Coachella 2015 Lineup
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It’s that time of the year when celebrities and common folks alike make the annual trek to the desert for Coachella.
While this year’s lineup boasts big names like Drake, Jack White, AC/DC and FKA Twigs, parties popping up around the festival grounds will surely draw in A-list music lovers who are looking to soak up some sun in style during their downtime in between sets. Though certain soirees are limited to VIPs only, there are still plenty of events open to the public.
So, where can you expect to see Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid chilling by the pool? Where might Miley Cyrus pop up this year? Here’s your guide to all the happenings around Coachella on Weekend One.
(Note: All events are not affiliated or associated with the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.)
Friday, April 10
MAC Cosmetics and Mia Moretti’s Pool Party
What: DJ and fashion muse Mia Moretti is celebrating her MAC Mia Moretti collection inspired by the upcoming summer festival season. MAC makeup artists will also be roaming the party grounds offering complimentary makeup applications for guests.
Who: Mia Moretti to host.
Where: Ingleside Inn (200 W Ramon Rd, Palm Springs, 92265)
When: 2-6 p.m.
Invite only.
The Retreat @ Coachella
What: This low-key, three-day gathering is perfect for those who wants to get pampered before hitting the festival grounds. Guests will nosh on healthy bites provided by The Fat Radish while sipping on Abolut Elyx. Kiehl’s will also host a men’s barber shop, while an in-house salon will offer complimentary massages.
Who: Guest DJ set by SOSUPERSAM. Music from Isaac Ferry and Daisy O’Dell.
Where: The Sparrows Lodge (1330 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, 92264)
When: 12-5 p.m.
Invite only.
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Coach and Executive Creative Director Stuart Vevers’ Daytime Party
What: Want to be like the cool kids? You better snag yourself an invite to this exclusive bash hosted by Coach and and executive creative director Stuart Vevers.
Who: Echosmith to perform.
Where: Soho Desert House
When: 3-6 p.m.
Invite only.
PopSugar + ShopStyle Happy Hour
What: PopSugar and ShopStyle are kicking off their three-day takeover at the Viceroy Palm Springs with an evening reception with Alessandra Ambrosio to celebrate the launch of her new BaubleBar collection.
Who: Alessandra Ambrosio
Where: Viceroy Palm Springs (415 S Belardo Rd, Palm Springs, 92262)
When: 4:30-7 p.m.
Invite only.
Pandora Jewelry Presents Siwy Denim Runway Show
What: What’s Coachella without a little fashion? Pandora Jewelry will present a Siwy Denim runway show held inside a private tent. Guests without a ticket inside can spend time sipping on cocktails, doing some yoga or indulging in spa services from Exhale Spa and Hawaiian Tropic.
Where: Parker Palm Springs (4200 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, 92264)
When: 5 p.m.
Invite only for runway show. Lawn party is open to public.
Katy Perry and Robert Pattinson at H&M's Coachella Party
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H&M Loves Coachella
What: While H&M’s killer bash last year saw guests like Katy Perry and Robert Pattinson dancing to the sounds of Iggy Azalea and Major Lazer, the fashion brand is shifting gears for 2015 and opting to host a private sunset cocktail party.
Who: Haim is set to perform a guest DJ set. SheJ to provide music.
Where: Parker Palm Springs (4200 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, 92264)
When: 6-9 p.m.
Invite only.
Nylon VIP Midnight Garden party
What: The magazine is going all out for its after-dark bash with a makeup station and gift bags from NYX Cosmetics, hair station from Glamsquad, catering from STK, a Perrier-hosted bar and — of course — a photobooth to ensure guests have photographic evidence of their awesome night.
Who: Music from Chelsea Leyland and The Misshapes.
Where: Private Hangar in Bermuda Dunes
When: 9 p.m.-3 a.m.
Invite only.
Saturday, April 11
People Style Watch and Revolve present Festival Fashion
What: This fete serves as the launch party for Revolve’s exclusive six-piece festival capsule collection with the actress titled “Nikki Reed for REVOLVE.”
Who: Nikki Reed to host. Performance by Jhene Aiko with DJ set from Chelsea Leyland.
Where: Avalon Palm Springs (415 S Belardo Rd, Palm Springs, 92262)
When: 1 p.m.
