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 da Cat
presents a mix of web doings and interesting activities centered, but not exclusively,
in Southern California.) Basically it's an eclectic
list of costume events in Los Angeles and beyond as well as extra events that will interest costumers. Some you might not find
elsewhere considered costume events, but they're here for their educational
and/or fun value. At the bottom, I've included a number of "master link" sites
and calendars so you can quickly get to
the folks that maintain the large event lists.
Upcoming Costume Events
November Costume Events
December Costume Events
 | Far to much going on to cover here, please join us for
Winter Events in LA,
for tons of stuff to do in costumes. |
Archived Info |
Quick Index - LA Events
|
Featured Events - eclectic as always
Convention, Exhibit & Lecture
See
over 100 haunt couture garments given by by International Best Dressed Hall of
Fame icon Betsy Bloomingdale. Over 65 ensembles, info on the process of
creation, showcases her favorite designers, and examines her personal fashion
style and lifestyle. Includes a video documentation.
| Info: http://www.fidm.edu/resources/museum+galleries
for their website and their pics from past exhibits.
 |
When:
 | October 21, 2009 – December 13, 2009 |
| 10:00a.m. - 4:00p.m, Wednesday - Sunday |
| 919 S. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles |
|
|
| Free to all. |
| Info: http://www.loscon.org/
| LAX Marriott Hotel |
|
November 27-29, 2009 - Thanksgiving weekend, Annual |
|
| Main SF local masquerade for Los Angeles.
| Sat, November 29, 2008 at 8:00
| Held on the Saturday night of the convention. |
|
| Enter or just volunteer to work it. |
|
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Shopping Special
<More> Shopping Events
Dance & Fairs, Historic & More
Just a special pick. Please see the
main listing to plan your weekends.
Check out the
Halloween section for lots more
Join a vast array of
Victorian personalities from England and the far corners of the world. Dine on a
fabulous dinner & dessert buffet by Affairs of Elegance. Dance to the live music
brought to you by the Philadelphia Band & Promenade Orchestra.
This year's Ball celebrates Steampunk, a sub-genre of fantasy and speculative
fiction that denotes works set in an era or world where steam power is still
widely used—usually the 19th century, and often Victorian era England—but with
prominent elements of either science fiction or fantasy, such as fictional
technological inventions like those found in the works of H. G. Wells and Jules
Verne.
Also, attend a
Steampunk workshop, Saturday October 17, 2009 , RSVP
| Info:
http://www.coliserv.net/ccobs/ball-2009/gas2009.html
| Saturday, November 7, 2009 |
| Tickets: start at $75 in advance, $85 at the door. |
| Woman's Club of South Pasadena,
| 1424 Fremont Ave, South Pasadena |
|
|
| This is a costume only event for adults.
Steampunk or costumes of the era requested.
Please attend the Ball in a costume befitting the rank and station of any Sherlockian
or Canonical character... or as any historical or fictional character
of that age |
<More> (many more) Dance and
Fairs including
calendars
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See over 100 haunt couture garments given by by International Best
Dressed Hall of Fame icon Betsy Bloomingdale. Over 65 ensembles, info
on the process of creation, showcases her favorite designers, and examines
her personal fashion style and lifestyle. Includes a video documentation.
| Info: http://www.fidm.edu/resources/museum+galleries
for their website and their pics from past exhibits.
|
When:
| October 21, 2009 – December 13, 2009 |
| 10:00a.m. - 4:00p.m, Wednesday - Sunday |
| 919 S. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles |
|
|
| Free to all. |
The Academy recognizes legendary production executive Irving Thalberg
(1899-1936) with a major gallery exhibition featuring unpublished
photographs, enlightening documents, poster art, props and costumes from
motion pictures overseen by Hollywood’s original “Boy Wonder.” ... The
exhibition includes portraits by George Hurrell and Clarence Bull of many of
Thalberg’s stars.... Also on display will be costumes designed by Adrian and
set designs by Cedric Gibbons.
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You've all heard the old adage, the one who dies with the most fabric,
wins!!!!. Well, hear are some events that will feed the magpie in you.
