The Black Cat Ball & 75th Anniversary Diamond Gala

The Black Cat Ball & 75th Anniversary Diamond Gala

The Black Cat Ball is the Official Party of the International Edgar Allan Poe Festival & Awards. This year’s Black Cat Ball is a 75th Anniversary Diamond Gala & Gothic 1840s Dance Party, featuring after-hours access to the “Poe Death Exhibit” at Carroll Mansion and a cognac toast to Edgar Allan Poe!  Your most glamorous and gothic 1840s or 1940s dress encouraged.

Diamond Gala ticket includes a Private Reception and Vincent Price-themed wine-dinner featuring some of the star’s favorite recipes, with special guest, Victoria Price. Cabaret Dance Party & Valet parking included! $250 per person.
General Admission is a Gothic dance party in the 1840s Cabaret! Ticket includes dessert & gourmet ice cream social, beer/wine bar, and entertainment, $75 per person.

Diamond Gala doors open 6:00 pm. Dance Party doors open 8:00pm.
The evening’s entertainment includes: Private Viewing & Reception including the “Poe Death Exhibit” at Carroll Mansion; Winners of the 2024 Saturday ‘Visiter’ Awards, presented by writer Mark Dawidziak; 1840s Cabaret Dance Party with special guest, Hannah Raven; Cognac Toast to Edgar Allan Poe.

This party is 21+ over restricted; 100% ID Check!

Contact: Poe Baltimore

Email: contact@poefestinternational.org

Phone: (410) 462-1763