PEAKLIFE
16-Oct-2025
Make it a night to remember!
After dark, Greater Palm Springs swaps sun-drenched serenity for a stylish mix of music, craft cocktails, and desert cool. From hidden speakeasies and open-air jazz to dance floors that hum past midnight, the city’s nightlife invites exploration. As diverse as its daytime scene, it blends retro flair with modern edge, offering a laid-back yet vibrant circuit of luxury vacation homes, lounges, bars, and clubs made for unwinding, celebrating, and connecting.
Dance & Party Spots
1. Reforma (Palm Springs)
One of the valley’s largest nightlife venues, Reforma turns up the energy with a spacious dance floor, dazzling light shows, and a rotating lineup of DJs spinning everything from Latin beats to global remixes. The vibe is upscale but inclusive — ideal for a night of dancing with friends or celebrating big moments.
2. PS Air Bar (Palm Springs)
Located inside Bouschet wine shop, this quirky aviation-themed lounge delivers high-altitude vibes on the ground. Sip turbulence-free cocktails inside a faux cabin surrounded by aeroplane windows, vintage uniforms, and cheeky flight announcements. While not a dance club, its mood-lifting atmosphere is a total trip.
Tiki & Themed Lounges
1. Bootlegger Tiki (Palm Springs)
Transport yourself to a mid-century Polynesian paradise at this cosy, dimly lit bar hidden behind a nondescript door. Bartenders shake up expertly balanced mai tais, zombies, and rum-forward creations with fresh ingredients and serious flair. It is a true locals’ favourite for starting or ending the night.
Live Music & Intimate Lounges
1. Vicky’s of Santa Fe (Indian Wells)
This supper club-style venue is where live music meets steakhouse elegance. Settle in for a night of smooth jazz, soulful vocals, or acoustic classics, paired with a menu of hearty entrées and craft cocktails. The lounge feels refined yet relaxed — a perfect date-night setting.
2. Kitchen 86 + Bar (El Paseo, Palm Desert)
With a modern industrial aesthetic, string-lit patio, and approachable food-and-drink menu, Kitchen 86 is ideal for casual night owls. Live music on select nights brings the space to life — best enjoyed with one of their signature spritzes, espresso martinis, or shareable flatbreads.
Speakeasies & Hidden Gems
1. Seymour’s (Inside Mr Lyons, Palm Springs)
Tucked behind a velvet curtain inside a beloved steakhouse, Seymour’s channels golden-age glamour with dim lighting, leather booths, and an old-school cocktail menu that leans heavily on bourbon and bitters. If you are looking for a classy, quiet place to sip and savour — this is it.
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