Shopping Specials
(let us know if you have any events that would interest costumers)
Annual Shows
| Vintage Fashion
Show Expo
| All kinds of great vintage clothing, jewelry and accessories. |
| Los Angeles (Santa Monica Civic Auditorium)
| October 17-18, 2009 <-- just in time for Halloween |
| February 6-7, 2010 |
| April 24-25, 2010 |
| September 18-19, 2010 |
| October 16-17, 2010 |
|
| San Francisco
| March 20-21, 2010 |
| September 16-17, 2010 |
|
|
| International
Gems, Beads and Jewelry Show
| Most costumes are not complete without a bit of glitz.
| I'm only listing Los Angles area events here... but this show
travels all over the US. |
| Check your local newspaper for coupons for free gifts or $1 off
admission. |
|
| Santa Monica Civic Auditorium - the bigger show
| April 3-5, 2009 |
| May 15-17, 2009 (The bead show) |
| June 12-14, 2009 |
| September 25-27, 2009 |
| October 9-11, 2009 <-- just in time for Halloween |
| December 4-6, 2009 |
|
| Long Beach - Queen Mary
| August 28-29,2009 |
|
| San Francisco / San Mateo
| March 21-22, 2009 |
| September 11-13, 2009 |
| October 16-19, 2009 |
| November 27-29, 2009 |
|
|
|
Textile, Costume & Clothing Show
| Vintage textiles, vintage clothing, costumes, patterns, shoes,
accessories, Victorian laces, trims and more |
| Info:
http://www.caskeylees.com/shows/15/vintage/LATextile/
| Pickwick Gardens, 1001 Riverside Dr., Burbank |
| $5, early admission $15 |
| Dates: - Sunday
| January 31, 2010 |
| May 30, 2010 |
| November 29, 2009 |
|
|
|
| Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival
| You can't costume well without good tools. Try out sewing machines,
find the latest tools, workshops on techniques. |
| Info: http://www.rustybarn.com/
| March 19-21, 2009, 10-5 |
| Oct. 5-7, 2009
| Pomona Fairplex, LA County fairgrounds, Pomona |
|
| May 14-16, 2009
| Del Mar Fairgrounds |
|
|
| See website for admission coupons. |
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These are mix of classes and shopping and run a weekend. Both
science fiction and historic are represented.
| Society for Creative Anachronism -
Collegium
| Medieval arts and sciences, includes costume classes run twice a year.
(Note website sometimes runs behind on updating. However, you can
contact them for the most recent information.)
| April 10-11, 2010 ,
Collegium |
| location - Angles |
|
|
Some upcoming Classes not affiliate with a group:
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 Just a few master links sites for events.... Go explore! More in Otherworlds!
| Info: http://www.loscon.org/
| LAX Marriott Hotel |
|
November 27-29, 2009 - Thanksgiving weekend, Annual |
|
| Main SF local masquerade for Los Angeles.
| Sat, November 29, 2008 at 8:00
| Held on the Saturday night of the convention. |
|
| Enter or just volunteer to work it. |
|
| Info:
http://www.animelosangeles.org/
|
January 8-10, 2010 - Annual
| Saturday night masquerade |
| Rules and sign up forms are on line |
|
| Los Angeles Airport Marriot |
|
Nation’s Largest Anime and Manga Convention. Cosplay your heart out.
They have the main masquerade, a masquerade ball and other costume contests.
Please review their site for details and their rules.
| Info: http://www.anime-expo.org/
| July 1-4, 2010, Annual
| Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles |
|
| See site for list of masquerades
| Register on line, in advance |
|
|
"The country’s premier comics and popular arts convention." Get info on
the latest movies. Multiple costume competitions plus the main masquerade.
| Info: http://www.comic-con.org
|
July 22-23, 2010, Annual <--
Sells out way in advance
| San Diego Convention Center, CA |
| Register early, event tickets and hotelrooms goo quickly |
|
|
| Saturday's event is open to all costumes but comic and movie oriented items do better.
| Note: write for their rules, their structure and format is different
than the 'ICG standard'. |
| There are a number of sponsored prizes most years. |
| Pre-register for the masquerade |
|
An elegant evening of costume and fantasy. Join costumers and artists
from all over Los Angles for a magical night of dancing and music.
| July 10 &11, 2009, Annual <-- Sold out
| Expanded to two days now. |
|
| Henry Fonda Music Box Theatre, 6126 Hollywood Blvd. |
| Masquerade dance |
| Costume required or formal dress and mask |
| Info:
http://www.labyrinthmasquerade.com |
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a few Event Calendars with more dance activities.
| Lively Arts History Association
Calendar
| Historic Dance & Reenactment of every era. |
| Very large calendar covering all of Southern California |
| Victorian dance, English Country dance, Art Deco, Ragtime &
Swing |
|
| Art Deco Society of Los Angles
Calendar
| events with a vintage flare |
|
| Full list of Event Calendars |
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Select list of Upcoming Fairs and Dances to plan for...
