May 22–25, 2026 · Las Vegas Strip
Memorial Day Weekend Las Vegas 2026
Complete guide to MDW 2026 in Las Vegas — confirmed DJ lineups at every pool party and nightclub, day-by-day event schedules, guest list availability data, and everything your group needs to plan four days of the biggest summer kickoff weekend on the Strip.
Why MDW 2026 Is the Strongest Yet
Memorial Day Weekend 2026 arrives at a remarkable moment in Las Vegas nightlife. It falls one week after EDC Week 2026 (May 13–19), which means hundreds of global DJs are still in or returning to the city for MDW bookings. The result is a crossover phenomenon: artists who just played EDC are looping back for headline spots at XS Nightclub, OMNIA Nightclub, and the newly opened OMNIA Dayclub at Caesars Palace. The confirmed performer count for MDW 2026 — 30 artists across 12 venues over four days — is the highest in recent memory.
The structural advantage this year is the opening of OMNIA Dayclub on May 15 — one week before MDW. Tao Group's 46,000 square foot dayclub at Caesars Palace connects to OMNIA Nightclub via an enclosed bridge, creating 121,000 square feet of combined entertainment space — the largest integrated dayclub-to-nightclub footprint in Las Vegas. MDW is the venue's first major holiday weekend, with Tiësto on Saturday and Fisher on Sunday.
Guest list access is stronger than most travel guides acknowledge. Scraped booking data from Discotech and venue APIs shows 44–49 percent of events across the four-day window offer free guest list entry, with access confirmed at Hakkasan, Encore Beach Club, LIV Nightclub, Marquee Nightclub, TAO Beach, Zouk, AYU Dayclub, and more. The two exceptions are specific headliner-ticketed shows — Kygo and Calvin Harris on Saturday — which require advance ticket purchase.
Day 1 · Friday May 22
Friday: Opening Night
Friday May 22 is the most underrated night of MDW. Eleven confirmed events span both pool parties and nightclubs, guest list is broadly available for men and women, and crowds run roughly 30 percent lighter than Saturday peak. The electronic programming is the deepest of the four-day window: Marshmello and Zedd leading nightclubs, Mau P and Chris Lake heading the pool party side, with John Summit and Loud Luxury filling the north Strip corridor at Fontainebleau. Groups arriving Thursday night or Friday morning should treat Friday as the priority venue night — full headliner quality, minimal competition at the door.
| Artist | Venue | Type | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshmello | XS Nightclub | Nightclub | Electronic/trap crossover |
| Zedd | OMNIA Nightclub | Nightclub | Electronic pop |
| Mustard | Marquee Nightclub | Nightclub | LA hip-hop producer |
| RL Grime | Zouk Nightclub | Nightclub | Bass/trap electronic |
| DJ Drama | Hakkasan Nightclub | Nightclub | Atlanta rap legend |
| Mau P | Encore Beach Club | Pool Party | Peak-time tech-house |
| Benny Benassi | TAO Beach Club | Pool Party | Satisfaction artist, iconic house |
| Chris Lake | OMNIA Dayclub | Pool Party | Tech-house resident |
| John Summit | LIV Nightclub | Nightclub | Chicago deep house |
| Disco Lines | LIV Beach | Pool Party | Nu-disco/funk-house |
| Loud Luxury | EBC at Night | Nightclub | Melodic house duo |
Friday pick: XS Nightclub (Marshmello — the indoor-outdoor Wynn venue at peak summer energy) or OMNIA Dayclub (Chris Lake — first chance to experience the new Caesars dayclub with a resident tech-house act). Guest list available for men and women at all Friday events — arrive before 12:30 AM for nightclubs.
Day 2 · Saturday May 23
Saturday: Peak Day — 13 Events
Saturday May 23 is the centerpiece of MDW 2026 — 13 confirmed performers across pool parties and nightclubs simultaneously, the highest cover charges of the weekend, and maximum crowd density at every venue. The pool party decision alone creates a four-way split: Encore Beach Club (Calvin Harris) versus Palm Tree Beach Club (Kygo) versus OMNIA Dayclub (Tiësto) versus LIV Beach (David Guetta). On the nightclub side, XS carries The Chainsmokers and OMNIA Nightclub runs Steve Aoki while Zouk hosts Gunna.
| Artist | Venue | Type | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calvin Harris | Encore Beach Club | Pool Party | Global EDM superstar · Ticketed |
| David Guetta | LIV Beach | Pool Party | European house legend |
| The Chainsmokers | XS Nightclub | Nightclub | Grammy-winning EDM-pop duo |
| Dom Dolla | LIV Nightclub | Nightclub | Australian tech-house star |
| Tiësto | OMNIA Dayclub | Pool Party | Founding resident |
| Steve Aoki | OMNIA Nightclub | Nightclub | EDM spectacle performer |
| Kygo | Palm Tree Beach Club | Pool Party | Tropical house pioneer · Ticketed |
| Alesso | TAO Beach Club | Pool Party | Swedish progressive house |
| TYGA | Marquee Dayclub | Pool Party | Hip-hop entertainer |
| Gunna | Zouk Nightclub | Nightclub | Melodic trap |
| Sullivan King | EBC at Night | Nightclub | Metal-EDM hybrid |
| BigXthaPlug | Hakkasan Nightclub | Nightclub | Dallas hip-hop |
| Fat Joe | Tailgate Beach Club | Pool Party | Hip-hop icon · Open guest list |
| Lil Wayne | Drai's Nightclub | Nightclub | Hip-hop icon at The Vanderpump Hotel |
Day 3 · Sunday May 24
Sunday: Closing Party Energy
Sunday May 24 is the most underrated day of MDW for visitors who understand how Las Vegas crowds work. Casual tourists depart Saturday night; the Sunday crowd is self-selected for the full MDW experience, creating genuinely better energy at most venues than Saturday's peak density. Guest list reopens broadly across all major venues. The talent is exceptional: Fisher at OMNIA Dayclub and Diplo at Encore Beach Club are two of the strongest Sunday pool party bookings any MDW has seen. Martin Garrix at TAO Beach adds a third elite tier option. Rick Ross at Hakkasan carries the hip-hop nightclub side through the closing night of the holiday weekend.
