The When We Were Young Festival community is buzzing about this year’s highly anticipated Strat Pool Party and After Party, officially scheduled for October 17, 2025, at The Strat Hotel in Las Vegas. Dubbed the “Emo Casino Pool Party,” this pre-festival event promises an immersive social and musical kickoff to the main weekend lineup.
Hosted by Emo’s Not Dead and Swim & Social, the event features performances by emo and pop-punk stalwarts including Plain White T’s, Hawthorne Heights, Spitalfield, The Higher, and The Paradox. Festivalgoers are gearing up for an unforgettable day of live music by the pool, blending chill vibes with festival energy just before the official sets begin.
Ticketing and Access Code Reveal
Ticket details have been a hot topic, especially around cabana packages. Confusion has swirled over how many cabana tickets could be purchased per transaction, fluctuating between five and ten in reports, leading to a bit of ticket scramble. The presale code “Emosnotdead” has been officially confirmed, giving eager fans early access to lock in their spots.
Event Timing and Festival Weekend Integration
Unlike previous editions where festival-side events were spread across Thursday and Friday, this year’s ancillary activities, including the pool party and after party, are concentrated on Friday. This shift has sparked some discussion, particularly among newcomers curious if these parties function as preludes to the main festival sets—they do.
The “Emo Casino Pool Party” is a true pre-festival gathering, designed to extend the weekend’s social atmosphere and give fans a chance to connect with their favorite bands in a more intimate and energetic setting before the official festival shows kick off.
Community Enthusiasm and Festival Culture
Reddit threads and fan forums are awash with nostalgia for last year’s pool party, hype for this year’s talent-packed roster, and some regret from those who missed the ticket window. The event’s growing popularity highlights a broader trend of festival-goers seeking layered experiences beyond headliners — a full weekend that blends music, community, and atmosphere.
Keep an eye on Extra Chill Festival Wire for ongoing updates, ticket drops, and insider coverage as the When We Were Young Festival weekend approaches. The Emo Casino Pool Party is shaping up to be a highlight and a new must-attend for emo and pop-punk festival fans.
Source: r/WhenWeWereYoungFest