May 22–25, 2026
Updated March 2026Memorial Day Weekend in Las Vegas
Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial start of summer in Las Vegas and one of the biggest nightlife weekends of the year. Pool party season is in full swing, nightclubs bring in their heaviest lineup...
What to Expect
Memorial Day Weekend Nightlife Guide
Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial start of summer in Las Vegas and one of the biggest nightlife weekends of the year. Pool party season is in full swing, nightclubs bring in their heaviest lineups, and the Strip is packed from Friday night through Monday. Expect a young, high-energy crowd, extended venue hours, and some of the best DJ bookings outside of NYE. This is prime time for a Vegas trip combining dayclubs and nightclubs.
Memorial Day Weekend Opens Pool Season — What It Means for Las Vegas in 2026
Memorial Day Weekend 2026 runs May 22 through 25, and it represents something beyond a single holiday in the Las Vegas nightlife calendar. MDW is the moment the city shifts from spring programming to full summer operations simultaneously across every major property. Dayclubs that have been running since late March at partial capacity move to full weekend programming for the first time. Hotels that maintained 78 to 85 percent occupancy through April hit 97 to 99 percent by Thursday evening before MDW. Outdoor temperatures climb reliably into the 95 to 103 degree range and stay there throughout the weekend — pool party season is open in the fullest sense. The 2026 MDW is especially significant because OMNIA Dayclub at Caesars Palace opens May 15 — exactly one week before Memorial Day Weekend begins. This means MDW 2026 is the first time Las Vegas hosts its full 2026 dayclub ecosystem simultaneously: Encore Beach Club, Marquee Dayclub, LIV Beach, AYU Dayclub, Tao Beach, Palm Tree Beach Club, Tailgate Beach Club, Stadium Swim, and the newly opened OMNIA Dayclub and Skybar are all operating together for the first time. The crowd that fills Las Vegas for MDW is intentionally there for the occasion — these are not casual visitors who happened to book a Vegas trip in May. This planning and intention from the crowd creates energy that subsequent summer weekends cannot replicate even when they book equivalent DJ talent. Hotels at the center of the Strip — Cosmopolitan, Venetian, Palazzo, Wynn, Caesars, Bellagio — are the most valuable real estate for MDW logistics. Being within walking distance of multiple pool parties and nightclubs eliminates the rideshare surge pricing problem that affects guests staying off-Strip. Book your hotel room with Strip adjacency as the primary criteria for MDW.
The Best Dayclubs for MDW 2026: Access, Lineup, and Logistics
Selecting the right dayclub for Memorial Day Weekend requires understanding what each venue prioritizes and how access differs during a holiday weekend from a normal Saturday. Encore Beach Club at Wynn is the consensus top choice for MDW. Its 60,000-square-foot pool complex books headliner DJs from the top of the EDM and house music world across all four days. EBC is a performance venue — artists play elevated DJ booths with production-grade sound, LED display walls, and lighting rigs that make midday feel like a festival stage. General admission on MDW Saturday at EBC runs $40 to $75 depending on the headliner, with a Calvin Harris or similarly-scaled booking pushing toward $80 to $100. Guest list through NoCoverVegas keeps your admission free on most days. Submit your request by the Monday of MDW week. Saturday is the most competitive day — some headliner bookings tighten guest list access and may require purchased tickets even for women. Arrive by 11:00 AM for Saturday regardless of entry method; the deck approaches full capacity before noon. Marquee Dayclub at The Cosmopolitan runs the best seamless day-to-night transition for MDW. The rooftop Terrace dayclub runs noon to 6 PM, then Marquee Nightclub below picks up the programming from 10 PM onward. Staying on property for the full dayclub-to-nightclub run eliminates the need to navigate MDW transportation during peak hours. LIV Beach at Fontainebleau programs its second full MDW season in 2026, booking four consecutive days of programming with DJ talent that rivals EBC on certain days. LIV Beach connects directly to LIV Nightclub, replicating the Marquee dual-venue advantage on the northern end of the Strip. Stadium Swim at Circa programs a full MDW weekend across six connected pools with 125-foot LED screens — the downtown location means shorter lines and easier rideshare access than Strip venues on the holiday weekend. May temperatures hit 100 degrees or above by early afternoon. All pools are heated regardless, but sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat are essential for extended dayclub sessions.
MDW Nightclub Programming: How Vegas Clubs Compete for the Opening Weekend
Memorial Day Weekend is the first true peak weekend of the nightclub season after spring shoulder months. Venues treat it as a statement booking — the acts they bring for MDW signal their summer identity and competitive positioning. XS at Wynn typically anchors Friday and Saturday with two of the most commercial-appeal headliners on its summer roster. The XS booking strategy for MDW prioritizes artists with broad crossover appeal: Diplo, Calvin Harris, The Chainsmokers, and Kygo have all headlined XS on MDW in recent years. The outdoor pool deck runs simultaneously with the indoor room on peak nights, expanding effective capacity while giving guests a choice between indoor production and open-air. OMNIA Nightclub at Caesars Palace coordinates its MDW bookings around the kinetic chandelier show — progressive house and trance acts that benefit from the venue's production infrastructure perform in the main room while the Hip-Hop Room on the third floor runs a parallel programming track for guests who want a different sound. OMNIA's three-room configuration allows it to serve more crowd demographics simultaneously than any other single nightclub for MDW. Drai's Nightclub at The Cromwell takes the differentiation approach: live hip-hop performances on the open-air rooftop. MDW is typically when Drai's books its first major live performer of the summer, establishing the rooftop identity for the season. Hakkasan at MGM Grand runs its full five-floor complex over MDW — capable of hosting 7,500 guests simultaneously across all rooms, making it the highest-volume venue for the opening weekend. Guest list cutoffs advance during MDW versus normal Saturdays. Most venues move women's check-in cutoff from 12:30 AM to 12:00 AM and men's cutoff from 1:00 AM to 11:30 PM on the peak Saturday night. Submit your NoCoverVegas guest list by Wednesday of MDW week for the best availability and to avoid weekend cutoff tightening.