| Artist | Venue | Type | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diplo | Encore Beach Club | Pool Party | Cross-genre icon |
| Fisher | OMNIA Dayclub | Pool Party | Tech-house heavyweight |
| Martin Garrix | TAO Beach Club | Pool Party | Dutch progressive house |
| John Summit | LIV Beach | Pool Party | Second MDW appearance |
| Knock2 | LIV Nightclub | Nightclub | Dance-pop producer |
| Rick Ross | Hakkasan Nightclub | Nightclub | Miami rap boss |
| Pauly D | OMNIA Nightclub | Nightclub | Open-format Vegas staple |
| Hugel | XS Nightclub | Nightclub | French melodic house |
| BLOND:ISH | Palm Tree Beach Club | Pool Party | Deep/organic house |
Sunday guest list: arrive by 1:00 AM for nightclubs, noon for pool parties. For Fisher at OMNIA Dayclub — arrive at opening (11:00 AM). Tech-house sets build slowly; early arrival secures better pool positioning and the full performance arc.
Day 4 · Monday May 25
Monday: Memorial Day Bonus
Monday May 25 — Memorial Day itself — is the bonus day. Booking data shows 9 events with 4 offering guest list (44%), the lightest day in both event volume and crowd density. Major dayclubs like Encore Beach Club and Marquee Dayclub run reduced Monday programming, while Stadium Swim at Circa downtown holds a Memorial Day pool session with DJ sets and sports on the 143-foot screen — the best casual Monday option close to the airport.
The best Monday strategy for groups with afternoon departures: pool party 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at a mid-tier venue like Liquid Pool Lounge at ARIA or AYU Dayclub at Resorts World (which connects to Zouk Nightclub for evening groups staying through Monday night), then transition to dinner and depart.
New for 2026
OMNIA Dayclub: Second Weekend Open
MDW 2026 is only the second holiday weekend OMNIA Dayclub will have ever operated. The venue opens May 15 — one week before MDW — which means the infrastructure is new, the staff is fresh, and the novelty energy is at its peak. Tao Group has booked premiere talent for the opening weeks: Tiësto on Saturday May 23 and Fisher on Sunday May 24 give MDW attendees two of the most anticipated bookings of the entire holiday window, at a venue with no prior review history to benchmark against or compete with.
The 46,000 square foot OMNIA Dayclub sits inside Caesars Palace and connects directly to OMNIA Nightclub via an enclosed bridge — 121,000 combined square feet of nightlife space in a single integrated property. Residents include Tiësto, Chris Lake, Alesso, Steve Aoki, Afrojack, Fisher, and Martin Garrix. All seven are either performing during MDW or are confirmed summer residents.
Full OMNIA Dayclub breakdown: OMNIA Dayclub opening guide →
Multi-Venue Event
EXODUS Festival: 10+ Parties, One Pass
EXODUS Festival returns for MDW 2026 as a distributed multi-venue electronic music event operating across the Strip over the four-day holiday window. Unlike a traditional single-site festival where attendees converge on one location, EXODUS works through venue partnerships — a single wristband or pass grants access across 10 or more participating nightclubs and dayclubs. You build your own schedule, moving between venues throughout the MDW window based on which performers and times fit your day-to-night plan.
The practical advantage for electronic music fans targeting multiple events: an EXODUS pass consolidates access to shows that would each individually require separate ticket purchase or guest list coordination. Groups planning three or more events across the weekend may find the full pass cost-effective compared to buying individual admissions. EXODUS pass holders also bypass some general admission lines at participating venues, though VIP table service and guest list holders are still prioritized at check-in.
EXODUS is not required to attend individual events at participating venues — standard guest list and ticket purchasing remain available. The confirmed venue partner list and artist schedule for EXODUS 2026 are released in stages in the weeks before MDW. Check the official EXODUS site for updates as the full lineup finalizes closer to May.
Pool Parties
Every MDW Pool Party Ranked
Calvin Harris Saturday, Diplo Sunday, stacked Fri/Mon programming. 60,000 sq ft. The flagship MDW pool party with the most consistent headliner history on the Strip. Ticketed Sat/Sun — buy in advance.
Tiësto Saturday, Fisher Sunday, Chris Lake Friday. Opens May 15 — MDW is weekend #2. Bridge connection to OMNIA Nightclub. Best novelty factor of any MDW venue.
Kygo Saturday, BLOND:ISH Sunday. Melodic/organic electronic pick. 60,000 sq ft with ground-level tropical stage. Ticketed for Kygo Saturday.
David Guetta Saturday, John Summit Sunday. Miami holiday energy at the Strip's newest major resort. Direct pipeline to LIV Nightclub for the north Strip day-to-night route.
Benny Benassi Friday, Alesso Saturday, Martin Garrix Sunday. Upscale curated atmosphere. Connection to TAO Nightclub. Three consecutive headliner days.
TYGA Saturday. Rooftop pool with panoramic Strip views. Better Saturday guest list availability than EBC. Connects to Marquee Nightclub.
Balinese tropical design. Consistent electronic programming. Best day-to-night pipeline at the north Strip via direct connection to Zouk Nightclub.
