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Cat City Drag Race - Canceled Until 2022
2021-10-04 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Due to not reaching the minimum number of contestants, the Cathedral City Gay Business Association has canceled the 2021 Cat City Drag Race and will return it in 2022. Until then, stay safe and healthy!

Cookies, Cocktails and Crazy Sweaters
2019-12-23 18:00 - 21:00 | AMP Sports Lounge, 68718 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Indulge on some free holiday cookies, enjoy a purchased beverage or two, and watch your fellow neighbors and friends compete in the “ugliest sweater contest.” This contest takes place in six bars in Cathedral City, over six weeks, with one cherished Golden Pass valued at $600 in prizes. All presented by the Cathedral City Gay Business Association. Anyone 21 years of age and older is able to compete.
So, pull out that ugly sweater and some ugly ornaments and enter to win the weekly Ugly Sweater Contest on the “111 Catwalk” in Cathedral City. Hosted by Cat City Drag Race Winner Angelique VaGorgeous and music by DJ Galaxy, this fun-filled event also offers a weekly $250 prize package for the ugliest sweater judged by 3 celebrity judges and 2 audience judges picked by the host.
The audience gets to judge too, by cheering on their favorite contestant with the craziest sweater. Sign-up each week near the DJ booth, look for a check-in table. It’s that easy.
Easy, breezy step to enter:
Step 1: Decorate an ugly sweater
Step 2: Go to the participating bar on Monday evening
Step 3: Enter the Ugly Sweater Contest by signing-up near the DJ booth
Step 4: Indulge on some free holiday cookies
Step 5: Win a weekly prize, then compete for the Grand Prize
Step 6: Eat some more Holiday cookies, wash it down with a delicious beverage.

Contest Schedule
Week 6 Finals – AMP Sports Lounge, December 23

And If you have insomnia, then read the Official Rules here:
Cookies Cocktails and Crazy Sweater Contest Rules
Download here

Cookies, Cocktails and Crazy Sweaters
2019-12-16 18:00 - 21:00 | The Runway, 68300 Gay Resort Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Indulge on some free holiday cookies, enjoy a purchased beverage or two, and watch your fellow neighbors and friends compete in the “ugliest sweater contest.” This contest takes place in six bars in Cathedral City, over six weeks, with one cherished Golden Pass valued at $600 in prizes. All presented by the Cathedral City Gay Business Association. Anyone 21 years of age and older is able to compete.
So, pull out that ugly sweater and some ugly ornaments and enter to win the weekly Ugly Sweater Contest on the “111 Catwalk” in Cathedral City. Hosted by Cat City Drag Race Winner Angelique VaGorgeous and music by DJ Galaxy, this fun-filled event also offers a weekly $250 prize package for the ugliest sweater judged by 3 celebrity judges and 2 audience judges picked by the host.
The audience gets to judge too, by cheering on their favorite contestant with the craziest sweater. Sign-up each week near the DJ booth, look for a check-in table. It’s that easy.
Easy, breezy step to enter:
Step 1: Decorate an ugly sweater
Step 2: Go to the participating bar on Monday evening
Step 3: Enter the Ugly Sweater Contest by signing-up near the DJ booth
Step 4: Indulge on some free holiday cookies
Step 5: Win a weekly prize, then compete for the Grand Prize
Step 6: Eat some more Holiday cookies, wash it down with a delicious beverage.

Contest Schedule
Week 5, The Runway Bar & Restaurant, December 16
Week 6 Finals – AMP Sports Lounge, December 23

And If you have insomnia, then read the Official Rules here:
Cookies Cocktails and Crazy Sweater Contest Rules
Download here

Cookies, Cocktails and Crazy Sweaters
2019-12-09 18:00 - 21:00 | CA
Indulge on some free holiday cookies, enjoy a purchased beverage or two, and watch your fellow neighbors and friends compete in the “ugliest sweater contest.” This contest takes place in six bars in Cathedral City, over six weeks, with one cherished Golden Pass valued at $600 in prizes. All presented by the Cathedral City Gay Business Association. Anyone 21 years of age and older is able to compete.
So, pull out that ugly sweater and some ugly ornaments and enter to win the weekly Ugly Sweater Contest on the “111 Catwalk” in Cathedral City. Hosted by Cat City Drag Race Winner Angelique VaGorgeous and music by DJ Galaxy, this fun-filled event also offers a weekly $250 prize package for the ugliest sweater judged by 3 celebrity judges and 2 audience judges picked by the host.
The audience gets to judge too, by cheering on their favorite contestant with the craziest sweater. Sign-up each week near the DJ booth, look for a check-in table. It’s that easy.
Easy, breezy step to enter:
Step 1: Decorate an ugly sweater
Step 2: Go to the participating bar on Monday evening
Step 3: Enter the Ugly Sweater Contest by signing-up near the DJ booth
Step 4: Indulge on some free holiday cookies
Step 5: Win a weekly prize, then compete for the Grand Prize
Step 6: Eat some more Holiday cookies, wash it down with a delicious beverage.

