From Neon Carnival and 818 Outpost, to Goldenvoice Surf Club and Revolve Festival, these are the top official and unofficial poolside bashes and desert soirées to add to your weekend lineup.

Revolve Festival is returning for its eighth year of fun and fashion in Thermal, Calif. This year’s Desert Mirage-themed festival will feature an all-star lineup of performances by Lil Wayne, Tyga, Uncle Waffles and Gelo, as well as DJ sets from Hunny Bee, DJ Lex, Quinn Blake and special guest Cardi B.

As temperatures in the California deserts begin to rise, so does the anticipation surrounding the 2025 Coachella Music and Arts Festival. The first three-day run of the annual music event will kick off on April 11 with performances from Lady Gaga,