The best bars & nightlife in Hot Springs

9 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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The Lobby Bar at the Arlington nails that old-school elegance with those famous murals and a room that feels like Hot Springs lore come to…

239 Central Ave

The Lobby Bar at the Arlington nails that old-school elegance with those famous murals and a room that feels like Hot Springs lore come to life. Slide in for expertly crafted cocktails, fine wines, premium spirits, and weekend live entertainment that turns a casual drink into a mini night out.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, September 3, 2026

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Copper Penny Pub nails that traditional Irish pub energy with the trifecta they swear by: alcohol, good food, and good music. Grab a pint,…

711 Central Ave

Copper Penny Pub nails that traditional Irish pub energy with the trifecta they swear by: alcohol, good food, and good music. Grab a pint, share some mouthwatering pub grub, then stick around for karaoke, DJs, and local bands that turn an ordinary weeknight into a memory.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, September 8, 2026

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The HEIST

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Tucked above Vault, The HEIST is an intimate, bank-era lounge pouring handcrafted cocktails, serving delicious food, and setting the mood…

723 Central Ave #200

Tucked above Vault, The HEIST is an intimate, bank-era lounge pouring handcrafted cocktails, serving delicious food, and setting the mood with music across creatively decorated rooms. When you need something that feels special without the fuss, make it your low-key escape this week, Hot Springs.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, September 11, 2026

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Head up to The Rooftop Bar this week for lunch, dinner, and cocktails with the best views in Hot Springs, stretching over downtown and into…

340 Central Ave

Head up to The Rooftop Bar this week for lunch, dinner, and cocktails with the best views in Hot Springs, stretching over downtown and into the National Forest. Garage door windows and a relaxed, breezy vibe make it a clutch spot for post-work hangs or a low-key weekend treat.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, September 13, 2026

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Ohio Club

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Since 1905, The Ohio Club has been doing the hometown hang right, with Arkansas' oldest bar status, a speakeasy past, and a who's-who of…

336 Central Ave (Hot Springs National Park)

Since 1905, The Ohio Club has been doing the hometown hang right, with Arkansas' oldest bar status, a speakeasy past, and a who's-who of visitors from Capone to Babe Ruth. Swing by for live music Thursday through Sunday and food made with quality ingredients, plus that vintage hospitality locals appreciate.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, September 4, 2026

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Star Bar

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Star Bar, tucked inside Vapors Live, turns Friday nights into your personal concert with karaoke hosted by award-winning DJ Crazy Dave.…

315 Park Ave

Star Bar, tucked inside Vapors Live, turns Friday nights into your personal concert with karaoke hosted by award-winning DJ Crazy Dave. Grab your friends this week, pick a power ballad or a guilty-pleasure banger, and let Hot Springs cheer you on like the rockstar you are.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, August 24, 2026

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Superior Bathhouse Brewery turns a landmark bathhouse into your neighborhood spot for pints actually brewed with Hot Springs thermal water,…

329 Central Ave (Hot Springs National Park)

Superior Bathhouse Brewery turns a landmark bathhouse into your neighborhood spot for pints actually brewed with Hot Springs thermal water, the only beer like it in the world. It’s also the only brewery inside a national park, with a menu and beer to-go when your porch is calling.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, September 1, 2026

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Maxine's Live

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Maxine's Live keeps the energy high with live music, burlesque, drag, and karaoke, plus Chicago-style deep dish pizza and cocktails that…

700 Central Ave

Maxine's Live keeps the energy high with live music, burlesque, drag, and karaoke, plus Chicago-style deep dish pizza and cocktails that are, frankly, pretty dang good. Grab a friend, peek the calendar for this week, then pick a night and let the stage do the heavy lifting.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, September 22, 2026

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The Big Chill

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The Big Chill keeps the main stage hopping with bands and weekly fun like trivia and karaoke, then fuels it with legit pizzas, sandwiches,…

910 Higdon Ferry Rd

The Big Chill keeps the main stage hopping with bands and weekly fun like trivia and karaoke, then fuels it with legit pizzas, sandwiches, and specialty cocktails. Grab your crew, post up near the stage, and let Hot Springs feel a little louder this week.

From the Hot Springs newsletter, September 16, 2026

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