Monthly, or near monthly dances and dance practice.
| English Country Dance - Monrovia
| Dances for 1650 to present day are taught. Beginners welcome, no
partner required.
| http://www.lahacal.org/ for dates,
look for dance and class dates for Monrovia |
| St Luke's Episcopal church, Monrovia |
| Tickets $5 - 7:30 - 10pm |
|
|
| English Country Dance - Riverside
|
| Miss Haseltine's Drum - West side of Los Angeles
| Regency dance
| http://regencyfriends.org/ for dates |
| most 1st Sundays |
| Tickets $5 - 7:30-11:00 |
| Costume of about the year 1800 is welcome, but not required. |
|
|
Schedule Costume Balls and
Dance events. Note: most dances will have one or more dance
practice sessions.
Yearly Costume Events
Join a vast array of
Victorian personalities from England and the far corners of the world. Dine on a
fabulous dinner & dessert buffet by Affairs of Elegance. Dance to the live music
brought to you by the Philadelphia Band & Promenade Orchestra.
This year's Ball celebrates Steampunk, a sub-genre of fantasy and speculative
fiction that denotes works set in an era or world where steam power is still
widely used—usually the 19th century, and often Victorian era England—but with
prominent elements of either science fiction or fantasy, such as fictional
technological inventions like those found in the works of H. G. Wells and Jules
Verne.
Also, attend a
Steampunk workshop, Saturday October 17, 2009 , RSVP
| Info:
http://www.coliserv.net/ccobs/ball-2009/gas2009.html
| Saturday, November 7, 2009 |
| Tickets: start at $75 in advance, $85 at the door. |
| Woman's Club of South Pasadena,
| 1424 Fremont Ave, South Pasadena |
|
|
| This is a costume only event for adults.
Steampunk or costumes of the era requested.
Please attend the Ball in a costume befitting the rank and station of any Sherlockian
or Canonical character... or as any historical or fictional character
of that age |
skipping 2009
Honoring this year’s bountiful autumn Harvest. Sup at
a sumptuous feast and dance with our friends from villages near and far.
Formal attire please.
| Info:
http://www.englishcountrydancing.org/
| Saturday , November 15, 2008
| Dinner starts at 6pm |
|
| Tickets $35, include dinner, Music by Fleur de Lis . Buy
tickets early, may sell out. |
| Janet Goeske Center, 5257 Sierra Street, Riverside <-- New
location |
|
| Formal attire required, from 1700-1820 preferred but not
required
| English Country Dancing and Instruction on the second and fourth
Thursdays of every month. See website for location and more
details |
|
Social Daunce Irregulars
Grand Ball
| Info:
http://victoriandance.org/ , tickets $25, may be purchased on line.
Note: they also hold dance classes in advance of all balls. |
| Balls:
| Spring Ball, March 10, 2010
| Pasadena Masonic Hall |
|
| Summer Ball, June 13, 2009
| Thorp Church, Pasadena |
|
| Autumn Ball, November 28, 2009
| Pasadena Mason Hall |
|
|
| To add to the ambiance, we suggest, but do not insist that our
patrons wear the formal attire or military uniforms (any nation) of the 19th
Century |
Roughing the year 1800, a recreation of the age of Jane Austen and Beau
Brummell, when the cut of a man's coat was as important as his politics.
The Autumn Ball offers a day of dance classes and finishes with a high tea,
period dance, and a late buffet supper. Dancing will be until midnight.
| Info:
http://www.regencyfriends.org/ or 213-384-6622
| Saturday, December 12, 2009
| 7-midnight - the Ball - see their schedule for tea time and dance
classes earlier in the day |
| $35 for tea and supper |
| $20 for box lunches |
|
| Woman's Club of South Pasadena |
|
| Check out our Holiday flavored
costume and historical events in our Winter
Event's Special section! Too much fun to post
it all here. |
Join the Fools Guild for their New Year's silliness at their "kostume" party.
Please pick your costume in the Asian style - serious, or silly. Asian
Buffet, Marni's Confucius cocktails, dancing, entertainment and bring your
western dollars for our gift shop. Live
party webcam via
uStream.tv.
