Frequently Asked Questions
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Venue questions
Where is COG?
COG will be at the CCBC Resort Hotel just outside of sunny Palm Springs, California.
Cathedral City Boys Club
68300 Gay Resort Drive
Cathedral City, CA 92234
760-324-1350
Getting to the resort
The closest airport to the event is Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), about a 10 minute drive or ride-share from the event space. There aren’t a huge number of flights in, so it’s likely you may be able to arrange a ride share from the airport with other attendees.
There are also several other airports in the region including Ontario International Airport (ONT) - about 1 hour and 15 minute drive away, and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) - about 2 hours drive away. Both of these airports are connected via bus shuttle to Palm Springs.
​Resort Rules
The CCBC Resort requires a government issued ID for entry. Attendees must be over 21 years of age. No illegal drugs - legal drugs such as smoking are allowed outside, but no smoking or vaping is allowed in the rooms.
While inside the walls of the resort, all manner of body parts can be displayed and used. However, nudity and sex are only allowed inside of the resort itself. The bar, which sits just outside the resort, requires full coverage, though you are welcome to wear full-coverage gear there.
You will be asked to sign an agreement to all CCBC rules before entering the resort.
What are the rooms like at COG?
There are a whole range of room sizes at COG, and each will have different amounts of play and storage space. Many attendees will play more in the outdoor spaces, since there’s usually more space available.
The rooms have heaters and AC, but not very thick blankets, so nights can get a bit cold. Consider bringing an extra blanket if you don’t like sleeping with the heat on.
How many to a Double Queen Room?
​Minimum & Maximum is 4 attendees. It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct number of attendees in your room.
How many to a Single King Room?
Minimum is 2 / Maximum is 3 attendees. It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct number of attendees in your room.
Ticketing
How will Hotel ticketing work?
This year when you book your tickets you will also select your room (if you wish to be room holder). Within two weeks the hotel will call you to take payment and formally confirm.
Room Holder?
The one who the venue contacts to book the room. As a Room Holder, you are responsible for managing and filling you room.
I'm not a Room Holder, do I still need a ticket?
Yes. Look for the General Admission ticket during registration.
Did the hotel prices go up?
No, we negotiated with the hotel to keep the prices the same as 2024! Big win.
What are the opening dates?
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8/13 @ 12pm PST - Two Week Attendee & Hotel Tickets (For All Past COG Attendees)
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(Ends 8/19 @ 12pm PST)
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8/20 @ 12pm PST - One Week Attendee & Hotel Tickets (For All Past COG Attendees)
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8/27 @ 12pm PST - New Attendee Applications/Waitlist
What comes with my ticket?
General Admission - Both Sessions/Two Weeks (1/30/24-2/9/24)
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$660 ($60 Savings!)
Includes:
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10% Bonus Off Your Entire Hotel Stay On-Top of the COG Discounted Rate*
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20% Off Food & Non-Alcoholic Beverages
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Free Access to the Wednesday (Mid-Week) Party
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Special Swag Item
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COG Nalgene Water Bottle
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Full Access to Both Weekend Event
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*Those staying 1/30-2/9 at the ressort including Mid-week. Those who don't stay midweek at CCBC are not eligible for this discount.
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General Admission - One Sessions/One Weekend (1/30/24-2/2/24) OR (2/6/24-2/9/24)
$360
Includes:
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Full Access to the Weekend Event
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COG Nalgene Water Bottle
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Dinner on Saturday & Midnight Snacks
What should I expect?
When should I arrive at COG?
Official events begin late in the afternoon on Thursday. Attendees are welcome to (and often do) arrive Wednesday.
When should I leave COG?
Official events end on Sunday, but the staff, and many attendees will hang out until Monday morning.
Why is COG only providing one main Saturday meal in 2025?
​Two reasons:
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We wanted to focus the efforts on one big awesome meal for the COG family vs. splitting resources.
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This will also allow longer and more flexible scene time plus allow the COG attendees to explore the awesome restaurants nearby.
We still will be providing three (3) Midnight snacks on Thursday, Friday & Saturday night.
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One (1) main meal & three (3) midnight snacks.
Non-COG Muggles
The CCBC Resort will be open to business besides ourselves. While COG has booked the majority of the spaces, there will still be some other people visiting the resort. Please be aware of this in the public space.
COG will have a section of the resort as a private event area, where only COG attendees will be allowed to enter. For the most part, these non-COG people will be friendly, respectful, and curious.
What do we do at COG?
COG is a sex-positive, gear-heavy, self-motivated, social event. We on staff want to make sure that attendees have a great time with like minded people. Daily demos, meals, and parties are open to all ticket holders. In the times between official events, attendees are encouraged and empowered to host their own parties.
Bring your social A Game and meet someone new. The 4 days will fly by faster than you can imagine.
What should I wear while at COG?
Palm Springs is warm, sometimes to the point of being hot during the day even in February. However, the nights will still get chilly. You’ll want to bring outfits or gear that can keep you cool during the day, and warm at night.