Fat Joe Saturday. Most open guest list of all MDW pool parties. Three heated pools, 125+ feet of LED screens, sports vibe. Best budget MDW option.
143-foot screen pool amphitheater downtown. MDW DJ programming. Best Monday option — casual crowd, close to airport, lower pricing.
Central Strip location. Quieter pool atmosphere without dayclub production overhead. Good Monday or recovery-day option.
Per-venue pricing, capacity limits, and seasonal guest list policies: MDW pool parties deep dive →
Nightclubs
MDW Nightclubs: Four Nights of Headliners
MDW nightclub programming runs Thursday through Sunday with every major Strip venue booking headliner-caliber talent each night. Electronic music is concentrated at XS (Marshmello Fri, Chainsmokers Sat), OMNIA (Zedd Fri, Steve Aoki Sat, Pauly D Sun), and Zouk (RL Grime Fri, Gunna Sat). Hip-hop runs at Hakkasan (DJ Drama Fri, BigXthaPlug Sat, Rick Ross Sun) and Marquee. LIV Nightclub offers John Summit Friday and Dom Dolla Saturday for tech-house at the north Strip.
XS Nightclub
Marshmello Fri · Chainsmokers Sat · Indoor-outdoor Wynn campus
OMNIA Nightclub
Zedd Fri · Steve Aoki Sat · Pauly D Sun · Kinetic chandelier room
Hakkasan Nightclub
DJ Drama Fri · BigXthaPlug Sat · Rick Ross Sun · 7,500 capacity
Zouk Nightclub
RL Grime Fri · Gunna Sat · Connected to AYU Dayclub
LIV Nightclub
John Summit Fri · Dom Dolla Sat · Knock2 Sun · Miami energy
Marquee Nightclub
Multi-room · Rooftop access · Connects to Marquee Dayclub
TAO Nightclub
Venetian · Asian-temple aesthetic · Connects from TAO Beach
EBC at Night
Loud Luxury Fri · Sullivan King Sat · Outdoor Wynn terrace
Drai's Nightclub
Basement · Hip-hop · The Vanderpump Hotel
Jewel Nightclub
ARIA · Intimate 24,000 sq ft · Strong guest list availability
Complete Friday-to-Monday schedule with cover charge estimates and guest list cutoffs: MDW nightclubs guide →
Access Strategy
MDW Guest List: The Real Data
Cross-referenced from venue booking platform scrapes (Discotech + venue APIs), here is the actual guest list availability breakdown across the four MDW days:
| Day | Total Events | With Guest List | % Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday May 22 | 38 | 17 | 45% |
| Saturday May 23 | 41 | 20 | 49% |
| Sunday May 24 | 27 | 12 | 44% |
| Monday May 25 | 9 | 4 | 44% |
Confirmed guest list venues during MDW: Hakkasan, Jewel, OMNIA Dayclub, OMNIA Nightclub, Marquee Dayclub, Marquee Nightclub, XS, LIV Nightclub, LIV Beach, Encore Beach Club, TAO Beach, TAO Nightclub, Liquid Pool, Drai's, Zouk, AYU Dayclub, and Palm Tree Beach Club (non-ticketed days only).
Two caveats
- Ticketed headliner shows bypass guest list entirely. Kygo and Calvin Harris on Saturday at select venues — ticket-only regardless of list status. Buy presale for these specific shows.
- MDW cutoff times are 30–60 minutes earlier than normal. Standard midnight cutoffs shift to 11:00–11:30 PM at the highest-demand venues on Saturday. Submit your list through nocovervegas.com and arrive before your venue's posted MDW cutoff.
Budget Planning
MDW 2026 Pricing Guide
| Category | Fri / Sun | Sat Peak |
|---|---|---|
| Nightclub GA (Men) | $30–$50 | $50–$80 |
| Nightclub GA (Women) | $20–$35 | $30–$50 |
| Pool Party GA | $30–$55 | $50–$150 (ticketed headliners) |
| Nightclub Bottle Service Min | $1,500–$2,500 | $2,500–$5,000 |
| Dayclub Cabana Min | $1,500–$3,000 | $2,000–$8,000 |
| Daybed / Bungalow | $400–$900 | $600–$2,000 |
| Strip Hotel Room / Night | $250–$400 | $375–$600 |
Realistic four-day MDW budget per person: $800–$1,500 for moderate spending (guest list where available, one bottle service split across group, mid-tier hotel). $1,500–$3,000 for premium access (Saturday headliner tickets, dayclub cabana, premium hotel). Staying central to your target venues saves $100–$200 per person in rideshare costs over the weekend. Wynn and Cosmopolitan are walkable to the most MDW venues. Budget-friendly alternatives: Circa downtown or Resorts World at the north Strip for groups targeting AYU Dayclub and Zouk.
Smart Planning
Best Value Picks for MDW 2026
Memorial Day Weekend does not require maximum spending to deliver a premium experience. The most effective MDW planners identify three or four high-quality events with guest list access and one Saturday anchor experience — rather than buying tickets to everything across four days. Here is how to structure smart MDW spending for each part of the weekend.
Best Free Saturday Pool Party
Tailgate Beach Club — Fat Joe
The most open guest list of all MDW Saturday pool parties — no ticketed headliner surcharge. Three heated pools, 125-plus feet of LED screens, and a hip-hop icon performing for free entry. The highest talent-to-cost ratio of any Saturday pool party event. Best for groups who want a premium Saturday without buying advance tickets.
