Hard to believe, but Coachella's first weekend is just about a week and a half away. Which means fun, sun, music, and parties! Here now, in conjunction with our sister site Racked, we've rounded up a handful of Coachella's best parties during weekend one hosted by cool-kid brands, hot magazines and music superstars. There's a good mix of both public and invite-only events as per usual. Good luck trying to hit them all!
Thursday, April 10:
· Tilly's and Dickies present the Desert Lounge featuring music performances and skate demos. Thursday's performances will include DJ Mom Jeans (aka actor Danny Masterson), Bees Knees and Franco V. Ace Hotel and Swim Club (701 E Palm Canyon Dr), 5—10pm. RSVP here.
· Marc by Marc Jacobs Eyewear continues Ace's Desert Gold celebration with a tricked out edition of ¡Reunión!, the hotel's esteemed weekly party hosted by DJ Day. Ace Hotel and Swim Club (701 E Palm Canyon Dr), 10pm—late. RSVP here.
Friday, April 11:
· Tilly's and Dickies' second Desert Lounge event will also be the home of Fools Gold Records' 3rd annual pool party. Expect music from Jayceeoh, DJ Equal, Thee Mike B and Bay Area rapper 100s (with surprise guests). Lolawolf will perform at 5:30pm. Ace Hotel and Swim Club (701 E Palm Canyon Dr), 11am—7pm. RSVP here.
· LED Day Club is hosting a weekend of extraordinary DJ sets, including Friday's gig with A-Trak. Hard Rock Hotel Palm Springs (150 S Indian Canyon Dr), 11am—?. Purchase tix here.
· Opening Ceremony and Teva are teaming up for a Coachella party as part of The Saguaro Desert Weekender. British musician and dancer FKA Twigs is flying in from London just to perform at the event. Saguaro Palm Springs (1800 E Palm Canyon Dr), 3—9pm. RSVP here.
· Harper's Bazaar's editors and starlet Julianne Hough are hosting an intimate poolside fete presented by Urban Decay Cosmetics. Music will be provided by stylish DJ Mia Moretti. Parker Palm Springs (4200 E Palm Canyon Dr), 4—6pm. Invite only.
· FORWARD by Elyse Walker is hosting an epic event at Soho House's highly-anticipated pop-up. Merv Griffin Estate, 6—10pm. Invite only.
· DETAILS magazine's Details @ Midnight party is back for the third consecutive year. They're partnering with Lexus to present performances by RAC and DJ sets by The Knocks and Brendan Fallis and Hannah Bronfman. Private residence, 10pm—2am. Invite only.
Saturday, April 12:
· Harper's Bazaar returns to Coachella for a two-day pop-up and personal styling session with the magazine's fashionable editors. Sponsors include Evian, Joe's Jeans, Lucchese, Satya Jewelry and Urban Decay Cosmetics. Parker Palm Springs (4200 E Palm Canyon Dr), 11am—6pm. RSVP to thestyle@harpersbazaar.com to book a sesh.
· STYLEPOP.com is hosting an exclusive barbecue brunch with It girls Harley Viera-Newtow and Langley Fox Hemingway. Event partners include Mazdack Rassi, Milk Studios and Garage Radio. Private estate, 12—4pm. Invite only.
· GUESS is hosting their annual GUESS Hotel two-day bash. Expect beats, poolside bites and stylish giveaways. Viceroy Palm Spring (415 S Belardo Road), 12—5pm. Invite only.
· Marc by Marc Jacobs is hosting a one-day-only pop-up shop at Ace's Co-op store, which will feature the label's spring 2014 eyewear and more. Ace Hotel and Swim Club (701 E Palm Canyon Dr), 12—6pm. RSVP here.
· Dolce Vita and JD Fisk are throwing a two-day house party with an open bar, open kitchen, open pool and open fun. Sounds by Lucas Walters and Friends. Undisclosed location near the festival, 12—5pm. Invite only.
· LACOSTE's two-day pool party is back for the 5th year in the row to toast their brand new platform "Life is a Beautiful Sport" and to encourage all VIP guests to #LiveBeautifully. Expect DJs, food trucks, inflatable alligators and international style stars. Undisclosed location in Thermal, 1pm—6pm daily, Saturday and Sunday. Invite only.
· Rhonda Intl is throwing their annual Rhonda, Queen of the Desert Coachella party as part of The Saguaro Desert Weekender. This is the third year of their party at the Saguaro, but the first thing they're doing it two weekends in a row. Expect DJ sets by international dance music luminaries. Saguaro Palm Springs (1800 E Palm Canyon Dr), 1—7pm. RSVP here.
· H&M's H&M Loves Music bash is back. Riding on the coattails of their chic, fun and memorable pool party last year featuring a special live performance by Santigold, this year's "official" Coachella after-party will be an evening event that boasts an equally exciting performance. Undisclosed location in La Quinta. Invite only.
· Making Shapes party with music by François K, Tensnake, Split Secs and Modern Luv. TBA location is two miles from the festival. 10pm—late. Purchase $30 tix here.
· Nylon and Olay Fresh Effects present Neon Carnival with GUESS. Making its return for the fifth consecutive year, Brent Bolthouse's legendary Neon Carnival has become the can't-miss and most talked about exclusive event of the weekend. Activities will include GUESS-themed rides and games. Aviation Airport, 9pm—late. Learn more here.
· Jeremy Scott and Adidas' annual super exclusive Coachella party. Frank Sinatra House, 11pm—4am. Invite only.
Sunday, April 13:
· Cynthia Vincent is hosting an exclusive blogger brunch at 11:30am. Undisclosed location. Invite only.
· Harper's Bazaar returns to Coachella for a two-day pop-up and personal styling session with the magazine's fashionable editors. Sponsors include Evian, Joe's Jeans, Lucchese, Satya Jewelry and Urban Decay Cosmetics. Parker Palm Springs (4200 E Palm Canyon Dr), 11am—6pm. RSVP to thestyle@harpersbazaar.com to book a sesh.
· GUESS is hosting their annual GUESS Hotel two-day bash. Expect beats, poolside bites and stylish giveaways. Viceroy Palm Spring (415 S Belardo Road), 12—5pm. Invite only.
· Adidas Originals will host The Do-Over's 4th annual BBQ and poolside bash at The Commune. Expect dozens of all-star beat junkies and mystery guests. Ace Hotel and Swim Club (701 E Palm Canyon Dr), 12—6pm. RSVP here.
· LACOSTE's two-day pool party is back for the 5th year in the row to toast their brand new platform "Life is a Beautiful Sport" and to encourage all VIP guests to #LiveBeautifully. Expect DJs, food trucks, inflatable alligators and international style stars. Undisclosed location in Thermal, 1pm—6pm daily, Saturday and Sunday. Invite only.
· DJ Harvey will grace the decks for the finale of The Saguaro Desert Weekender's first weekend, hosted by Rolling Stone, Reyka, Keds, Hornitos Lime Shot, Miller, CorePower Yoga and Klorane. Guests will be treated to one of DJ Harvey's infamous extended sets. Saguaro Palm Springs (1800 E Palm Canyon Dr), 1—7pm. RSVP here.
· Filter Magazine's 12th Annual Coachella Yacht Club party presented by aerie by American Eagle Outfitters. Performances by Mayor Hawthorne, ASTR and many more. Undisclosed location, 9pm—1am. Stay tuned for access info here.
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