Contest Schedule
Week 4, Studio One 11, December 9
Week 5, The Runway Bar & Restaurant, December 16
Week 6 Finals – AMP Sports Lounge, December 23

And If you have insomnia, then read the Official Rules here:
Cookies Cocktails and Crazy Sweater Contest Rules
Download here

Cookies, Cocktails and Crazy Sweaters
2019-12-02 18:00 - 21:00 | The Barracks Bar, 67625 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Indulge on some free holiday cookies, enjoy a purchased beverage or two, and watch your fellow neighbors and friends compete in the “ugliest sweater contest.” This contest takes place in six bars in Cathedral City, over six weeks, with one cherished Golden Pass valued at $600 in prizes. All presented by the Cathedral City Gay Business Association. Anyone 21 years of age and older is able to compete.
So, pull out that ugly sweater and some ugly ornaments and enter to win the weekly Ugly Sweater Contest on the “111 Catwalk” in Cathedral City. Hosted by Cat City Drag Race Winner Angelique VaGorgeous and music by DJ Galaxy, this fun-filled event also offers a weekly $250 prize package for the ugliest sweater judged by 3 celebrity judges and 2 audience judges picked by the host.
The audience gets to judge too, by cheering on their favorite contestant with the craziest sweater. Sign-up each week near the DJ booth, look for a check-in table. It’s that easy.
Easy, breezy step to enter:
Step 1: Decorate an ugly sweater
Step 2: Go to the participating bar on Monday evening
Step 3: Enter the Ugly Sweater Contest by signing-up near the DJ booth
Step 4: Indulge on some free holiday cookies
Step 5: Win a weekly prize, then compete for the Grand Prize
Step 6: Eat some more Holiday cookies, wash it down with a delicious beverage.

Contest Schedule
Week 3, The Barracks Bar, December 2
Week 4, Studio One 11, December 9
Week 5, The Runway Bar & Restaurant, December 16
Week 6 Finals – AMP Sports Lounge, December 23

And If you have insomnia, then read the Official Rules here:
Cookies Cocktails and Crazy Sweater Contest Rules
Download here

Cookies, Cocktails and Crazy Sweaters
2019-11-25 18:00 - 21:00 | The Roost Lounge, 68718 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Indulge on some free holiday cookies, enjoy a purchased beverage or two, and watch your fellow neighbors and friends compete in the “ugliest sweater contest.” This contest takes place in six bars in Cathedral City, over six weeks, with one cherished Golden Pass valued at $600 in prizes. All presented by the Cathedral City Gay Business Association. Anyone 21 years of age and older is able to compete.
So, pull out that ugly sweater and some ugly ornaments and enter to win the weekly Ugly Sweater Contest on the “111 Catwalk” in Cathedral City. Hosted by Cat City Drag Race Winner Angelique VaGorgeous and music by DJ Galaxy, this fun-filled event also offers a weekly $250 prize package for the ugliest sweater judged by 3 celebrity judges and 2 audience judges picked by the host.
The audience gets to judge too, by cheering on their favorite contestant with the craziest sweater. Sign-up each week near the DJ booth, look for a check-in table. It’s that easy.
Easy, breezy step to enter:
Step 1: Decorate an ugly sweater
Step 2: Go to the participating bar on Monday evening
Step 3: Enter the Ugly Sweater Contest by signing-up near the DJ booth
Step 4: Indulge on some free holiday cookies
Step 5: Win a weekly prize, then compete for the Grand Prize
Step 6: Eat some more Holiday cookies, wash it down with a delicious beverage.

Contest Schedule
Week 2, The Roost Lounge, November 25
Week 3, The Barracks Bar, December 2
Week 4, Studio One 11, December 9
Week 5, The Runway Bar & Restaurant, December 16
Week 6 Finals – AMP Sports Lounge, December 23

And If you have insomnia, then read the Official Rules here:
Cookies Cocktails and Crazy Sweater Contest Rules
Download here