Best Tech-House Pick at Value
Marquee Dayclub — TYGA Saturday
Guest list available Saturday — rare for peak MDW. Rooftop pool with panoramic Strip views. Direct staircase connection to Marquee Nightclub at The Cosmopolitan gives the day-to-night transition at zero rideshare cost. Best combined pool-to-nightclub value on Saturday.
Best Friday Over Saturday
XS Nightclub — Marshmello
Friday at XS delivers comparable headliner quality to Saturday at roughly 30 percent lighter crowds, lower cover charges, and full guest list availability for men and women. The same Wynn campus experience — indoor-outdoor pool deck, full production — at significantly lower competition.
Best Sunday Pool Party Value
OMNIA Dayclub — Fisher
Guest list open Sunday. Fisher is a stronger tech-house draw than most Saturday DJs at competing venues. The OMNIA Dayclub to OMNIA Nightclub bridge connection at Caesars Palace eliminates post-pool rideshare entirely — one seamless transition, zero transportation cost for the day-to-night route.
Best Budget Hotel Position
Resorts World — AYU Dayclub and Zouk On-Property
MDW rates run $250–$450 per night versus $350–$700 at center Strip properties. AYU Dayclub and Zouk Nightclub are on-property, eliminating two venue rideshares per day. A 15-minute walk reaches Fontainebleau for LIV Beach and LIV Nightclub. The north Strip strategy saves $200–$400 per person in transportation costs across the full weekend.
The MDW value formula
Invest in one Saturday headliner experience — Calvin Harris, Kygo, or Tiësto. Use guest list on Friday, Sunday, and Monday at Hakkasan, Encore Beach Club, and Zouk. Book a hotel within walking distance of your Saturday venue. A group of six executing this approach saves $500–$800 versus buying individual tickets to every event — without compromising the quality of any single MDW moment.
Local Knowledge
MDW Insider Tips
Lock in your Saturday venue early
Calvin Harris at EBC, Kygo at Palm Tree, and Tiësto at OMNIA Dayclub tickets sell out 2–3 weeks before MDW. OMNIA Dayclub tickets move faster as a new opening. Book by the first week of May for best selection and pricing.
Sunday is the insider's choice
Most tourists exhaust themselves Saturday. Sunday MDW crowds are self-selected for the full experience — better music appreciation, shorter lines, broadly available guest list. Fisher at OMNIA Dayclub and Diplo at EBC are legitimately stronger picks than most Saturday events.
Desert UV in late May is severe
Late May temperatures hit 95–102 degrees with UV index 10–11. Apply SPF 50 before arrival, reapply every 90 minutes, take shade breaks. A pool party sunburn from 11 AM to 4 PM ruins Saturday night and Sunday. Bring your own sunscreen — venue pricing is 3x retail.
After-dark: the strip club funnel
MDW is peak season for Las Vegas strip clubs. After nightclub close (2:30–3:00 AM), many groups continue to Sapphire, Crazy Horse 3, or Spearmint Rhino. Free limo pickup is available from most Strip hotels. See the free limo guide.
Where to Stay
Best Hotels for MDW 2026
Hotel selection during Memorial Day Weekend has a direct impact on nightlife access, transportation cost, and morning recovery speed. The core principle: book a hotel that eliminates rideshare between your primary pool party and your target nightclub. A group of four paying $40–$60 each way in rideshare over four days spends $400–$600 on transportation alone — often more than a night of upgraded hotel stays.
EBC · XS · OMNIA Dayclub
On-property access to XS Nightclub and Encore Beach Club. Zero rideshare for the north-central Strip cluster. MDW rates $350–$600/night.
OMNIA Nightclub and OMNIA Dayclub on-property. 5-minute walk to Hakkasan via MGM corridor. MDW rates $300–$550/night.
LIV Beach · LIV Nightclub · Zouk · AYU
LIV Beach and LIV Nightclub on-property. North Strip anchor with direct access to the Fontainebleau pool complex. MDW rates $400–$700/night.
AYU Dayclub and Zouk Nightclub on-property. Best budget-tier north Strip option for groups targeting the Resorts World-Fontainebleau corridor. MDW rates $250–$450/night.
Central Strip — All-Venue Access
Marquee Dayclub and Marquee Nightclub on-property. Walkable central position for EBC, OMNIA, Hakkasan — 5–12 min rideshare. MDW rates $350–$650/night.
Jewel Nightclub on-property, Liquid Pool access. City Center walkway connects to Cosmopolitan and Bellagio for nightclub hopping. MDW rates $300–$600/night.
Landmark midpoint location — 10 min walk to Hakkasan and OMNIA. Best hotel brand for guests who prioritize the Strip backdrop for photos. MDW rates $350–$700/night.
Budget-Focused Options
Hakkasan on-property. Cheapest five-star Strip hotel with direct nightclub access. Connected via indoor corridor to Excalibur, Luxor, and Mandalay Bay. MDW rates $200–$400/night.
On The Record Nightclub on-property. Quiet boutique hotel adjacent to T-Mobile Arena. Best for groups who want a calmer hotel base with easy Uber access. MDW rates $180–$350/night.
Full nightlife proximity breakdown for every Strip hotel: Hotel nightlife guide →
When to Book What
MDW 2026 Booking Timeline
Memorial Day Weekend punishes late planners. Hotel prices increase 40 to 60 percent from regular May rates, nightclub tables go from available to waitlist status in the second week of May, and the two ticketed headliner pool parties — Kygo at Palm Tree and Calvin Harris at EBC — sell out presale before general on-sale opens. The booking sequence below reflects real MDW supply constraints.
Now (8+ weeks out)
- ›Book your hotel — Strip rates for MDW Saturday increase 50–100% by late April. Wynn, Caesars, and Cosmopolitan are already at elevated MDW pricing.
