aug 16 from 9–11 am at Demuth Park - Clear the Shelters Adoption Event
Aug 16 & 17 from 11 am–5 pm at the Palm Springs Animal Shelter - Rally: Protect Our Checks – Hands Off Our Social Security
Sat. Aug 16 from 9–11 am at Social Security Administration in Palm Springs - Out on the Mountain LGBTQ Night
Fri. Aug 22 from 6 pm–Midnight at Six Flags Magic Mountain - Guadalupe’s House Party
Fri. Aug 22 from 7:30–10 pm at the Palm Springs Art Museum - Michael Holmes’ Purple Room Re-Opens for 12th Season
Weeknights: Aug 26–28, Lucie Arnaz Aug. 29 & 30, The Judy Show! Aug 31 - CV Lip Sync Battle 2025
Sat. Sep 6 at 6 pm at the Palm Springs Cultural Center - September at the McCallum Theatre
The Righteous Brothers (9/10), Jon Lovitz (9/13) & more. - Gay Days Anaheim
Fri.–Sun. Sep 12–14 at Disneyland Resort - Pride Under the Pines 2025 – Early Bird Tickets on Sale Now
Sat. Oct 4 in Downtown Idyllwild - Modernism Week – October
Oct 16–19 – Tickets on Sale Aug 1 - Palm Springs Leather Pride 2025 – Gods of Leather
Oct 30–Nov 2 at Hotel Zoso, Tool Shed, CCBC, Hunters - Mizell Center Presents Cheyenne Jackson Live in Concert
Wed. Nov 12 at 7 pm at the Palm Springs Cultural Center - Dear Evan Hansen, presented by CVRep
Dec 3–21 – Tickets on Sale Now for 2025–2026 Season - Palm Springs International Film Festival
Jan 2–13, 2026 – Passes on Sale Aug 1 - Palm Springs International Film Awards
Sat. Jan 3, 2026 – Tickets on Sale Aug 1
Tramview Mobile Home Park in Cathedral City, just minutes from Downtown Palm Springs, offers charming 55+ senior living with manufactured homes for sale, as well as monthly RV space rentals. Enjoy amenities like a pool, spa, clubhouse, shuffleboard, and social activities. Find out now if Tramview Mobile Home Park living is right for you! Learn more
KGAY 106.5 & 92.1 FM
The KGAY 106.5 & 92.1 Retro Lunch airs Monday through Friday from noon–1 pm, with DJ Galaxy (Vincent Corrales) and DJ Eric Ornelas playing an hour of their high-energy throwback mixes. On Sundays, we put all five hours together for the Retro Sunday Brunch from 11 am–4 pm. Perfect party music! The KGAY 106.5 Sunday Tea Dance with Modgirl airs every Sunday from 4–6 pm (right after the Retro Brunch). All our DJs took honors in the Best of Coachella Valley this year! Listen to KGAY 106.5 online
Catch Modgirl this Sunday, August 10 at 2 pm at Sunset Sessions, Venice Beach Club—bringing her signature high-vibe house and disco energy to the coast.
KGAY 106.5 and 92.1 are giving you a chance to WIN TICKETS to Gay Days Anaheim 2025, happening September 12–14! Celebrate pride and magic at Disneyland Resort with thousands of LGBTQ+ fans, friends, and families—and an all-star lineup of special guests including Lawrence Chaney, Ginger Minj, Cheyenne Jackson, Zach Noe Towers, and Kay Sedia. Tune in and enter to win—your Gay Days adventure starts with KGAY! Enter to WIN on the KGAY Contest Page
KGAY 106.5 & 92.1 has your chance to WIN front-row seats to the hilarious and fast-paced Hot Spot Trivia with Deven Green & Handsome Ned! Listen to John Taylor on KGAY every Monday morning for the trivia question, then head to the KGAY Contest Page to enter your answer. Winners get reserved front-row seating in the Cascade Lounge at Agua Caliente Casino on Monday night at 7 pm, where you’ll play digital trivia and compete for exciting prizes! Enter to WIN on the KGAY Contest Page
To listen to KGAY Palm Springs via Alexa, say “Alexa ENABLE K. Gay Palm Springs SKILL” (include “SKILL”) or manually enable it in the Alexa app or at Amazon. Once enabled, access the station by saying “Alexa, OPEN,” “LAUNCH,” or “PLAY K. Gay Palm Springs.” You can also make special requests, such as birthday shoutouts or song dedications! Happy streaming! Learn more
103.1 MeTV FM
This Weekend on 103.1 MeTV FM: Steve Goddard will spotlight Creedence Clearwater Revival, Sunday morning on Goddard’s Gold at 9 am, brought to you by The Skylark Bar at the Skylark Hotel. 103.1 MeTV FM plays a variety of the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s with a touch of the ’50s! Listen in your car, at work, at home or around the world, online at 1031metvfm.com or tell Alexa, “Open 103.1 MeTV FM.”
WIN a $250 gift card to The Restaurant at Palm Springs Surf Club
103.1 Me TV FM invites you to Dine & Sip… on ME! Fridays this summer, Patrick Evans will give away a gift card to a featured Coachella Valley Eatery! UP NEXT: Starting Saturday, August 9: ENTER TO WIN a $250 gift card to enjoy fresh fare at The Restaurant at Palm Springs Surf Club, like the new poke bowl or chicken sando with grilled pineapple. Soak in the views on their patio or cool restaurant and enjoy happy hour every day from 3–6 pm! Enter to WIN on the 103.1 MeTV FM Contest Page
- The Gay Men’s Chorus Partners with The Palm Springs Plaza Theatre
- Palm Springs Life’s Best of the Best 2025: Readers’ Favorite Things
- New Murals Decorate Desert Hot Springs
- Listen and Feel Free to Fail: The Goal of CVRep’s Improv Comedy Intensive—Teaching Participants Skills to Use in Their Everyday Lives
- Hungry Mirage Review: Mezze Around and Find Out at Lola Rose
Find out what’s happening on any given day by browsing our Gay Desert Guide Online Event Listing Calendar, and for the big picture, take a look at major upcoming events in our 2025 Coachella Valley Calendar of Events.
Listen to KGAY 106.5 and 92.1 over the air, stream it [here], or listen on iHeart Radio with Alexa or Siri by saying “Play K-GAY 106 5 .” John Taylor is on mornings 6–10 am and program director Chris Shebel is on afternoons. Our Retro Lunch with DJ Galaxy and DJ Eric Ornelas is heard on Sundays as the Retro Lunch & Sunday Brunch from 11 am–4 pm, followed by Modgirl spinning the KGAY Sunday Tea Dance from 4–6 pm.