Top 10 Best Pool Parties & Dayclubs in Las Vegas in 2021
As summer approaches, it can be quite the challenge to find that epic party that’ll give you memories to last a lifetime. In all your wisdom and party expertise, you find yourself selecting Vegas as your next party destination (good call). You’ve done most of the work, crushing that low carb diet for months, hitting the gym and now you’re finally ready to show off the washboard abs and rage in the sun. Time to find that epic Las Vegas Pool party.
There’s just one problem – this is your first Vegas trip and you’re not sure which pool party to go to. Maybe it’s not your first Vegas trip but you might be asking which DJs are at which Las Vegas pool parties? Which pool parties play hip hop? Which pool parties feature EDM music? What are the hottest dayclubs and pool parties in Vegas? Which pool parties have a free guestlist?
Don’t worry, we’ve got all the info and more to help you choose the best party to cater to whatever your needs may be. First, check out the top 10 pool parties & dayclubs in Las Vegas video and article below. Then, download the FREE Discotech App, which allows you to see who’s spinning / performing and where, table pricing, booking tables, buying tickets, and signing up for FREE guest list with a few taps on your phone.
Encore Beach Club at Wynn Encore (EDM)
Forget Disneyland, Encore Beach Club is known to many Vegas pool partygoers as “the happiest place on earth”. And after spending a day at EBC it would be hard to disagree with them: Encore’s impressive layout boasts a 50,000 square foot space complete with lounges, couches, daybeds, cabanas, bungalows, lily pads, 3 pools, a state of the art sound system, champagne showers, and even a gaming pavilion.
Not only is the pool always clean and the EDM music great, but the dance floor is also easily accessible and food is served straight to your cabana (always a bonus). Encore Beach Club’s resident DJs include world renowned talents such as The Chainsmokers, David Guetta, Kygo, Alesso, Diplo, and more. Best of all, during the summer Encore turns into EBC at Night; so put on your swimsuit, jump in the pool and party with your favorite DJ under the stars!
Drai’s Beach Club at Cromwell (Hip Hop)
All the way up on the 11th floor of The Cromwell, Drai’s Beach Club towers over what is arguably the busiest intersection in Vegas. During the daytime, it’s a beach pool party on steroids; as night falls, it evolves into an upscale, high-voltage nightclub. The dayclub features an unblocked rooftop which provides an unrivaled view of the Red Rock Mountains far off in the distance and the Bellagio fountains, located right across the street. The club is outfitted with a central pool surrounded by palm trees while pink curtains shroud the second-floor cabanas adorned with HD TVs – but with all the beautiful people dancing along to a live DJ, it’s doubtful anyone will be watching much television.
On the flipside, the nightclub is a two-story indoor space that faces the dayclub pool and is decked with shiny black semi-circular booths and a horseshoe DJ station, all surrounded by columns decorated with tons of postage stamp-sized mirrors. Drai’s will most often be playing top 40 / hip-hop but it will depend on the DJ. The nightclub regularly features some of the biggest name hip-hop artists in the world including 2 Chainz, Wiz Khalifa, 50 Cent, Gucci Mane, Migos, Lil Wayne, Trey Songz, TY Dolla $ign, and more. On occasion they’ll bring in EDM DJs such as Quintino or Sidney Samson; on those days you’ll get a mix of hip-hop and EDM. We highly recommend checking out the upcoming schedule before planning your trip!
Pro-tip: Hotel guests at the Cromwell get free access to the dayclub!
Marquee Dayclub at The Cosmopolitan (EDM)
A sprawling club complex located in the heart of Vegas, Marquee is arguably one of the key figures of the Stateside dance music revolution. Split into Marquee Dayclub – a luxurious, sun-filled poolside space open during summer – and Marquee Nightclub, which is further split into The Boom Box Room, Library and Main Room, Marquee is undoubtedly one of the most impressive venues in the whole of the US.
If you’re still skeptical, just wait until you hear about Marquee’s sound and light systems: a Funktion One sound system with 32,000-waitt subwoofers and a state-of-the-art audio-visual stage set-up designed by singer Steve Liberman. Marquee provides nothing but the best to accommodate the high flyers that have been known to frequent the venue. The dayclub itself features three-story Bungalow Lofts complete with cabanas, living quarters, and grand Las Vegas pool cabanas with infinity pools and a party deck on top. Featuring artists such as Alan Walker, Robin Schulz, Deorro, Gorgon City, Cedric Gervais, and Oliver Helders, you can expect that this place gets WILD.
Wet Republic at MGM Grand (EDM)
A playground for partygoers and celebrities alike, Wet Republic at MGM Grand combines the best elements of Vegas nightlife with superior poolside accommodations to create the ultimate pool party experience. The unrivaled hot spot provides a variety of experiences for its guests, whether it’s relaxing over cocktails in the poolside lounge, chilling in exclusive VIP bungalows, or basking under the sun amidst the party scene on the main pool deck.
