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Panic Attack in Paradise by Sara KM Kunz Sara KM Kunz is an award-winning entertainer and speaker who uses her unique skillset to facilitate conversations around mental health and sexual assault. As a PTSD and trauma survivor, this article is a part of her story. Unless you’ve experienced true anxiety first hand, it really doesn’t make much sense, and it’s difficult to understand how one person can behave so dramatically in a seemingly normal situation.

NATIONAL POETRY MONTH In 1996, the Academy of American Poets established National Poetry Month to be held every April to celebrate the emotional human experience found in poetry. Being the largest celebration of literature in the world, we would like to share some of our amazing poets and spoken word artists with you! These artists cover important topics such as; diversity and inclusion, mental health and LGBTQIA+ advocacy. Each one of theses amazing people use

6 GREAT SPRING FEST IDEAS We are all looking forward to warmer weather, sunshine and Spring activities and it’s time to start planning for Spring Fest! Make it one to remember by booking fun-filled and exciting programs! Whether it’s a team building activity like a game of laser tag, winning prizes with the Pop Up Game Show, outdoor fun with an inflatable attraction, creating a personalized item, with a Make and Take program, to keep

8 GREAT MUSIC ACTS FOR SPRING FEST! It is very exciting to be able to say that Spring is on it’s way soon!! That means that Spring Fest is just around the corner! One of Neon Entertainment’s favorite ways to celebrate the incoming season is with music! Whether is an acoustic set or an immersive and interactive live band experience, Neon Entertainment offers wonderfully talented musicians that are available to come to your campus!  Shanice

ST. PATRICK’S DAY PROGRAMS! Looking for some fun programming ideas for St. Patrick’s Day? Regardless of your heritage, everyone loves to celebrate on March 17th! But, did you know some of your favorite green traditions aren’t Irish at all? In Pot O’ Gold Trivia, we’ll see how much you know about Ireland’s patron Saint and the traditions surrounding our favorite green holiday. With our Paint Social, hosted by Lindsey Rebecca, choose a from our St.

NACA LIVE 2023 SHOWCASING ACTS We had a great time in Louisville, KY for NACA Live on February 18-21, 2023! Here’s some information on our exciting acts that showcased at this conference this year!  Americana Country duo, Lance and Lea’s first album “There Goes My Heart,” with Grammy award winning producer, Paul Worley, garnered airplay in Nashville, the UK and Ireland. In 2019, they won the “New Artist Of The Year” award at the iHeart

6 GREAT WOMEN’S HISTORY PROGRAMS Women’s History Month is next month! Time to start booking your Women’s History programs! Neon Entertainment offers Women’s History programs along with many amazing female artists to celebrate with you and your campus! Test your knowledge of Women’s History with Women’s History Trivia Game Show, Learn about iconic women through hip hop with Shaun Boothe and The Unauthorized Biography Series, be inspired by powerful and influential poets; Jaylene Clark Owens

4 GREAT PROGRAMS TO COMBINE WITH SILENT DISCO HEADPHONES Silent Discos have become a very popular and enjoyable program and are a great time for everyone in attendance! Did you know that the our DIY headphone program can be used in combination with other great events as well? Add Silent Disco headphones to your Roller Rink, Drive-In Movie, What The Dance DJ Theme Party or Diversity Disco event for a unique, noise cancelling experience that every participant can tune in on their

COMBINING PROGRAMS FOR A GREAT AUDIENCE Looking for ways for increase event participation? Neon entertainment has many different programs to offer, and we’ve made it easier to increase attendance by combing our most popular programs together! Whether it’s a game show and Create-A-Creature or a Glow Roller Rink and Silent Disco, we can provide an easy way to elevate your events. Looking for a theme night, check out our Stranger Things theme night with our

10 GREAT VALENTINE’S DAY PROGRAMS! It’s time to start planning for your Valentine’s Day event this year! Make it one to remember with Neon! Neon Entertainment consistently provides programming for the month of February each year with the most popular item being Create-A Creature. By booking Create-a-Creature, participants with stuff their own animal of your choice and take it home for either themselves or give as a gift to someone special. Whether it’s laughing and

5 Steps to Cultivating New Leaders on Campus As we begin a new semester and potential future leaders have been identified, we would like to share a few tips that will help with your next steps. These tips are provided by engagement and SGA Specialists Mike Fritz and Dave Kelly. They work with colleges across the country training current and future leaders. Their programs like SGAU and the DNA of Leadership are perfect additions to your

College Students Are Lonelier Than Ever: Let’s Fix That If there’s one thing for sure, the pandemic has wreaked havoc on the mental health of college students. During these past few years, there have been limited opportunities for social engagement apart from online lives. But now is the time to change that.  Loneliness among college students skyrocketed over the course of the pandemic. According to recent research, 56.7% of college students have experienced moderate levels

10 GREAT PASSIVE PROGRAMS What is passive programming? Passive programming is a way to involve and engage students in a place that they interact.  Pick a busy location and time in the Union, on the quad, or any high traffic area and place your program.  Have the program last a few hours to allow the most engagement. The students will be able to participate at their own pace and at their own convenience.     