- ›Lock in flights — Southwest and other budget carriers show significant MDW premium on May 22–25 departure dates.
- ›Reserve table service at your primary nightclub — Saturday tables at XS, OMNIA, and Hakkasan are allocated to preferred clients first.
4–6 Weeks Out
- ›Buy ticketed pool party tickets — Calvin Harris (EBC) and Kygo (Palm Tree Beach Club) Saturday tickets. Both typically sell out 3–4 weeks before MDW.
- ›Book OMNIA Dayclub Saturday (Tiësto) — the first major holiday weekend for a new venue means premium demand.
- ›Reserve dayclub cabanas for Saturday and Sunday — the premium bungalows at EBC and OMNIA Dayclub are gone by early May.
2–3 Weeks Out
- ›Sign up for guest list — Friday, Sunday, and Monday events are broadly accessible via advance guest list signup through NoCoverVegas.
- ›Book Sunday nightclub table if desired — Rick Ross at Hakkasan and Fisher at OMNIA Dayclub are the highest-demand Sunday events.
- ›Coordinate transportation — share an Uber account with your group to avoid the post-event rideshare surge split.
Week Of
- ›Confirm guest list submissions — we send cutoff time and entry details by text on the day of each event.
- ›Check EXODUS Festival pass value — determine whether the multi-venue pass saves money versus individual tickets for your specific schedule.
- ›Make dinner reservations — MDW Saturday dinner spots on the Strip book up. Reserve at the same hotel as your nightclub to minimize transit time.
Budget note: The single highest-ROI booking decision is hotel proximity. A group of four paying $50 each way in rideshare for four nights spends $400 on transportation alone — often more than a one-night upgrade to a walkable property would cost. Wynn for XS and EBC, Caesars for OMNIA Dayclub and OMNIA Nightclub, and Cosmopolitan for Marquee are the three walkable pairings worth paying for.
Getting Around
MDW Transportation Guide
Memorial Day Weekend rideshare surge pricing is real. On Saturday night between 2:00 AM and 3:00 AM, Uber and Lyft regularly show 2.5x to 3.5x multipliers on the Strip. A $15 Uber becomes $45, and during the post-nightclub surge window, waits can stretch to 20 to 30 minutes. The groups that navigate MDW transportation well are the ones who planned for this in advance.
North Strip Cluster
Wynn, Fontainebleau, and Resorts World form a walkable north-Strip cluster for MDW. XS and EBC are on-property at Wynn. LIV Beach and LIV Nightclub are at Fontainebleau. AYU Dayclub and Zouk are at Resorts World. Groups targeting these venues can stay in the same 0.4-mile zone for the entire weekend.
Internal rideshare between these three properties: $5–$10 under normal conditions.
Center Strip Cluster
Caesars Palace, Cosmopolitan, Bellagio, and ARIA sit within a 0.7-mile walkable stretch. OMNIA Dayclub and OMNIA Nightclub are at Caesars. Marquee Dayclub and Marquee Nightclub are at The Cosmopolitan. Hakkasan is at MGM Grand (5-minute walk south). The City Center walkway connects ARIA and Cosmopolitan.
Walk from Caesars to Hakkasan: ~10 minutes. Zero rideshare cost for this route.
Cross-Strip Transport
North Strip to center Strip (Wynn to Caesars): 10 to 15 minutes by rideshare, $15 to $25 normal / $30 to $50 MDW Saturday surge. Las Vegas Monorail runs from Sahara to MGM Grand — limited stops, but free of Uber surge pricing. Deuce bus on the Strip runs 24 hours, $8 for a 2-hour pass — slow but operates regardless of Uber demand.
Best free option: walk. The Strip is 3.7 miles end to end; most venue pairs are under a 15-minute walk.
Post-Nightclub Strategy
The 2:00 AM to 3:00 AM rideshare window is the most expensive moment of MDW. Options to avoid surge: (1) Walk back to your hotel if within 15 minutes. (2) Wait 30 minutes at the nightclub bar — surge prices drop sharply after 3:30 AM. (3) Pre-arrange a service like ExecuCar for a fixed-rate post-midnight pickup. Groups heading to strip clubs after nightclubs: free limo pickup from most Strip hotels eliminates rideshare cost entirely for the last leg.
Parking on the Strip during MDW: self-parking is available at most casino garages at standard daily rates ($12–$25/day). Not recommended for groups attending multiple venues — repositioning a car is slower than rideshare and surge adds on top of parking cost.