Four Days in Las Vegas: The Optimal Memorial Day Weekend Structure
Memorial Day Weekend's four-day arc — Friday through Monday — is the longest standard holiday structure in Las Vegas nightlife. Most visitors arrive Thursday evening or Friday morning. Thursday night is underrated: programming is strong across all major clubs and crowds are manageable, which makes it an ideal calibration night to handle logistics before Friday and Saturday intensity peaks. The recommended MDW structure treats each day as a distinct experience with a deliberate rhythm. Friday is the opening move. A daytime session at a secondary dayclub — Tao Beach, Palm Tree Beach Club, or LIV Beach — is lower demand than Encore Beach Club and gives you the full pool party experience without the Saturday crowd intensity. Friday nightclub choices should factor in the following day: save your primary venue (XS, OMNIA, Drai's) for Saturday, and use Friday for either your second-choice club or a venue type you have not tried. Saturday is the peak execution day. The optimal blueprint for a serious MDW Saturday is: Encore Beach Club from 11 AM to 4 PM, hotel break from 4 to 7 PM, Strip-adjacent dinner by 8 PM, and nightclub arrival between 10 PM and 10:30 PM. This full-day structure requires advance reservation for both EBC and the nightclub — do not leave either booking until MDW week. Sunday has a different character: slightly relaxed after Saturday, with improving guest list availability at most venues. Pool parties continue at Marquee Dayclub and Stadium Swim. The Marquee dayclub-to-nightclub combination on Sunday is the most seamless option for guests who want a lower-friction day. Monday — the federal holiday — is the wind-down. Most guests who checked in Thursday or Friday check out Monday morning, reducing crowds significantly by midday. Monday dayclubs and Monday nightclubs have the best VIP upgrade availability and shortest lines of the four days. If your schedule allows an extra night, consider extending to Monday specifically for the higher-quality nightclub experience at lower demand.
MDW 2026 Confirmed Headliners: The Full Venue-by-Venue Lineup
The 2026 Memorial Day Weekend lineup is the strongest single booking period outside of New Year's Eve and EDC Week. Every major property released its confirmed headliners by early May, and the concentration of talent across four days is extraordinary. Friday May 22 opens the weekend at full speed: Mau P headlines Encore Beach Club for the pool party, Chris Lake opens OMNIA Dayclub for the first Friday of its inaugural month, and Benny Benassi takes Tao Beach. At night, John Summit headlines LIV Nightclub, Zedd plays OMNIA Nightclub, Marshmello takes XS, Mustard anchors Marquee for a hip-hop alternative, and RL Grime headlines Zouk. Saturday May 23 is the convergence point where six major dayclubs run simultaneously against seven major nightclub events. Calvin Harris headlines Encore Beach Club for his annual MDW tradition — the highest-demand pool party slot of the weekend. Tiesto headlines OMNIA Dayclub on Saturday, making the new Caesars Palace venue the most competitive booking against EBC on a single day that either club has had. Kygo takes Palm Tree Beach Club for melodic house. David Guetta headlines LIV Beach. TYGA performs at Marquee Dayclub, giving the Cosmopolitan property a hip-hop dayclub identity for MDW that mirrors Drai’s nightclub positioning after dark. At night, The Chainsmokers close XS, Steve Aoki headlines OMNIA Nightclub, Dom Dolla plays LIV, and BigXthaPlug anchors Hakkasan for the hip-hop contingent. Sunday May 24 delivers the weekend’s most underground headliners: FISHER at OMNIA Dayclub and Diplo at Encore Beach Club. Martin Garrix with Justin Mylo plays Tao Beach, John Summit double-headers at LIV Beach, and Rick Ross headlines Hakkasan at night. The pool party vs. nightclub decision is a genuine fork in MDW planning because the dayclub talent is not obviously inferior to the nightclub talent this year — a Calvin Harris afternoon set and a Chainsmokers midnight set are equally credible headliner experiences depending on your priorities.
The EDC Week Afterglow: Why MDW 2026 Hits Different
Memorial Day Weekend 2026 has a structural advantage over every prior MDW in Las Vegas nightlife history: it arrives exactly three days after EDC Week ends. EDC Week 2026 runs May 13 through 19, with the final extended programming through Tuesday May 19. Memorial Day Weekend begins Friday May 22. The three-day gap between the end of EDC Week and the start of MDW creates a visitor overlap pattern that has never existed before at this scale. In prior years, EDC Week and MDW were separated by two or more weeks, ensuring the crowds were entirely different. In 2026, a significant portion of the EDC Week crowd — attendees who flew in for the festival and extended their trips through the following week — is still in Las Vegas when MDW begins. These are the highest-value visitors in the nightlife ecosystem: experienced electronic music fans who have already been in the city for a week and know exactly how the guest list, venue, and transportation logistics work. They attend MDW with none of the first-timer confusion that normally dilutes Saturday energy. The OMNIA Dayclub connection makes this particularly meaningful: OMNIA Dayclub opened May 15 during EDC Week with Fisher, Rufus du Sol, and Martin Garrix. The same venue that debuted to the EDC crowd is now hosting Tiesto on MDW Saturday and Fisher again on MDW Sunday — a venue that EDC attendees already have a guest list relationship with, through the same NoCoverVegas sign-up they used for the opening weekend. No other holiday or weekend in 2026 benefits from this kind of primed, experienced crowd arriving simultaneously with its own venue relationship. The EDC afterglow effect is especially pronounced for pool parties. EDC Week normalizes dayclub attendance at a level that makes MDW’s all-day pool party culture feel natural rather than ambitious. First-timers on a normal MDW weekend are calibrating to the concept of a four-hour afternoon pool event. EDC veterans on MDW 2026 arrive already calibrated — which is why Saturday pool party demand this year is tracking higher than any previous MDW.
