Treadway transformed Portland’s Bossanova Ballroom into a full-scale, alcohol-free nightclub for teens—complete with DJs, club lighting, energy drinks, and inclusive vibes. With a focus on safety and self-expression, Detox gave hundreds of young people, especially LGBTQ+ teens, a space to dance, connect, and feel seen.
A SAFE, HIGH-ENERGY NIGHTLIFE EXPERIENCE DESIGNED EXCLUSIVELY FOR TEENS
Create a nightlife experience that felt authentic, edgy, and fun to teens—without compromising on safety, security, or positive messaging.
Teen audiences don’t want a watered-down version of adult nightlife—they want a space that feels designed for them, with real production value and energy, but in a safe, affirming environment.
Treadway designed and produced a full club environment, including live DJ performances, club-grade lighting, custom signage, photo stations, and a mocktail + energy drink bar. We implemented strict entry protocols and onsite security, ensuring a safe, judgment-free space where teens could dance, hang out, and feel like they belonged.
Hundreds of teens attended nightly, with zero safety incidents and overwhelmingly positive feedback from both attendees and parents. Detox proved that youth nightlife could be fun, inclusive, and secure—and served as a successful proof of concept for teen-targeted event formats across the region.