Planning by Group Type
MDW 2026 for Every Group
Birthday Groups
MDW is one of the best birthday weekends in Las Vegas because major venues compete hard for birthday table bookings during holiday weekends. Birthday packages include sparkler presentations, complimentary champagne, DJ shout-outs, and LED screen name displays at most nightclubs. The best MDW birthday venues are Hakkasan (7,500 capacity with large multi-section VIP configurations), OMNIA Nightclub (LED screens for custom birthday messages), and XS Nightclub (outdoor pool-deck view VIP sections). For daytime celebrations, Encore Beach Club and OMNIA Dayclub both offer birthday cabana packages with dedicated server, bottle presentations, and the full-sun photo environment that produces the best birthday content. Book your nightclub table at least three weeks before MDW — holiday weekend tables go faster than any regular weekend. Full birthday guide →
Bachelorette Groups
Pool parties are the highest-converting daytime bachelorette experience during MDW — the full-sun setting, dayclub energy, and fashion-forward environment fit the bachelorette format better than any nightclub interior. The top bachelorette MDW picks are EBC Saturday (Calvin Harris), OMNIA Dayclub Saturday (Tiësto) or Sunday (Fisher), and TAO Beach for an upscale Asian-themed pool experience. The best same-property day-to-night flow during MDW is OMNIA Dayclub → OMNIA Nightclub via the enclosed bridge at Caesars — zero transportation, one wristband check, seamless evening transition. Pool party bachelorette guide →
Bachelor Groups
The MDW bachelor party standard route: pool party during the day, nightclub in the evening, strip club after 2 AM. The most efficient routing during MDW is Tailgate Beach Club (most open guest list of all MDW pool parties) → Marquee Nightclub → Sapphire Las Vegas or Crazy Horse III. Both strip clubs offer free limo pickup from your nightclub when you coordinate through our guest list system — meaning the after-dark transition requires zero Uber coordination. Free entry at all three stops on the same night. Bachelor party nightclub guide →
Large Groups (10+)
Groups above 10 people should not rely on standard guest list during MDW — door policies tighten significantly on holiday Saturday. Table reservations are mandatory to keep large groups together and guarantee entry. Reserve tables at Hakkasan (7,500 capacity, most flexible VIP configurations for large groups), Drai's Nightclub (mid-Strip location with multiple section options), or Marquee (multiple adjacent booth configurations). For pool parties, daybed or cabana packages at EBC, TAO Beach, or OMNIA Dayclub are the only realistic way to keep a 10-plus group at a single venue for the day. Group nightlife guide →
What to Wear
MDW Dress Code: Pool Parties & Nightclubs
Memorial Day Weekend dress code enforcement is stricter than a regular weekend at every major Strip nightclub. Door staff have the full support of management to deny entry, and holiday crowds make them less inclined to give borderline cases the benefit of the doubt. Prepare both your pool party outfit and nightclub outfit before leaving home.
Pool Party Dress Code
Women: Fashion swimsuit, elevated coverup, and sandals or platform slides. Upscale resort wear is the standard. Avoid generic drugstore swimwear — the MDW crowd at EBC and OMNIA Dayclub skews toward fashionable resort looks.
Men: Designer or fitted swim trunks (board shorts are the minimum, not the ceiling), a clean fitted shirt for entrance, and fresh sneakers or dressy sandals. Baseball caps and sunglasses are broadly accepted. Jewelry is fine if waterproof.
OMNIA Dayclub and EBC have the most fashion-forward crowds during MDW. Tailgate Beach Club is the most casual of the major pool parties — resort wear or fan gear accepted.
Nightclub Dress Code
Men (strictly enforced): Dress shoes or smart dress sneakers (no athletic trainers), slacks or dark dress jeans, button-down or fitted dress shirt. Hoodies, tank tops, graphic tees, athletic shorts, and sports jerseys result in automatic denial. XS and Hakkasan are the strictest venues on MDW Saturday — dress code violations mean denial with no appeal.
Women: Cocktail dress, fashion top with skirt, heels or stylish flats, or jumpsuit. Flat sandals and casual flip-flops may be denied at premium venues during MDW peak nights. The standard is elevated resort-to-evening wear.
Venue-by-venue dress code policies: Full Las Vegas dress code guide →
After 2 AM
MDW After-Hours: The Strip Club Circuit
Memorial Day Weekend is peak season for Las Vegas strip clubs. After nightclubs close at 2:30 to 3:00 AM, a large portion of MDW groups continue to the after-hours circuit — where top venues operate until 6:00 AM, add holiday entertainment rosters, and provide free limo pickup from every major Strip hotel. Coordinating this transition in advance eliminates the post-nightclub rideshare surge entirely, making it the most efficient way to extend the night.
Sapphire Las Vegas
71,000 sq ft — the world's largest. Open until 6 AM. Free limo pickup from any Strip hotel. MDW adds headline entertainment to the main stage. Best for large groups.
Crazy Horse III
Best guest list availability during MDW. Direct free limo service from Strip hotels. Consistently top-rated for the holiday weekend. Best access-to-quality ratio of any strip club during MDW.
Spearmint Rhino
Near MGM Grand. Free entry for men via guest list. Multiple VIP configurations. 5-minute rideshare from Hakkasan or OMNIA Nightclub. Best central Strip option.
Free limo pickup from every Strip hotel to Sapphire, Crazy Horse III, and Spearmint Rhino runs throughout MDW via the NoCoverVegas guest list system. Coordinate at your nightclub before close for a surge-free, free-entry post-nightclub transition. Groups departing from Hakkasan, XS Nightclub, or OMNIA Nightclub can pre-arrange limo pickup at the exit — no waiting, no Uber surge, free entry upon arrival.
Also operating during MDW: Peppermint Hippo and Hustler Club Las Vegas. Full limo access details: Free limo Las Vegas strip clubs →
Memorial Day Weekend Concert
BTS ARIRANG World Tour at Allegiant Stadium — May 23–28, 2026
Memorial Day Weekend 2026 is defined not only by pool parties and nightclub programming — it overlaps with four BTS stadium nights at Allegiant Stadium (May 23, 24, 27, and 28). The ARMY fanbase generates some of the highest-volume nightclub booking windows of the Las Vegas year during this engagement. Hotels near the Strip and adjacent to Allegiant Stadium sell out faster for this window than for any comparable entertainment event.
BTS — 'ARIRANG' World Tour
Allegiant Stadium · 65,000 capacity · 8:00 PM nightly
May 23 · 24 · 27 · 28
Spans Memorial Day weekend
Their fifth studio album 'ARIRANG' marks the group's first full world tour since mandatory military service. The four Las Vegas nights are the highest-demand entertainment event of the MDW calendar. After each show, the nightclub circuit activates — guest list through NoCoverVegas is the most efficient entry path when the post-concert crowd reaches OMNIA, XS, Hakkasan, and Zouk at 11 PM.