Invite only.
Pandora Jewelry Presents Tracy Reese and Nanette Lepore Runway Shows
What: What’s Coachella without a little fashion? Pandora Jewelry will present both Tracy Reese and Nanette Lepore’s runway shows held inside a private tent. Guests without a ticket inside can spend time sipping on cocktails, doing some yoga or indulging in spa services from Exhale Spa and Hawaiian Tropic.
Where: Parker Palm Springs (4200 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, 92264)
When: Tracy Reese at 1 p.m., Nanette Lepore at 3 p.m.
Invite only for runway show. Lawn party is open to public.
The Zoe Report + Dolce Vita Pool Party
What: Coachella goers looking to scope out great festival style need to look no further than Rachel Zoe‘s daytime party. Teaming up with Dolce Vita, the fabulous soiree features gifting guides, a pop-up shop, a digital den for photos and a DJ set.
Who: Rachel Zoe to host.
Where: Undisclosed location in Palm Springs
When: 2-6 p.m.
Invite only.
PopSugar + ShopStyle Brunch
What: Guests will enjoy a CFDA brunch with designer Mara Hoffman.
Who: HBFit founder Hannah Bronfman to provide music.
Where: Viceroy Palm Springs (415 S Belardo Rd, Palm Springs, 92262)
When: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Invite only.
Refinery29 and A-OK Collective Presents Paradiso
What: Enjoy two days of fun in the sun at Refinery29 and A-OK Collective’s pool party. A Garnier Hair Hotspot will be made available for festival-ready braiding and styling.
Where: The Saguaro Palm Springs (1800 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, 92264)
When: 12-6 p.m.
Public. RSVP here.
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Harper’s Bazaar and Coach “ShopBAZAAR” Brunch
What: Fill up on food and fashion at this exclusive “ShopBAZAAR” brunch. A plethora of stylish tastemakers are set to attend.
Where: Soho Desert House
When: 2-5 p.m.
Invite only.
Interview Magazine Pool Party & BBQ
What: Interview magazine is celebrating their April music issue with a fun-filled pool party. Guests will enjoy surprise music performances, DJ sets, festival-style beauty services, DIY Coachella boxes from Birchbox, Dickey’s BBQ, Slingshot motorcycle rides, Polaris motorcycle rides, Bang & Olufsen products streaming VEVO Coachella content and fashion by Wildfox. DeLeon Tequila and Stella Artois will supply beverages.
Where: Private residence.
When: 1-5 p.m.
Invite only.
Pandora & T-Mobile Indio Invasion Party
What: Following last year’s party which featured a DJ set by Diplo, Pandora and T-Mobile is throwing the ultimate festival pre-game complete with a hosted bar and hors d’oeuvres
Who: DJ sets by Questlove and SOSUPERSAM.
Where: Private Residence in Cathedral City.
When: 1-4 p.m.
Invite only.
Bootsy Bellows Estate
What: Perhaps one of the biggest daytime parties, Los Angeles hotspot Bootsy Bellows is teaming up with McDonald’s and Chevrolet Performance Vehicles for a Saturday blowout packed with fast food and fast cars. Seeing how Leonardo DiCaprio and Kendall Jenner popped by this shindig last year, this party is your best bet for an A-list star sighting.
Who: Performances from 2 Chainz, Cody Simpson and AStaR. DJ sets by Brody Jenner, William Lifestyle, Johnny Wujek and Devin Lucien. Don’t be surprised if Gigi Hadid stops by too.
Where: Bootsy Bellows Estate.
When: 2-6 p.m.
Invite only.
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Paper and PacSun’s Neon Carnival
What: This is the big one, people! The famed late-night blowout created by Bolthouse Productions is doing it again, setting up shop near the festival grounds for the sixth consecutive year. Hosted by Paper Magazine and PacSun, this year’s party boasts amusement park rides, carnival games, a screening of Dope the movie and specialty drinks by Tequila Don Julio.
Who: DJ Ruckus, Politik, Jesse Marco and Kayper are set to perform.
Where: Tradition Aviation (56850 Higgins Drive, Thermal, 92274)
When: 10 p.m.
Invite only, but learn more here.
