What: Masquerage 2013: Once Upon A Time
Who: AIDS Resource Center Ohio
When: tonight, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Where: The Coliseum at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds, 1043 S. Main St., Dayton
Cost: $50 general admission or $200 for VIP Red Ribbon Level.
Tickets will be sold through Friday at Lexus of Dayton, Square One Salon and Spa locations, Clash Consignment and Ghostlight Coffee. at Click here to purchase tickets or call (937) 461-2437. Prices increases at the venue on the day of Masquerage.
There’s a good shot you’ll find a scandalous Cinderella, a dirty Snow White or a shirtless Pinocchio in the Montgomery County Coliseum this weekend.
AIDS Resource Center Ohio will transform sections of the high school gymnasium-like venue at 1043 S. Main St. into an enchanted forest, the Ice Age and a witch’s castle for its annual Masquerage ball
This year’s theme is “Once Upon A Time” and based on the poster promoting the event and past experience, some revelers will wear fairy tale-inspired costumes that walk on the scantily clad side of the rainbow.
Masquerage may be Dayton’s party of parties, but it has a purpose, Lisa Grigsby, ARC Ohio’s special events director said.
“We look for a theme that gives up lots of options for decor, costumes and a deeper meaning,” Grigsby said. “Once upon a time AIDS was a death sentence for those infected and now, through testing and treatment so many of our clients can enjoy a happily ever after.”
This year’s ball chaired by Realtor Denise Swick is expected to raise $165,o00 and attract 1,000 party-goers.
General admission is $50 — the amount it costs ARC Ohio to administer one HIV test.
The ticket includes a welcome cocktail, courtesy of Jagermeister, dancing and entertainment.
The Rubi Girls, Zoot Theatre Company and Dayton’s Annual Transylvanian Convention are among the acts slated to appear on the Macy’s Stage. Fusian will provide hand rolled sushi from 8 p.m. until 10 p.m. Scratch Event Catering will provide additional food.
Those who purchase the $200 VIP tickets will also receive a private entry, access to the Marion’s Piazza/Lexus of Dayton Red Ribbon Lounge, mask painting,valet parking, a champagne fountain, snacks from Salar Restaurant and Lounge, souvenir T-shirts and shot glasses, a private bathroom and a swag bag provided by Shumsky Enterprises.
Click here to purchase tickets or call (937) 461-2437. Tickets can also be purchased at Lexus of Dayton, Square One Salon and Spa locations, Clash Consignment and Ghostlight Coffee. Prices increases at the venue on the day of Masquerage.
Four months of house cleaning from Eco Maids or four pairs of shoes from Integritas are being raffle off as part of Masquerage's Cinderella Raffle. Tickets are three for $20 or one for $10.
Costumes are not necessary, but party-goers are encouraged to wear masks. Grisby said masks will be painted on 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday at the fairgrounds. The service is free to VIP ticket holders and $10 for others.
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