EDC, the largest electronic dance music festival in the United States, returns to Vegas from May 16 to 18, at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The 2025 edition features the theme kineticMETROPOLIS, so the venue will transform into a futuristic cityscape. But, before getting into the craziness and magic of the festival, many love to relax – and pre-party – Vegas style…at a pool! Below are the 10 hottest pool parties in town, taking place during EDC week:
1. Bassrush Pool Party
You can’t party all day if you don’t start in the morning! Thursday, May 15, from 11AM, enjoy Bassrush Pool Party at Daylight Beach Club (Mandala Bay). The party features the following line-up: Andy C, Basstriper, Fallen + MC Dino, Jessica Audifred, Riot Ten, Samplifire, and Vastive. Tickets start at $48.
2. Basscon Night Swim
Following right after at the Daylight Beach Club on Thursday night is Basscon Night Swim. The event kicks off at 9PM, and you can catch Code Black B2B Devin Wild, D-Sturb, Da Tweekaz, Mish, Restricted, & Yosuf. Tickets cost $58.
3. Day Trip EDC Week Pool Party
Start the weekend early with this pool party, taking place on Thursday, May 15, at The Pool at Virgin Hotels. Vibe along with Adam Ten, Azzecca, Gorgon City, Jackie Hollander and Riordan. The event starts at 1PM, and tickets cost $32 for general entry.
4. EDC Week Pool Party
Taking place at Virgin Hotels, the official EDC hotel this year, this extravaganza happens on Friday, May 16. Expect to see Audien, Danny Avila, Deerock, Morten, Nostalgix, Telykast, and Yellow Claw presents Euro Trash. It kicks off at 11AM, and tickets start at $32.
5. Kid Funk EDC Pool Party
Friday, May 16, this electrifying EDC week pool party takes place at Daylight Beach Club, from 11 AM. DJ Kid Funk spins high-energy beats, fueling a day of non-stop dancing…it’s the perfect start of the official weekend! Tickets start from $35.
6. Confession Pool Party
On Saturday, May 17, from 11AM, catch Confession Pool Party at Virgin Hotels. Here, you can dance around to the beats of Biscits Carrie Keller, Malaa, Tchami, and Walker & Royce. Tickets start at $32.
7. Dreamstate
Saturday morning brings another party at Daylight Beach Club. This one features Cosmic Gate, Laura Van Dam, Lauren Mia, Le Youth, and Trance Wax. It kicks off at 11AM, and tickets start at $35.
8. Kygo @ Palm Tree Beach Club
Kick of Saturday with Kygo, at Palm Tree Beach Club at MGM Grand Las Vegas. The party starts at 11 AM, and tickets are $40 – $67.
9. Martin Garrix @ TAO Beach
Another option for your Saturday morning vibes is this great event, which brings Martin Garrix at TAO Beach Club at 11 AM. Moreover, the artist will mix together with Justin Mylo – double the fun! Tickets cost between $40 – $67.
10. Lost in Dreams EDC Pool Party
End the weekend in style with this bright and early pool party (11AM), taking place on Sunday at the Virgin Hotels. The following artists will complete the atmosphere: Adventure Club, Baby Savage, CHYL, Elephante, Luci, and MitiS. As all other events at this location, tickets costs $32 for general entry.
Ready to pre-party, party, or after-party at some of Vegas’ best pools, with some of the world’s best beats?! Enjoy any one of these EDC week pool parties – you won’t be disappointed!