Which Las Vegas Hotel to Book for Memorial Day Weekend 2026
Hotel selection for MDW is a logistics decision more than a luxury decision. The single variable that matters most is walking distance to your primary nightclub and dayclub. Rideshare prices on MDW nights run 1.5 to 2.5 times normal rates from 10 PM to 2 AM, and the wait time for a pickup during the 11 PM to midnight window can reach 25 to 40 minutes. A group of four taking rideshare to and from a nightclub that is not walkable adds $80 to $160 per night in transportation costs that add up fast over four nights. Wynn and Encore are the top MDW hotel picks for guests prioritizing pool parties and EDM nightclubs. On-property access to Encore Beach Club and XS Nightclub means zero transportation cost for the two highest-demand events of the weekend. The Wynn Express shuttle connects the casino entrance to the resort exterior for guests arriving from the Strip, and the Wynn restaurants are among the strongest dinner options between pool party and nightclub without leaving the property. Caesars Palace is the 2026 wildcard pick specifically because OMNIA Dayclub opens May 15 on property. Guests staying at Caesars walk from their room to the pool party, walk back to the room for the break, then walk to OMNIA Nightclub via the bridge at night. The full day-to-night-to-room cycle happens within a single property. The Cosmopolitan offers the Marquee dayclub-to-nightclub advantage: Marquee Dayclub runs on the terrace, Marquee Nightclub is directly below. Guests staying at Cosmo pay zero transportation on any MDW day they choose the Marquee circuit. Fontainebleau delivers the same advantage for the LIV ecosystem: LIV Beach in the afternoon, LIV Nightclub at night, room upstairs. Resorts World is the value option for Zouk and Ayu Dayclub guests. Book hotel rooms before May 1 — MDW is the first major summer weekend and rates spike 30 to 50 percent in the final two weeks.
Memorial Day Weekend After-Hours: Strip Club Integration and Late-Night Strategy
Memorial Day Weekend extends well past 2 AM for the portion of the crowd that wants to keep the energy going after nightclubs close. Las Vegas has a concentrated strip club ecosystem within reach of the Strip that runs 24 hours through MDW, and the transition from nightclub to strip club is a well-established pattern in Las Vegas nightlife. Sapphire Las Vegas is the largest strip club in the world at 70,000 square feet and operates continuously through all four days of MDW, with a dedicated pool party on the property available to guests during daytime hours. Free limousine service and no cover through NoCoverVegas makes Sapphire accessible from any Strip hotel — the limo picks up at your door within 15 to 20 minutes. Crazy Horse 3 runs MDW-specific programming with live DJ sets, table service, and a layout that accommodates large groups from nightclub after-parties without the wait that a standard Saturday would generate. Peppermint Hippo Las Vegas at 1531 S Las Vegas Blvd is the only gentlemen’s club on Las Vegas Boulevard itself, making it a direct rideshare destination from any central Strip nightclub. The Friday through Sunday MDW programming at Peppermint Hippo is specifically designed to receive guests from nightclub close at 3 to 4 AM, with table service, multiple stages, and the highest-rated experience among on-Strip adult venues. Spearmint Rhino provides free limousine transportation from any Las Vegas hotel during MDW, operates 24 hours, and is positioned 10 to 15 minutes from the Strip by car with pickups available within 15 to 25 minutes of request. For groups wanting to maximize all four days of MDW without a 3 AM void, the nightclub-to-strip-club transition extends the night by two to three hours and is one of the most effective ways to extract full value from the long MDW weekend.
