Swim, Splash and Sashay Your Way Through Summer at These Palm Springs Pools
Temperatures soar during summertime in Palm Springs, making this desert destination our choice haven for poolside relaxation. Imagine shady cabanas casting shade, the clinking of frosty cocktails and live DJs setting the scene against the backdrop of the majestic San Jacinto Mountains. It’s a place to unwind, let loose and soak up the desert vibes.
The Palm Springs pool party scene is about to turn up the volume on your summer fun, and you’re invited to make a splash. Pack your swimsuit, your most fabulous poolside persona, and get ready to dive in. These are our six favorite pool party destinations in Palm Springs and beyond.
Splash House 2024
When: Aug. 9-11, 16-18, 2024
Find your wet and wild paradise at the 21+ Splash House. Hosted across three Palm Springs hotel pools (and the Palm Springs Air Museum!), this summertime event is like a mini music festival. Electronic dance music bumps through the speakers while you vibe in the pool with your besties. Hotel and festival packages can be purchased online for one of two weekends (Aug. 9-11 and 16-18)—or both if you’re feeling extra frisky. GA passes include transportation between venues with upgraded passes, tables and daybeds available. To get the ultimate experience, we recommend snagging the VIP after-hours passes and renting a cabana! Bring your favorite floaty, and don’t forget your sunblock. This party gets super hot!
Locations: Margaritaville Resort Palm Springs, Renaissance, The Saguaro and Palm Springs Air Museum
The Dinah
When: Sept. 25-29, 2024
This is the queer women’s event of the season—maybe even the year! The Dinah celebrates queer, lesbian and non-binary people with music, drinks and poolside fun. The weekend kicks off with The G Spot Friday pool party at Margaritaville Resort’s main pool, and then rotates through other Palm Springs venues, like Reforma Nightclub. In the past, live entertainment has included the likes of Lady Gaga, Katy Perry and The Pussycat Dolls. Rose Garcia, from the reality show “The Real L Word,” will be hosting this year, while the hottest desert DJs will be spinning your favorite hits. Tickets are available the day of, or you can buy a weekend festival pass—definitely the way to go if you ask us!
Location: Margaritaville Resort Palm Springs
Sqrl Swm Party
When: Jun. 22, 2024
Kicking off the summer is Sqrl Swm Party presented by Grnd Sqrl at Luckie Park Pool in Twentynine Palms. The social swim is for 21+ from 6-10 p.m. and will have beer, wine and food available to purchase. Once the sun goes down, the party picks up under clear, dark skies. Summer nights in the desert feel best when sipping on a cold beer and dancing to a live DJ set. Pick out your favorite warm-weather fit and head down for a sexy way to start your summer. Cheers to fun in the sun!
Location: Luckie Park Pool, Twentynine Palms
Good Vibes Sunset Floating Sound Bath
When: Twice monthly, Jun.-Nov. 2024
Good Vibes Sunset Floating Sound Bath is exactly what you didn’t know your soul needs. If getting buzzed under the sun is not your scene, or if you’re looking to detox from all that tequila, enjoy the sound and vibrations of this floating session. Aromatherapy and soft lighting set a peaceful mood and elevate the sensory experience as you drift into a harmonious subconscious, riding subtle waves outside and inside your body. Good Vibes will mellow your world and leave you feeling more balanced. The sound baths tend to sell out, so don’t wait to purchase a ticket!
Location: Azure Palm Hot Springs
Saguaro SWIMS
When: Every Saturday during summer, 1-5 p.m.
A Palm Springs pool party list is only complete when Saguaro SWIMS is mentioned! This iconic summer series is in the center of the trendy Saguaro hotel every Saturday during the summer from 1-5 p.m. The polychromatic exterior directly reflects the vibrancy of the DJ sets, which are full of life and bring the beats. Locals and tourists gather at this famous oasis where you can soak up the sun, take a dip, have a cocktail and dance until dinner! Cabanas for rent add a VIP feel, each decked out with a mini fridge, TV, custom menus, fans and a dedicated server. There’s never a dull moment at this Palm Springs pool party, which means it fills up quickly—get there early to claim your space!
Location: The Saguaro
Ace Hotel Swim Club
When: Day, month, quarter and annual passes available here
The stylish and exceptional Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs is the hottest place to cool down this summer. This hip sanctuary is surrounded by mountains and stands as a retro ode to Palm Springs’ glory days. It’s even the perfect backdrop for a bikini-clad TikTok! With a lineup of DJs and live entertainment, it’s the place to be any summer weekend. Keep an eye on their socials to stay in the know of future soirées. The crowd is as laid back as the vibes, making it an effortless spot to expand your friend group. We hear the hot tub is a great place to meet people. Day passes are available, though we recommend getting a room because you might not want to leave!
Location: Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs
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