Coachella is about to take over the Coachella Valley this April, and it’s fair to say that some of us could use a few delicious drinks, good tunes, and dancing in the desert. Even if you don’t have passes for Coachella this year, you can still have a blast with these parties and events happening over Coachella Weekend 1.
While we’ve gathered a mix of events here, many parties are hosted by brands who send out exclusive invites to influencers and celebrities. For the best chance at getting into the parties, consider RSVPing well in advance, dressing in your best desert glam, and arriving early. Keep reading for a breakdown of the hottest Weekend 1 Coachella parties to check out during the world-famous music festival.
1. Framework in the Desert
Framework returns to the Coachella Valley for its fourth year transforming the Atlantic Aviation hangar into an epic desert club afterparty. Experience thrilling late-night performances from world-class acts in dance and house music, including Chris Lake, Deadmau5, Mau P, and more.
📍 Location: Atlantic Aviation, 86400 Lightning Street, Thermal, California
🗓️ Dates: Coachella Weekend 1 (April 11-13)
🎵 Performers: Chris Lake, Deadmau5, Mau P, Max Styler, Interplanetary Criminal, Francis Mercier, Layton Giordani
🌐 Learn more: Framework website
2. Goldenvoice Surf Club
Goldenvoice, the organization behind Coachella, will host two weekends of daytime parties at the Goldenvoice Surf Club. Festivalgoers can enjoy an idyllic pre-festival experience in the desert featuring global stars in electronic music. Watch performances in the amphitheater, jump in the wave pool, and rest up for the long festival days ahead.
📍Location: Palm Springs Surf Club, 1500 S Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs, CA 92264
🗓️ Dates: Coachella Weekend 1 and 2 (April 11-13 and 19-20)
🎵 Performers: Sammy Virji, Sara Landry, Polo & Pan, Eli Brown
🌐 Learn more: Goldenvoice Surf Club
3. ALT 101.5 Coachella Pre-Party
ALT 101.5 hosts a fun and indie-spirited Coachella party on Thursday at Big Rock Pub in Indio. The free event is open to all ages with no RSVP required, so if you’e in the mood for a less exclusive environment ahead of Coachella, this is a great option.
📍 Location: Big Rock Pub, 79940 Westward Ho Dr., Indio, CA 92201
🗓️ Dates: Coachella Weekend 1 (April 10, 2025)
🎵 Performers: De’Wayne, The 27’s
🌐 Learn more: Alt 101.5 FM
4. Dim Mak Afloat: Desert Edition
Steve Aoki’s record label Dim Mak presents a Weekend 1 Coachella party at The Saguaro Palm Springs, featuring live music by the pool. Enjoy the “desert edition” of their popular poolside event series.
📍 Location: The Saguaro Palm Springs, 1800 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264
🗓️ Dates: Coachella Weekend 1 (April 12)
🎵 Performers: TBA
🌐 Learn more: Dim Mak website
5. The Do-Over Palm Springs
The Do-Over Palm Springs teased a Coachella party on their Instagram story for Weekend 1. While details are still TBA, last year’s party was open to the public and featured live DJ sets. Stay tuned to their Instagram for more.
📍 Location: TBA – last year’s event was at the Amigo Room at the Ace Hotel
🗓️ Dates: Coachella Weekend 1 (April 12)
🎵 Performers: TBA
🌐 Learn more: @do_over on Instagram
6. Gallery Desert House
Gallery Media Group hosts an exclusive pop-up in Indio for Coachella Weekend 1 and Stagecoach. Invite-only guests will party it up at a desert pool party decked out with ongoing entertainment, art, music, a gifting suite, and wellness activations.
📍Location: TBA in Indio, CA
🗓️ Dates: Coachella Weekend 1 (April 11-13) and Stagecoach (April 25-27)
🎵 Performers: TBA
🌐 Request an invite: Gallery Desert House