MDW 2026 Day-by-Day Schedule: Verified Venue Lineups for Every Night
The 2026 Memorial Day Weekend schedule is confirmed across all major Las Vegas nightlife venues based on event_listings data. What follows is the complete verified lineup organized by day, covering both dayclubs and nightclubs. Friday May 22: Encore Beach Club hosts Mau P for the daytime opening slot — a deep-tech-house booking that matches the forward-looking identity EBC has cultivated for Friday opener programming. Tao Beach Dayclub features Benny Benassi, a legacy act whose back catalog of early-2000s electro-house anthems gives Friday dayclubs a distinctive nostalgia energy distinct from the progressive bookings at EBC. OMNIA Dayclub at Caesars Palace opens the Friday slot with Chris Lake, whose deep melodic house identity continues his OMNIA residency from opening weekend. At nightfall on Friday May 22: Marshmello closes XS Nightclub, bringing his high-energy trap-pop hybrid sound to the Encore outdoor deck. Zedd takes OMNIA Nightclub for the kinetic-chandelier experience in the main room. John Summit headlines LIV Nightclub at Fontainebleau, his third consecutive peak holiday weekend at that venue. Mustard anchors Marquee Nightclub for the hip-hop contingent. RL Grime plays Zouk Nightclub, and DJ Drama headlines Hakkasan. Saturday May 23 carries the highest crowd density of the four days: Calvin Harris headlines Encore Beach Club from approximately 1 PM to 4 PM — this is the highest-demand pool party performance of the 2026 summer season outside of EDC Week. Calvin Harris at EBC on MDW Saturday is a ticketed event ($40–$100 general admission depending on remaining inventory) and is not accessible on the standard free guest list. Tiësto headlines OMNIA Dayclub on Saturday May 23, making the two-week-old venue the most competitive dayclub against EBC on a single afternoon. Kygo takes Palm Tree Beach Club at MGM Grand for melodic tropical house on the saltwater pool deck. David Guetta headlines LIV Beach at Fontainebleau. TYGA plays Marquee Dayclub for the hip-hop afternoon. At night on Saturday May 23: The Chainsmokers close XS Nightclub — their annual Memorial Day Weekend tradition at Wynn. Steve Aoki headlines OMNIA Nightclub. Dom Dolla plays LIV Nightclub. BigXthaPlug anchors Hakkasan. Gunna headlined a second Zouk room booking on Saturday night. Sunday May 24 delivers the weekend’s underground headliners: Diplo takes Encore Beach Club for the Sunday afternoon slot. Fisher headlines OMNIA Dayclub, bringing his chaotic peak-time house to the Caesars pool. Martin Garrix performs a full set at Tao Beach Dayclub with Justin Mylo as support. LIV Beach features John Summit for his second MDW appearance, making him the most versatile cross-venue booking of the four days. At night on Sunday May 24: Rick Ross headlines Hakkasan at MGM Grand — the hip-hop anchor of the entire MDW nightclub schedule. DJ Pauly D plays OMNIA Nightclub. Knock2 headlined LIV Nightclub. Monday May 25 follows with reduced but still active programming across dayclubs, with most nightclubs closing earlier than the Friday-through-Sunday pattern.
MDW 2026 Guest List Access vs. Ticketed Events: What Is Free and What Costs
Memorial Day Weekend has a mixed access landscape that requires advance research — some events are free on guest list, others require purchased tickets regardless of your NoCoverVegas registration. Understanding which events fall in which category is the difference between a budget-controlled weekend and surprise $100-per-person cover charges on Saturday night. Free guest list access confirmed for MDW 2026 (via NoCoverVegas): OMNIA Nightclub (Zedd Friday, Steve Aoki Saturday, DJ Pauly D Sunday), OMNIA Dayclub (Chris Lake Friday, Fisher Sunday — note Tiësto Saturday may be ticketed for general admission), LIV Nightclub (John Summit Friday, Dom Dolla Saturday, Knock2 Sunday), LIV Beach (Disco Lines Friday, John Summit Sunday), Marquee Nightclub (Mustard Friday), Marquee Dayclub (Beatport Fridays on Friday, TYGA Saturday may be ticketed — verify), Hakkasan (DJ Drama Friday, BigXthaPlug Saturday, Rick Ross Sunday), Zouk (RL Grime Friday and Saturday), Tao Nightclub (Crespo Friday, DJ Franzen Saturday), Tao Beach (Benny Benassi Friday, Alesso Saturday, Martin Garrix Sunday), Tailgate Beach Club (all three days including Fat Joe Saturday — the most accessible free MDW event on the Strip). Ticketed events requiring purchased admission: Calvin Harris at Encore Beach Club on Saturday May 23 — the highest-demand single pool party event of the summer, general admission $40–$100 depending on remaining availability. Kygo at Palm Tree Beach Club on Saturday May 23 — ticketed pool party with limited general admission. EBC general pool party access on Friday and Sunday operates differently from the Saturday Calvin Harris headliner — Friday’s Mau P set and Sunday’s Diplo set may have free guest list availability depending on EBC’s allocation. Table service minimums during MDW run substantially above normal weekend rates: XS Nightclub MDW Saturday table minimums start at $3,500 for secondary placement and $7,500+ for prime dance floor positioning. OMNIA Nightclub MDW Saturday tables start at $2,500. Hakkasan MDW Saturday starts at $2,000. LIV MDW Saturday at $2,500. These minimums are non-negotiable during peak MDW programming. By comparison, a normal mid-May Saturday at the same venues runs $1,500–$3,500 minimums. The percentage increase for MDW can reach 40–60% over the normal Saturday baseline at top-tier clubs. Budget planning rule: use guest list on Friday and Sunday to offset the Saturday premium, whether that means tickets for Calvin Harris or the higher door prices at non-guest-list events. The weekend math works out positively if you treat Saturday as your one-day premium spend and Friday/Sunday as your guest-list days.
Navigating the Las Vegas Strip During MDW: Transportation and Crowd Management
Memorial Day Weekend transforms the Las Vegas Strip into a significantly more congested environment than any normal summer weekend. Understanding how to navigate the street layout, casino corridors, and rideshare patterns is as important as choosing the right venue. The Las Vegas Strip runs approximately 4.2 miles from Mandalay Bay at the south end to the Sahara at the north end. Walking the full length of the Strip is feasible during off-peak hours but becomes impractical between 10 PM and 2 AM on MDW Friday and Saturday when sidewalks crowd to the point of near-standstill near the most active casino entrances. The Bellagio fountains at the center of the Strip create a natural pedestrian bottleneck — the sidewalk narrows and crowds converge at the fountain viewpoints from both north and south directions. Plan your nightclub route to avoid crossing the Bellagio intersection at peak hours if your destination is more than two properties away. Casino corridors are the local’s shortcut during MDW. Every major Strip property connects to adjacent properties via casino floors or sky bridges. Wynn connects to Encore via an internal corridor and shares casino floor access. The Venetian and Palazzo are connected buildings. Caesars Palace connects internally to The LINQ via an outdoor shopping promenade. These connections allow pedestrians to move between adjacent properties without touching the crowded exterior sidewalk — a significant time savings on Friday and Saturday nights when the exterior walk between Caesars and Wynn takes twice as long as normal. Rideshare strategy: request your Uber or Lyft from a casino interior pickup location, not the front entrance. Every major Strip casino has a back-of-property rideshare pickup zone. At Wynn, pickups occur at the Encore Tower entrance on Wynn Road, off the main Strip. At Caesars Palace, pickups are in the parking structure entrance on Flamingo Road. Using these interior pickup points reduces wait times from 20–40 minutes to 8–15 minutes during peak MDW hours. The Las Vegas Monorail runs from MGM Grand at the south to the SLS/Sahara at the north. During MDW, the monorail’s capacity limitations mean trains reach standing-room-only density. The seven-stop route covers most of the eastern-facing casino cluster — for guests whose hotel and nightclub both have monorail stops, it remains the fastest transit option. Guests without monorail access should coordinate group departure from venues at least 20 minutes before they want to arrive at their next location. MDW Saturday night Uber surges begin at 10:30 PM and peak between 12:30 AM and 2:00 AM — this is the window when rideshare wait times reach 30–45 minutes for standard vehicles. Book one size up (XL) during this window — the additional cost is typically offset by shorter wait time.
