Born and raised in Southwestern Ontario, I headed west in 1998 after earning an Honours Diploma in Recreation & Leisure Services from Fanshawe College — chasing sunshine, adventure, and a life a little less ordinary. That journey landed me in Whistler, where I spent eight unforgettable years as a Recreation Programmer with the Resort Municipality of Whistler, producing high-energy recreation programs and large-scale special events.
Whistler is also where I came out, found my community, and helped bring the legendary Whistler Pride Week pool party to life — a turning point that ignited my passion for bold, unapologetic Pride experiences. Since relocating primarily to Vancouver in 2007, I’ve held leadership roles across public, private, and non-profit organizations, all while jet-setting to iconic gay party destinations like Puerto Vallarta, Palm Springs, San Diego, and Las Vegas to soak up the very best in pool and boat party culture.
After my first visit to Puerto Vallarta in 2014, I was hooked — by the heat, the culture, the community, and the undeniable energy of the Zona Romántica. In 2024, I made it official, calling Puerto Vallarta home each winter. Now, after two seasons living here, I’m thrilled to launch Flamboyant Ventures: a rotating gay rooftop pool party experience built for men who love sun-soaked days, thumping beats, sexy vibes, and unforgettable connections.
Rooted in community and fueled by a “live life to the fullest” philosophy, Flamboyant Ventures is where fierce looks, hot bodies, cold drinks, and good trouble collide — in Puerto Vallarta and soon across North America.
Welcome to the splash zone!! We got this.. Its Flamboyant Ventures 💦🔥
Get ready, boys… Flamboyant Ventures is making waves!
Flamboyant Ventures is a premier gay 19+ daytime rotating pool party and event production company, bringing unforgettable experiences to Puerto Vallarta, Vancouver and Toronto.
What makes us different? We don’t stay in one place. Our rotating event concept brings guests to different pools, rooftops and venues, creating a fresh experience every time.
From themed pool parties, rooftop socials and fireworks viewing parties to Pride festival celebrations and future boat parties, Flamboyant Ventures is all about sun, music, connection, entertainment and fun.
Expect talented DJs, fabulous drag performers, sexy go-go dancers, playful games, iconic flamingos and rubber duckies, and plenty of unforgettable surprises along the way.
Following our 2026 events in Puerto Vallarta and Vancouver, we’re turning our attention back to Puerto Vallarta for our fall/winter season, with more experiences ahead in Vancouver and Toronto in Summer 2027.
Whether you’re lounging poolside, dancing under the sun or joining us at our next destination, there’s always something new waiting around the corner.
Louise Johnston has always had a passion for creating spaces where people can feel free, have fun, and truly be themselves. Originally from beautiful British Columbia, she spent over 15 years in Arizona running three successful businesses. She later followed her adventurous spirit to Mexico, where she fell in love with the culture, the community, and especially the energy of gay pool and boat parties that brought people together in the best way possible. Now back in Canada, Louise is channeling that inspiration into co-founding a company that celebrates connection, freedom, and fun. It all begins in Vancouver, with plans to expand across North America. A creative at heart, Louise loves art, food, yoga, and working with resin. But what really lights her up is bringing people together and creating unforgettable experiences. Whether she’s painting, planning a party, or just making someone feel welcome, Louise brings warmth, joy, and a whole lot of heart to everything she does.