Cookies, Cocktails and Crazy Sweaters
2019-11-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Trunks Cathedral City, 36737 Cathedral Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Indulge on some free holiday cookies, enjoy a purchased beverage or two, and watch your fellow neighbors and friends compete in the “ugliest sweater contest.” This contest takes place in six bars in Cathedral City, over six weeks, with one cherished Golden Pass valued at $600 in prizes. All presented by the Cathedral City Gay Business Association. Anyone 21 years of age and older is able to compete.
So, pull out that ugly sweater and some ugly ornaments and enter to win the weekly Ugly Sweater Contest on the “111 Catwalk” in Cathedral City. Hosted by Cat City Drag Race Winner Angelique VaGorgeous and music by DJ Galaxy, this fun-filled event also offers a weekly $250 prize package for the ugliest sweater judged by 3 celebrity judges and 2 audience judges picked by the host.
The audience gets to judge too, by cheering on their favorite contestant with the craziest sweater. Sign-up each week near the DJ booth, look for a check-in table. It’s that easy.
Easy, breezy step to enter:
Step 1: Decorate an ugly sweater
Step 2: Go to the participating bar on Monday evening
Step 3: Enter the Ugly Sweater Contest by signing-up near the DJ booth
Step 4: Indulge on some free holiday cookies
Step 5: Win a weekly prize, then compete for the Grand Prize
Step 6: Eat some more Holiday cookies, wash it down with a delicious beverage.

Contest Schedule
Week 1, Trunks-Cathedral City, November 18
Week 2, The Roost Lounge, November 25
Week 3, The Barracks Bar, December 2
Week 4, Studio One 11, December 9
Week 5, The Runway Bar & Restaurant, December 16
Week 6 Finals – AMP Sports Lounge, December 23

And If you have insomnia, then read the Official Rules here:
Cookies Cocktails and Crazy Sweater Contest Rules
Download here

Cat City Drag Race Winner "Meet and Greet"
2019-10-14 18:00 - 20:00 | AMP Sports Lounge, 68718 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
After five weeks of competition and the infamous “Wheel of Shade,” you are invited to come celebrate with the Royal Highness of Cat City at AMP Sports Lounge, 68-718 E Palm Canyon Drive (behind Trilussa’s Restaurant in Cathedral City. Take your photo, enjoy some beverages, and sing with the music.
Hosted by Anita Treadmill and music by DJ Galaxy.

Cat City Drag Race by CCGBA
2019-10-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Trunks Cathedral City, 36737 Cathedral Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Help the CCGBA find the “Royal Highness of Cat City” during the ultimate Drag Race! Up to 15 contestants will compete for the best drag over the five week competition starting on Monday, September 9, 2019 through Monday, October 7, 2019. They will be scored by five judges including local celebrity judges on originality, themed outfit, personality, and performance. But don’t let the smiles fool you, there will be shade! After the weekly performances, each contestant gets to spin the “Wheel of Shade” to either add or subtract points from their competitors. Plus, the audience gets to make the most noise for the crowd favorite worth 25 points!
The contestant with the most points each week wins a prize! The contestant with the most points at the finish line, WINS the TITLE!

Hosted by Anita Treadmill and music by DJ Galaxy

The Contestants

Schedule, Celebrity Judge and Weekly Location

Monday, September 9th, Studio One 11 (Celebrity Judge Sister Penney Pasta) – The Category is “70s – 80s Disco”
Monday, September 16th, The Barracks Bar (Celebrity Judge Jeff Hocker) – The Category is “Leather and Lace”
Monday, September 23, The Runway (Celebrity Judges Manny the Movie Guy and Comedian Shann Carr). The Category is “Runway”.
Monday, September 30, The Roost Lounge (Celebrity Judge Jayla D. Foxx) – The Category is “Showtunes”.
Monday, October 7, Trunks Cathedral City (Celebrity Judge Anya Camins Brinnard – Queen of the Desert) – The Category is “Royalty”.
Monday, October 14, Winner Meet and Greet at AMP Sports Lounge – The Category is “Winner.”

6 pm Cocktails
7 pm Show
Free admission. Must be 21 years of age or older.

Cat City Drag Race by CCGBA
2019-09-30 18:00 - 21:00 | The Roost Lounge, 68718 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States

Cinema Diverse
2019-09-28 13:00 - 22:00, 2019-09-27 13:00 - 22:00 | Mary Pickford Theatre, 36850 Pickfair St, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Cinema Diverse – The Palm Springs LGBTQ Film Festival returns to Cathedral City’s Mary Pickford Theatre for the third year in a row on September 27 and 28, 2019 with an expanded presence. The “Bonus Weekend” in Cathedral City will feature never before seen films during the prior weekend at the Palm Springs Cultural Center (Camelot) in Palm Springs on September 19-22, 2019. It will also take place in two larger theaters and offer more films than in previous years with four screenings per theater.
The “Bonus Weekend” was made possible by a generous donation provided by Mayor Mark Carnevale, Mayor Pro Tem John Aguilar and Councilmember Raymond Gregory using their City’s discretionary funds.
For the latest information about the festival, go to www.CinemaDiverse.org. The festival schedule is now available here: https://ticketing.us.veezi.com/sessions/?siteToken=[REDACTED]
Cinema Diverse is dedicated to advancing and further strengthening the diverse gay community through the establishment of a world-class film festival that presents lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender cinema from around the world. It features an exciting and varied combination of Feature Films & Short Films from around the world celebrating LGBTQ+ Cinema.

