The Red Piano

For a unique experience on the Boardwalk in Philipsburg, visit Dutch Blonde Beach Bar. Here you’ll enjoy award-winning beer and creative cocktails, karaoke on Friday nights, exciting escape rooms and much more.

The Rusty Parrot, on the way to Pointe Blanche, boasts an Instagram-worthy sundown view of Philipsburg across Great Bay as you sip a flute of sparkling wine or a handcrafted cocktail. A DJ is often on hand to rev up the party on the deck of this “pirate” ship.

The Red Piano in Pelican Key is the spot for live-music lovers. Chart-topping hits and classics pour from the piano every night. Ask the pianist for a favorite tune or join the “congregation” on Monday nights for the soul-touching music of Church on Mondays, a live band that gets everyone up and dancing. Grab a drink, dance the night away and make new friends over a game of pool.

The famed Topper’s Restaurant & Bar is the place to make your own music. The popular eatery is now in a new spot — the former Carousel location on Welfare Road. It remains a favorite spot for singers of all ranges — those who deserve a record deal and others who should keep the notes confined to their showers. No matter where you fall on the scale, this is still the spot for fun!

You always have a friend at 3 Amigos in Maho. Either you bring one, two or more, or make a whole lot of new ones at this spot for music, food and adventures. 3 Amigos is a place to mingle and be seen as you survey the scene.

When the urge to woo Lady Luck takes hold, just across the street is one of the luckiest spots on the island: Casino Royale of Sonesta Maho Beach Resort, Casino & Spa. The casino has over 21,000 square feet of gaming and entertainment options — the largest on the island. In addition to alfresco restaurants, there are highly rated restaurants as well as outdoor bars and lounges where you can grab a few cocktails after dinner and have a great time at Maho Village. Also check out the casino theater for an energetic stage show.

Soggy Dollar Bar in Simpson Bay started out as a hot spot for yacht crew members. Now, it’s a popular outdoor party destination. Friday nights are epic, as are the specialty parties that call to the daring and curious. The DJs spin chart toppers and classic dance favorites to keep the party going into the next morning.

Still want more? Remember, the island “Happy Hour” often lasts longer than 60 minutes. The usual time for the drinks to pour at special rates is around 4 p.m. Most restaurants and bars add their own twist to Happy Hour by coupling drinks with tapas and entertainment.

To scope out the best parties and happenings, do what the locals do: grab a copy of The Daily Herald, the island’s only newspaper in English. On Thursdays, flip to the Out n’ About section. This weekly insert outlines the island’s major nightlife happenings.

The island prides itself on safe partying. Locations where larger groups of people can gather to enjoy music and more require patrons to show proof of vaccination (a vaccination card or QR code) or a negative COVID-19 test no older than 48 hours. Due to the fluid nature of the pandemic, regulations are subject to change; so check with official island information websites, your concierge or any of the up-to-date Facebook groups to keep the party going.

Ready to party? The party capital of the Caribbean is ready for you!