Las Vegas Pool Party Dress Code: What to Wear
What do you wear to a Las Vegas pool party? Swimwear is the base: a swimsuit with a cover-up, plus sandals or pool slides, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Most Las Vegas dayclubs, including Tailgate Beach Club at Mandalay Bay, are 21+ and keep it casual and pool-ready. Here’s a simple guide to what to bring. Management reserves all rights regarding dress code and entry.
By the Tailgate Beach Club team · Updated August 2026
The short answer
Dress for a pool: a swimsuit, a light cover-up or sundress, board shorts, sandals or slides, sunglasses, and a hat. Bring sunscreen and a small amount of cash or a card. You won’t need much else. Las Vegas dayclubs are relaxed by design, but they are 21+ venues, so bring a valid ID.
What to wear
- Swimwear: a swimsuit, bikini, or board shorts is the foundation.
- A cover-up: a sundress, kaftan, linen shirt, or shorts for walking around.
- Sandals or pool slides: easy on and off near the water.
- Sun protection: sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen for the desert sun.
- A light bag: just the essentials; you’re by the pool.
What to leave at the hotel
- Heavy bags or large totes
- Outside food and drinks
- Anything you wouldn’t want near a pool
What to bring (besides the outfit)
| Bring | Why |
|---|---|
| Valid ID | Tailgate is 21+; ID is required for entry |
| Sunscreen | The pool deck is in full desert sun |
| A card or some cash | For food, drinks, and service |
| Sunglasses & a hat | Comfort through a long afternoon |
Dressing for a cabana or a big game day
If you’ve reserved a cabana, you’ve got shade and a home base, so you can pack a little more: a change of clothes for after, an extra cover-up. On a marquee game day, plenty of guests add their team colors over their swimwear. The vibe stays pool-casual either way. Tailgate serves responsibly; 21+ with valid ID.
Frequently asked questions
What do you wear to a Las Vegas pool party?
Swimwear with a cover-up, sandals or slides, sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen. Las Vegas dayclubs are casual and pool-ready, and 21+.
Is there a dress code at a dayclub?
Dayclubs keep it pool-casual, but each venue has its own rules. Bring a valid ID; it’s a 21+ venue.
Can you wear regular clothes, not swimwear?
Yes. Many guests wear a cover-up, sundress, or shorts and a shirt over swimwear, especially if they plan to relax in a cabana rather than swim.
Do I need to bring a towel?
Check with the venue on towels and amenities when you book. Bring sunscreen and a valid ID either way.
How old do you have to be?
Tailgate Beach Club is 21 and over. Valid ID is required for entry.
Tailgate Beach Club · Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas Strip · 21+ · Reserve your pool day.