Palm Springs' gay nightlife and entertainment strip centered on East Arenas Road and the surrounding blocks. Toucans Tiki Lounge Hunter's Video Bar Quadz Video Bar and a growing number of restaurants cafes and shops line this strip. The area transforms into an outdoor party during special events and Pride weekends with the warm desert air making outdoor socializing possible almost year-round. The center of social life for Palm Springs' large permanent LGBTQ community.