PROGRAMMING FOR BLACK HISTORY MONTH   As the semester comes to an end, Neon would like to help with a head start on next semester programming. Knowing that there will not be much time to plan between the beginning of next semester and Black History, we thought know would be a good time to share some of the programs that we’ve booked for Black History Month in previous years. Spoken Word Artist: Jaylene Clark Owens, Comedian:

7 GREAT VARIETY PROGRAMS! Whether it’s determining the path of a video game, learning to paint, dancing on roller skates, or relaxing with aromatherapy and massage chairs, Neon Entertainment provides programs that will get your students engaged and immersed in memorable moments that will leave a positive effect and even make them a part of the show! Add to the excitement of your next event with a variety program that will be sure to include

3 HELPFUL LEADERSHIP TIPS As the semester comes to an end, potential new future leaders may have been identified as well as some new challenges. Mike Fritz and Dave Kelly are engagement and SGA specialists that work with colleges across the country training current and future leaders. Their programs like SGAU and the DNA of Leadership are perfect additions to your next student leader training. 1) Delegation is the Key to Your Organization’s Success “I

Time Saving Programs to Fall Back On  We’ve turned the clocks back and Neon knows that your time is valuable. Save time by booking a last minute program or order a DIY Make and Take to save for times of unexpected weather, plan changes or spontaneous urges to have some fun. Simply pull out everything you need for your very own DIY event! You can also get creative with tote bags or go Zen with

HOW TO THROW A WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER PARTY Bring a little magic to your campus with a Wizarding World of Harry Potter themed party. College students and faculty alike can step into the Wizarding World with enchanting snacks, charming costumes, and spellbinding activities. Discover how to throw the most magical party of the year with the following tips and tricks.   Food and Beverages You may not be able to host your party

10 GREAT MUSICIANS FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT! Did you know that live music has been proven to have a positive impact on physical and mental health? Some of the benefits of enjoying some live music are stress relief, oxytocin and dopamine (happy hormones) release, improved brain function, social connection and can even relive pain. Bring lifted spirits and good times to your next event with one of our extremely talented musicians! Here’s what some of them are

STRANGER THINGS PACKAGE Take your students into the upside down and make your next event one that will be impossible to forget! Neon Entertainment’s new Stranger Things package has grouped together the perfect programs to throw your very own Stranger Things Theme Night! We will turn your space into a retro roller rink for students to skate around with lights and 80’s music and bring along themed Make and Takes like, Dustin’s Customized Trucker Hats

SUMMER OF SASS RECEIVES 5TH ANNIVERSARY DONATION TOTALING NEARLY $4 MILLION Funds have purchased a permanent residence and operational headquarters for future generations of LGBTQI program participants.  PROVINCETOWN, MA (August 24, 2022) – Moved by 5th anniversary fundraiser for the Summer of Sass program, a non-profit supporting LGBTQI young adults, a private  family has provided necessary funds for the group to purchase a single-family home in the town’s East End neighborhood.   The donation will additionally

10 GREAT PROGRAMS FOR LGBTQIA+ While we celebrated National Coming Out Day this week, we would like to share some of Neon’s LGBTQIA+ programs and great artists that represent this community. Enjoy a pride night of comedy, spoken word, game shows, DIY tote bags or even a paint social!  Show your knowledge of the LGBTQIA+ community in a game of Pride Bingo or Pride Trivia and win cash prizes! Color your own tote bags for

4 GREAT TRENDING COMICS ON THE NEON ROSTER As a leading entertainment booking agency, Neon Entertainment has a diverse roster of the funniest stand-up comedians available for your campus! Here are a few of our comics with a strong presence on social media along with the newest comedian to the Neon Roster! Derrick Knopsnyder: Host of “Comedians in Carts” Derrick is a high energy, quick witted comedian who has been entertaining people his whole life. He

Mental Health in College It’s that time of year again. Your classes are underway, deadlines are looming, and suddenly the pressure is on. Whether you’re worried about passing your classes, getting good grades, or your social life, sometimes the stress of college can get the best of you. That’s why it’s so important to pay attention to your mental health. Struggling with mental health in college is much more common than you think. While not

NACA SPOKANE 2022 SHOWCASING ACTS We had great time in Spokane, WA for the NACA Conference on November 3-5, 2022! Here’s a recap of our exciting acts that showcased at this conference!  The Extra Lives Live Experience is a fully narrated choose-your-own-adventure game where YOU are the main character. Audiences are plunged into an exciting story with visuals, music, footage and sound effects drawn from the legendary console games of the ‘80s, ‘90s and 2000s.

