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A Single’s Guide to Palm Springs, California

by Aoife O'Riordan

May 29, 2026

BlackBook Bar © Visit Palm Springs

Destinations / North America

You won’t find many other places as free-spirited as Palm Springs, California, and for singles looking to find real-world sparks, this city is full of spots to meet your special someone (or simply have fun!).

 

BlackBook Bar

Located in the Arenas District, this spot is perfect for craft cocktails and bites. The bar’s name reflects inclusivity, welcoming all. Drinks include the Dumbass (Absolut pear, lemon and ginger beer), Queen of the Desert (Corazon Reposado, Aperol, lime and orange) and its take on an espresso martini. Burgers, Nashville hot chicken and other tasty bites are also available.

 

Beaton’s © Visit Palm Springs

Beaton’s

Recently opened, this spot is already becoming a must-visit thanks to its vintage glamour, craft drinks and elevated dishes. Cozy up in one of the red velvet booths, whether for aperitivo hour or pre-dinner drinks. Sip on a My Fair Lady, made with Kastra Elion Vodka, falernum, lemon, snap pea and tarragon, or, for gin lovers, Bright Young Thing, a concoction of Sloe & Old Ton gin, yuzu, sfumato, lemon, ginger and orange air.

 

PS Underground

Step into something electric like this fully immersive experience blending fine dining with live theater. Expect themed evenings that come alive through performances, a multicourse menu unfolding in sync with the action and storytelling.

 

Splash House Pool Parties

This August, Splash House returns with the ultimate pool party for EDM and house fans on the decks of Riviera Palm Springs, Renaissance Palm Springs and Saguaro, as well as an after-hours party at Palm Springs Air Museum.

 

Palm Springs Surf Club

Prefer a more outdoorsy spot? This surf club is as social as it is sunny. Dive into the Red Dress Pool Party, sip cocktails at Thirsty Happy Hour or enjoy a night swim pool party with a live DJ and drinks from Island Bar.

 

PS Underground © Visit Palm Springs

The Evening Citizen

For an intimate experience, head to this unadvertised speakeasy, complete with expertly crafted cocktails. The drink menu is classified … so visit yourself to see what awaits. Perhaps more than a tasty drink lies behind its door.

 

Chill Bar

This bar boasts a lively indoor-outdoor scene to mingle and let conversation flow. Enjoy dishes like asada fries, poke nachos, tacos and flatbreads.

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