Ultimate Guide to Tulum Parties

One-stop Tulum party central

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Day parties at the best Tulum beach clubs

Party at the best beach clubs in Tulum. I’ll hook you up with access to the top beach clubs and make sure you’re given the best tables and service wherever you go! At these beach clubs, you’re guaranteed an all-out day party. Think Vegas pool party on the beach—champagne-spraying, sparklers, saxophonist, tequila shots, and more!

• Taboo Tulum: This is Rosa Negra Group’s top spot in Tulum—the craziest of the beach clubs—think XS Vegas on the beach!

• Tantra Tulum: A bit classier than Taboo but just as fun. Bring on the champagne!

• Bagatelle Tulum: Classier beach club with pool and resident DJs during the day and an Italian supper club at night (also has sister clubs in Cabo, St. Barths, and Mykonos). Note: Closed during summer low season.

• Mia Beach Club: Mia Tulum returns for another season! Mia hosts a DJ booth right on the beach with afro and house music all afternoon and day beds literally on the sand. Come here for a more casual vibe. It still has an amazing party atmosphere minus the over-the-top bottle-popping scene and tan only steps to the crystal clear Caribbean.

• Gitano Beach: A newcomer in 2024, Gitano Tulum’s beach location has gained popularity as a more chill beach club option without the rave scene. Excellent food and cocktails accompany a pristine beachfront location further down the hotel zone road. Come here for a “recovery” day—if such a thing exists.

The world’s only cenote club

Party (and relax) all day at Vesica Tulum Cenote Club, the world’s only cenote club. It’s open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. but best Friday through Sunday when they have great local and visiting DJs spinning chill Afro, indie, and organic house music. They opened a second cenote on site that is double the size of the main one, so it’s great for swimming or relaxing in a cabana cenoteside. A cenote is a natural sinkhole with crystal-clear water coming from ancient underground rivers. This is not a rave scene—more an oasis escape for the day to chill and take in the stunning nature while vibing to the chiller side of Tulum’s electronic music scene. Check their Insta as they host occasional events (e.g., ¿Por Que No? in January). Vesica combines this natural oasis with incredible Tulum vibes. Save your appetite—Vesica Tulum boasts an excellent menu of locally sourced Mexican cuisine and a robust menu of tequilas and mezcals.

Experience a Tulum full moon party at Papaya Playa Project

This was one of the first spots in Tulum to host parties. It still holds a reputation as a must-visit venue on your Tulum party tour. Save your Saturday night plans for Papaya Playa Project. Check the lunar calendar—PPP is famous for its once-a-month full moon parties on the beach under the stars. They also host New Year's Eve and other events in January, so check their calendar! The vibe is amazing here and the party often lasts later than the rest of Tulum’s beach clubs, with some of the best DJs and electronic music. This is one of the only spots you can see the sun rise on the beach on New Year’s Eve!

World-famous Tulum jungle parties

Tulum is renowned for its jungle parties. You have to go to one to understand what a Tulum jungle party experience entails. A few of the top ones include the now global brand Zamna, Tulum’s more local 18-hour jungle party put on by Damian Lazurus and crew—Day Zero on January 9, and TEHMPLO, which is showcasing Solomun on January 7. I’ll make sure you get tickets (even if they show as sold out) or tables to the best spots in each as well as VIP private transportation. You’ll also want to be decked out in the latest Tuluminati wear (boho-style clothing) and I’ll get you hooked up with top local designers so you look the part! 

• Zamna Tulum: Tulum’s largest jungle festival happening over more than 10 nights in December and January as well as select one-off dates. Headliner DJs and acts such as Rufus du Sol, Keinemusik, John Summit, No Art, and Beaudoin grace Zamna jungle party stages as aficionados rave well into daylight. Expect 5,000 to 30,000 attendees.

• Day Zero Tulum: The number-one annual one-night jungle party in Tulum, favored by locals, on January 9. 18 hours, three stages, endless fun. Around 10,000 attendees. Damian Lazurus is a partner. 

• TEHMPLO Tulum: The only jungle venue close to Tulum’s beach and hotel zone. Plays mostly Afro and organic house DJs. Damian Lazurus is a partner. Solomun makes his return to Tulum here again in January for a 12-hour set!

Tulum beach parties & best Tulum beach club events

Dance the night away on the sand at Tulum’s top nighttime beach clubs. You’ll find top international DJs and beautiful people from all over the globe as everyone leaves their worries behind and dances to the ocean breeze. Both Mia and Vagalume below are day clubs too, but they are best at night when world-class DJs come in to spin. Check the calendar for DJ lineups.