Old Riverside Foundation Victorian
12th Night Celebration
Progressive Dinner in the Heritage Square Historic District, Riverside.
Horse drawn carriages take guests to 3 vintage homes decorated in holiday
splendor. Delicious gourmet food, elegant but fun. Live music and carolers.
Victorian dress encouraged. Fundraiser for Old Riverside Foundation historic
preservation group.
| Info: Old
Riverside Foundation:
http://www.oldriverside.org/ or 951-683-2725
| Friday & Saturday, January 9 & 10, 2009
| 6:30 & 8:30 pm |
| Tickets $85 |
| Riverside Historic District, exact address w/ tickets |
|
|
Jane Austin Evening
"A civilized afternoon and evening of tea, discussion, gaming, supper and
dance in the spirit of the works of the estimable Miss Austen"
| .Info:
http://www.lahacal.org/austen/
| Sat, January 23, 2010 |
|
| Tickets for dance $25, |
| Pasadena Masonic Hall, 200 S. Euclid, Pasadena |
| Check their website for full schedule |
| Clothing from the lifetime of Jane Austen (1774-1817) is encouraged,
but not required <tips
here> |
(and events to plan for next year.....)
A street fair at the downtown Riverside mall is celebrating the time of
Charles Dickens. There will be living
history presentations, vendors, food, much fun and many educational events.
On Saturday evening, a grand ball will be held
| Mr Fezziwig's Ball: Saturday,
| Costume encourage, but not required. |
| Vendors will be in costume |
| All kinds of events. There are numerous teas and even a dinner.
Check their website for full
schedule details. |
|
| Plan in advance with rehearsal dances and rehearsal balls
|
Valentine's Day/Washington's Birthright Ball
18th Century English Country Dance. Music by: Fleur de Lis.
Los Angeles Air Raid WWII
Swing Dance
Swing dance commemorating "the great Los Angles Air Raid of 1942", the false
report of the raid, anyway. Master of Ceremonies: Maxwell DeMille and the
Bobby Sox Brigade Dance Show
Social Daunce Irregulars
Grand Ball
| Info:
http://victoriandance.org/ , tickets $25, may be purchased on line.
Note: they also hold dance classes in advance of all balls. |
| Upcoming balls:
| Spring Ball, March 6, 2010
| Pasadena Masonic Hall |
|
| Summer Ball, June 13, 2009
| Thorp Church, Pasadena |
|
| Autumn Ball, November 28, 2009
| Pasadena Mason Hall |
|
|
| To add to the ambiance, we suggest, but do not insist that our
patrons wear the formal attire or military uniforms (any nation) of the 19th
Century |
| To add to the ambiance, we suggest, but do not insist that our
patrons wear the formal attire or military uniforms (any nation) of the 19th
Century |
Everything Irish, including recreations of varying eras.
Storytellers, dancers, bands and plenty of other Irish fun.
An elegant afternoon of tea, music and dancing in the ballroom of historic
Lanterman House in La Canada/Flintridge. Dance the one step, waltz and tango to
the music of Ian Whitcomb, Dean Mora, Sheila Murphy-Nelson and the boys
| info:
http://www.lantermanfoundation.org/1918/ ,
tickets $40, includes a high tea
| Pasadena Masonic Hall |
| Sunday, March 6, 2010
| Dance Class: Noon to 1 PM
Dancing and Tea: 1 to 5 PM |
|
| Historical attire from 1918 is suggested, but not required |
|
California's largest and oldest Celtic Faire
Join Heritage Square explore romantic and historically accurate men’s and
women’s fashions from the late 18th century through the 1940’s. The show
includes an experience of a late afternoon tea, reminiscent of ones taken during
the Victorian era as well as shopping in the museum store.
Visit with the inhabitants of the "Village of Falconbridge" and view scenes
of one of San Diego's most beautiful Parks. The age of chivalry will be
recreated among the wonders of nature in this idealic setting. Travel back to a
distant place in time to share memories and the glories of the reign of
Elizabeth the First.
"...Celebrate the 1880's at a free public day on April 23, 2006. The weekend
will be filled with the bustling activity of 1880's life. Take a leisurely
self-tour of the historic 1864 residence. You can learn a Victorian Dance step
at a barn dance! Play hoops and tug-o-war or enter a sack race". Demos of
quilting, wood crafting and other skills. Live music
An Earth Day Faire with a Celtic Flair. (Formally Middle-earth
Festival) "Join us as we celebrate the vision of celebrated fantasy authors. If
you have an inkling of whom we speak, you will know that all tree spirits,
wizards, fauns, elves, fairies, dragons, short sturdy folk, pint-sized folk and
other mythical beings are welcome." Costumes welcome from fantasy to medieval.
