PS Leather Pride: Maximum Thrust…Fleshbot’s Guide to a Naughty Palm Springs Weekend

October 23, 2023
ALEXANDER

PALM SPRINGS LEATHER PRIDE: MAXIMUM THRUST 2023

FLESHBOT’S GUIDE TO NAUGHTY

Leather studs from all over the US, all over the world, all over the universe (including Uranus), are flocking to Palm Springs this coming weekend for one of the most anticipated leather events of the year, Palm Springs Leather Pride, perfectly titled Maximum Thrust. The hottest leathermen, kinksters, and fetish enthusiasts, bears, clubs, twunks, wolves, and every other possible animal tag will come (and cum) together for four days, starting Thursday, October 26^th and going through Sunday, October 29^th. There are two VIP packages (Climax or Penetration Level) or ticket one-offs are available but trust us, the VIP ticket (and the VIP swag bag) are worth it. Plus, you’ll get a nifty badge for the weekend and won’t have to worry about keeping your tickets in the front of your leather harness or in your codpiece. If you’re a leather newbie or just curious, this is the event for you. In true Palm Springs fashion, everyone is welcome and judgments go out the window. Everything is laid back…or just laid. LOL Hotel Zoso (literally located next to the gay strip) is the host hotel this year, with events happening at the always fun Tool Shed, Barracks, Dick's, and the always naughty CCBC clothing-optional resort.

Here’s our Fleshbot Guide to all the happenings…schedule ahead…schedule your booty calls, update your Sniffies and Scruff profiles…pack the lube…get out the leather…here we go!

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26

FREE Popup Event - LGBTQ Archives / Leather Museum: Hotel Zoso

Noon - 6 PM PT

Kicking off at Hotel ZOSO (Encore Lobby), Leather Pride presents this FREE event that combines the best of art, community support, and historic significance into a fun first day of registration. The Pop-Up Museum Benefit showcases stunning leather artifacts and exhibits that honor vibrant leather culture, as well as viewing the LGBTQ+ Desert Archive Museum's trove of history-laden pieces from the past. Don't miss this unique opportunity to be part of an event that celebrates diversity, self-expression, and the power of unity. Whether you're a long-time leather enthusiast or just curious about this vibrant subculture, this event is a must! Don't miss out on this chance to delve into the world of leather pride and gain a deeper understanding of its significance. There'll be drinks and refreshments alongside other memorabilia being sold. This is also a chance to get a glance at the hot men you’ll be seeing a lot more of during the weekend. Don’t be shy.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27

Plunge #1 Pool Party: CCBC Resort $45

Noon - 4 PM PT

Get wet at the notorious PLUNGE Pool Party!

Come dip into the pool and indulge in all the debauchery that CCBC has to offer during the PS Leather Pride 2023 PLUNGE Pool Party One. Once you've had enough of the glorious sun on your skin, step into one of the many themed play spaces and regroup. At CCBC, clothing is always optional. Lockers are available. Lookers are, too! Pace yourselves, men. You don’t want to come too early at this one — *wink.

This event is ticketed, cash bar. Official PS Leather Pride Merchandise will be available for purchase here.

JFF Content Creators Meet-up Mixer and Pup Mosh: Hotel Zoso: FREE

2 PM – 4 PM

This event is for the lovers… the dreamers… and, those who pay to see them. Join adult film model, Ryan Sebastian (Mr. PS Leather 2022), Just For Fans (and, other) content creators and their fans, and meet up on the top level of the hotel. No judgment here! No filming will take place at this event, it is simply a meet-up conduit for potential filming, etc. And, etc.

This event is free and not ticketed.

Formal Party & Auction: Hotel ZOSO (Encore Cabaret Room): $145

6 - 9 PM PT

Cocktails 6-7:30 pm, Dinner 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, Silent auction to benefit PSLOD opens at 6:00 pm.

They’ve taken everything you normally see at a formal leather dinner and flipped it. Wear your best leather and enjoy a seating optional, 3-hour party! There's a happy hour-priced well bar, a full-price premium bar, multiple buffets, a fantastic Silent Auction, and a LIVE auction you won’t want to miss. They have taken this event out of the basement and up to the roof at the Hotel Zoso. A Live Performance by Colton Ford and Rosemary Galore, a rooftop Cigar Space under the stars, Contestant fantasy videos on the big screen, and many, many more surprises. This is the one NOT to miss!

This is a ticketed event.

PS Leather Pride 2023 - DARK ALLEY: Tool Shed: $15

6 PM - 2 AM PT

Hosted by Tool Shed owner, Rob Cole at his well-known Levi-Leather Bar, the Leather Mart is one of the most popular holdover events in the Leather Pride Calendar year after year. Hundreds of Leather Men, the 501 crowd, and their admirers partake in a night of music, cigar lounges, beefy furry dancers, DJ Corey D, the sexy bartenders, and local leather and fetish vendors.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28

Plunge #2 Pool Party: CCBC Resort: $45

Noon - 4 PM PT

Get wet…..again. Strip, Lube, Rinse, and Repeat at the 2nd pool party, live DJ!

Come dip into the pool and indulge in all the debauchery that CCBC has to offer, yet again, during the PS Leather Pride 2023 PLUNGE Pool Party Two.

Cigar Social: Barracks: $35

1 PM – 5 PM PT

Welcome to the Barracks, where men are men, and deep fetish is just a Tuesday. Come be where the smoking hot cigar dads are. The bar is stocked with a wide range of bourbon and whiskey options for your enjoyment. And this year, a little something special they’ve thrown into the mix: a live Cuban cigar roller making custom cigars that can be paired with the bourbon and whiskey flight at the bar. Come see how the sausage gets made, so to speak.

Mr. PS Leather Contest: Hotel Zoso: $60

Cocktails 6 PM – 7:30 PM, Contest 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM.

Get…ready…to…RUMBLE! The battle for the sash is on! The raucous and outrageous duo, Rosemary Galore and Christopher Durbin will be your hosts for the evening. Special guest performers. Have we got some hot contestants for you? Hell, yes, we do! Doing us proud, straight to IML. Pick your favorites at the MEET & GREET on Thursday and cheer them on to victory at the contest.

Thrust In the Dark: Fuego: $60

This exclusive add-on event is the Official Victory Party of Palm Springs Leather Pride 2023. At one of Palm Spring's newest, and hottest event venues, Fuego. Fuego stands for "fire" in Spanish, and much like the name of the brand-spanking new venue in Palm Springs, this event will be on FIRE!

Come dance and play to the sexy beats of DJ Peter Barona.

Free clothes check provided.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29

Pancake Breakfast: Dick’s On Arenas: $10

8 AM – 12 PM

Because everybody deserves morning sex and pancakes, right? The perfect way to start the day. Join us at Dick’s on Arenas for our 1st Annual PSLOD Pancake Breakfast. Dick’s Famous Bloody Mary bars are available.

Beer Bust Official Closing Party: The Barracks: Cash Bar

1 PM -8 PM

Barracks is opening early to give you more time to say goodbye. Great music, cheap beer, hot bartenders, and all the hot men you’ve come to expect at the Barracks. Get your boots blacked, grab a hot dog from the grill, get your tarot cards read, and pick up those last-minute items from the Rough Trade pop-up shop.

Get your tickets for Palm Springs Leather Pride NOW!

If that wasn’t enough to get your heart rate going, then nothing will. What we love about this Leather event is that there is something for everyone. It is as naughty as you want, as voyeuristic as you want, or as low-key as you want. Fleshbot will be on the scene reporting on it all…see you in the playroom!