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MDW 2026 Headliner Profiles
See full Memorial Day Weekend schedules, venue breakdowns, and free guest list options for each confirmed headliner.
Common Questions
Memorial Day Weekend FAQ
When is Memorial Day Weekend 2026 in Las Vegas?
Memorial Day Weekend 2026 runs Friday May 22 through Monday May 25. The official federal holiday is Monday May 25. Most Las Vegas nightclubs and pool parties expand programming across all four days, with Saturday May 23 as the peak day — the highest headliner concentration, maximum cover charges, and largest crowds. Friday and Sunday offer comparable talent with better guest list availability and shorter lines. Monday events are available at select venues for groups with late departures, and the holiday-morning crowd on Monday is noticeably thinner, making it the best day for a relaxed final pool session.
Is guest list available during Memorial Day Weekend in Las Vegas?
Yes — and significantly more than many sources suggest. Scraped data from venue booking platforms shows 44 to 49 percent of Las Vegas events during MDW offer free guest list entry: Friday 17 of 38 events, Saturday 20 of 41 events, Sunday 12 of 27 events, Monday 4 of 9 events. Confirmed guest list venues include Hakkasan, OMNIA (dayclub and nightclub), Marquee (dayclub and nightclub), XS, LIV Beach, LIV Nightclub, Encore Beach Club, TAO Beach, TAO Nightclub, Liquid Pool, Drai's, Zouk, AYU, and Palm Tree Beach Club. The catch: headliner-specific ticket events like Kygo on Saturday at Palm Tree Beach Club and Calvin Harris at EBC are ticketed only. For all other events at those venues on other days, standard guest list policies apply.
What is the full MDW 2026 DJ lineup in Las Vegas?
The confirmed MDW 2026 lineup from Las Vegas venue booking data: Friday — Marshmello (XS), Zedd (OMNIA Nightclub), Mustard (Marquee Nightclub), RL Grime (Zouk), Mau P (Encore Beach Club), Benny Benassi (TAO Beach), Chris Lake (OMNIA Dayclub), John Summit (LIV Nightclub). Saturday — Calvin Harris (Encore Beach Club), David Guetta (LIV Beach), The Chainsmokers (XS), Dom Dolla (LIV Nightclub), Tiësto (OMNIA Dayclub), Steve Aoki (OMNIA Nightclub), Kygo (Palm Tree Beach Club), Alesso (TAO Beach), TYGA (Marquee Dayclub), Gunna (Zouk), BigXthaPlug (Hakkasan), Lil Wayne (Drai's Nightclub), Fat Joe (Tailgate Beach Club). Sunday — Diplo (Encore Beach Club), Fisher (OMNIA Dayclub), Martin Garrix (TAO Beach), John Summit (LIV Beach), Hugel (XS), Knock2 (LIV Nightclub), Rick Ross (Hakkasan), Pauly D (OMNIA Nightclub), BLOND:ISH (Palm Tree Beach Club).
How much does Memorial Day Weekend Las Vegas cost per person?
A realistic MDW budget ranges from $800 to $2,500 per person for four days, depending on VIP level. Nightclub general admission cover runs $40 to $80 per person on Saturday, $20 to $50 on Friday and Sunday. Pool party admission runs $30 to $75 general admission, with ticketed headliner events (Kygo, Calvin Harris) at $50 to $150. Bottle service minimums jump to $2,500 to $5,000 for standard nightclub tables and $2,000 to $8,000 for premium dayclub cabanas. Hotel rooms increase 30 to 50 percent above regular May pricing. Using guest list on Friday and Sunday eliminates $200 to $400 in cover charges for a group of six, which is the single highest-impact cost reduction lever available.
What makes OMNIA Dayclub special for Memorial Day 2026?
OMNIA Dayclub at Caesars Palace opens in May 2026 — making MDW one of its first major holiday events. The 46,000 square foot venue connects to OMNIA Nightclub via an enclosed bridge, creating 121,000 square feet of combined Tao Group entertainment space. Residents include Tiësto, Chris Lake, Alesso, Steve Aoki, Afrojack, Fisher, and Martin Garrix. For MDW specifically, Fisher performs at OMNIA Dayclub on Sunday and Tiësto performs on Saturday — two of the highest-draw names in tech-house and progressive EDM at a venue with the energy of a brand-new opening.
What is the EXODUS Festival during Memorial Day Weekend?
EXODUS Festival is a multi-venue electronic music event running across multiple Las Vegas properties during Memorial Day weekend. A single EXODUS wristband grants access to 10 or more confirmed parties across participating nightclubs and dayclubs over the four-day window. Unlike a traditional single-site festival, you move between venues on your own schedule. EXODUS is most valuable for electronic music fans targeting three or more events over the weekend, as the pass cost can be lower than buying individual tickets separately. Check the EXODUS Festival site closer to the date for confirmed venue partners and full artist roster.
Which pool party should I prioritize on MDW Saturday?
Saturday May 23 has the strongest pool party competition of the entire holiday weekend. Encore Beach Club (Calvin Harris) is the all-around choice with 60,000 square feet and the Strip's most consistent headliner programming — but it is ticketed, buy in advance. Palm Tree Beach Club (Kygo) is the melodic electronic pick — warm, anthemic sets that lean more accessible than peak-hour tech-house. OMNIA Dayclub (Tiësto) is the premium tech-house and progressive choice with the added novelty of a new opening. TAO Beach (Alesso) offers an upscale alternative. Tailgate Beach Club (Fat Joe) is the most accessible Saturday option with open guest list and significantly lower pricing.
Can I do a pool party and nightclub on the same day during MDW?
