Neon Carnival, the legendary late-night dance party synonymous with high-energy entertainment, electrifying performances and a star-studded guest list will make its triumphant return for its thirteenth year to the desert’s most celebrated music festival.

Back for its 13th year, Neon Carnival 2024 will take place April 13 at the Desert International Horse Park in Thermal, CA. Grammy winner Anderson .Paak will headlines this year’s late night party as DJ Pee Wee. Viral TikTok sensation DJ Hunny Bee, and Vanderpump Rules star, DJ James Kennedy are also set to perform. 

The brainchild of famed LA nightlife king Brent Bolthouse and producing partner Jeffrey Best, Neon Carnival is a strict, invite-only event, spanning three football fields of carnival-style games, rides, bars, brand activations dance floor and, of course, Neon Carnival’s iconic light-up ferris wheel.

“It’s hard to believe that it has been celebrating for 13 years. This year’s Neon Carnival is going to have one of the best line-ups we have ever had,” said Bolthouse. “For this year our goal was to further amplify our musical performances, I am excited to see Anderson .Paak bring his infectious energy to Neon Carnival, DJ Hunny Bee bring her style on the ones and two’s and thrilled for everyone to experience James Kennedy’s powerful set that will close out the night.”