Plan Ahead
Planning Your Memorial Day Weekend Trip
Las Vegas transforms during Memorial Day Weekend (May 22–25, 2026). The Strip fills with visitors from across the country, and every major resort, nightclub, and restaurant raises its game for the occasion. Whether this is your first time visiting Vegas for a holiday weekend or you have been before, having a plan makes the difference between a good trip and an unforgettable one. Hotels near the center of the Strip — between The Cosmopolitan and The Venetian — put you within walking distance of the highest concentration of nightlife venues, so you spend less time in transit and more time enjoying the holiday.
We recommend arriving on the day before Memorial Day Weekend officially begins so you can settle in and scope out the scene. Most clubs announce their holiday lineups and special events two to three weeks before the date, so keep an eye on our holiday calendar for updates. Signing up for guest list early through NoCoverVegas guarantees your spot, even if venues tighten availability closer to the weekend. Once you have your guest list confirmation, you can focus on dinner reservations, shows, and everything else that makes Vegas the entertainment capital of the world.
Group coordination is the biggest challenge for holiday weekends. If you are traveling with four or more people, designate a point person to handle all the bookings and guest list signups in one submission. This ensures your entire group is on the same list at the same venue, which avoids confusion at the door. Text us at (725) 999-9293 with your group details and we will handle the rest — from guest list placement to restaurant recommendations near your hotel.
Confirmed Lineup
Top DJs This Weekend
These are the confirmed headline DJs performing in Las Vegas during Memorial Day Weekend. Click any DJ to see their full holiday schedule, venue details, and free guest list options.
Where to Go
Best Venues for Memorial Day Weekend
These are our top picks for Memorial Day Weekend in Las Vegas. Each venue delivers a unique experience for the holiday, and we can get you on the guest list at every one of them.
Encore Beach Club
The premier pool party experience for MDW. Headliner DJs perform poolside all three days of the holiday weekend.
XS Nightclub
Wynn’s flagship runs special MDW lineups with top-tier EDM headliners on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights.
OMNIA Nightclub
Caesars Palace delivers a premium MDW experience with the kinetic chandelier and massive three-night event series.
Marquee Dayclub
The Cosmopolitan’s outdoor pool is the MDW dayclub to beat. Headliner DJs and a seamless transition to the nightclub below make it the perfect all-day venue.
Marquee Nightclub
The dayclub-to-nightclub combo is perfect for MDW. Spend the day poolside, then head downstairs for the nightclub event.
Sapphire Las Vegas
The Sapphire Dayclub pool party runs during MDW, plus free nighttime entry through NoCoverVegas.
OMNIA Dayclub
Caesars Palace's brand-new 46,000 sq ft dayclub opens just one week before MDW 2026. Chris Lake (Friday), Tiësto (Saturday), and Fisher (Sunday) headline its debut holiday weekend — the highest-profile new-venue MDW booking in recent Las Vegas history.
LIV at Fontainebleau
Memorial Day Weekend is one of LIV’s biggest programming weekends, bringing the legendary Miami party energy to the Strip.
LIV Beach
Fontainebleau’s outdoor pool experience pairs perfectly with LIV nightclub for a full MDW day-to-night itinerary.
Stadium Swim
Circa’s downtown pool complex is a top MDW destination with six heated pools, 40-foot screens, and a high-energy party atmosphere all weekend.
Tao Beach
The Venetian’s rooftop pool party runs premium MDW programming with top DJs and a Balinese-inspired setting.
Drai’s Nightclub
The open-air rooftop setting at Drai’s is perfect for warm MDW nights. Live performances and hip-hop headliners anchor the holiday weekend.
Palm Tree Beach Club
MGM Grand’s tropical pool venue hosts all-day MDW events with house music DJs and a saltwater pool.
Jewel Nightclub
Aria’s compact yet powerful nightclub offers MDW events with shorter lines than the mega-clubs and top-tier production.
Kings of Hustler
Las Vegas's premier male revue celebrates Memorial Day Weekend with rooftop events all three nights — open-air views, live shows, and free entry through NoCoverVegas.
Peppermint Hippo
The only strip club on the Strip — MDW nightclubbers can walk from any Strip hotel to Peppermint Hippo, free entry through NoCoverVegas.
Spearmint Rhino
24-hour operation through Memorial Day weekend — world-famous brand with free limo and no cover via NoCoverVegas.
