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The Party | Palazzo Pool Deck
August 27, 8:00 – 10:00 PM PDT

Whether you’re here for the entertainment or just looking to blow off steam after a full day of tech sessions, The Party brings the perfect mix of music, community, and carefree celebration.

This isn’t your average tech after-party. On Wednesday, August 27, from 8:00 – 10:00 PM PDT, VMware Explore invites you to The Party—an evening escape at the Palazzo Pool Deck that drops you right into our own neon dream: The Whimsical Woods. It’s part enchanted garden, part retro arcade—100% unforgettable.

Think: Giant dragonflies. Vibrant lotus blooms. Lavender haze. Lanterns glowing among lush greenery. The air buzzing with color, sound, and imagination. It’s weird. It’s wonderful. It’s where you want to be.

What’s on deck (literally):

• DJ SKEMADDOX—our fan-favorite from last year’s event—is back to turn up the tempo with immersive beats that match the energy of the neon woods.
• Honey Buckets bring funky rock flavor with an indie edge to bluegrass—get ready for some unforgettable dance moves and epic instrumental moments. 

Also at The Party:

Between grabbing some food and drinks, hit up our mix of nostalgic and unexpected activations:

• Test your reflexes with Whack-a-Mole, or channel your inner amphibian with Frogger.
• Retro games meet modern fun with PS5, Connect 4, Jenga, and even K’nex builds.
• Did we mention synchronized swimmers? (No, you can’t join them—sorry.)

You bring the vibes—we’ve got the lights, beats, and firefly-fueled magic.

How to Get In:

• Included with Full Event Pass. All-inclusive. Worth the hype.
  • Want to bring a guest? Add-on passes for spouses and friends can be purchased for $250 onsite at the registration counter, but only by an attendee with the Full Event Pass, while supplies last.
• Not included for attendees with the Essentials Pass or the Meetings+ Pass , but can be an add-on purchase for $250 for either pass type (during registration).
• Not sure what each pass includes? Compare VMware Explore Pass Types

Secure your pass today and make sure you don’t miss the epic event everyone will be talking about.

Curious about the rest of the week? Visit the Plan Your Experience page for all the information you need to know before you go to Explore. Check out the Hands-on Labs Preview and VCF 9.0 at Explore posts and then round it out with our Las Vegas Visitor Guide for added depth.