15 Epic Pool Party Ideas For Adults

To help you and your friends throw an amazing waterside bash, here are our favorite pool party ideas for adults that are sure to be epic. After all, who says pool parties are just for kids? Whether you have warm weather fast approaching or you live in a warmer climate year-round, it’s always an awesome time to hit the pool. That’s true for any age group.

And if you need help finding a pool to host your amazing party, you can count on Peerspace to have your back. As the largest online marketplace for hourly venue rentals, we have sunsational (ahem, we mean sensational) venues with pools across the country and beyond. All you need is the perfect pool rental and these epic pool party ideas for adults to get the party started.

1. Elevate your event by planning a tiki bar pool party 

Add a dose of retro style to your pool party by setting up a tiki bar at the poolside. Sipping Mai Tai cocktails (or mocktails!) by the water is one of those pool party ideas for adults perfect for unwinding and giving your party a sophisticated feeling.

You can either set up your own DIY tiki bar at your venue or look for Peerspace pools with a built-in tiki bar, like this vintage swimming pool in Long Beach, CA. It’s a vintage 1960s-inspired backyard with a nine-foot-deep heated pool that has benches in the shallow end and a trio of nozzle fountains. A 200-square-foot shed was converted into a working tiki bar hut, complete with a bar, seating, and tiki decor.

If you need any more convincing, most Peerspace venues have user reviews so you know what to expect before you book. Here’s one for this Long Beach tiki pool space: “This place is exactly as advertised. We were able to comfortably fit 30 people for a wedding reception. The pool was amazing and the tiki bar was super cute.”

2. Bring the good vibes with a spa day pool party 

Here’s one of our most serene pool party ideas for adults. Give your friends a relaxing treat by combining pool day with a spa day. Treat your guests to rejuvenating facials, and relaxing mimosas, or even hire a masseuse to help you unwind by the poolside.

All you need is the perfect pool to set the stage for a day of waterside pampering, like this bohemian oasis in Los Angeles, CA. We love its rattan daybeds, peacock bench, floor pillows, and plenty of other spaces to stretch out and luxuriate poolside. Talk about a cute place to relax and take pool party pics!

As a Peerspace reviewer shares: “Loved this place so much that I already rebooked 1 week later. Krista is amazing to deal with. I would 100% recommend!”

Love this idea and want to take it up a notch? Discover our 10 luxurious pampering party ideas!

3. Get competitive with a water polo pool party 

Water polo is very underrated and deserves a spot at your epic pool party! This competitive water sport can provide a fun afternoon with friends, not to mention a serious workout. So why not organize a water polo match for your pool party? 

You don’t need any special equipment. All you need is a ball and a pool where you can serve up, like this private pool residence and backyard oasis in Atlanta, GA. It has a spacious outdoor pool ideal for watersports and a cute waterside cabana for post-water polo relaxation.

A Peerspace user who booked their own party here shared the following review: “Such a gorgeous space. So elegant and beautiful. Spacious yet still very inviting. Our guests were raving about how beautiful everything was. Erika is such an amazing host. Extremely professional yet personable and friendly.”

Learn more about how and where to rent a pool for a day here.

4. Break the chill with a winter pool party

Who says that pool parties are only for the summer? With the help of an indoor pool, you can add some poolside fun to any special occasion at any time of year! Keep an eye out for heated pools on Peerspace where you can host, like this amazing indoor pool in Ontario, Canada. 

If you want to host in a colder month, this is an epic pool party idea for adults. In fact, you can also make use of the home’s billiard room, spacious kitchen, and garden room, too.

5. Get exotic and throw a luau pool party 

The quintessential pool party idea for adults, a luau party theme is a classic way to set the stage for your event. Add in some tropical flair by also serving some pineapple-inspired treats and cocktails. You can also hand out leis to your party guests as they arrive for a memorable greeting. 

Hosting at a tropical Peerspace pool makes decorating even easier. Just check out this amazing backyard oasis in Santa Clarita, CA that’s surrounded by beautiful foliage. It is an absolute outdoor paradise, providing you with a barbecue grill, a fish pond, historic mining displays, and more.

6. Light it up with a neon pool party 

Want to make your pool party visually dazzling? Then start the party after sunset and crank up the neon! 

You can shop for glow-in-the-dark pool toys online, or decorate your venue with waterproof neon lights to create a visually magical effect. The pool at this jungalow oasis home in Los Angeles already has plenty of neon lights and fun decor. And that’s not even mentioning its outdoor lounge, Spanish-jungalow casita, and lush plants and flowers lining the space. It’s perfect for setting the stage at a one-of-a-kind pool party you won’t soon forget!

Check out what a Peerspace reviewer shared after booking a photoshoot here: “One of the most beautiful places I have ever come across! The entire space has endless potential for most every theme, and new areas open up with natural lighting as the sun moves throughout the day. Will be back to this spot!”

Explore more glow-in-the-dark party ideas here!

7. Get creative with a movie-inspired pool party 

Here’s an epic pool party idea for adults. Host a “Dive-in” movie night and watch your favorite flicks by the pool. You could throw things back with a vintage 60’s beach movie, or go for something a little more daring, like Jaws. 

Just set up an outdoor movie projector and screen by the pool, and lean back in your favorite float. To make things easier, keep an eye out for pools that already have an outdoor screen set up, like this modern oasis with a heated pool in Lake Havasu City, AZ. Along with the heated pool, you can also enjoy the relaxing hot tub on those chilly desert nights, while a variety of lawn games are also on-site for more fun on dry land.