Step-by-Step
How to Get Free Entry During Memorial Day Weekend
Getting into Las Vegas nightclubs without paying cover during a holiday weekend is straightforward when you use a guest list service. Here is exactly how it works for Memorial Day Weekend through NoCoverVegas, from signup to walking past the velvet rope.
Sign Up on NoCoverVegas
Submit your name, group size, and the date you want to go out using the form on this page or text us at (725) 999-9293. Signing up takes less than sixty seconds and is completely free. Do this at least one day before your night out — earlier is better for Memorial Day Weekend weekend, since venues may cap their guest lists.
Receive Your Confirmation
We will text you a confirmation with your venue, the check-in time, and the name your group is listed under. Save this text — you will show it to the guest list host at the door. For Memorial Day Weekend, most confirmations go out by 5 PM on the day of your reservation.
Arrive During the Guest List Window
Guest list entry at most Las Vegas nightclubs is valid from doors open until approximately 12:30 AM for women and 12:00 AM for men. Arriving within this window is essential — after the cutoff, you will need to purchase general admission or a table. We recommend arriving by 10:30 PM on holiday weekends to avoid long lines.
Check In at the Guest List Entrance
When you arrive at the venue, look for the dedicated guest list or VIP check-in line — it is separate from the general admission line and typically much shorter. Give the host the name on your confirmation. Once checked in, you walk straight into the venue with no cover charge. For Memorial Day Weekend, expect the check-in process to take five to fifteen minutes depending on the venue.
Enjoy the Night
Once inside, the full venue is open to you — dance floor, bars, outdoor areas, everything. The only difference between guest list entry and a purchased ticket is that guest list does not include reserved seating. If you want a table, let us know when you sign up and we can add VIP table service to your reservation at a discounted rate.
Know Before You Go
Pricing During Memorial Day Weekend
Holiday weekends are peak season for Las Vegas nightlife, and pricing reflects the increased demand. General admission cover charges at major nightclubs on the Strip typically range from $30 to $75 per person on a normal weekend, but during Memorial Day Weekend those prices can climb to $50 to $150 or more, especially at venues with headliner DJs or live performers. Women usually pay less than men at the door, but even reduced female pricing increases during holidays.
That is where guest list makes the biggest difference. When you sign up through NoCoverVegas, you skip the cover charge entirely — even during Memorial Day Weekend weekend. The savings add up fast: a group of six avoiding a $75 cover keeps $450 in their pocket before they even order a drink. Guest list is free for women at virtually every venue, and free or heavily reduced for men at most clubs during holiday weekends.
VIP table service is another option for groups who want a reserved space and bottle service. Table minimums during Memorial Day Weekend typically start at $1,500 to $3,000 at mid-tier venues and can reach $5,000 to $20,000 or more at top-tier clubs like XS, Zouk, or OMNIA for prime locations. If a table is in your budget, we can negotiate preferred pricing and placement through our venue relationships. If not, guest list entry gives you full access to the venue without any spend minimum — it is the best deal in Las Vegas nightlife.
Insider Tips
Tips for Memorial Day Weekend in Vegas
Book everything at least 3–4 weeks in advance. MDW is one of the top three busiest nightlife weekends of the year.
Pool parties are the star of MDW. Plan at least one or two day sessions at Encore Beach Club, Marquee Dayclub, or Ayu Dayclub.
Saturday and Sunday nights are the peak club nights. Monday is still active but slightly less crowded — good for VIP upgrades at better prices.
Temperatures can hit 100°F+ by late May. Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen at pool parties, and seek shade between sets.
Guest list is available but fills up fast. Sign up with us by Wednesday of the preceding week to lock in your spots.
Dress Code
What to Wear for Memorial Day Weekend in Vegas
Las Vegas nightclubs enforce dress codes year-round, and holiday weekends are no exception. The standard rule is upscale casual to dressy: collared shirts, dress shoes or clean designer sneakers, and fitted pants or jeans for men. For women, dresses, heels, and stylish going-out attire are always appropriate. During Memorial Day Weekend, the crowd tends to dress up even more than usual, so matching that energy helps you blend in and ensures a smooth entry at the door.
Specific items to avoid at all Las Vegas nightclubs include athletic wear, shorts, sandals, flip-flops, jerseys, baggy clothing, and any visible logos from workwear brands. Hats are generally not allowed at most venues, though some clubs are more lenient on fitted caps. When in doubt, err on the side of overdressing — you will never be turned away for looking too good. For a more detailed breakdown, check out our Las Vegas dress code guide.
If your Memorial Day Weekendplans include both a nightclub and a strip club in the same night, good news: strip clubs in Las Vegas have more relaxed dress codes than nightclubs. You can come dressed for the club and be perfectly fine at Sapphire, Crazy Horse III, or any other top gentlemen's club on our list. Planning a daytime pool party? Those are swimwear-appropriate with coverups — a completely different vibe from nighttime venues.
Transportation
Getting Around Vegas During Memorial Day Weekend
Transportation is one of the biggest headaches during holiday weekends in Las Vegas, and Memorial Day Weekend is no different. Rideshare prices surge dramatically between 10 PM and 2 AM on peak nights, and what normally costs $10 to $15 can balloon to $40 to $60 or more. Planning your transportation in advance saves money and ensures you actually arrive at the venue on time for your guest list window.
If your hotel is on the Strip and the club is also on the Strip, walking is often the fastest option — even if your phone says otherwise. Traffic during Memorial Day Weekend can turn a five-minute drive into a thirty-minute crawl. The Las Vegas Monorail runs along the east side of the Strip and connects seven stations from MGM Grand to the SAHARA, making it a reliable option for getting between venues without dealing with street-level congestion. Single rides are $5 and unlimited day passes are $13.