NACA HARTFORD 2022 SHOWCASING ACTS RECAP We had a great in Hartford for the NACA Conference on October 27-29, 2022! Here’s a recap of our exciting acts that showcased at this conference!  The Extra Lives Live Experience is a fully narrated choose-your-own-adventure game where YOU are the main character. Audiences are plunged into an exciting story with visuals, music, footage and sound effects drawn from the legendary console games of the ‘80s, ‘90s and 2000s.

APCA NORTHEAST 2022 SHOWCASING ACTS We enjoyed to seeing you in Syracuse, NY for the APCA Northeast Conference on October 21-23, 2022! Here’s a little bit about our exciting showcasing acts that you saw at this conference!  Americana Country duo, Lance and Lea’s first album “There Goes My Heart,” with Grammy award winning producer, Paul Worley, garnered airplay in Nashville, the UK and Ireland. In 2019, they won the “New Artist Of The Year” award

NACA FORT WAYNE 2022 SHOWCASING ACTS RECAP We had a great time in Fort Wayne for the NACA Conference on October 20-22, 2022! Here’s a little bit about our acts that showcased at this conference!  The Extra Lives Live Experience is a fully narrated choose-your-own-adventure game where YOU are the main character. Audiences are plunged into an exciting story with visuals, music, footage and sound effects drawn from the legendary console games of the ‘80s,

NACA ATLANTA 2022 SHOWCASING ACTS We enjoyed seeing you in Atlanta for the NACA Conference! Here’s a little bit about Neon’s exciting showcasing acts!  The Extra Lives Live Experience is a fully narrated choose-your-own-adventure game where YOU are the main character. Audiences are plunged into an exciting story with visuals, music, footage and sound effects drawn from the legendary console games of the ‘80s, ‘90s and 2000s. With a live score provided by the lovable

FALL 2022 SHOWCASING ACTS We are looking forward to the upcoming conferences and to seeing you all again! Below are links to the acts you will see on stage at the conferences this fall! In addition to the Neon Entertainment acts you will get the chance to experience, we would like to give you the opportunity to learn about all of the programming we have to offer.  Below you will find a simple guide to our

10 GREAT PROGRAMS FOR HALLOWEEN Halloween is just around the corner! Neon Entertainment offers many programs to celebrate this spooky season! Create your very own jack-o-lantern teddy bear, escape the zombies in our zombie escape room, test your Halloween knowledge with Trick-or-Trivia, or watch a scary movie on the big screen with an inflatable drive in movie screen. Speaking of spooky films, Hocus Pocus 2 comes out this month and what better way to celebrate

3 TIPS FOR LEADERSHIP AND TEAM BUILDING As the new semester begins and many people are continuing or beginning their leadership journeys, we would like to share some helpful tips from one of our Leadership and Team Building speakers, Mike Fritz. (1) Action with without Strategy Keeps You Busy – But Doesn’t create Results Whether you are new to leadership or a Veteran you’ve tried something before that hasn’t worked. One of the most underdeveloped

NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH  November is a month to celebrate the history, traditions and cultures of Native American people and to acknowledge the impact that they have made and continue to make on this country. This is a great time to educate students on tribes, to raise an awareness about the  challenges Native people have endured both in the past and in the present and they ways that these challenges have been endured and persevered. At

NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ALCOHOL AWARENESS WEEK   Entering the 1980’s it became apparent to institutions of higher education that further efforts were to be made to raise the importance of reducing alcohol abuse and to promote responsibility and safe decisions in regards to alcohol consumption. As a result of responding to the necessity for addressing alcohol abuse and impaired driving prevention, an awareness week was established to raise the importance of this subject on college campuses. October 22-28 will

10 GREAT COMEDIANS FOR YOUR UPCOMING SEMESTER! Did you know laughter and experiencing enjoyment is a proven way to create a socially connected learning environment? Humor stimulate the brain’s dopamine reward system and increases the ability to retain information. It is also true that laugher triggers healthy physical and emotional changes in the body along with many other mental health benefits. Bring laughs, lifted spirits, and good times to your campus this semester with one

SPECIAL PROGRAMMING DAYS FOR FALL! There are so many exciting reasons to celebrate in the fall! Neon Entertainment has you covered with engaging activities and entertainment for everything from National Coming Out Day, National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week and Native American Heritage Month to Halloween, Thanksgiving and the rest of the Holiday Season!  Check out this quick guide to great fall programs below and contact your Neon Agent for more options and booking availability! Need

