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Chill out this summer at AC Hotel’s Poolside Lounge Parties

Chill out this summer at AC Hotel’s Poolside Lounge Parties

May 9, 20223 min read

What’s your favorite stunt to perform at pool parties? Perhaps, the cannonball is first on the list before floating around on an inflatable alligator. Whatever it is, just make sure it’s fun and your summer isn’t a total bellyflop. If you need some assistance, though, this downtown hotel and restaurant group have you covered.

So, get those beach towels ready because AC Hotel by Marriott Tucson Downtown is inviting everyone to beat the heat on the scenic rooftop pool and lounge during its “Poolside Lounge Party Summer Series.”

Cantaloupe Collins at the AC Hotel Tucson Downtown (Credit: Jackie Tran)
Cantaloupe Collins at the AC Hotel Tucson Downtown (Credit: Jackie Tran)

The monthly series of themed pool parties is happening from Saturday, May 21 – Saturday, September 17, and DJ Walters the Don will be pumpin’ out the jams.

Plus, there’s going to be plenty of food and drinks to enjoy poolside. AC Hotel by Marriott Tucson Downtown is a part of Tucson-based LoveBlock Partners, which also oversees Good Oak Bar, HUB Ice Cream Parlor, HUB Restaurant & Ice Creamery, Little Love Burger, and more.

All Spiced Up burger at Little love Burger in Tucson
All Spiced Up burger at Little Love Burger in Tucson includes pepper jack, jalapeno, slaw, black pepper bacon, tomato, and spicy ketchup (Photo by SWOON Media)

Food and drinks will be available for purchase — like burgers from Little Love Burger, ice cream from HUB Ice Cream Parlor, and drinks from the AC Hotel’s poolside lounge bar — as well as samples from party sponsors, Barrio Brewing Company and Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits.

Tickets to each pool party are $25 each and are for folks 21 years old and older (leave the younger ones home for these fiestas). Cash or card will be accepted poolside and the number of tickets will be limited. It’ll be best to get your tickets earlier than later.

Poolside Lounge Party Schedule

Summer Kickoff feat. DJ Walters the Don

Saturday, May 21 from 2 – 6 p.m.

Who doesn’t love a classic poolside party? Enjoy lounging next to the pool with fun people while enjoying great music, cold drinks, and delicious food and ice cream from the AC Hotel, Little Love Burger, and HUB Ice Cream. Say hello to summer at the AC’s rooftop pool and lounge.

AC Hotel
Photo courtesy of SWOON Media

Flamingos & Unicorns Everywhere

Saturday, June 18 from 2 – 6 p.m.

Partying by the pool should be more colorful. Enter flamingos and unicorns. Savor specialty cocktails inspired by our vibrant muses and vote for your favorite drink. Party to DJ Walters the Don’s sweet beats and enjoy delicious burgers and ice cream from Little Love Burger and HUB Ice Cream.

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Get Your Float On at the AC

Saturday, July 16 from 2 – 6 p.m.

Enjoy a little competition with your relaxation? Decorate a floaty while savoring sweet beats by DJ Walters the Don, drinks by AC, and food courtesy of Little Love Burger and HUB Ice Cream. The winner will be voted on by the entire party and will win a one-night stay at the AC Hotel (contest winner’s stay to be booked at a later date).

HUB Ice Cream Parlor
Photo courtesy of SWOON Media

Lucky Ducky Party

Saturday, August 20 from 2 – 6 p.m.

Bring a rubber ducky for the pool and receive a complimentary punch from our poolside lounge bar. Party to DJ Walters the Don’s beats and enjoy food by Little Love Burger and HUB Ice Cream. Help them fill the pool with rubber duckies for a photo opp like no other.

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Shark vs. Shark

Saturday, September 17 from 2 – 6 p.m.

Sharks rule the pool, but which side are you on? Are you Team Jaws (cool and dangerous) or Team Baby Shark (cute and cuddly)? Vote for your favorite team’s cocktail to see your side win. Whichever way you vote, everyone can enjoy great music, delicious burgers, ice cream, and drinks from Little Love Burger, HUB Ice Cream, and the AC Hotel poolside lounge bar.

AC Hotel by Marriott Tucson Downtown is located at 151 E. Broadway Blvd. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit eventbrite.com or follow AC Hotel on Facebook

Article written by:

Matt Sterner

Matt Sterner

More about Matt

At a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.

He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.

If you’re in the mood for strange stories, head over to his pride and joy, wonkytimes.com. And in case you’re curious — yes, after all of this time, he still manages to roll a killer burrito.

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