Most of us aren’t A-list celebrities or influencers with massive social media followings and access to invite-only preparties and after parties at Coachella , but who cares? Fest300 has rounded up a list of pool parties everyone over 21 can get attend, whether for free or a sweet deal. So pack your flip flops and tube because these Poolchella parties are not to be missed.

FRIDAY

Hawaii-based producer Mr. Carmack continues his world tour with a stop at Hilton Palm Springs before his sets at Coachella, spinning his distinct mix of hip-hop and dance music. TOKiMONSTA will add her unique take on indie electronic, R&B, and dance music to rattle the crowd as Djemba and Penthouse, Falcons and Promnite, and Hoodboi and Kittens all play back to back, respectively.

Who: Mr. Carmack & Friends featuring Tokimonsta, Djemba B2B Penthouse, Falcons B2B Promnite, Hoodboi B2B Kittens, Sosupersam
When: Friday 4/15 12 – 6 pm
Where: Hilton Palm Springs 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Price: $20-$30 daily tickets, $50 weekend passes 

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Base Camp is a new offsite RV and tent camping party that will bring its A-game to Indio. Coachella (and even Stagecoach) party-goers take note: Party in a pool OR a lake, ride in a hot air balloon, witness great live music performances and art shows, and eat at F10 Creative Cheeky’s pop-up restaurant. Feeling groggy and sore? Treat yourself to yoga and a massage.

Who: TBD
When: Friday – Sunday, 12 – 6 pm
Where: Lago Vista Ranch, 82950 61st Avenue, Thermal, CA 92274
Price: Free RSVP

SATURDAY

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The Saguaro is hosting The Dip’s Desert Float, where Abjo will be spinning electronic soul to revitalize you after your first day. Presented by Brownies & Lemonade, The Well, and Nylon Español, Desert Float will also host DJs Lakim, Andre Power, and secret guests. Don’t miss out!

Who: Abjo, Lakim, Andre Power, Fortune, Dessi, B&L All Stars, and Secret Guests
When: Saturday 4/16 12 – 6 pm
Where: The Saguaro Palm Springs 1800 East Pal Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Price: Free RSVP 

Who: Dirty South, Henry Fong, Sam Feldt, Bixel Boys, and Posso at Day Club
When: Saturday 4/16 12 – 6 pm
Where: Hilton Palm Springs 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Price: $20-$30 daily tickets, $50 weekend passes 

Who: Join LCD Soundsystem and No Age for Pitchfork and Tribute Portfolio’s High Tide Pool Party! Pitchfork Radio will be broadcasting the pool party live on p4K Radio.
When: Saturday 4/16 1 – 5 pm
Where: The Riviera Palm Springs, 1600 N Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Price: Free RSVP 

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Who: Walk The Moon DJ Set
When: Saturday 4/16 1 – 4 pm
Where: Secret Location in Indio
Price: Free with RSVP

How Many Virgins? publishes a series a collaborative, editioned artworks where two or more artists come together to create a unique experience. For the first Desert Gold poolside party, How Many Virgins? come together with artist Jenny Sharaf, alongside the David Lynch Foundation, who will provide meditation sessions and workshops, and a pop-up synthesizer lab by Moog.

Who: How Many Virgins?
When: Saturday, 4/16 11 am – 5 pm
Where: Ace Hotel and Swim Club 701 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
Price: Free RSVP 

SUNDAY

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Who: DAM-FUNK (DJ Set), Lee Foss, The Juan Maclean, Corey Sizemore, and Richie Panic presented by Lights Down Low
When: Sunday 4/17 1 – 7 pm
Where: The Saguaro Palm Springs, 1800 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
Price: Free RSVP

Who: Pete Tong with Bob Moses, Dubfire, Lee K, and Nicole Moudaber presented by Sound Nightclub
When: Sunday 4/17 12 – 6 pm
Where: Hilton Palm Springs, 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Price: $20-$30 daily tickets, $50 weekend passes

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Who: TBD at Desert Sundays – Presented by The Do Over, adidas Originals, house of Marley, Serato, and Ace Hotel
When: Sunday 4/17 12 – 6 pm
Where: Ace Hotel and Swim Club (Commune), 701 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Price: Free RSVP

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Who: Know Wave, Don’t Cry, Don’t Beg at Desert Gold
When: Friday, 4/17 11 am – 6 pm
Where: Ace Hotel and Swim Club, 701 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Price: Free RSVP 

Stay tuned for Poolchella 101, Weekend 2 next week!