6 GREAT TRENDING INTERACTIVE PROGRAMS! Whether it’s choosing the right answer, determining the path of a video game, dancing on roller skates, or relaxing with aromatherapy and massage chairs, Neon Entertainment provides programs that will get your students engaged and immersed in memorable moments that will leave a positive effect and even make them a part of the show! Add to the excitement of your next event with an interactive program that will be sure

TIME TO GET ROLLING! What better way to roll in the new semester than to get students up on their feet, engaging with one another and having a blast while doing it! Putting on some roller skates, picking up a bowling ball or aiming for that hole-in-one with some friends can work wonders in so many ways! Physical activity will greatly benefit students as it promotes heightened focus, elevated mood, lowered stress levels, increased energy,

EVENTS FOR ANYTIME, ANY  LOCATION, ANY BUDGET Looking for student engagement ideas in a pinch or on a tight budget? Need an event this week or even today? Now it as easy as pulling down the big screen. Host your very own Game Show with DIY Game Shows or Live Stream one of our professional comedians to host one of our BIG Screen Game Shows. All you have to do is set up a big

THE AUDIENCE MEMBERS ARE THE STARS!   Student engagement is just as important to us as it is to you! That’s why we offer programs that not only optimize student involvement but, make them the stars of the show! Whether it’s students taking the stage as one of our hypnotists guide them through creating a fun, laughable and personal experience for everyone attending, or students ruling the show and voting on which game show will

RECIPE FOR RESILIENCE by Lady Caress “Deep down in the water black sons and daughter All bounced back”   The recipe for resilience Is a knock down Followed by a bounce back Newsflash that’s also the recipe for being black We cannot sugar coat the bitter truth of a nation: The setback of slavery setup emancipation Juneteenth is now a celebration reminding us to fear not our differences but embrace them We’ve been the fabric

REPACKAGING HISTORY THROUGH HIP HOP  The Unauthorized Biography Series is a critically acclaimed musical project that celebrates the world’s greatest cultural icons through biographical rap songs – Repackaging History through Hip Hop. Shaun Boothe is an award winning hip hop artist, TEDx speaker and creator of ‘The Unauthorized Biography Series’. Each chapter of the series captures the legacy of an influential iconic figure in a documentary-style music video. Icons featured in the series include Bob

10 GREAT ORIENTATION PROGRAMMING IDEAS   It is time to start planning for your college’s orientation! Whether it’s ice breakers, team building, boosting excitement for the upcoming semester or relaxing after a day full of activities, Neon Entertainment has what you are looking for! Find clues and solve puzzles together to beat the clock in one of our Escape Rooms or compete against other teams in a game of tag as a way to get

3 LEADERSHIP TIPS ON HOW TO BUILD A TEAM   The spring semester is in the rear view mirror and now is time to develop your new leaders and build a better team. Whether you lead or advise your SGA, Campus Activities, RA’s, Student Life or any other club or organization on campus you’re only as effective as your team’s ability to work as a unit. All good leaders ask themselves the great question, “How

PRIDE AND APIDA HERITAGE MONTH By Ebo Barton As we come to the end of APIDA Heritage Month and enter into Pride Month, we would like to share something written by Spoken Work Artist, Ebo Barton, as they identify with each of these communities: “We are the vision and the star, the quietus of pain; we are the terminals of inquisition, the hiatuses of a new crusade; we are the subterranean subways of suffering; we

3 DAILY WAYS TO IMPROVE MENTAL HEALTH The world has been overjoyed to return to “normal.” Many young people have especially been rushing back to restaurants, concerts, and festivals, excited and ready to hear the music, feel the energy and get back to the vibe of connecting with other like-minded people, enjoying good food, music, and drinks together. While we all rush back to the fun and feeling of human connection, we can’t forget to

CUSTOMIZE ON CAMPUS  We know that having memorable and engaging programming is important to you and your campus.  That’s why Neon Entertainment provides personal, one of a kind experiences that everyone will enjoy! When you book one of Neon Entertainment’s Custom and Photo Make & Take programs, we bring you a personalized event like no other. Choose from our variety of giveaway items and participants will get to design their own unique item with a custom

APCA NATIONALS 2022 RECAP   We hope you enjoyed the APCA Nationals conference if you had a chance to attend! If you didn’t have a chance to attend or missed us at the conference below is a link to the showcases we had at the event. Reach out if you’re looking for any block dates for these Neon acts! Contract your Neon Agent at 1-800-993-NEON to find out when these acts and programs will be in your

