Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum will host its highly anticipated Third Annual Masquerade Macabre on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM EDT. The historic, endearingly haunted 28,000-square-foot Jacobean Revival mansion will invite the public to celebrate and support the Spirits of Ventfort Hall (Living and…otherwise) for the third annual fall fundraising event. Rather than sweeping its historic spirits under the rug, Ventfort Hall invites guests to don their finest formal masquerade ensemble to dance alongside them. The formal fundraising gala directly benefits the museum, funding daily operations and salaries to keep the mansion’s "living spirits" alive.

Guests 21 and older will experience an immersive evening featuring:

• Music & Dancing: DJ Seth P will take his place as the Maestro Macabre for the third year, offering a mix of music from the Gilded Age to the present.

• Themed Cocktails & Cash Bar Sponsored by NeJaimes Wine Cellars: A cash bar serving expertly curated, wickedly creative craft cocktails and seasonal spirits.

• Delicious Delights: Catered goodies will be available throughout the evening.

• VIP guests will have access to the upstairs exclusive RIP VIP Lounge and all its exclusive delights sponsored by Dare Bottleshop & Provisions.

• Monarch Macabre Crowning: At 9:00 PM sharp, the Spirits will crown  the new Monarch Macabre for the most spectacular costume and mask presentation.

• Local Entertainment: Local talent will be featured throughout the evening with entertaining Vaudevillian vignettes throughout the mansion.

Exclusive VIP Access & Sponsorships

For those seeking an elevated experience, Ventfort Hall offers exclusive sponsorship tiers and opportunities. For more on Sponsorship opportunities and involvement, contact Jackie@GildedAge.org

For more on the Masquerade Macabre: Visit https://gilded-age-events.my.canva.site/masquerade-macabre-vh