EDC Week Guide: Pre-Parties, After-Parties, Pool Parties

EDC Week is the biggest week in Las Vegas nightlife. While Electric Daisy Carnival takes over the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, every nightclub and pool party on the Strip hosts special events with the biggest names in electronic music.

When Is EDC 2026?

EDC Las Vegas 2026 takes place in mid-to-late May (exact dates TBD). EDC Week events start the Monday before the festival and run through the Monday after — 10+ days of non-stop electronic music events.

Pool Parties During EDC Week

• Encore Beach Club — The flagship. Calvin Harris, Marshmello perform midweek.
• Marquee Dayclub — Tech house heaven. Fisher, Chris Lake, and friends.
• Ayu Dayclub — Zouk Group brings EDC undercard artists for intimate sets.
• LIV Beach — John Summit, Dom Dolla do pool sets before the festival.

After-Parties (Post-EDC)

After EDC ends at 5:30 AM, the after-party scene takes over:

• XS Nightclub — The official EDC after-party venue. Open until sunrise.
• Zouk — Extended hours with surprise DJ sets.
• Marquee — Open late with tech house and progressive.
• Drai's After Hours — The go-to for intimate late-night sets.

Guest List During EDC Week

EDC Week is the busiest week for nightlife. Guest list is available but more competitive. Sign up early through NoCoverVegas — spots fill fast. Women still get free entry on guest list. Men should arrive early (before 10:30 PM).