For strip clubs, NoCoverVegas offers free guest list entry from your hotel — this is the easiest and most cost-effective way to get to venues like Sapphire and Crazy Horse III, especially during busy holiday weekends. Just include your hotel name and preferred pickup time when you sign up for the guest list, and we will arrange everything. No rideshare surge, no waiting for a taxi, and no cover charge when you arrive.
Walking
Free and fast for Strip clubs within 1 mile of your hotel. Budget 15-20 minutes per mile.
Monorail
$5 per ride or $13 day pass. Runs until midnight on weekdays, 2 AM on weekends.
Rideshare
Uber and Lyft are widely available. Request from designated pickup areas to avoid delays. Expect surge pricing after 10 PM.
Free Entry
Complimentary pickup to strip clubs through NoCoverVegas. Includes return trip. Text us to arrange.
Common Questions
Memorial Day Weekend FAQ
Is Memorial Day Weekend busy in Las Vegas?
Extremely busy. It is one of the top three nightlife weekends of the year alongside NYE and EDC Week. Hotels, nightclubs, and pool parties are all near capacity. Book well in advance.
Is guest list available for MDW in Vegas?
Yes — and more broadly than most guides acknowledge. Booking data shows 44–49% of events across the four-day window offer free guest list access. Confirmed venues: Hakkasan, OMNIA Dayclub and Nightclub, Marquee Dayclub and Nightclub, XS, LIV Nightclub, LIV Beach, TAO Beach, Zouk, Drai's, AYU, Tailgate Beach Club, Liquid Pool, and Palm Tree Beach Club. The exceptions are specific ticketed headliner shows — Calvin Harris at EBC and Kygo at Palm Tree Beach Club on Saturday.
What is the weather like in Vegas for Memorial Day?
Hot and sunny. Expect highs between 95°F and 105°F with zero chance of rain. Perfect pool party weather but bring SPF 50+ sunscreen, reapply every 90 minutes, and pre-hydrate at your hotel before each dayclub session.
Should I do a pool party or nightclub on MDW?
Both. The standard MDW formula: pool party 11 AM to 4:30 PM, hotel break and meal from 5 to 9 PM, nightclub from 10:30 PM. Marquee at The Cosmopolitan and OMNIA at Caesars Palace both offer same-property dayclub-to-nightclub transitions that eliminate transportation entirely.
What is the full MDW 2026 DJ lineup in Las Vegas?
Friday May 22: Marshmello (XS), Zedd (OMNIA Nightclub), Mau P (EBC), Chris Lake (OMNIA Dayclub), Benny Benassi (TAO Beach), John Summit (LIV Nightclub). Saturday May 23: Calvin Harris (EBC — ticketed), Tiësto (OMNIA Dayclub), Kygo (Palm Tree — ticketed), David Guetta (LIV Beach), The Chainsmokers (XS Nightclub), Steve Aoki (OMNIA Nightclub), Alesso (TAO Beach), TYGA (Marquee Dayclub), Fat Joe (Tailgate Beach Club — open guest list). Sunday May 24: Diplo (EBC), Fisher (OMNIA Dayclub), Martin Garrix (TAO Beach), John Summit (LIV Beach), Rick Ross (Hakkasan), Pauly D (OMNIA Nightclub). Monday May 25: David Guetta (LIV Beach), select dayclubs with reduced hours.
How much does Memorial Day Weekend Las Vegas cost per person?
Budget realistically for $800–$2,500 per person for four days. Nightclub cover runs $40–$80 per person on Saturday. Pool party GA is $30–$75, with ticketed headliner events (Kygo, Calvin Harris) at $50–$150. Hotel rooms on the Strip cost 30–50% above regular May pricing. Using guest list on Friday and Sunday eliminates $200–$400 in cover charges for a group of six — the single highest-impact cost lever available.
What makes OMNIA Dayclub special for Memorial Day 2026?
OMNIA Dayclub opened May 15, 2026 — one week before MDW — making this holiday its debut major event. The 46,000 sq ft Tao Group venue at Caesars Palace connects to OMNIA Nightclub via an enclosed bridge. MDW lineup: Chris Lake (Friday), Tiësto (Saturday), Fisher (Sunday). The Caesars complex lets you do OMNIA Dayclub in the afternoon and OMNIA Nightclub at night without leaving the property.
When should I arrive at pool parties during MDW?
Arrive at opening (11 AM) on Saturday for headliner shows like Calvin Harris at EBC and Tiësto at OMNIA Dayclub — both venues approach capacity before noon. Friday and Sunday pool parties are more forgiving; arriving by noon is sufficient. Monday dayclubs are the most relaxed and rarely fill to capacity. Register your guest list by the Monday of MDW week — Saturday guest lists at premium venues can fill by Wednesday.
Memorial Day Weekend Resources
Complete Memorial Day Weekend Las Vegas Guides
MDW Day-by-Day Schedule 2026
Night-by-night DJ lineups, pool party picks, insider strategy, and no-cover guest list for May 22–25.
MDW Las Vegas 2026 Full Guide
Complete Memorial Day Weekend itinerary — best nightclubs, pool parties, and no-cover strategy.
MDW Pool Parties 2026
Best dayclubs for Memorial Day Weekend — EBC, Marquee, Tao Beach, and more.
MDW Nightclubs 2026
Top Las Vegas nightclubs for Memorial Day weekend — Hakkasan, OMNIA, XS, and Drais.
MDW Itinerary 2026
Day-by-day itinerary for Memorial Day Weekend in Las Vegas — pool parties, nightclubs, and shows.
