Splash House takes place every summer, once in June and August, within the Palm Springs region. It’s a poolside extravaganza where world renowned EDM artists perform well into the evening at participating hotel properties. After hours (which offers tickets for purchase separately from the weekend’s activities is held at the rustic Air Museum which transforms into a what many believe to be an alien mothership. If you’re seeking a good time with a both youthful yet mature crowd, then this is your locus.
Two of our squad members from 360 MAGAZINE drove down to immerse themselves in this one-of-a-kind experience.
Q. How does one prepare for SH?
A. Pack lots of water, coconut water, Powerade(electrolytes), light clothing and sunblock.
Q. Did you pack light? Did you bring snacks?
A. We stopped at the grocery story for snacks. Cheese and crackers, bagels, eggs, locks and lots of fruit.
Q. How was the drive on the way to Coachella Valley from LA? What time of day did you leave? What time do you recommend leaving?
A. The drive wasn’t too bad. We made it in 3.5 hours, considering we left during rush hour at 5:30pm. I highly recommend to take the day off work and get out to PS early in the day. To set in, relax and mentally prepare for an amazing weekend.
Q.Where did you and your friends rendezvous at?
A. We met at my friends hotel, the Renaissance.
Q. Did you feel the transportation provided was adequate?Or did you hang out at a certain venue or space while at the event?
A. The shuttles took us to different hotels and provided us with cold water which I thought was AMAZING!
Q. If you stayed overnight, was it at a participating hotel or Airbnb? Was it worth it? Did you feel like you missed out on any action?
A. We definitely didn’t miss out on anything by staying at a near by Airbnb. It was nice to disconnect and rest up for the next day.
Q. Where did you pull your inspo for your daily style from? Magazines? Previous festivals? Celebrities on Instagram? Was there a common thread at the festival?
A. I pulled my inspiration for my daily styles from the splash house website/instagram.
Q. Diplo was a last minute addition to the SH lineup, how did you hear about it? Announcement on site or word of mouth? Describe them in a few words.
A. I saw that DIPLO was added on the lineup through Splash House IG. Our most memorable moment at splash house was definitely DIPLO on set. He was magical!!
Q. Did you feel after hours was worth additional money? While at the Air Museum during the midnight hours, how did it make you feel?
A. The after hours is truly my favorite so it’s worth every penny!
Q. Overall crowd at SH was on a scale to 1 to 10, how would you rate if 10 being the highest?
A. I’m obsessed with everything about splash house so I rate it a 10. Bringing DIPLO out this year was dope!
Q. Please rate the performances which you saw and why you gave them that rate.
A. We only saw DIPLO and Ekali. They were sick.
Q. Would you attend SH next year and why?
A. I will definitely be attending next year, without a doubt!
Q. Is this the type of event you would go alone or with a group of friends/co-workers?
A. This is the type of event you go with your close friends.
Q. Would you attend SH next year and why?
A. This year was a step up from last year’s. And, we can’t wait for next year. Hope the lineup is just as great! Thank you so much SH!