How to Cope with Your Mental Health as an LGBTQ College Student The past few years have been tough for college students, especially with classes going online because of lockdowns. It’s been hard for students to find their communities and cope with the mental health effects of the pandemic. Now that campuses are opening up and students are moving into their dorms, it may be a relief for many, but it can still be a

Mental Health and Wellness Programs!  May is Mental Heath Awareness Month and we would like to share some ideas to help take a breath, relax and stay healthy. Take some time to listen to some calming live music and practice some Yoga with Shanice Green to help improve heart health, get better sleep and gain body strength. Ease some built up stress and boost feelings of relaxation with the benefits of aromatherapy by making your

Team Building Programs!  With everything going on in the world lately, when would be a better time to unite and work together then now? Each of our differences can bring unique and beneficial aspects to the table that may otherwise be missing if it was not for the individuals within the team. Build A Better Team with Mike Fritz teaches skills needed for your leaders success. Apply what you learn about working together by spending time with friends to solve

Order Now, Enjoy Later!  What to do on a rainy day? A question that is usually answered by making the best of what you have on hand.  Imagine looking at a room full of unengaged students and remembering that you have prepared for this! In the stock room there are creatures waiting to be created, totes ready to be individualized, or DIY Tie Dye all set to add color to some t-shirts as well as

ALCOHOL AWARENESS PROGRAMMING  4 out of 5 college students consume alcohol to some degree. Half of those students consume an excessive amount of alcohol in a short period of time which is defined as binge drinking. Heavy drinking can increase the chances of injury, becoming a victim of sexual assault, developing health issues, performing poorly in classes, engaging in criminal activity and developing Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD). The criteria for having Alcohol Use Disorder is

BRINGING AWARENESS TO SEXUAL ASSAULT  13% of all students experience sexual assault with about half of these assaults involving alcohol consumption by the perpetrator, the victim, or both. Communicating the importance of assault awareness and the related alcohol safety to your students in a thought provoking, meaningful and memorable way is key in the effectiveness of the message.  Neon Entertainment provides programming this imperative subjects.  Check them out below and contact your Neon agent for

EARTH DAY PROGRAMS! For 52 years, we have been reserving Earth Day as a day of awareness, education and action towards caring for our home that we call Earth. Usually falling somewhere in between Spring Break and Final Exams, student participation continues to play a huge part and has made an incredible difference from the start of it all in 1970. Over 190 countries have now joined in on bringing awareness to environmental issues and

SPRING FEST IDEAS Spring is finally here and Neon Entertainment is ready to help with your Spring programming needs!  Indoor or outdoor, in-person, virtual or even hybrid, we’ve got you covered!  Check out some of our favorite Spring events below and be sure to contact your Neon Entertainment agent for availability & booking! Trending Topics Panic Attack in Paradise by Sara KM Kunz National Poetry Month 6 Great Spring Fest Ideas 8 Great Music Acts

6 GREAT FEMALE PERFORMERS March is a time that we celebrate the incredible influences of women in our world. Neon Entertainment would like to recognize some great female artists that continue to make a difference in today’s society. From spoken word to music to comedy, these artists are available to come be a part of the Women’s History celebration on your campus! Be sure to contact your Neon agent by filling out the form below

GETTING INVOLVED IN SGA Have you become interested in SGA (Student Government Association) and are wondering what the next steps to getting involved might be? There are many ways to begin to get your foot in the door and start your journey. Check out these great ideas to get started! 1) Attend meetings. See how your SGA works. Ask if there are any opportunities to get involved. Trending Topics Panic Attack in Paradise by Sara

PLUG AND PLAY EVENTS What if planning an event could be as simple as selecting a date and choosing a program? Let us do everything else for you with plug & play musicians, game shows as seen on TV, silent discos, drive in movies & more! Neon Entertainment will provide and set up everything needed for a smooth, memorable event! Take comfort in knowing that your event will be made as easy as possible for you when

NACA LIVE 2022 RECAP    We hope you enjoyed the NACA Live conference if you had a chance to attend! If you didn’t have a chance to attend or missed us at the conference below is a link to the showcases we had at the event. Reach out if you’re looking for any block dates for these Neon acts! Contract your Neon Agent at 1-800-993-NEON to find out when these acts and programs will be in your

HONORING BLACK HISTORY  As we continue to celebrate this black history, we share talented poets and entertainers that Neon Entertainment represents. These artist’s programs bring insight, inspiration and honor to help your students find their voice as members and allies of the black community. To find an artist who best fits the diversity & inclusion message for any of the programs you’re looking to present on your campus check out the links below. Trending Topics

MARCH PROGRAMING! March is a time that we recognize the incredible influences of women in our world, celebrate Irish Culture and have some fun on Spring Break! Neon Entertainment offers great programs to keep students engaged while we celebrate! From Women’s History Month to St Patrick’s Day to Spring Break! Check them out below and be sure to contact your Neon agent by filling out the form below to reserve your spot now! Trending Topics