MDW Birthday Guide 2026
Celebrate your birthday over Memorial Day Weekend — free guest list at XS, OMNIA, Marquee, and EBC.
All Pool Parties & Dayclubs
Browse every Las Vegas dayclub and pool party open over Memorial Day Weekend.
Calvin Harris MDW Guide
Calvin Harris headlines Encore Beach Club on MDW Saturday — the biggest pool party of the summer season.
Las Vegas Shows: May–June 2026
Concerts, residencies, and shows on the Strip over Memorial Day Weekend and into June — complete 2026 schedule.
June Las Vegas Nightlife
What's open in Las Vegas in June — best nightclubs, pool parties, and headliner DJs for the first full month of summer.
Pool Party Season Guide
Memorial Day Weekend kicks off Las Vegas pool party season — full guide to every dayclub open May through September.
Pool Parties & Dayclubs for MDW 2026
Every major Las Vegas dayclub runs MDW programming May 22–25. Calvin Harris headlines EBC on Saturday, FISHER closes at OMNIA Dayclub on Sunday, and Diplo takes his annual MDW slot at EBC. Submit guest list by the Monday before the weekend.
Encore Beach Club
Calvin Harris Sat — Mau P Fri — Diplo Sun
OMNIA Dayclub
Fisher Sun — Tiësto Sat — Chris Lake Fri
Tao Beach Dayclub
Martin Garrix + Justin Mylo Sun
Marquee Dayclub
TYGA Sat — full MDW programming
LIV Beach
David Guetta Sat — John Summit Sun
Palm Tree Beach Club
Kygo Sat — MDW pool party headliners
AYU Dayclub
Resorts World — full MDW dayclub weekend
Stadium Swim
Circa downtown — six pools + LED screens
Tailgate Beach Club
Fat Joe Sat — hip-hop pool party anchor
Best Nightclubs for Memorial Day Weekend
Every major Strip nightclub books its peak headliners for MDW. XS runs The Chainsmokers on Saturday and Marshmello on Friday. OMNIA books Steve Aoki for MDW Saturday and DJ Pauly D on Sunday.
XS Nightclub
Chainsmokers Sat — Marshmello Fri — Hugel Sun
OMNIA Nightclub
Steve Aoki Sat — DJ Pauly D Sun — Zedd Fri
LIV Nightclub
Dom Dolla Sat — Knock2 Sun — John Summit Fri
Hakkasan
BigXthaPlug Sat — 7,500-cap MDW programming
Drai's Nightclub
Hip-hop rooftop — open air MDW programming
Marquee Nightclub
Mustard Fri — dayclub-to-nightclub MDW combo
Zouk Nightclub
RL Grime Fri — Gunna Sat at Resorts World
XS MDW Guest List
Free entry — limited men's spots MDW weekend
Venue-Specific MDW 2026 Guides
Each major venue has a dedicated Memorial Day Weekend guide — confirmed DJ lineups, guest list cutoff times, arrival strategy, and what to expect night by night.
EBC MDW 2026 Guide
Calvin Harris Sat · Mau P Fri · Diplo Sun
XS MDW 2026 Guide
Chainsmokers Sat · Marshmello Fri · Hugel Sun
OMNIA MDW 2026 Guide
Steve Aoki Sat · Zedd Fri · Pauly D Sun
Hakkasan MDW 2026
BigXthaPlug Sat · DJ Drama Fri
LIV MDW 2026 Guide
Dom Dolla Sat · John Summit Fri
Zouk MDW 2026 Guide
Gunna Sat · RL Grime Fri
TAO Beach MDW 2026
Martin Garrix Sun · Alesso Sat
Palm Tree MDW 2026
Kygo Sat · Mike Attack Fri
OMNIA Dayclub MDW
Fisher Sun · Tiësto Sat · Chris Lake Fri
LIV Beach MDW 2026
David Guetta Sat · John Summit Sun
Draī's After Hours MDW
Late-night post-club programming
Strip Clubs for Memorial Day Weekend
Free entry and free limo from your hotel to all major Las Vegas strip clubs — no cover, no minimums through NoCoverVegas. Sapphire runs its annual MDW Pool Party during the day.
Sapphire Las Vegas
MDW Pool Party + largest club in the world
Crazy Horse 3
Best-rated gentleman's club — free limo
Spearmint Rhino
24-hour MDW operation — free limo included
Peppermint Hippo
Only strip club on the Strip — walk from any hotel
Hustler Club
Free limo pickup from any Strip hotel
Kings of Hustler
Rooftop MDW events — open air three nights
Best Hotels for Memorial Day Weekend
Mid-Strip hotels put you within walking distance of the highest concentration of MDW dayclubs and nightclubs. Book 4–6 weeks in advance — MDW is one of the three busiest hotel weekends of the year.
Wynn & Encore
EBC + XS on property — best MDW dayclub access
Caesars Palace
OMNIA Dayclub + OMNIA Nightclub on property
The Cosmopolitan
Marquee Dayclub + Nightclub — day-to-night MDW
MGM Grand
Palm Tree Beach Club + Hakkasan on property
Fontainebleau Las Vegas
LIV Beach + LIV Nightclub — David Guetta MDW Sat
Venetian & Palazzo
Tao Beach + TAO Nightclub — Martin Garrix MDW Sun
Upcoming Las Vegas Holidays & Events
Memorial Day Weekend follows EDC Week by three days in 2026 — the closest these two mega-events have ever been. July 4th and Labor Day are the next major summer nightlife weekends.
EDC Week
May 13–19, 2026
July 4th
Jul 4–5, 2026
Labor Day
Sep 5–7, 2026
All Holidays
Full Las Vegas holiday calendar
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