8. Get glammed up for an Old Hollywood pool party 

Have you always wanted to have a Hollywood movie star’s pool all to yourself? Then this adult pool party idea is perfect for you. 

Pay homage to old Hollywood by dressing up in your favorite retro swimsuit, or serving up some movie-star favorite cocktails. To help set the perfect stage, you can rent out a luxurious pool for your party, like this resort-style pool at a real Hollywood mansion. You and your guests will feel like stars when you enjoy the chaise lounges and relax beneath the sky-high palm trees.

9. Enjoy two types of pool with a billiards pool party 

Want to put a spin on a traditional pool party? Then make it a pool party instead… Get it? Pool, as in Billiards? Gather your friends together and play a few rounds of pool together. You could make it a tournament to up the stakes, awarding a prize to the big winner of the day. 

If you want to have the best of both worlds, keep an eye out for Peerspace venues that have both a billiards pool table and an outdoor pool – like this luxurious Encino mansion in LA. Along with the pool and pool table, you and your guest can make use of the barbecue grill, the movie theater room, and the wrap-around rooftop balcony.

10. Swim like the greats with an Olympic pool party

You don’t have to be an Olympic swimmer to enjoy a little competition. Why not hold your own backyard Olympics for your friends? You could race each other freestyle, hold relay races, or play other Olympic water events, like water polo. Don’t forget to also have some prizes ready for the winners! 

It’s an awesome pool party idea for friend groups with a competitive edge. You can make it even more official by hosting it at an Olympic-size swimming pool, like this one in an LA high school. Yes, Peerspace can even provide you with access to an Olympic-sized indoor pool! This one also has locker rooms and outdoor tennis and basketball courts if you’re interested.

11. Make it a Vegas-style pool party, baby

The pools at Vegas hotels are some of the most luxurious in the world. So why not bring a little splash of Vegas to your next pool party by creating an event with a little Sin City flair? You can also play card games by the poolside, like poker and blackjack, or recreate the vibe of a Vegas pool party with some pumped-up music. 

To create the perfect vibe, host it at a luxurious private Peerspace pool, like this exquisite pool and backyard space in The Lakes complete with a floaties and hot tub.

In fact, check out how a Peerspace user utilized this space for some event-planning inspo: “What an amazing day! Many wonderful memories were made during my son’s graduation party. The space was better than we could ever imagine and more than enough room for our 40 guest. The pool was a hit And the games that were provided helped to entertain as well.”

Our fun backyard birthday party ideas for adults help you think up more entertainment ideas for your pool party to-be!

12. Enjoy the salt air with a beachside pool party 

The pool and the beach go hand in hand as some of the most fun and relaxing places to host a party. Bring a hint of the beach to your pool party by decorating with beach-inspired touches, like inflatable palm trees or sand. 

If you live in a coastal town, you can take it to the next level by hosting it at a pool by the beach, like this unique beach home oasis that’s steps from the ocean in Union Beach, New Jersey. It’s an elegant retreat space that also offers you access to its open-plan gourmet kitchen.

13. Book a pool with an incredible view to wow your guests

What’s better than swimming in a refreshing pool while gazing at the beautiful views surrounding it? Probably nothing, in our humble opinion! Invite your guests over for a pool party in an area surrounded by exquisite natural beauty.

If you’re stuck in the suburbs and this idea doesn’t fly in your neighborhood, Peerspace has you covered! Book this perfect production estate in Lakeside, CA, and your guests will be delighted as they splash around and gaze at the rolling hills, lush mountains, and shimmering Lake Vicente just beyond the property’s limits.

14. Travel somewhere exotic without leaving the county

When you use Peerspace to book a venue for your pool party, you can feel transported to a whole ‘nother world. All without necessarily leaving your neighborhood! For instance, Peerspace users in the Miami area can book this breathtaking Spanish-style villa in Coral Gables, FL, and enjoy swimming in a pool that looks like it’s set in a resort somewhere in the Mediterranean. You can find pools like this across the country and beyond, so check out Peerspace to find your next exotic pool party venue!

15. Grab your 10-gallon hat and plan a cowboy pool party, pardner

If you’ve never experienced a cowboy pool, here’s your chance! One of our favorite pool party ideas for adults is to ditch the typical concrete, fiberglass, or vinyl pool and pony up to a galvanized steel cowboy pool. Don’t know where to find a cowboy pool? You can actually DIY your own if you want to set up a cowboy pool in your own backyard. Or, rely on Peerspace to book an awesome ready-to-go cowboy pool near you.

As an example, our friends in Austin can book this 2,000-square-foot patio with a heated cowboy pool near Zilker Park. Along with its heated cowboy pool, you can also enjoy the venue’s outdoor kitchen, lawn games, and TV with up to 75 guests.

“This space is just perfect,” confirms a Peerspace reviewer. “Exactly what I was hoping for to celebrate my birthday this year. Sean was super accommodating throughout the booking process and the event. He was great at providing all the information timely to make my party a wonderful one. It was a pleasure interacting with Sean!”

Peerspace brings adult pool party ideas to life

We hope these pool party ideas for adults have inspired you to throw a watery bash, no matter your location or the season. While throwing a party of any size can seem challenging, it’s easy to see how using a resource like Peerspace makes throwing parties so much easier. Use our platform to uncover your city’s hidden gems, with spaces that are as amenity-packed as they are stylish.

Check out our website for all the gorgeous swimming pool venues near you and get to planning!

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