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Long Live the Queen THE QUEEN OF THE DESERT 2019 SHARES HER FAVORITE GAY BARS IN THE DESERT
EXPERT: Anya Camins-Brinnand (Queen of the Desert 2019-20) CREDENTIALS: Artistic Director, Chill Bar Palm Springs
CHILL THRILLS ¢ The 2019 Best of the Valley winner for “Most Fun Bar/ Nightclub Scene” features world-renowned DJs, celebrity entertainers and drag personas. Chill Bar delivers some of the most unique and entertaining parties in the desert! www.chillbarps.com
LIFE OF THE PARTY ¢ Life is a party at Copa Nightclub, hosting nightly themed parties with worldclass DJs playing various genres of music. Check out Lipstick Thursdays featuring a flamboyantly fun drag show hosted by Bella da Ball. www.copapalmsprings.com
SINGING SESSION ¢ The ultimate karaoke destination in the desert, Retro Room offers seven nights of karaoke for your singing pleasure with open reservations for bachelorette parties and other special occasions. www.retroroomlounge.com
VIVA PALM SPRINGS ¢ Experience a Vegas-like atmosphere with world-class gambling at Agua Caliente’s Palm Springs location. Also
check out their Rancho Mirage location for mega celebrity concerts, special events, shows and nightlife entertainment. www.sparesortcasino.com
RIGHT TO THE BART ¢ Bart Lounge is a modern, hip bar and art gallery serving the Coachella Valley with live music, entertainment, exhibits and fun drink specials. They also feature pool tables, arcade games and gaming consoles to totally geek out to! www.bartlounge.com
JOIN THE NIGHTCLUB ¢ Hunters Nightclub is a go-to gay bar with the longest happy hour in the Valley, producing fabulous dance parties every weekend on Arenas Road. Make sure to club-hop and enjoy the best in LGBT nightlife. www.hunterspalmsprings.com
OPEN UP THE TRUNKS ¢ Experience Gay-American at its finest. Trunks Bar is a quaint and cozy community-based bar with old school charm, tucked away in Cathedral City. Make sure to catch Divas on the Dance Floor on Friday nights, hosted by Anita Treadmill. www.trunkscatcity.com
Life is a party at Copa Nightclub, hosting nightly themed parties with world-class DJs playing various genres of music.
ANYA CAMINS-BRINNAND @bossladyanya Photoshoot Location: CHILL BAR PALM SPRINGS 217 E Arenas Rd Palm Springs, CA 92262 760.327.1079 www.chillbarpalmsprings.com
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PHOTO BY: Dylan White