Tuna on Toast with Stryker Tuna on Toast with Brent Bolthouse- Creator of Neon Carnival
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Apr 9, 2025 
Brent Bolthouse, a renowned event producer and nightlife entrepreneur, shares his journey in shaping LA and Vegas's vibrant scenes. He reveals the fascinating origin of Neon Carnival as an afterparty concept and discusses memorable 90s clubs that set the stage for today's nightlife. Brent reflects on how phones altered the club experience, the impact of COVID on hospitality, and the emotional power of music, while also highlighting iconic venues and personal stories from his decades in the industry.
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How Neon Carnival Was Born
- Brent Bolthouse describes Neon Carnival's origin from an impromptu afterparty moment at Coachella and a later Magic Mountain event called Tatsu.
- Armani Exchange sponsored neon sunglasses and the name Neon Carnival was born, launching the event 14 years ago.
The Tatsu Night That Sparked It
- Brent recounts a 5,000-person private night at Magic Mountain with free rides, churros and DJs where celebrity guests like Gwen Stefani celebrated.
- That Tatsu party felt like a childhood amusement-park fantasy and inspired Neon Carnival's concept.
Put Guests First Always
- Prioritize guest experience and make yourself responsible for others' enjoyment when running events.
- Put attendees first and take care of logistics so you can create moments of joy later in the night.