Neon Carnival, one of the most exclusive after-parties of Coachella weekend, returned for its 14th year on Saturday at the Desert International Horse Park in Thermal, Calif. Created by nightlife impresario Brent Bolthouse and produced by Jeffrey Best of Best Events, the exclusive event delivered its signature mix of high-energy music, immersive attractions, and a who’s who guest list of celebrities, influencers, and entertainment industry elite.

This year proved to be no different, as insiders flocked to the grounds ready to continue dancing along he Palm Springs mountains. The carnival allows attendees to release their inner-child for just a night. Carnival games, complete with prizes of course, line the space. Paired with classic carnival games like the iconic zipper and the classic Ferris wheel adds to the nostalgia element.

Neon Carnival partnered with a range of sponsors to enhance the guest experience. Patrón El Alto returned as the official tequila sponsor, offering exclusive cocktails like the Patrón Headliner Margarita in glow-in-the-dark cups and VIP bottle service. Other sponsors included Ghost Energy, Nütrl Vodka Seltzers, Heineken, LaCroix and Path Water.

This year’s carnival raised the bar yet again, starting strong with social media phenom and PATRÓN Tequila partner Charly Jordan, who ignited the dance floor with her electrifying mixes. As the night intensified, 8x Grammy Award-winning artist Anderson .Paak in his vinyl-spinning alter ego, DJ Pee .Wee headlined the event with a soulful all-vinyl set that brought the night into peak energy, as guests danced the night away under the stars. From going through his repotoire with singles such as “Come Down,” to commanding a karaoke-ish sing-a-long from the audience with crowd-pleasers such as “Titanium,” and “Unwritten” - the night was simply incredible.

Chase B & Friends took over the decks, delivering a pulse-pounding set that kept the crowd moving into the early morning hours. Additional special guest performers included The Pharcyde playing “Pass Me By” and “Running” and Too Short playing “Blow the Whistle.”

Celebrity Sightings:

Paris Hilton arrived in a revealing crochet bodysuit with her husband Carter Reum. She was in great spirits stopping to pose in front of the NYX brand convertible

Karrueche Tran and Teyana Taylor arrived in sync, pausing for a few playful poses that had cameras flashing. The glam moment didn’t stop there—Lori Harvey later joined in, jumping in as the ultimate BFF to give Teyana’s silk headscarf a quick photo-ready fix.

Presented by PATRÓN EL ALTO Tequila, Neon Carnival 2025 was elevated with next-level experiences, including the debut of the PATRÓN Headliner Margarita—served in collectible glow-in-the-dark cups—and the brand new PATRÓN EL ALTO minis (50ml bottles) exclusive to VIP table service, a pocket-sized bottle that brings the smooth flavor of PATRÓN EL ALTO to the heart of every celebration.

The celebration continued beyond the event with the Neon , Carnival x PATRÓN Festival Gift Set, available online via ReserveBar featuring a 750ml bottle of PATRÓN EL ALTO alongside two festival-inspired collector cups (also available for purchase with PATRÓN Silver, PATRÓN Reposado or PATRÓN Cristalino).

Set against the backdrop of a three-football-field-sized neon playground, Neon Carnival once again transformed the desert into a surreal and sensory spectacle complete with iconic carnival rides, classic games, larger-than-life installations, and nonstop dancing into the early morning hours. With support from additional sponsors including Ghost Energy, Nütrl Vodka Seltzers, LaCroix, and PathWater, every moment was crafted to deliver the ultimate after-party experience.

From start to finish, Neon Carnival proved once again why it remains the gold standard for after-hours events. With an unrivaled mix of music, celebrity, spectacle, and immersive experience, the legend of Neon Carnival continues to shine brighter each year.

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