Springtime in SoCal means a trip to the desert for both Angelenos and tourists. As thousands attend music's most popular event, the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, many of today's top brands are throwing their own unofficial parties. From live performances and brand activations to pop-ups and sponsored gatherings, lucky festival goers can take a break from the tents to visit these star-studded events.
Coachella Valley's surrounding cities- Cathedral City, La Quinta, Palm Springs, and Thermal- will be covered with fans, influencers, and high-profile celebrities planning to attend these non-Goldenvoice events. Major invite-only events, including Nylon House, Neon Carnival, and Revolve Festival, are also returning to the desert.
Want the scoop on this year's festivities? We have compiled our annual guide to the best spots to party for Coachella's two-weekend festival. Scroll down to find out how you can get into some of the most exclusive events. And make sure you bookmark this page, as we will continuously update the list within the next couple of weeks.
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On-Site Events
Postmates ReTreat (Indio): The h.wood Group is serving up something good at Coachella. If you're heading to the festival, stop by the Postmates ReTreat for this first brandied, open-air experience in the VIP area. The garden will feature favorites such as Texas Cheesesteak, Pulled Pork Sandwich and Loaded Fries from Slab, a Chicken Caesar Salad and Truffle Fries from The Nice Guy and 2 custom cocktails from Delilah: Nothing to See Here and Spicy Siena.
When: Friday, April 14 to Sunday, April 16 & Friday, April 21 to Sunday, April 23
Where: Empire Polo Club, 81800 51st Ave., Indio, 92201
Weekend 1
Camp Poosh (Thermal): The Poosh-style summer camp will take place over four days and invite guests to celebrate Kourtney Kardashian Barker's lifestyle brand. Poosh will create the ultimate, throwback summer camp experience with musical performances, camp activities, immersive installations, pre-festival glam (including piercings and tattoos), a variety of Poosh-style food trucks and bar activations, plus festival prep and recovery. Poosh "Campers" are invited to interact in immersive brand activations. Find out more here.
When: Thursday, April 13 to Sunday, April 16 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Private Location
Getting In: Invite Only
Sturdy Oasis with Liquid I.V. (Thermal): Sturdy Oasis Hydrated by Liquid I.V. invites guests to access a number of innovative experiences, including: The Oasis Beacon, a hot air balloon installation featuring projection mapping and lighting design that will grab everyone's attention as it dominates the party skyline, exclusive spirit tastings with Patrón echelon product, El Alto. Visit the bar and check out live curated music on the main stage.
When: Friday, April 14 through Sunday, April 16 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: More Info to Come
Getting In: RSVP Here
Pitchfork Live (Palm Springs):Pitchfork and White Claw Vodka + Soda are happy to invite guests to Pitchfork Live. This event and live stream series will feature interviews and performances.
When: Friday, April 14 through Sunday, April 16 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Ace Hotel & Swim Club, 701 East Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, 92264
Getting In: RSVP Here
Soho Dessert House 2023 (Thermal): Soho House members are in for a treat this festival season. The Soho Desert House will be popping up on weekend one and offer members unlimited food and drink, a mix of DJs and entertainment, alongside activations from featured partners.
When: Friday, April 14 through Sunday, April 16 from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Soho Desert House, 84700 Ave. 58, Thermal, 92274
Getting In: Reservations for Non-Members Start at $300 Per Person
Desert Gold Weekend 1 (Palm Springs): Desert Gold at Ace Hotel & Swim Club will once again bring a lineup of DJs, party collectives and record labels to the desert, for hotel guests and visitors to the valley alike. Taking over the desert for Weekend 1 are Andre Power's Link Up collective, Los Angeles-based community radio station dublab, and the legendary party The Do-Over.
When: Thursday, April 14 to Sunday, April 16
Where: Ace Hotel & Swim Club, 701 East Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, 92264
Getting in: Free with RSVP
Framework in the Desert 2023 (Thermal): From April 14 – 16, Framework is headed back to desert for another three afterparty events at Atlantic Aviation. Performing artists include Jamie Jones, Channel Tres, Fisher, Gordo, Chris Lake, and more. This is a 21+ event.
When: Friday, April 14 through Sunday, April 16
Where: Atlantic Aviation, 86400 Lightning St., Thermal, 92274
Getting In: Tickets Start at $83; buy them here
Revolve Festival (Thermal): Revolve is celebrating their 20th anniversary with their annual party in the desert. With several photo opportunities, carnival rides, and branded activations, this festival is known for being an influencer's playground. Teaming up with the h.wood Group, Revolve will also be taking over Palm Springs' The Colony Hotel. Guests will also enjoy cocktails provided by Kendall Jenner's 818 Tequila, the exclusive tequila partner of Revolve Festival and beverages by ready to drink partner, Onda Tequila Seltzer by Shay Mitchell. Other food and beverage options include LA-based market Erewhon, Raising Cane's and Beyond Meat.
When: Saturday, April 15 through Sunday, April 16
Where: Private Estate
Getting In: Invite Only
Thursday, April 13
London Alley Presents Playboy After Dark (Indio): The creative production studio, London Alley is throwing a Playboy After Dark event featuring a set from Anderson .Paak aka DJ Pee. The event will celebrate Playboy's 70th anniversary and kick off 2023 Coachella weekend.
