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Center Stage Gala

Name: Center Stage Gala
Start: 2026-10-16T19:00:00-07:00
Location: The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert

The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert

1301 N Palm Canyon Dr #301, Palm Springs, CA 92262, USA

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Fri, Oct 16 · 7:00 PM

Friday, October 16, 2026

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The Community Center's signature fundraising gala brings the Coachella Valley together for an evening that celebrates queer community and supports vital local services. Expect live performances, elegant atmosphere, and the chance to be part of something that directly funds counseling, youth programs, food banking, and advocacy work right here in the desert.

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