Nightlife is shedding its youth-only obsession. From daytime raves to high-fidelity listening bars, a new intergenerational era is emerging. Gen Z and Boomers are uniting on the dancefloor, prioritizing vibe and connection over age.
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Insomniac and Future Vibes are aggressively recalibrating the calendar, moving the festival’s third edition to December 18–20 to capture the peak-season Phuket crowd.
On January 9, 2026, a fatal shooting marred Solomun’s set at Tehmplo Tulum, leaving a local worker dead while the party continued. We analyze the incident, the controversy, and the evolving risks of Tulum’s nightlife.