• Mia Beach Club: The number-one beach club in Tulum and most fun vibes under a giant tent on the beach in front of the Mia Resort Hotel on site.

• Vagalume Beach Club: Classier open-air beach club with top electronic music DJs (more melodic house, melodic techno, and progressive house genre) and an Instagram-worthy pool! Note: May be closed during summer low season.

• Umi Beach Club: Their Sunday events with DJs are the top spots locals hang out.

Local don’t-miss parties

• DPM Global: Founded in 2021, DPM is Tulum’s premier party brand. Originating from a phrase used in Spain, “De Puta Madre” translates to “f****** amazing” and is referred to as "DPM” for short. If you’re in search of unforgettable nightlife and top-notch entertainment, look no further. They curate spectacular events at Tulum’s finest venues, including Mia Beach Club and Vesica Cenote Club. At DPM, every party is a unique experience. They consistently feature both local and visiting top DJ talents, offering an electrifying mix of music that keeps the dance floor alive. They’ve booked top international headliners like Disco Lines, Major League DJz, Reelow (Solid Grooves), Mai Lawson, Mathias Meyer, and Madmotormiquel, but what sets them apart is their dedication to creating unforgettable themes for their parties.
  
  From epic St. Patrick’s Day all-day and night ragers to unforgettable Cinco de Mayo fiestas to B2B DJ and World Cup game watches, they know how to turn any occasion into a memorable extravaganza. But that’s not all. DPM is also your gateway to discovering the next big thing in the underground DJ scene. They actively support and host emerging talents from places like Argentina, the U.S., Germany, Mexico, Spain, and beyond. DPM parties are all about embracing pure fun and a touch of madness. Fire shows, captivating gogo dancers, live art, live tattoo artists, and pure fun await you on the dance floor.
  
  In January 2027, they are partnering again with ¿Por Que No? to put on the biggest daytime festival of the season on January 2 and 3 at Vesica Tulum. In 2026 they hosted over 4,000 attendees at Vesica! Secure your tickets here now. Don’t miss out on the adventure—dive into the vibrant world of DPM Global. Follow them on Instagram for a sneak peek and upcoming events. Your Tulum party experience will never be the same!

• Mystical Sunset: Local top event producer Mystical Experiences throws their Mystical Sunset event at top Tulum beach clubs one to two times a month and is known for bringing in top-notch electronic music DJs, particularly techno headliners. With over 100 editions over the last five-plus years, it is now known as one of the most attractive and engaging recurrent parties in Tulum. It integrates music, feelings, and connections with a varied selection of DJs accompanied by drinks and food, over six hours of music and dancing, and some visuals inside top spots like Mia and Kanan Tulum. As part of the event, it is a tradition to host fire shows, body-painting dynamics, and photography shoots.

• ¿Por Que No? Tulum: Born out of Tulum, ¿Por Qué No? is a collective out of Canada whose touring party and festival embraces a “why not” mentality, encouraging you to live life to the fullest. They curate events that combine cutting-edge tribal, Afro, organic house, and techno with Tulum electronic dance music culture and community to create unforgettable experiences. ¿Por Qué No? events are immersive and electrifying, bringing a vibe and energy that can only be found in Tulum’s epic venues. They partner with DPM in January to throw the biggest daytime festival of the year in Tulum (over 4,000 attendees in 2026!), ¿Por Qué No? Tulum at the world’s only cenote club. Do not miss it if you’re visiting in January! This year it will be on January 3 and 4 at Vesica Tulum featuring top headliners like Joezi, Le Twins, Eran Hersch, Simone Vitullo, and Dean Walker. Secure your tickets here now.

Tulum late-night clubs

Tulum has two nightclubs that stay open after most of the 1 a.m. beach club curfews. I’ll make sure you don’t wait in line with access to VIP tables at Bonbonniere and Bestiario. Both clubs host top local and visiting DJs. 

• Bonbonniere Tulum: High-end indoor (yes there’s A/C!) nightclub in the hotel zone open late—think Miami/LA/NYC club vibes. This is the only spot in the beach/hotel zone open until early hours. Great sound system with headliners on weekends. Dress code enforced. Usually open Wednesday through Sunday. They have sister clubs in Europe in Marbella, Mykonos, and St. Tropez. Note: Closed during summer low season.