Yes, and the day-to-night combination is the standard MDW schedule. The reliable formula: pool party 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, back to the hotel by 4:30 PM, a genuine rest break and meal between 5:00 and 8:00 PM, then nightclub from 10:30 PM until 2:00 to 3:00 AM. Critical mistakes to avoid: skipping the meal (a pool party without food followed by nightclub alcohol ends badly by 1:00 AM), skipping the rest (desert heat and dehydration hit harder than expected), and picking venues that are far from each other. OMNIA Dayclub to OMNIA Nightclub via the bridge at Caesars is the best same-property transition. Saturday is the day most MDW groups push hardest on the day-to-night combination.
Is Memorial Day Weekend or July 4th better for Las Vegas nightlife?
Both are peak-tier weekends with distinct advantages. Memorial Day Weekend benefits from significantly better pool party weather — temperatures of 95 to 102 degrees in late May are ideal for extended outdoor sessions without the 110-plus degree extremes of July 4th. MDW also has better guest list availability than the Fourth, when the most competitive venues go fully ticketed. July 4th has the spectacle of Strip fireworks and comparable nightclub headliners. If pool parties are your primary driver, choose MDW. If you prioritize nightclub headliners above all else, either weekend delivers. July 4th crowds tend to be heavier with more tourists, while MDW draws a slightly more regular Las Vegas visitor demographic.
Is Memorial Day Weekend busy in Las Vegas?
Memorial Day Weekend is the second-busiest nightlife weekend in Las Vegas after New Year's Eve — busier than July 4th for pool parties and comparable for nightclubs. Hotel occupancy on the Strip reaches 97 to 99 percent. Pool parties sell out cabanas and bungalows four to six weeks in advance for Saturday headliner events. Nightclub tables go faster than any other weekend except New Year's. Rideshare surge pricing runs 2x to 3x on Saturday night. For context: Encore Beach Club had over 4,000 people for the Calvin Harris MDW pool party in recent years. Plan everything in advance — walk-in guest list still works at most venues, but walk-in table requests do not exist on MDW Saturday.
Are there free events during Memorial Day Weekend in Las Vegas?
Yes — guest list access is free cover at 44 to 49 percent of pool party and nightclub events during Memorial Day Weekend. Free options include: Hakkasan Nightclub (guest list open Fri–Sun), OMNIA Dayclub and Nightclub (guest list for non-headliner nights), Marquee Dayclub and Nightclub, XS Nightclub (guest list Fri and Mon; Saturday Chainsmokers show is ticketed), LIV Nightclub and LIV Beach (guest list Thu–Sun), TAO Beach (guest list Friday and Sunday), Tailgate Beach Club (Fat Joe Saturday is guest list — unusually free for a peak-day headliner), and Zouk Nightclub. Women on guest list almost always enter free before 12 AM at pool parties and before midnight at nightclubs. Men on guest list typically enter free before 11 AM at pool parties and before 11:30 PM at nightclubs.
When do Memorial Day Weekend Las Vegas pool party tickets sell out?
Saturday headliner pool party tickets sell out the fastest. Calvin Harris at Encore Beach Club and Kygo at Palm Tree Beach Club typically sell out 3 to 4 weeks before MDW — by the first week of May in most years. OMNIA Dayclub tickets for Tiësto on Saturday move faster in 2026 than any prior year because the venue is new and first-mover demand spikes on new openings; the first major holiday weekend draws outsized curiosity. Friday and Sunday events at the same venues — Diplo at EBC and Fisher at OMNIA Dayclub — often have same-day ticket availability or remain fully on guest list. The rule: if you want Saturday pool party headliners, buy tickets by the first two weeks of May. If your schedule is flexible, Friday and Sunday offer the same artist tier with significantly lower demand pressure, shorter lines, and broader guest list availability throughout the day.
Which Las Vegas strip clubs are open during Memorial Day Weekend?
All major Las Vegas strip clubs operate full MDW programming, with expanded entertainment rosters and extended hours through 6 AM. Sapphire Las Vegas at 71,000 square feet is the largest and most commonly visited destination after MDW nightclub close — free limo pickup runs from every Strip hotel throughout the weekend. Crazy Horse III offers the best guest list availability during MDW and provides direct free limo service from all major Strip properties. Spearmint Rhino near MGM Grand is the most central location for groups finishing at Hakkasan or OMNIA Nightclub — a 5-minute rideshare or 15-minute walk. Free limo service to all three venues is available through the NoCoverVegas guest list system throughout MDW — coordinate at your nightclub before close for a free, surge-free transition. Strip clubs are the only Las Vegas nightlife venues reliably open past 3 AM during MDW, making them the natural extension of the nightclub schedule.
What should I pack for Memorial Day Weekend Las Vegas pool parties?
Essential MDW pool party kit: SPF 50 or higher sunscreen applied before arrival and reapplied every 90 minutes — late May UV index in the Mojave Desert reaches 10 to 11, severe enough for a full-thickness sunburn in under two hours without protection. A fashion swimsuit that meets venue dress code requirements — Encore Beach Club and OMNIA Dayclub have the strictest appearance standards during MDW. A waterproof phone case, since water guns and splash zones operate at most major dayclubs. Cash or a prepaid card for gratuity, since pool staff tips should be in cash. Water bottles are generally prohibited inside pool parties — dayclubs charge 6 to 12 dollars per water bottle, so pre-hydrate at your hotel before each session. A light jacket for the return trip after sunset — desert temperatures drop quickly after 5 PM and the walk from pool to hotel in wet swimwear can be uncomfortably cold. A portable charger rounds out the kit for any group running a full 12-hour day-to-night schedule.
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