6 GREAT MULTI-PLAYER PROGRAMS We’ve shared the shocking facts about the mental health concerns so many are facing, especially in the college demographic.  (See What’s A Syndemic? and Re-Learning How to Connect In Person)  Many of these issues stem from isolation and reports of feeling alone.  How can you help?  What can you do to promote change for your students?  Multi-player programming is one way to combat those problems.  Group events like these provide an opportunity for your students

BIG NIGHTS, SMALL BUDGETS While budgets may be shrinking, your students’ expectations of the services that your office is to provide doesn’t seem to change.  In fact, they likely look forward to the entertainment and escape from reality even more now than students of years past.  But, we at Neon Entertainment are confident that you can still pull of a full night or event weekend’s worth of programming that will keep them satisfied without breaking

POP-UP PROGRAMS | EXCITING EVENTS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS College event planners play an important role in shaping the social framework of their university.  First year students looking for that first year experience expect to find fun campus events where they can meet their new classmates.  While upper-level students may be looking for the types of programs they’ve missed from years past.  But, sometimes coming up with unique campus event ideas can be a challenge.  Luckily, Neon

WHAT’S A SYNDEMIC (AND 3 SKILLS TO HELP YOU GET THROUGH IT) BY PAUL RAMSAY What’s a syndemic?  It refers to multiple interrelated epidemics happening at the same time.  The COVID pandemic has given rise to just this situation, as it has exacerbated already existing issues in our society, raising them to epidemic levels. If you’re working in college student affairs, you witness the syndemic every day.  Mental health issues were already on the rise

INSPIRING & MOTIVATING YOUR STUDENT LEADERS January 2nd is recognized as National  Motivation & Inspiration Day.  People find motivation and inspiration in so many ways, so we’ve decided to share a couple of our most unique and in-demand programs that help to inspire and motivate your student leaders.   1) Great Student Leaders Aren’t Born, They’re Made This program is speaker, Mike Fritz’s, signature talk that is based on his first collegiate best-seller “Great Student Leaders

5 NOSTALGIC PROGRAMS YOUR STUDENTS WON’T WANT TO MISS OUT ON No matter the age, we enjoy partaking in events that remind us of the best parts of our childhood.  To take a moment or two to escape from the every day monotony of adulting and remember what it was like to be a kid without a worry in the world.  There is no doubt that when you host events like an Iceless Ice Rink,

8 GREAT TAKE & MAKE  /MAKE & TAKE PROGRAMS What is a take & make/make & take?  A take & make is a direct ship program where all of the materials you need for a unique and fun program are shipped to you.  Students can either create/build their item at a central location on campus or take their materials back to their residence to make the item independently.  When you book a make & take

5 GREAT LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS FOR SPRING TRAINING & RETREATS Student leadership training was a difficult task these past two years and now it’s beginning to show as campus student leaders struggle to make connections.  But, it’s not too late to provide them with solid training that will serve them well, both on campus and off.  Neon Entertainment offers 5+ Leadership Training programs to suit any need.  Check out these trainings and retreats and contact your

GET YOUR GLOW ON! Have you ever noticed that when you take an ordinary, old-school event like bowling or roller skating and add a little glow to it, it makes that event so much more fun and exciting!?  Well we’ve noticed, too and think that there ain’t no party like a glow-up party!  And, that’s why our glow events are a campus favorite!  Check out the variety of lit of events Neon has to offer

4 WAYS TO DE-STRESS WITH INTERACTIVE GROUP EVENTS  Students are STRESSED!  And nothing beats that stress like spending time with friends.  Provide them with smart, safe, healthy ways to de-stress with interactive group entertainment.   1) Escape Rooms Our Escape Rooms provide an escape from reality as students immerse themselves in the challenges. With over 35 themes across 7 categories, Neon Entertainment’s Escape Rooms offer team building experiences while also being entertaining.  Check out our LATE FOR

 5 CREATIVE WAYS TO PROVIDE LIVE INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT   Entertainment on the college circuit is ever evolving as campus culture, interests, and demands change.  Having been in the business of campus entertainment for over 28 years, Neon Entertainment has grown and evolved with the market, providing the most current events and programs colleges are requesting including live interactive entertainment.  Whether your campus needs live-streamed events, in-person programming or a hybrid of both, we know that

FUN EVENTS FOR YOUR FALL PROGRAMMING NEEDS   It’s time to start thinking about Fall programming!  Whether you’re looking for speakers for Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week (Oct 22-28), or some on-theme events for Halloween and Thanksgiving, we’ve got you covered. Check out some campus favorites and drop your Neon Entertainment agent a line to find out about availability in your area.   Trending Topics Panic Attack in Paradise by Sara KM Kunz National Poetry Month 6