MGM Grand’s 54,500 square-foot pool recently underwent a $3.574 million remodel to renovate 18,400 square feet of the space. Just last year, the pool debuted an expanded DJ booth, upgraded LED display, extended bar and new furniture. The latest renovations add six new VIP bungalows equipped with furnishings like TVs, misting fans and three private plunge pools. New restrooms and shower facilities as well as an extended shade area have also been added. The venue boasts a setlist as impressive as its facilities: resident DJs and artists include Calvin Harris, Tiesto, Zedd, Martin Garrix, Steve Aoki, Tyga, Afrojack and many more.
Daylight Beach Club at Mandalay Bay (Hip Hop)
While Daylight Beach Club may not be the oldest club in the game (it made its debut summer 2013 at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino) it’s certainly gone on to become one of the hottest dayparty spots in Las Vegas. DBC features 70 daybeds, 25 cabanas, 6 LED screens, and a 5,000 square-foot pool. The venue is spacious and provides tons of room to explore, a breath of fresh air from the shoulder-to-shoulder clubbing you’ll find at other spots.
Daylight initially began playing primarily EDM, but with last year’s change in management its vibe has quickly shifted to a Hip-Hop / top 40 vibe. Some of the resident musicians at Daylight include T-Pain, Rick Ross, Saweetie, Jeezy, Morgan Page, and Duke Dumont. It’s open during Vegas’s summer pool season, which usually begins late March/early April and runs up until Labor Day.
Pro tip: We have a free guestlist for girls and even ratio parties that includes drink tickets!
Ayu Dayclub at Resorts World
Ayu Dayclub is an outdoor paradise that takes direct inspiration from nature as they attempted (and we’d say succeeded) to establish harmony and balance throughout the venue, and the stunning islands of Southeast Asia also served as an influence on the overall design and themes. As our guests wander through the beach club, a series of Instagram-worthy moments should take place as the beauty around you compliments the raging party going on. On both levels of this 41,000 square foot facility, there are plenty of chaise couches, various day beds, and countless cabanas for you to sit back, relax, and enjoy the music. The design incorporates natural features such as stone, bamboo, water, wood, and gravel to create a soothing feeling that is unmatched at any other dayclub. So what’s holding you back from watching some of the most talented artists of our time performing live while you sip an ice cold cocktail? Sign up for the free guestlist, purchase tickets, or reserve bottle service today!
Bare Pool at The Mirage (Hip Hop/ Top 40)
Located in the Mirage, Bare Pool acts almost like a secret hideaway; to find it, one must trek down a winding pathway through a jungle oasis. Upon arrival, guests will find an intimate pool area where women are allowed to wander topless. Bare offers a more relaxing, chill atmosphere without the wall-to-wall, packed-in feeling of some of the other clubs listed. You’ll find 14,000 square-feet of not one but two luxury dipping pools, a full-service bar, six plasma screens, poolside daybeds, chaise lounge chairs and cabanas. As with many Vegas pool clubs, expect to find a seemingly-endless number of beautiful people, seeing and looking to be seen.
As you might have guessed, the atmosphere at Bare Pool is a lot more chill and laid-back than that of other dayclubs and pools. If you’re looking for an out-of-control rager, you’ll want to skip Bare. If you’re looking for a place to kick back and chill with friends with some great background music, Bare Pool is the place to be!
TAO Beach at Venetian (Hip Hop / Top 40)
After it’s recent mega renovation, Tao Beach has evolved into the ultimate dayclub experience. This 47,000 sq ft electric pool party has been fully equipped with the newest in everything sound and lighting, giving you a brilliant show that you’ll be able to feel in your bones. Sitting atop the famous TAO Asian Bistro and Nightclub, visitors are transported into an exotic Balinese escape filled with so much beauty and hedonism you’ll lose track of time. On a weekly basis the seasonal pool club features music from internationally acclaimed DJs and even has celebrity appearances like Jay Z, Heidi Klum, Jamie Foxx, and many more.
As you enter, you’ll find yourself in an open-air club with two 14-foot fire columns, dynamic music from resident and international guest DJs, and strategically-placed daybeds and cabanas that are excellent for resting and hanging out with friends while still being right in the middle of the action. Trust us when we say you don’t want to leave Vegas before checking this party out.
Bonus: XS Nightswim at the Wynn (EDM)
Are you a fan of nightclubs? How about pool parties? A few nightclubs in Las Vegas have combined the two to create the nightswim – the pool party at night.
The Sunday nightswim at XS is the undisputed king. Featuring dry 80 degree nights, beautiful people, and the biggest DJs in the world, nightswims are a unique experience that are essential to any Vegas trip. XS does not host a day party so your only opportunity to get in the water at the King of Clubs is the Sunday XS nightswim.
