When Do Pools Open in Vegas in 2025?

Let’s cut to the chase: Vegas pool season is less of a “season” and more of a vibe. A vibe that involves sunscreen, questionable decisions, and enough neon swimsuits to blind a UFO.

Most of the Strip’s pools officially flung open their gates on March 7, 2025, because nothing says “spring” like 75-degree weather and the faint smell of chlorine mixed with sunscreen. 

But hold your rubber duckies—this isn’t a one-size-fits-all splash fest. Between Mother Nature’s mood swings, construction chaos, and the eternal battle between party animals and parents, Vegas pools are a whole drama. Let’s dive in – literally.😉

Weather or Not: Will Vegas Pools Actually Let You In?

Vegas weather in March is like a magic trick: one day it’s sunny perfection, the next you’re shivering in a pool towel wondering why you didn’t pack a parka. The average high in late March is a toasty 75°F (24°C), but lows can dip to 52°F (11°C). Translation: You might get to lounge like a lizard, but the second the sun dips behind a cloud, you’ll regret that tiny bikini.

Last year, Vegas pool operators played chicken with the weather. A chilly March meant some pools delayed opening, leaving tourists to stare longingly at closed gates. 

This year, most hotels are rolling the dice and opening on time, but don’t be shocked if a rogue cold snap turns your pool day into a hot tub night (if you’re lucky).

Pro tip: If the pool’s open but the water feels like melted ice cubes, blame the weather gods—not the hotel.

The Flamingo Fiasco: GO Pool’s Renovation

Let’s talk about the elephant in the pool: Flamingo’s GO Pool is still under construction. This $20 million reno promises a swim-up bar, a 50-foot “rain curtain” waterfall, and 33 VIP cabanas that probably cost more than your car. 

The original March 7 opening got scrapped, and now they’re teasing a spring debut with reservations starting April 11. Will it actually open on time? Your guess is as good as ours. But hey, at least the palm trees are already in place.

Want more details on the new GO Pool? Check out our regularly updated article here.

Party Pools

If your idea of a pool day involves DJs, $20 cocktails, and forgetting your own name, Vegas’ party pools are ready to wreck your sleep schedule. Encore Beach Club, Marquee Dayclub, and Palm Tree Beach Club (formerly Wet Republic) are the holy trinity of “day-ger” chaos. 

These spots are less about swimming and more about pretending you’re in a music video. Dress code? Swim trunks for dudes, bikinis for the ladies, and enough glitter to make a disco ball jealous.

But beware: These pools are 21+, and the only “kiddie pool” here is the one filled with regret the next morning. Pro tip: Book tickets early—unless you enjoy paying $100 for a water bottle.

Family-Friendly Pools: Where Juice Boxes Rule

For those of us who haven’t forgotten how to act civilized, Vegas has pools that cater to the under-21 crowd. Mandalay Bay’s wave pool is a hit, but you must be 48″ or taller to go in, otherwise you might get knocked over. Park MGM and Encore offer shallow areas where kids can splash without needing floaties. 

Just remember: “Family-friendly” doesn’t mean “quiet.” You’ll still hear the bass from the nearby dayclub, but at least the juice boxes are free.

The Bottom Line (Because We Know You’re Skimming)

• Most pools opened March 7, but check our guide above unless you enjoy staring at locked gates.
• Flamingo’s GO Pool is fashionably late—April 2025, maybe?
• Party pools = DJs, drinks, and decisions you’ll explain later.
• Family pools = juice boxes, floaties, and maybe a nap.

So slap on that SPF 100, folks. Vegas pool season is here—whether the weather agrees or not.