DORM SWEET DORM | 4 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR DORM YOUR OWN   In just a few short weeks your students will be moving onto campus and for many, this will be their first opportunity to make their space their own.  With an extensive list of make & takes,  DIY’s, paint nights and caricature programs, we know you’ll find something here at Neon Entertainment that your students will be excited to bring back to put

HOMECOMING, FAMILY WEEKEND & MORE FALL FUN Your first semester is right around the corner and that means planning for two of the most memorable events of your students’ year, Homecoming & Family Weekend!  And, whether your campus will be fully in-person, hybrid, or even fully virtual, we can help you make these events unforgettable.  Learn more about the different structures of entertainment Neon has to offer below and choose what best fits your campus’s

WHAT’S TRENDING?… SPOKEN WORD   Do you like to stay up on all of the hottest trends?  From social media, to trending topics, or even a trending activity, we’re keeping a pulse on what’s hot and are here to keep you on trend.  This week are are focusing in on our Spoken Word artists and the trending topics they’re bringing to light with their art.  Check them out!    Trending Topics Panic Attack in Paradise

RE-LEARNING HOW TO CONNECT IN-PERSON  By: TedX Speaker, Brian Miller   “I forget how to people.” A student said that to me recently, during my program on human connection for a virtual leadership conference.  Here’s the obvious fact: 18 months of physical distancing took a devastating toll on both our emotional wellbeing and social skills. What’s worse, pre-pandemic studies showed that college students have 40% less empathy than they did just 20 years ago. Is

5 GREAT ORIENTATION PROGRAMMING IDEAS   Whether you’re in the midst of Orientation and need just one more thing to wrap things up or in the final stages of planning, we’ve got a variety of programming options guaranteed to kick off their college experience with a bang!   1) Entertaining, Inspiring & Seasoned Speakers: We’ve got a roster of orientation speakers like Michael Dean Ester who will kick off your orientation with laughs and a great

CREATIVE PROGRAMMING ON A BUDGET Give your students the gift of creation and self-expression with a DIY Drop-Ship program that is heavy on inspiration and easy on your budget.  Still have money to use from the 2020 season that you don’t know what to do with?  Order a Drop-Ship program with your 2020 budget for your fall 2021 semester and we will ship it to you when you’re ready!   Trending Topics Panic Attack in Paradise

CELEBRATE WORLD MUSIC DAY World Music Day is an opportunity to celebrate all of our favorite music genres, the cultural significance it has, the emotional  outlet it provides, and the sense of community it generates.  In honor of World Music Day we are sharing a variety of Neon Entertainment music acts & programs!   Trending Topics Panic Attack in Paradise by Sara KM Kunz National Poetry Month 6 Great Spring Fest Ideas 8 Great Music Acts

WHAT’S TRENDING?  Do you like to stay up on all of the hottest trends?  From social media, to trending topics, or even a trending activity, we’re keeping a pulse on what’s hot and are here to keep you on trend.  TIK TOK TRENDING: We know many of you are Tik Tok fans and followers of Neon comedian, Ryan Kelly. Or, as you may know him better, @youthpastorryan.  And if you don’t know who he is,

HONORING OUR LGBTQ+ AND BLACK COMMUNITIES THIS MONTH At Neon Entertainment we proudly support the LGBTQ+ & Black communities this month and every month! Looking for ways to show the love to these communities on your campus?  Book these programs any time of year!   Trending Topics Panic Attack in Paradise by Sara KM Kunz National Poetry Month 6 Great Spring Fest Ideas 8 Great Music Acts for Spring Fest St. Patrick’s Day Programming NACA Live

PROGRAMMING FOR YOUR OUTDOOR & VIRTUAL ORIENTATION NEEDS Orientation is just around the corner and with the ever changing guidelines it can be hard to come up with a plan that is right for your campus.  Are fresh air and wide open spaces  part of your Orientation visions?  Neon Entertainment offers great outdoor opportunities to impress your incoming freshmen!  Is it too hot outside and too many incoming students for events indoors?  We’ve got you

DON’T LET THOSE FUNDS GO TO WASTE!  An unprecedented and unpredictable year has made budgeting a challenge for many and now that we’re at the end of the Spring semester you may be finding yourself with some funds that you don’t know what to do with and don’t want to let go to waste.  DIY Drop Ship programs are a great way to stretch those budget dollars as far as they can go.  Use up

A GUIDE TO PROGRAMMING BY MONTH Every month it seems you’re looking for programming to fit a specific theme or that covers an important topic.  We want to make that task easier for you so we’ve provided a guide to all of your favorite traditional programs organized by the month they best fit into.  Scroll to check them all out, or click a month below.     Trending Topics Panic Attack in Paradise by Sara KM