• Fase Tulum: A newcomer to Tulum’s scene in the former Bestiario space, Fase has quickly established itself as the go-to late-night spot for amazing local and visiting electronic music—no commercial EDM here. Discover amazing talent and dance into the wee hours at the boiler-room-style venue in Tulum’s center, popular with locals. They have a nice cocktail bar, Serengeti, in front too that spins vinyls often. Usually open Wednesday through Sunday.

Party hostels

If there’s nothing going on at the beach and you’re looking for some frat-style hostel fun, then head to one of Tulum’s top party hostels!

• Straw Hat: Never a dull moment here. Spin the wheel for a free (body) shot, but be careful what you wish for as you may end up stripping on the bar or in the pool in your birthday suit! Packed most nights of the week with a fun international hostel crowd and commercial DJ. They also expanded and have a location with rooms directly across from the main bus station on the avenue (former Tulumeña).

• Che Tulum: Tulum’s Argentinian party hostel. Similar to Straw Hat, you can count on Che Hostel for a fun time. Spin the wheel here or join in on their regular drinking games by the pool, and who knows where the night will end! Also great Argentinian bar fare!

• Mayan Monkey Tulum: The largest hostel in town, with a reputation for partiers. Fun rooftop hostel bar and pool for lounging, open during day and night with occasional DJ events.

Tulum after-parties: “Donde es el after?”

Tulum is infamous for its after-parties. I’ll make sure you’ve got the inside scoop on where to go when everything closes. There’s always an after in Tulum. I’ll hook you up with some of the most exclusive and luxury villa parties where there’s always a beautiful crowd and a DJ spinning. If you’re lucky, you’ll find yourself whisked away to a cenote or jungle cave after party with top DJs!

Refuel: Tulum spa & relax day

Not everyone is superhuman. We all need a little R&R in between benders. I’ll show you the top spots to recuperate so you’re back on the dance floor in no time. You don’t even have to move! I have connections with the best local Tulum massage therapists, as well as Tulum IV hydration therapy, who will come to your door. And if you need a little spa circuit, I’ll set you up at Leaf Day Spa or Nomade’s Yaan Spa Tulum with a day pass to hit the steam room, sauna, and plunge pools.

Bonus ball-out day: Yacht party

If you have an extra day, why not go all out and rent a yacht? You will want to do this through a trusted source, whether with me or someone else, because there are all sorts of potential mishaps with bookings and misleading listings when it comes to booking a yacht or catamaran. This also includes which port to rent from (Cancún or Puerto Aventuras). But if you do it right, being on a 50-foot yacht with 20 of your closest friends while having a top Tulum DJ spin as you sail into the sunset is an experience you will never forget. And it usually won’t cost any more than balling out at Taboo. Transportation and open bar and food packages are always worked out, too.

Tulum party dinners, supper clubs & group dining

Enjoy your dinner while continuing the party at these top supper clubs along the beach and jungle in Tulum’s Zona Hotelera (Hotel Zone). Dine while enjoying fire shows and live performances by dancers and gogo’s.

• Illios Tulum: Amazing Greek cuisine with fire and “plates” show. The number-one party dinner spot in Tulum on any given night.

• Rosa Negra Tulum: Lively Latin American restaurant with resident DJ, fire shows, and dancers.

• Bagatelle Tulum: Upscale Italian supper club with shows and resident DJ. Note: Closed during summer low season.

• Gitano Tulum: Top Friday night spot for dinner and “Funky Disco” with DJs at Gitano Jungle location—incredible Mexican fusion cuisine and exquisite cocktails.

• Mia Beach Club: Although a beach club and top DJ event mecca, the food at Mia is excellent and a great spot to fill your appetite before heading into the event.

• Bak Tulum: Makes its return for 2025. Excellent Tulum steakhouse with a side of fire and dancers.

Local spots in Tulum Centro

• La Pizzine Tria: Hidden gem in Tulum’s centro. La Pizzine Tulum hosts local DJs in an open-air courtyard with rooftop one or two nights a week. Monday nights sell out regularly (DM them on Sunday for a guest list!). The pizza is great, and locals and expats flock here to let loose. The reasonable prices don’t hurt either!

• Obsidiana Tulum: Great local rooftop bar which hosts local and visiting Afro and Latin house DJs. Stop in for drinks—you can also order food from their sister restaurant across the street, Onyx, to accompany your margaritas!

• El Barrio Tulum: Serving the best local craft beer in Quintana Roo, from Mundo Maya Brewing Company, El Barrio has a taproom here and upstairs you will find a Tulum-style palapa bar complete with a pool, which regularly hosts local DJ events. Great pub fare available as well. Also don’t miss out on Mundo Maya’s great local hard seltzers.