Memorial Day weekend, the three days that serve as the unofficial kickoff to summer, is truly an epic experience in Las Vegas. If the long weekend has you dreaming of posting up poolside all day and dancing all night, Vegas has you covered. You’ll find it all in the destination, from chart-topping performers like David Guetta at epic pool parties, to pop megastars including Bruno Mars on stage, and the world’s most celebrated DJs – Diplo, anyone? – in world-renowned nightclubs.  

 

Soak Up the Sun  

You’re ready to party and can’t wait to be under the sun with some great DJ-spun beats, specialty cocktails, poolside bites and games galore. So, get ready and jump into the fun that only Vegas can provide at the following 21+ pools and day clubs.  

  • DAYLIGHT Beach Club at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino features a 4,400-square-foot pool, has two additional private pools with cabanas and offers tableside daybed service with a weekend of DJ sets and live performances by top hip-hop artists. Don't miss Spyda T.E.K (Friday, May 26), BLXST (Saturday, May 27), Ty Dolla $ign (Sunday, May 28) and Big Boss Vette (Monday, May 29). The pool club also puts on two nighttime pool parties, with entertainment including the Latin music Neon Vibra event (Saturday, May 27) and Simp City (Sunday, May 28).

  • Encore Beach Club at Wynn Las Vegas has a rotating A-list of performers bringing the party, from Dillon Francis (Friday, May 26), Kygo (Saturday, May 27) and David Guetta (Sunday, May 28). The expansive, Strip-side spot also presents two editions of Encore Beach Club at Night, with sets by Acraze (Friday, May 26) and Diplo (Saturday, May 27). Plus, the beautiful, temperature-controlled pools are surrounded by daybeds and private cabanas with poolside service, making this a great place to celebrate all day long.  

  • At Drai’s Beachclub at The Cromwell Las Vegas, get the party started at one of the multiple pools, luxury cabanas, and bungalows, all while enjoying unmatched views of the Strip. Plus, a lineup of top-charting artists including: DJ Romeo (Friday, May 26), Wiz Khalifa (Saturday, May 27), Meek Mill (Sunday, May 28) and Cam’ron (Monday, May 29).

  • Las Vegas’ only LGBTQ+ pool party is at Temptation Sundays at Luxor Hotel and Casino, where you can join guest DJs and special events every Sunday, all summer long.  

  • Enjoy a tropical oasis and celebratory atmosphere at GO Pool at Flamingo Las Vegas, bringing in top artists and hosting special events to keep the excitement flowing.  

  • In Downtown Las Vegas, Citrus Grand Pool Deck at Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino has lawn games, outdoor daybeds and gorgeous views of the Vegas skyline – a true poolside paradise.  

  • Another Downtown Las Vegas option, Stadium Swim at Circa Resort & Casino, is a popular spot for partygoers and sports fans, as you can watch the biggest sporting events from one of six pools on three distinct levels, all positioned in front of a 40-foot-tall LED screen. 

  • Stop, collaborate and listen! SOAK Pool at Palms Casino Resort is throwing it back this Memorial Day Weekend with the I Love the 90s pool party on Friday, May 26. Revelers can splash and dance to live performances by Vanilla Ice, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Treach of Naughty by Nature and Color Me Badd.

  • Hop off the Strip and into Red Rock Pool at Red Rock Casino Resort Spa. Here, you’ll find private cabanas, chair-side service, and poolside gaming like blackjack. With your handcrafted cocktail and fresh bites from Sandbar Grille, lounge in a daybed and wish that summer lasted all year.   

 

Hit the Clubs 

When the sun sets, venues shift from lounge mode to club mode, so grab your squad and make a beeline for the velvet ropes.  

  • DJ Pauly D is spinning on Friday, May 26 at Marquee Nightclub at The Cosmopolitan Las Vegas, the massive dance club and a Las Vegas nightlife staple. 

  • Inside the technologically advanced Zouk Nightclub at Resorts World Las Vegas – Hilton, Conrad & Crockfords, partygoers can journey through multiple experiences with Capital Bar and Empire. Zouk presents a fantastic lineup this Memorial Day Weekend with the headlining talents of DJ Snake (Friday, May 26), rapper Jack Harlow (Saturday, May 27), and international icon Tiësto (Sunday, May 28).

  • World-class DJs and celebrities have enjoyed the 10,000-square-foot TAO Nightclub at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas for more than a decade. The famous club, beloved by celebrities, boasts three bars, one dance floor, private sky boxes, and a 40-foot outdoor terrace overlooking the Las Vegas Strip. Entertainment includes a set by Justin Credible (Friday, May 26) and a performance by rapper O.T. Genasis with additional sounds by DJ E-Rock (Saturday, May 27).

  • Hakkasan Nightclub at MGM Grand Hotel and Casino is an award-winning club offering a unique experience with world-famous electronic artists at the helm of the decks, a massive main room, and a 10,000-square-foot club within a club. Get ready to party with hip-hop chart-topper Nelly with Sourmilk on Friday, May 26 and a DJ set by Lil Jon on Saturday, May 27.

  • The opulent OMNIA Nightclub at Caesars Palace offers an interactive nightlife adventure with its famed kinetic chandelier and world-class service that includes VIP tables and bottle service. Headlining acts include ILLENIUM with William Black (Friday, May 26), Martin Garrix with Justin Mylo (Saturday, May 27) and Above & Beyond (Sunday, May 28).

Explore Only Vegas Experiences  

  • Dive into immersive experiences such as alternate realities, a show that will keep you mesmerized and entertained, and so much more. AREA15 boasts plenty of fun and experiences for the whole weekend, and then some. 

  • Get the adrenaline pumping at The STRAT, Hotel, Casino & SkyPod where you can take in views of the Strip from its observation deck or dangling in the air on one of the exciting thrill rides, 800 to 1,000 feet above the Las Vegas Strip.  

  • Witness stunning 360-degree views of the Las Vegas Strip from High Roller at The LINQ Promenade, the tallest observation wheel in the country. 

 

You’re going to have a long weekend for the books, so pack all your swim attire and favorite dancing shoes – or kick it all off by shopping for the perfect summer outfits! Once you get here, be sure to make every moment of your epic Memorial Day weekend count and explore more fun activities.