8 WAYS TO CELEBRATE YOUR GRADS Graduates always deserve to be celebrated.  They’ve put in the time and hard work to successfully earn their degree and begin their journey into the real world.  But, our 2021 grads have faced added challenges as they’ve navigated through a year of virtual or hybrid learning and all of the additional obstacles the pandemic has brought their way.  Don’t they deserve a an opportunity to create some extra special

APRIL PROGRAMMING MUSTS: ALCOHOL AWARENESS & SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS The month of April brings our focus to two very important topics in the college community: Alcohol Awareness and Sexual Assault Awareness.  Getting the importance of alcohol safety and assault awareness across to your students in a thought provoking, meaningful and memorable way are all key in the effectiveness of the message.  Neon Entertainment provides programming for both of these imperative subjects.  Check them out below

UTILIZING YOUR OUTDOOR SPACES  CREATIVELY Being outdoors gives us so much more opportunity to program creatively and safely.  Fresh air, open spaces, fire pits, food trucks and of course, ENTERTAINMENT make for a memorable event!  Think festivals, downtown streets, or your favorite pier and how you can transform your campus streets, the quad, an open parking lot or tennis courts into those iconic spots with plug & play musicians, street performers, silent discos, portable roller

COMING IN HOT Spring is coming in HOT…despite what the groundhog may have predicted.  So, it’s time to get your Spring programming under way.  Indoor or outdoor, in-person, virtual or even hybrid, we’ve got you covered!  Check out some of our favorite Spring events below and be sure to contact your Neon Entertainment agent for availability & booking! Trending Topics Panic Attack in Paradise by Sara KM Kunz National Poetry Month 6 Great Spring Fest

MID SEMESTER WELLNESS CHECK  The Spring Semester is always a little overwhelming and stressful, especially for those seniors preparing to turn in final papers and take the last exams of their college careers.  And this year has been no exception.  But, you can become the hero in this seemingly neverending story.  Wellness programming like our Two Deep Breaths+, “Beat”Boxing, Relaxation Program  and more can help give your students the opportunity to re-set and re-new their

VIRTUAL NACA LIVE 2021 SHOWCASING ACTS Trending Topics Panic Attack in Paradise by Sara KM Kunz National Poetry Month 6 Great Spring Fest Ideas 8 Great Music Acts for Spring Fest St. Patrick’s Day Programming NACA Live 2023 Showcasing Acts 6 Great Women’s History Programs 4 Great Programs to Combine with Silent Disco Headphones Combining Programs for a Great Audience 10 Great Valentine’s Day Programs 5 Steps to Cultivating New Leaders on Campus College Students

GOOD CLEAN FUN!  No caution signs needed! These programs and entertainers are guaranteed to provide squeaky clean fun!  From game shows to escape rooms, comedians to magicians, and so much more!  Serving all 5o states, we’re sure you’ll find the perfect entertainment for your programming needs – whether in person or virtual!  Learn more about some of our good clean fun below and fill out the form to ask us about booking one of these

FOOD AND FUN THIS MARCH! Who’s hungry!?  March is a time we recognize the incredible influences of women in our world and it’s also a time we celebrate our Irish Heritage (even if you’re not Irish!)  It’s also full of days of “recognition” related to FOOD – like National Peanut Butter Day or  Anything On A Stick Day! Neon Entertainment has programs to help you celebrate these special March events – from Women’s History Month

WHAT YOU MAY HAVE MISSED AND WHAT NOT TO MISS DURING CONFERENCE SEASON Conferences this year, like much of life, have gone virtual.  But, what hasn’t changed is that whether or not you attended a conference or will be attending this spring, you can still book the same great talent! Check out the artists below who showcased this past fall as well as the acts you can catch at the Virtual NACA LIVE 2021 conference

HONORING BLACK HISTORY MONTH Neon Entertainment proudly represents talented speakers and entertainers who’s programs bring insight, inspiration and honor to these trailblazers and help your students find their voice as members and allies of the black community.  To find out more about the artist who best fits the diversity & inclusion message for any of the programs you’re looking present on your campus check out the links below. Trending Topics Panic Attack in Paradise by

FOUR GREAT EVENTS FOR YOUR VALENTINE’S PROGRAMMING NEEDS Looking for some great programming to help you celebrate Valentine’s Day?  Whether you’re on campus or off or a hybrid, Neon Entertainment has programs that will be a great way to bring your students together, no matter their relationship status.  From escape rooms, to game shows to make and take novelties, we’ve got a variety of options to fit your needs.  To find out more about our Valentine’s