Charleston has Trio for late nights. It has Groovers for the weekends. What it has never had, until now, is a proper day club.
This summer, that changes. Palma Day Club is debuting in Charleston on May 23, 2026, and it is bringing the kind of poolside, house music, afternoon-into-evening experience that people have historically traveled to Miami, Tulum, or Montauk to find. World-class DJs, elevated food, private cabanas, and a full summer season running from Memorial Day through Labor Day. If you have been waiting for Charleston to get something like this, the wait is over.
Here is everything you need to know before you go — and how to make sure your group actually gets there without the logistics headache.
What Is Palma Day Club?
Palma Day Club is a seasonal outdoor pool party and day club series making its Charleston debut in summer 2026. The concept comes from Project 92, a New York-based hospitality group co-founded by Todd Mackall and Ryan Williams, in partnership with Eric Gussin of Take Me There Hospitality — the team behind Trio Nightclub and Groovers in downtown Charleston. If you know those venues, you already know this has real operational backing and a team that understands the Charleston market.
The Charleston location is at 1705 Meeting Street Road, the former home of The Wonderer. Locals who know that space will recognize it as a venue built for exactly this kind of outdoor, social experience.
The format is straightforward: outdoor poolside events every Saturday from 12PM to 6PM, with select Fridays and Sundays added throughout the season. Entry is 21+ and ticketed. The concept is inspired by Palma Day Club Montauk at Montauk Beach House, now in its second Montauk season, which means the Charleston version is launching with a proven playbook.
What to Expect at Palma Day Club Charleston
The Music
The DJ lineup is the centerpiece, and it is genuinely impressive for a daytime outdoor event in Charleston. BLOND:ISH kicks off the season on May 23 — a globally recognized artist with sets at Tomorrowland, Coachella, and Ultra Music Festival. That is the opening act. The rest of the summer features Nora En Pure, Acraze, Loud Luxury, Dombresky, and Kasbo (confirmed for September 4), with more artists to be announced throughout the season.
This is a caliber of talent Charleston rarely sees in a daytime outdoor setting. The lineup rotates all summer, so follow @palmadayclubchs on Instagram for announcements and make sure you are checking dates before you plan your group outing.
The Food
CHS Wagyu is handling the food program, and it is not an afterthought. The anchors are Sir Wiener’s hot dogs and a Wagyu smash burger, alongside lighter fare including mezze spreads and tuna poke nachos. Rotating food and shopping vendor pop-ups are planned throughout the season, so the experience will evolve as the summer goes on. This is food worth factoring into your day, not just something to order because you are hungry.
GA vs. Cabana
General admission tickets range from $30 to $100 depending on the event, with tiered pricing that increases as availability decreases. Buy early, especially for the bigger DJ dates. For groups, private cabanas are available with dedicated VIP hosts and a concierge team. If you are going for a bachelorette, a birthday, or any occasion where you want a dedicated space and someone handling your group’s needs, the cabana upgrade is worth it. The poolside format is built for groups, and having a home base makes the whole day easier.
Tickets and information are at palmadayclubchs.com.
Tips for Going as a Group
Buy tickets early
Pricing increases in phases and the bigger DJ dates will sell out. BLOND:ISH on May 23 is an obvious one to book as soon as tickets are available. Do not wait until the week of.
Go with a group
This venue is designed for exactly that. The poolside cabana format, the afternoon timeframe, the social energy — Palma Day Club is going to be the go-to for bachelorette parties in Charleston, birthday groups, and friend crews who want a full Saturday experience rather than just a night out. If you are planning a special occasion this summer, this is the venue to build it around.
Plan your transportation
1705 Meeting Street Road is accessible, but parking will be limited and the whole point of a day club is that you are drinking from noon to six. A party bus in Charleston solves this cleanly. Everyone arrives together, no one is the designated driver, and the group experience starts before you even get to the pool. Double Black’s fleet runs from a 12-passenger Mercedes Sprinter limo van up to a 28-passenger party bus, so there is a vehicle for every group size.
Double Black Transportation is the official transportation partner of Palma Day Club Charleston. All rides to and from Palma — for any event this summer — receive 10% off. Mention Palma Day Club when you request your quote.
Consider a Friday or Sunday day pass
If you want the pool without the full event crowd, non-event Fridays and Sundays have day passes available. Good option for a lower-key afternoon or a group that wants the experience without the peak Saturday energy.
Check the lineup before you book
Not every date is the same. A Saturday with Loud Luxury is a different day than a quieter Sunday session. Match the date to what your group is actually looking for.
Why Palma Day Club Matters for Charleston
Charleston’s nightlife scene is genuinely strong. Trio and Groovers have built real followings, and the city has no shortage of rooftop bars and late-night options. What it has never had is a serious daytime outdoor event series with a rotating international DJ lineup, elevated food, and the kind of poolside social infrastructure that makes a full afternoon feel like a destination rather than a pregame.
That is the gap Palma fills. The experience people have traveled to Miami, Tulum, or Montauk for is now available locally, every Saturday from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The Take Me There Hospitality connection gives it real local credibility — these are operators who know Charleston, know the crowd, and have the infrastructure to execute at this scale. This is not a one-summer experiment. It is a full season series with serious talent and serious backing, and it is going to be one of the defining Charleston experiences of summer 2026.
Getting Your Group There
If you are planning a group outing to Palma Day Club this summer — bachelorette weekend, birthday, or just a crew that wants to make the most of a Saturday — Double Black handles the transportation so you do not have to think about it. One vehicle, one driver, everyone together from the first pickup to the last drop-off.
As the official transportation partner of Palma Day Club, we are offering 10% off all rides to and from the Day Club for the full 2026 season. Mention Palma Day Club when you reach out.
Request a quote or call (843) 480-9099 to check availability for your date. Summer Saturdays book fast.
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