Nightmare in Paradise Descends Upon Adrift Tiki Bar Sept. 30-Nov. 1
Photo courtesy of Casey Wilson
Denver’s premier tiki destination transforms into a haunted oasis for month-long Halloween takeover
DENVER (September 17, 2025)— Adrift Tiki Bar is trading palm trees for pumpkins this fall with the launch of "Nightmare in Paradise," a spine-tingling Halloween takeover running from September 30 through November 1. For an entire month, Denver's beloved tropical escape will transform into the ultimate destination for Halloween enthusiasts, featuring ghoulish decorations, a Creepy Cocktail menu, and a lineup of bewitching events that blend island vibes with Halloween magic.
"We're excited to give our signature tiki experience a deliciously dark twist," says Peaches Ayers, Chef and General Manager at Adrift. "Nightmare in Paradise allows us to showcase our creativity while maintaining the fun and immersive atmosphere that our guests love – just with a few more skeletons and considerably more fog."
Adrift’s talented bar team has curated an otherworldly menu of Creepy Cocktails that blend tropical flavors with Halloween fright. All Creepy Cocktails are $17.
Eye of the Beholder: Submitted for your approval, an Old Fashioned from the 5th Dimension. Rye Whiskey, Aged Rum, Donns Mix, and Herbstura. Tastes of both shadow and substance
Poison Apple: A tempting bite from the darkest orchard. Jamaican Rum, Apple Brandy, Blended Scotch, Madeira, Spiced Pear, Demerara, and Citrus. Sweet, sinister, and dangerously smooth. Your first sip – or your last bite
Bayou Blood: Brewed where spirits walk and shadows whisper. Haitian Rhums, Sage, Cognac, Benedictine, Acidified Grapefruit, Demerara, Absinthe, and Peychaud’s. Earthy, herbal, and spellbound. Sharp as a voodoo doll’s pin — beware what you summon
Frog’s Breath: A swampy spell in a glass. Puerto Rican Rum, Overproof Jamaican Rum, Green Herbal Liqueur, Pineapple, Basil, and Lime. Tropical, twisted, and herbaceous. Looks like poison, tastes like paradise
Trick-or-Chi Chi: What do you get when a jack-o’-lantern crashes a luau? Guyanese Rum, Amaro, Coconut, Acidified Pineapple, and Pumpkin Spice. Sweet, spiced, and maybe just a little mischievous
The Mourning Harvest: Wailing from the waters, her sorrow seeps into every sip. Mexican Whiskey, Mezcal, Green Chile, Elote, Lime, Agave, and Molé. A smoky, spicy lament — raise this ghostly chalice to La Llorona’s eternal mourning
Enjoy the following spooktacular punch bowls. Each punch bowl can serve two ($34) to four ($66) people.
Venom & Vice: Trader Vic’s iconic Scorpion Bowl. Lime, orange, orgeat, demerara, Holmes Cay Heritage rum, cognac, gin. Balanced and easy drinking but beware the Scorpion Stings!
Death Sentence: The jury’s verdict is unanimous. A fatal mix of lime, orange, maple, 10 yr armagnac, allspice, and bitters. Found guilty on all counts of tasting richly decadent
Non-Alcoholic but ever more terrifying:
Graveyard Grog ($14): Whispered through the tombstones, this grog awakens the senses. Lime, Grapefruit, Honey, Cinnamon, and The Pathfinder N/A Spirit. Bitter-sweet and hauntingly refreshing. Spirited in every sense but one
Spookiest Shots priced at $8:
The Curse: One shot to bind you — Overproof Jamaican Rum, Pineapple, Amaro, Lime, and Shiso
The Unknown: A surprise shot from the dark corners of the menu. A secret taste of the night. Allergies? Please alert us before you tempt fate
Freaky Events throughout October:
Red Rum Wednesdays: Every Wednesday, Adrift will be bathed in crimson light as classic Halloween films play on the big screen. Guests can enjoy discounted Creepy Cocktails and shots while watching their favorite frightening flicks.
Haunted Happy hours: Get your spook on with the best happy hour in town!
Freaky Tiki Tuesdays: All night long
Red Rum Wednesdays: Discounted seasonal specials
Thursday: 5-7 p.m.
Friday: 4-6 p.m.
$10 Pumpkin Spice Chi Chis on October 10
Join the South Broadway Halloween Bar Crawl and then head to Adrift to enjoy $10 Pumpkin Spice Chi Chis. All proceeds will be donated to support the South Broadway Halloween Parade, making every sip a contribution to the community's Halloween celebration.
Goblins & Grammar Adult Spelling Bee October 16 from 7-9 p.m.
Test your spelling skills in this wickedly fun adult spelling bee. Participation is first-come, first-served. First, second, and third place prizes await the best spellers who can handle both Halloween vocabulary and tiki cocktails. Seating begins at 6:45 p.m. Get here early, grab and drink, and get ready to show who’s the ultimate spelling champ!
Tiki Carving & Cocktails on October 23rd from 7-9 p.m.
Combine Halloween tradition with tiki flair at this creative pumpkin carving contest which is open to all on a first come first serve basis. Seating begins at 6:45 p.m. and space is limited. Pumpkins and tools will be provided. Prizes will be awarded for first, second, and third place.
SOUTH BROADWAY HALLOWEEN PARADE October 25
The parade begins at 6 p.m. and Adrift will be a key stop along the South Broadway Halloween Parade route, offering the perfect spot to grab a Creepy Cocktail before or after the festivities.
Reservations for Nightmare in Paradise are highly encouraged. For more information about Adrift’s Mai Tai Week, contact Chea Franz at Chea@IndieCreativeCo.com.
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About Adrift Tiki Bar & Restaurant
Located in Denver’s South Broadway neighborhood known for its eclectic mix of live music venues, art-house movie theaters, bars and acclaimed restaurants, Adrift draws on the rich history of authentic Tiki lounges and modernizes the traditions borrowing from an array of island flavors and cultures. Serving elevated cocktails and spice route-inspired bites, Adrift features an extensive collection of 100+ rums from all over the world. The space has indoor and outdoor seating and 70-year-old hand-carved totems that stand adjacent to Puffer fish pendant lights in a vibrant space where guests can delight in Adrift’s take on everything from the traditional Mai Tai or Zombie to frozen Chi-Chi concoctions and punch bowls, which are presented with flair including fresh flowers and hand-pressed juice. Diners will discover well-executed global cuisine including their delectable Spam Musubi, Island Bowls, and other Polynesian fare. As part of Adrift’s social responsibility program, The Mana Immersion Fund provides financial assistance to humanitarians with a