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OUR TOP THREE FOR THE WEEKEND AND FULL RUNDOWN OF EVENTS FOLLOWS BRAD’S BLOG:
The Law of Attraction is real. It manifested itself this week in those who have taken this joy ride of KGAY with me. As we come to the end of #SupportYourStation week, I am grateful to those of you who have contributed in ways large and small.
The journey from creating GayDesertGuide.LGBT some 13 years ago to adding KGAY radio has been quite a trip. It wouldn’t have happened without people who believed in me and continue to love and support me.
READ BRAD’S FULL BLOG HERE
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Brad Fuhr, your KGay Desert Guide
#ILoveGayPalmSprings
#ILoveGayCatCity
#ShopLocal
#FindYourOasis
#SayKGAY
#HowDoYouPalmSprings
#SupportYourStation
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This Weekend in #ILoveGayPalmSprings:
Our Top 3 Events
We’re keeping you updated on the weekend’s Top Events! Read our Gay Desert Guide Weekend Blog for the full run-down. Here’s the top three events:
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1. KGAY’s Big Splash
KGAY’s Big Splash | Support Your Station Pool Party makes a splash at The Palm Springs Surf Club on Friday, June 26 from 7–10 pm, offering exclusive nighttime access to River Island and the Lazy River. MODGIRL spins live throughout the evening, creating the perfect soundtrack for cool water, warm air, and starry skies. Guests can start early with Happy Hour at The Restaurant from 5–7 pm, and all proceeds benefit the KGAY Support Your Station campaign.
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2. ShortFest
The Palm Springs International ShortFest 2026 continues through the weekend at Festival Theaters with world‑class short‑form cinema. ShortFest highlights emerging storytellers, acclaimed directors, and future Oscar contenders across thoughtfully curated programs. Attendees can explore genres ranging from comedy and drama to animation and documentary, with filmmaker Q&As and industry conversations enhancing the experience. With the last of the regular run of screenings wrapping up on Sunday, Best of the Fest screenings will take place Monday, June 29.
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3. Bowling for Equality
The HRC No Time to Spare: Bowling for Equality event rolls into Palm Springs Lanes on Sunday, June 28 from 5–7 pm, bringing the community together in support of the Human Rights Campaign. KGAY & Gay Desert Guide will have a team! It’s a welcoming, energizing evening designed to strengthen community ties and support LGBTQ+ equality.
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This week’s HOT DEAL at Thai Smile in Palm Springs lets diners savor handcrafted Thai cuisine at a delicious deep 40% discount—get a $50 gift card for just $30! Each dish is expertly prepared from start to finish using high-flame woks, fresh vegetables, premium meats, and authentic herbs and spices. Limited quantity, get your deal today!
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Note: You are limited to one Hot Deal order per household or address every 28 days.
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Get our Visitor Map & Guide – FREE!
Check out the just-published Summer 2026 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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Discover Lennar’s Ara & Nova at Skyborne in Desert Hot Springs, where modern new homes pair easy desert living with breathtaking mountain views, just minutes from Palm Springs. These homes start from the upper $300,000s. Spend sunny afternoons by the swimming pool or take your pup to the dog park. 3–4 beds | 2–3 baths, 1,229–2,583 sq. ft. Models open for tours daily. Skyborne by Lennar is at 62659 Rainbow Lane in Desert Hot Springs. Learn more
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Chi Chi Restaurant at The Avalon Hotel on Belardo offers fresh, vibrant California fare with Latin influences. The menu emphasizes seasonal ingredients, plant-forward dishes, and poolside favorites perfect for light bites or sunset dining. With a backdrop of palm trees and mountain views, the atmosphere is casual yet elevated—ideal for both daytime lounging and candlelit evenings. Reservations at Chi Chi through OpenTable. Learn more
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Ben’s Flower Shop delivers premium flower arrangements, gift baskets and flower subscriptions with same day flower and gift delivery within the greater Palm Springs area. Events, parties and wedding flower services available a la carte or by custom design. Learn more
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KGAY is now at 103.1 on your FM dial, and our new station, Sunny, is at 106.5!
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The KGAY 103.1 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 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!
This Weekend: DJ Galaxy starts the party at Hunters Nightclub for Fur Friday on Friday from 4–9 pm. Meanwhile, MODGIRL lights up the desert on Friday at 7 pm kicking off the weekend at KGAY’s Big Splash | Support Your Station Pool Party at the Palm Springs Surf Club.
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Thank you to everyone joining us for the Support Your Station Pool Party! The Support Your Station campaign is still going strong through the weekend, and there’s still time to show your support online. Donations are welcome at any level, from $20 to Business 365—that’s just $1 a day. If you haven’t had a chance to contribute yet, you can still go online now and Support Your Station.
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If you missed your chance to enter at WeHo Pride last weekend, KGAY 103.1—in partnership with Visit Palm Springs, presenting XOXO: The Palm Springs Arts & Culture Celebration (June 11–22)—is giving you another shot at winning the Ultimate Palm Springs Summer Escape! Whether you’re a local looking for a staycation or a visitor dreaming of a desert getaway, this prize package delivers a full Palm Springs experience: a one‑night stay, dining, attractions, shopping, and a spa day pass. Enter to WIN on the KGAY Contest Page
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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! Learn more
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NOW ON YOUR ALEXA-ENABLED DEVICES: Take the sunshine indoors with the brand‑new Sunny 106.5 Alexa skill — just tell Alexa to “enable Sunny Palm Springs Radio skill” and the brightest variety will be one voice command away at home or at work. Sunny 106.5 is the Coachella Valley’s new home for feel‑good hits from the ’90s, 2000s, and beyond, blending familiar favorites with local updates and weekday weather from Patrick Evans. Play Sunny 106.5 Online
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