Your Neighborhood Gay Bar
Dick's on Arenas is an old-school neighborhood gay bar nestled in the historic Arenas District of Palm Springs, California, America's ultimate gay vacation and relocation destination. Proudly gay-owned and gay-operated for the gay community, we offer an always-welcoming space where full-time residents and tourists from around the world feel right at home. With no cover charge, no dress code, and no attitude, you’re invited to come as you are, whether you’re wearing Levi's, leather, or shorts and flip flops.
We offer the perfect antidote to the relentless pounding of loud nightclubs by keeping our music at a level where you can easily carry on a conversation. There is no karaoke, no bingo, no drag shows, and no trivia contests, just nonstop good drinks at great prices, friendly and helpful staff, and good vibes. Dick’s is simply a good, old, reliable watering hole where men can meet like-minded men, socialize with old friends, and make new ones.
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DICK’S RISING
Since the new owners gained control of their favorite bar in the Arenas District in early 2026, they’ve been laser-focused on making Improvements to Dick’s:
Installed an additional 9 tons of air conditioning, bringing the total to 20 tons to cover a mere 1,800 square feet, ensuring comfortable air year-round
Top-to-bottom scrubbing and repolishing, indoors and outdoors, and instituted a daily overnight cleaning regimen
Repaired + revived the ice machine for cleaner ice and fresher drinks
Replaced + updated the audio system with state-of-the art electronics and volume-limiting technology so that you can carry on a conversation in the bar
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SAFETY AT DICK’S
The safety of the bar’s customers and employees is the #1 priority at Dick’s. No, seriously, nobody wants to see injuries (or worse) at the bar. While we can’t reveal every security detail, here are some of the ways we strive to keep everyone safe:
Installing a bevy of high-definition security cameras
Ensuring security staff are at the front door, the back door, and roaming the premises, both inside and outside. Staff that’s experienced, vigilant, and friendly
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