Open Mic

Monday nights at The Roost are for anyone with something to say—whether that's a song, a story, a joke, or whatever else is on your mind. It's the kind of low-pressure space where new performers get their first real audience and regulars keep coming back because the energy is genuinely supportive. Free entry means there's zero barrier to showing up, whether you're here to perform or just to cheer people on. Come for the performances, stay for the community.

Tuesday night karaoke at The Roost is the kind of thing that starts as a casual idea and ends with you staying way longer than you planned. It's a room full of people who actually want to hear you sing—whether you're belting out your power ballad or hilariously butchering a '90s one-hit wonder. Free entry, crafted cocktails, and a crowd that gets it makes this the easiest way to spend a Tuesday feeling like you belong. Show up solo or bring your chosen family; either way, you're walking out with new people to text.

Spend an evening with vocalist Gennine Francis Jackson at The Roost Lounge. Settle in for reserved seating, great acoustics, and a chance to relax and sing along with a talented performer. Doors open at 5:30pm, show starts at 6pm. Tickets are just $10.

Jai Rodriguez brings the Broadway magic to The Roost — expect a night of showtunes, theatrical flair, and the kind of performance that reminds you why live cabaret matters. This is the real deal: a seasoned performer who knows how to work a room and connect with a crowd. Whether you're a theater kid at heart or just someone who loves watching talented people do what they do best, this Saturday night at The Roost is exactly the kind of community gathering that makes Palm Springs's entertainment scene special.

Desert Hot Things brings the sing-along spirit to The Roost with an old-fashioned hootenanny — pick your favorite 80s hits from a list and belt them out with a room full of people who actually want to hear you. It's the kind of Sunday evening that reminds you why live music and community matter.

Monday nights at The Roost are for anyone with something to say — whether that's a poem, a song, a story, or whatever else you've been working on. It's the kind of low-pressure room where people actually listen, and where you'll hear everything from heartfelt to hilarious. Free entry means zero barrier to showing up, whether you're performing or just there to cheer people on and soak in the creative energy of your community.