When: Thursday, April 13 at 9 p.m.
Where: Secret Location
Getting In: Invite Only
Friday, April 14
818 Desert Outpost (Indio): 818 Tequila brand is hosting their own 818 Outpost during Weekend 1. The outpost will include free festival essentials (including special items from Kylie Cosmetics, Lemme, Emi Jay, Revolve, Vacation, Tower 28 and more), limited-edition 818 festival merch for sale (last chance to snag this coveted collab with Cherry LA) and photo opps. All guests must be 21+ to attend.
When: Friday, April 14 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: 82710 CA-111, Indio, 92201
Getting In: The 818 Outpost is free to attend; guests can sign up here
Nylon House (Coachella Valley): Nylon House is teaming with Samsung Galaxy for their second appearance at Coachella. Other partners include Toyota, Cheetos, Mugler, Got2b and She Glam The after hours event will take guests through and extraterrestrial planet of pop culture. Guests will receive illuminated, festival-ready looks at the e.l.f. Cosmetics Full Moon Beauty Bar, and be treated to custom cocktails. Designed in collaboration with L.A.-based artists Media Pollution, there will be a tunnel installation that will showcase the nightography capabilities of the new Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra. There will also be performances from Alesso, Carlita, and Diplo.
When: Friday, April 14 at 10 p.m.
Where: Private Estate
Getting In: Invite Only
Tao Desert Nights Presented by Jeeter (Coachella Valley): Presented by Jerer, Tao Group Hospitality is making its return to the desert with TAO Desert Night. Guests will enjoy a vibrant outdoor nighttime afterparty with world-class DJ performances, special appearances, and many more surprises that will make for the night. AO Desert Nights will feature a coveted lineup of artists and DJs set to perform. There will also be a photobooth presented by Urban Outfitters and FujiFilm, bites from Heinz, and especially Casamigos cocktails. More info to come.
When: Friday, April 14 from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Private Estate
Getting In: Invite Only
Saturday, April 15
Cap'n's Cove (Palm Springs): The Cap'n is celebrating his 60th birthday with a desert oasis adventure. This birthday brunch meets-pool party will feature Cap'n's favorite flavors reimagined as a feast, surrounded by 'gram-worthy' experiences and poolside photo ops. The event is open to 21+ older guests and food and drinks will be available for purchase. First 500 guests will receive one free drink ticket. Hosted by Reneé Rapp, the event will also have a special guest DJ, DJ Pee.Wee aka Anderson .Paak.
When: Saturday, April 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Margaritaville Resort, 1600 North Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, 92262
Getting In: Free and Open to the Public; RSVP here
Flying Embers Racquet Club (Indio): Flying Embers will host a Pickleball Event in partnership with The Kitchen at the London Alley Estate during Coachella Weekend 1. More details to come.
When: Saturday, April 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Secret Location
Getting In: Invite Only
Sonic Desert (Thermal): Presented by Coca-Cola Creations, Sonic Desert is a mystical oasis that will invite festival guests to try a flavorful portfolio of their limited edition beverages under the iconic Coca-Cola trademark. Participating partners include Grazia Magazine, Kumo Luxe haircare, Owl's Brew great tasting clean boozy beverages, authentic wood-fired pizza by Dang Brother Pizza, and Drip IV Therapy's on-demand vitamin-infused blends formulated with science-backed therapies to optimize repair, recovery, and rehydration. GUests can enjoy a day by the pool along with a DJ performance by DJ Roxy Ferrai.
When: Saturday, April 15 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Private Estate
Getting In: Invite Only
Camp Poosh with h.wood Group (Thermal ): In partnership with The h.wood Group, the Camp Poosh experience will be an invite-only event with 500 guests expected to attend, including tastemakers, influencers, celebrities, and friends of the brand. The campsite will have special performances by Mike Posner and DJ Cassidy.
When: Saturday, April 15 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Private Estate
Getting In: Invite Only
Zoeasis (Secret Location): Returning for its seventh year, The Zoe Report and Rachel Zoe will host Zoeasis, a midday desert oasis of style and self care. DJ Pamela Tick will bring the vibes to the event and Sephora, European Wax Center, and Cotton will be hosting activations.
When: Saturday, April 15 from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Where: Private Estate
Getting In: Invite Only
Neon Carnival 2023 (Thermal): LA's original nightlife maven Brent Bolthouse is bringing Neon Carnival back upon the desert night sky to illuminate once again on Saturday, April 15. This year's exclusive invite-only party will be presented by iconic denim brand Levi's, back to headline the event alongside Mexico's original luxury tequila, Tequila Don Julio. Performers include DJ Ruckus, Kayper, and Mel Debarge.
When: Saturday, April 15 at 10 p.m.
Where: Private Estate
Getting In: Invite Only
Sunday, April 17
The Do-Over Desert Sundays (Palm Springs): The international music event group, the Do-Over is bringing their iconic party to Palm Springs. The Do-Over, Tecate Alta, AKILA Eyewear and Ace Hotel & Swim Club present a very special Sunday series at the Ace Hotel in Palm Springs.
When: Sunday, April 16 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: The Commune- Ace Hotel & Swim Club, 701 East Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, 92264
Where: Free with RSVP
