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The envy of the world, with its 360 days of sunshine, the swanky modern city of glitz and glamour has been attracting a new generation of visitors, from young hipsters and international jet-setters to Hollywood A-listers and socialites, who vie for the ultra-chic weekend getaway of martini-sipping, cabana lounging, and celebrity sightseeing. The Dinah comes back to Palm Springs, California, Sept. 24-30.
It was 34 years ago that Mariah Hanson did more than just kick-start her Dinah. Most importantly, she launched what would become her enduring legacy to the city of Palm Springs and the LGBTQ+, queer, and lesbian event community. From a small, one-night event at a Palm Springs Museum with 1,500 participants, 34 years ago, to booking lavish locations at deluxe hotels over five days of epic pool parties and world-class entertainment with some 10,000-plus attendees and significant corporate sponsors today, The Dinah has evolved into one of Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley’s most prominent tourism boosters and undisputed most significant queer events in palm springs not to mention the globe. The natural symbiosis shared by these two iconic LGBTQ+ Meccas has continuously been a match made in heaven.
More than a tradition, The Dinah has become a Palm Springs institution and one of the city’s most popular fall attractions. Once the party pied-a-terre of Frank Sinatra and his Rat Pack, who turned Palm Springs into America’s most glamorous destination for the glitterati in the 1950s, the famous sunny oasis has now gotten back in the swing of things to once again reclaim its status as one of Hollywood’s hippest playgrounds and the world hub for major high-profile festivals and special events.
Palm Springs lies on the western edge of the Coachella Valley, within the Colorado Desert. Located approximately 295 miles southwest of Las Vegas, it’s a five- to six-hour drive by freeway. The permanent year-round population of Palm Springs is 45,000, and it doubles during the winter season. To the east of Palm Springs are several other desert cities, including Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, Desert Hot Springs, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, and Indio. Palm Springs International Airport, located just two miles from downtown, welcomes over 1.5 million passengers annually from throughout the U.S. and Canada. This is the way to fly… shorter lines, friendly staff, and yes, the amazing view of the mountains.
Visit thedinah.com to purchase tickets, view upcoming events, and explore entertainment options.