Moschino Late Night Hosted By Jeremy Scott
What: There’s no sleep for Moschino’s creative director as Jeremy Scott hosts a ultra exclusive shindig at a private residence. Ending close to dusk, this all-nighter is bound to see A-list guests and Coachella performers at their off-hours.
Who: Though not confirmed, Miley Cyrus will most likely make an appearance to support her pal.
Where: Private residence at the Desert Compound.
When: 11 p.m.-4 a.m.
Invite only.
Sunday, April 13
Mudd and Ocean Pacific Present The Music Lounge
What: The Music Lounge is back for another year! Hosted by Mudd and Ocean Pacific, the annual pool party boasts music, food and gifting at one of Frank Sinatra‘s favorite hideaways. Last year’s attendees include Katy Perry and Jennie Garth.
Who: DJ sets by Henri, Myles Hendrik and Wade Crescent.
Where: Ingleside Inn (200 W Ramon Rd, Palm Springs, 92264)
When: 12-5 p.m.
Invite only.
Do-Over Desert Sundays 2015
What: For those who don’t want to go back home, this annual pool party is the place to be. Hosted by The Do-Over, Adidas Originals and Serato, the outdoor fete will include multiple musical performances on both Coachella weekends.
Where: Ace Hotel & Swim Club (701 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, 92264)
When: 12-6 p.m.
Public. RSVP here.
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Refinery29 and A-OK Collective Presents Paradiso
What: Enjoy two days of fun in the sun at Refinery29 and A-OK Collective’s pool party. A Garnier Hair Hotspot will be made available for festival-ready braiding and styling.
Where: The Saguaro Palm Springs (1800 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, 92264)
When: 12-6 p.m.
Public. RSVP here.
Interview Magazine’s Model Muses
What: Now you can literally party with the pretty people! Interview magazine will host an intimate brunch celebrating models and fashion muses of today. Guests will enjoy beauty services using Birchbox products and hair and makeup looks styled by BeGlammed while sipping on beverages provided by DeLeon Tequila and Moët Ice Impérial.
Who: Possible attendees include Gigi Hadid, Martha Hunt and Chanel Iman.
Where: Private residence.
When: 1-4 p.m.
Invite only.
PopSugar + ShopStyle Cabana Club
What: Taking over the Viceroy one last time, PopSugar and ShopStyle are allowing party goers chill by the pool one last time before heading the festival grounds for the final show.
Who: Hannah Bronfman to DJ.
Where: Viceroy Palm Springs (415 S Belardo Rd, Palm Springs, 92262)
When: 1-6 p.m.
Invite only.
Nylon Recovery Brunch
What: Preparing you for the real world back home, Nylon is throwing a much-needed recovery brunch complete with yoga, a Bloody Mary bar, a non-alcoholic juice bar, food from STK, Perrier-hosted bar and gifts from BNKR.
Where: Private Hangar in Bermuda Dunes.
When: 1-6 p.m.
Invite only.
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Pandora Jewelry Presents WHIT Runway Show
What: What’s Coachella without a little fashion? Capping off their three-day takeover, Pandora Jewelry will WHIT fashion show held inside a private tent. Guests without a ticket inside can spend time sipping on cocktails, doing some yoga or indulging in spa services from Exhale Spa and Hawaiian Tropic.
Where: Parker Palm Springs (4200 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, 92264)
When: 2 p.m.
Invite only for runway show. Lawn party is open to public.
#Sabochella
What: Australia’s Sabo Skirt will be hosting a pool party for fashion influencers and celebrities winding down for Coachella weekend. The event will feature pop-up shops, braid bars, a Flash Tattoo parlor and DJ sets.
Where: Undisclosed location.
When: 2-6 p.m.
Invite only.
Inside Coachella
Heineken House
What: Proving that you don’t need to actually leave the Coachella grounds to have a little gathering, Heineken House is returning for another year. Take a break from sun and cool off in this installation.
Who: Guests will enjoy mash-ups from A-Trak, Questlove, Hot Dub Time Machine and more.
Where: Coachella Beer Garden.
When: All day.
21+ only.
Sephora Collection DIY Beauty Festival Experience
What: Desert heat melted off your makeup? Sephora is here to help concert goers look their best by offering up beauty services as a complimentary perk for all Caochella attendees.
Where: Coachella, right next to the Mojave Stage.
When: All day.
Public.