WHAT IS SWIM THICK

Swim Thick Pool Party is an annual body positive event held yearly in Atlanta, GA. Started 4 years ago, Swim Thick quickly rose in popularity. Swim Thick now welcomes a crowd of over 500 men and women from all over to experience a day of socializing and fun in a poolside setting! This is a yearly sold-out and a highly-publicized event full of beautiful women that come together to embrace their bodies, as well as men that appreciates and celebrates curves.
We pride ourselves on an extremely inclusive environment for the body positive community with the celebration of inclusivity being the center of our vision. We're excited for 2021 return to be our BIGGEST & BEST year yet!
We can't wait to Swim Thick with you all!

Frequently Asked Questions

General Information

  • This event is considered rain or shine.
  • ​Early arrival strongly suggested.
  • Swim Thick is a 21+ event. ID is required for wristband pickup.
  • All party package purchasers may pick up weekend party pass and wristband as early as Friday August 14th at the host hotel. Purchasers will receive an email prior to arrival with pick up times and details.
  • Everyone is subject to search on entry to venues.

PARKING

  • Free parking is available at venue on a first come first serve basis

COVID SAFETY MEASURES

  • Upon arrival, guest may be subject to a screening procedure that may include temperature checking and questions regarding health.
  • Employees will be wearing masks and all guests will be REQUIRED to wear a mask or face covering when checking in at the registration booth and when receiving any service from the bar and drink ticket table.​​​

RULES & REQUIRED READING

POOL RULES

  • The Golden Rule: Treat our swim thick mates like you would treat your best friend. No fighting or being rude!
  • Wear whatever makes you feel good and don’t be afraid to look good.
  • Carry your ID with you at all times. But just don’t use it for driving!
  • Listen to our staff and safety personnel. 
  • Smile and say hello to strangers. We are here to make memories!
  • Drink lots of water and consume alcohol responsibly.
  • No outside food, beverage, glass, or any prohibited items at the pool!
  • Be nice to our pool floaties, they have feelings too.

PUBLIC SAFETY

  • Security and safety are of utmost importance. We work hand in hand with law enforcement and public safety agencies to help ensure the safety of our events.  Some of the security measures you will notice upon your arrival such as bag checks.
  • Please note that we will implement searches upon event entry. Please note the Prohibited Items list, these will be confiscated / surrendered upon entry.
  • If you, or a friend, require medical assistance please locate and alert a staff member.
  • And remember: if you see something, say something. Flag down any staff member or Public Safety official if you notice something that doesn’t seem quite right.

Allowed Items

NO
  • Outside food or  beverages
  • Professional Cameras
  • Personal Lawn Chairs
  • Weapons
  • Coolers or Picnic Baskets
  • Bags prohibited by Bag Policy Description
  • Weapons of Any Kind / Fireworks or Combustibles
  • Hookah Pens, Vaporizer pens, E-cigarettes, and Cigarettes 
  • Mace or Pepper Spray
  • Selfie Sticks, Go Pros Sticks or Tripods OR Professional Camera Equipment
  • Drones 
  •  iPads or Tablets
  • Unauthorized solicitation materials (flyers, samples)
  • Pool Floats
  • Pool Phobia
YES
  • Portable phone charger
  • Waterproof phone case
  • Chapsticks
  • Disposable Cameras
  • Fanny Packs
  • GoPros (no poles/extenders)
  • Hats
  • Parasols
  • Clear Bags (NO LARGER than 14” x 11” x 5”)
  • Beach Towels (1 per person)
  • Sun Block (non aerosol)
  • Paper fans and mini personal fans/misters​
  • ​A good attitude
​2020 CANCELLATION

Where can I request my transfer?
August 2020 purchasers will receive an email through our ticketing provider, Eventbrite, with details on how to request a transfer. If you do not receive an email or no longer have access to the same email, please reach out to Ticket Purchase Support at swimthickpoolparty@gmail.com. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 10:00AM-6:00PM EST.

How will Party Packages be handled?
All Party Package holders can transfer packages to either Swim Thick weekend for the new 2021 dates. 

I have a Hotel booked under the August 2020 room block, how do I transfer to the same room for the June or August 2021?
You may cancel your current room through the room block. A new link for the new dates will be emailed and updated on the website. 

I am on a payment plan, how will the balance payments be handled if I transfer my order to 2021?
If you choose to rollover your order to 2021 and did not finish paying on your balance;  your payment plan will resume in January 2021 on your normally scheduled payment date until the balance due is paid off. Balance must be paid off by February 2021.

I cannot attend the rescheduled dates; Can my Swim Thick 2020 credit be transferred to someone else?
Yes. We have updated the terms so that your Swim Thick 2020 ticket can be sold and transferred to a friend or family member. You will need to fill out a Swim Thick Transfer Form that can be requested via email (swimthickpoolparty@gmail.com). Please Note: Swim Thick will not be involved in exchanging of funds between guest. In addition, the transferring of a credit for Swim Thick 2021, must be completed by no later than [UPDATED] March 20, 2021. 

​No money will be exchanged by or through Swim Thick. It is the transferring ticket holder's responsibility to find a transferee and conduct the monetary exchange.



If you have additional questions after reviewing the above information, please feel free to contact our office at swimthickpoolparty@gmail.com