XS nightswim on Sundays is THE best party in Vegas, hosting up to 5,000 people in a gorgeous venue. Party to the beats of DJs and artists such as The Chainsmokers, David Guetta, Diplo, Alesso, Kygo, and Drake. If you’re in Vegas Sunday night, you need to be at this party.
Since the opening of Rehab at the Hard Rock Hotel in 2003, the day-clubbing phenomenon has turned Las Vegas into a 24-hour party paradise.
Of all America’s major cities, only Phoenix and Arizona matches Las Vegas for sunshine. On average, 85% of the hours from dawn until dusk are showered in golden rays meaning it’s always pool weather here. Since the weather is phenomenal, the big hotels all compete to build better and more elaborate spaces for bathing and partying. Caesars’ recently revamped Garden of the Gods complex.
But, since this is Las Vegas, merely splashing around in water is not enough, no matter how cool the pool. In the past 10 years, the non-stop party vibe of Las Vegas has been cranked up a notch with the introduction of the day club. For the real money-no-object VIP experience, book a cabana.
Las Vegas Dayclub & Pool Party FAQ
What time do Las Vegas Pool Parties typically open?
Dayclubs and pool parties typically open around 10:30-11 AM. If you want to avoid lines, we recommend arriving by 10-10:30. During busy weekends like Memorial Day Weekend, it might be smart to arrive even earlier. Almost all pool parties (with the exception of certain events at Encore Beach Club and Wet Republic) will have a free even ratio guest list.
What time do Las Vegas pool parties typically close?
Pool parties typically close around 6 PM. It may depend on how the party is going, but things typically wind down by 6:30 or 7 at the latest. Remember at most of these venues they need to clean up and set up so they may reopen at night
What time does the headlining DJ usually come in in Las Vegas dayclubs?
The headlining DJ usually comes on anytime between 1-2 PM.
How long do DJs play in Las Vegas?
The headlining DJ usually plays a 1.5 – 2 hour set but can go longer depending on how the DJ feels.
What is the dress code like at Las Vegas dayclubs and pool parties? What should I wear to Las Vegas pool parties?
Pool attire. Swimwear, flip flops, hats, etc are all ok. Jerseys and wifebeaters (undershirts) are not allowed. Hats are okay.
Can I smoke cigarettes in Las Vegas pool parties?
Yes, you can smoke cigarettes in most Las Vegas pool parties.
Can I smoke weed at Las Vegas pool parties?
Even though weed was just legalized in Nevada, most casinos still ban marijuana from the premises. If you are caught with weed or weed paraphernalia at most clubs, they will deny you entry / kick you out. We wouldn’t recommend risking it. Many of the pool parties do a VERY thorough search.
How can I get into Las Vegas dayclubs & pool parties for free?
All Las Vegas pool parties have a free girl’s guestlist, and most have a free even ratio guestlist – Entry is free if you have the same number of girls (or more) in your party, even on big holiday weekends. You can sign up for the guestlist using our free mobile app.
How can I book bottle service for Las Vegas pool parties & dayclubs?
You can book table service using our free mobile app. Or, if you’re on desktop you can use our webapp.
How much is bottle service at Las Vegas pool parties?
Table minimums can get pretty expensive, but every pool party is different. The best way to find out is to use our app.
Where can I store my stuff at the pool parties?
Most of the dayclubs will have lockers for rent. They usually have free towels available as well.
Should I buy tickets to Las Vegas dayclubs/pool parties?
We recommend buying tickets during holiday weekends and for big name DJs (Alesso, Kaskade, Chainsmokers, Tiesto, Calvin Harris etc). The ticket line is usually faster and shorter than the guestlist line.
Which Vegas pool parties play Hip Hop?
Check out our guide to the best hip hop pool parties in Las Vegas.
Which Vegas pool parties play Electronic music (EDM)?
Check out our guide to the best EDM pool parties in Las Vegas.
Can you bring your own alcohol to Vegas pools?
No vegas pool parties allow you to BYOB. That’s how they make most of their money – selling alcohol to drunk partygoers!
Are there pool parties during the week in Vegas?
Many pools will be open during the week for you to lounge and get your tan on, but there are generally no “pool parties” with DJs headlining. Vegas pool parties are usually open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
What month do pool parties start in Vegas?
Vegas pool parties typically start up in March. Official start dates vary by season and weather – unofficial openings are usually mid march, with grand openings towards the end of March.
Are pool parties open in Vegas in October?
Pool parties are usually open to mid October but it really depends on the weather.
Are there pool parties in Vegas in November?
Pool parties are closed in November.
How much are pool parties in Vegas?
General admission ranges from 20-60+ depending on the DJ and venue. You can buy tickets in advance that usually let you get in a faster line. There are also guest lists that are usually free for even ratio parties before a certain time.