What: Cinema Diverse: The Palm Springs LGBTQ Film Festival and “Bonus Weekend” in Cathedral City

Where: Film Festival at Camelot Theatres – located at 3200 Baristo Road in Palm Springs
“Bonus Weekend” at Mary Pickford Theatre, 36850 Pickfair St. in Cathedral City.

When: Film Festival, September 19 – 22, 2019
Film Festival’s “Bonus Weekend,” September 27-28, 2019

Tickets and Passes now on sale. To purchase online, or for schedule information, visit: www.CinemaDiverse.org

Cat City Drag Race by CCGBA
2019-09-23 18:00 - 21:00 | The Runway, 68300 Gay Resort Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States

Cat City Drag Race by CCGBA
2019-09-16 18:00 - 21:00 | The Barracks Bar, 67625 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Help the CCGBA find the “Royal Highness of Cat City” during the ultimate Drag Race! Up to 15 contestants will compete for the best drag over the five week competition starting on Monday, September 9, 2019 through Monday, October 7, 2019. They will be scored by five judges including local celebrity judges on originality, themed outfit, personality, and performance. But don’t let the smiles fool you, there will be shade! After the weekly performances, each contestant gets to spin the “Wheel of Shade” to either add or subtract points from their competitors. Plus, the audience gets to make the most noise for the crowd favorite worth 25 points!
The contestant with the most points each week wins a prize! The contestant with the most points at the finish line, WINS the TITLE!

Hosted by Anita Treadmill and music by DJ Galaxy

The Contestants

Week 1 Results
Official Score Keeper Sheet - Week 1
Download Results

Schedule, Celebrity Judge and Weekly Location

Monday, September 9th, Studio One 11 (Celebrity Judge Sister Penney Pasta) – The Category is “70s – 80s Disco”
Monday, September 16th, The Barracks Bar (Celebrity Judge Jeff Hocker) – The Category is “Leather and Lace”
Monday, September 23, The Runway (Celebrity Judges Manny the Movie Guy and Comedian Shann Carr). The Category is “Runway”.
Monday, September 30, The Roost Lounge (Celebrity Judge Jayla D. Foxx) – The Category is “Showtunes”.
Monday, October 7, Trunks Cathedral City (Celebrity Judge Anya Camins Brinnard – Queen of the Desert) – The Category is “Royalty”.
Monday, October 14, Winner Meet and Greet at AMP Sports Lounge – The Category is “Winner.”

6 pm Cocktails
7 pm Show
Free admission. Must be 21 years of age or older.

Cat City Drag Race by CCGBA
2019-09-09 18:00 - 21:00 | CA

Cinema Diverse – The Palm Springs LGBTQ Film Festival "Bonus Weekend" in Cathedral City
2018-09-29 15:30 - 22:00, 2018-09-28 15:30 - 22:00 | Mary Pickford Theatre, 36850 Pickfair St, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Cinema Diverse – The Palm Springs LGBTQ Film Festival – happens September 20-23 at the Camelot Theatres in Palm Springs. Then on September 28-29, Cinema Diverse will hold a “Bonus Weekend” with new films not seen in Palm Springs and a few “Best of the Fest” that were. The films at Cathedral City’s Mary Pickford Theatre will occur over two nights of viewing.
The “Bonus Weekend” was made possible by a generous donation provided by Mayor Stan Henry and Councilmember Shelley Kaplan using their City’s discretionary funds.
Cinema Diverse: The Palm Springs LGBTQ Film Festival celebrates its eleventh year, opening on Thursday, September 20th and running through Sunday, September 23rd with a “Bonus Weekend” in Cathedral City from Friday, September 28 through Saturday, September 29. The festival is one of three niche film festivals operated by The Palm Springs Cultural Center, which was founded in 2007 by local philanthropists Ric and Rozene Supple.
What: Cinema Diverse: The Palm Springs LGBTQ Film Festival and “Bonus Weekend” in Cathedral City
Where: Film Festival at Camelot Theatres – located at 3200 Baristo Road in Palm Springs
“Bonus Weekend” at Mary Pickford Theatre, 36850 Pickfair St. in Cathedral City.
When: Film Festival, September 20 – 23, 2018
Film Festival’s “Bonus Weekend,” September 28-29, 2018
Tickets and Passes now on sale.
To purchase online, or for schedule information, visit: www.CinemaDiverse.org