"Enjoy the fun, food, music, entertainment, shopping and a
thought-provoking, educational, soul-satisfying celebration of Medieval
Times and Fantasy Authors. A special Earth Day area of green, eco-friendly
vendors and activities will be featured as we look to our future as
responsible Stewards of our good, green earth "
| Info:
http://www.medievalfantasyfestival.com/ or call (707) 451-2100
| April 17-18, 2010 |
| Downtown Vacaville (farther north than usual for this list, but a
fun event) |
| Free |
|
| Costumes of LOTR or any time encouraged. |
| info:
http://www.renfair.com/socal/
|
| April 4- May 17, 2009
| Weekends only |
| Note, shorter schedule, no
Memorial day |
|
| New Location as of 2005 - Santa Fe Dam Recreational Area, Irwindale
| 210 freeway, off on Irwindale Ave |
|
| Early bird tickets are on sale now. Different prices for
beginning weekend... check their site for details and coupon
opportunities. |
Experience life on an early California rancho. Visitors will
get a taste of what life was like for people living in the Southland during
the 1840s and '50s through music, historic house tours, visits with living
history characters, adobe-making and blacksmithing demonstrations, food,
family activities, and more.
Step back in time to 16th century life in the "Village of Wixonshire" on the shoes of Lake
Casitas. They recreate a 16th century European village by the lake,
rolling hills and canyons in Ojai Valley.
| Info:
http://www.goldcoastfestivals.com/ojairen/renpg1.html
| Tickets: $15, kids $7 |
| May 10-11, 2008 |
| Lake Casitas is located 12 miles inland from the city of Ventura via
highway 33 N. to
highway 150 and follow the signs. Ventura is on the central coast of
California 80 miles
NW of Los Angeles via highway 101 and 20 miles south of Santa Barbara |
| Leached pets welcome |
|
The Old Riverside
Foundation holds it’s Annual Vintage Home Tour, Restoration Faire and Vintage
Mercantile on Saturday The ticket price includes a self-guided home tour of 8
lovely examples of Riverside’s rich historic architecture including Riverside’s
Heritage House, celebrating 30 years of operation, 1 gratis raffle basket
ticket, along with a restoration faire including suppliers, artists and
craftspeople. The vintage mercantile will feature antiques and collectibles and
raffle.
| Info:
http://www.oldriverside.org/
| May 17, 2008
from 10 am until 5 pm |
| Ticket: $15
pre-sale / $18 day of tour |
| 1511 University Avenue, Riverside |
|
The Avalon Ball, a Swing Dance & Art
Deco Costume Ball
Join the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles to celebrate a glorious night of
dancing at the historic Art Deco Avalon Casino Ballroom on beautiful Catalina
Island--the same ballroom that played host to Benny Goodman, Glen Miller and all
the greats of the Big Band era.
Dance The Lindy Hop, Jitterbug, Balboa, The Charleston, Tango, Foxtrot, The
Waltz and much, much, amazingly much more! A grand night at the Historic Avalon
Casino Ballroom, Catalina Island. Music from Mora's Modern Rhythmists
Dance Orchestra. Master of Ceremonies, Maxwell DeMille
| Info: http://avalonball.com or
<detail>
310-659-3326
| Saturday, May 15 2010, 6-10pm |
| Tickets - $48 for the ball |
| At the Avalon Casino Ballroom on Catalina Island. See the
website for additional arrangements for staying over as well as
transportation links.
| A special express boat is arranged, but sells out early |
| Most hotels on the island require a two night stay, so book early
for the most options. |
|
| Mid-20th Century attire suggested but not required. Look at
old movies 20's-40's formal wear, military, vintage flare modern. |
|
The setting is the fictitious estate of the Baron Heinrich Von Lauffer,
located along the Rhine river (aka Santa Ana River) between Mainz and
Strasbourg. Each year the Baron invites the finest minds and most talented
actors to celebrate the coming harvest at his Barony of Koroneburg. The festival
celebrates the inventions and changes of the renaissance period.
| Info:
http://www.renaissanceinfo.com/riverview or 800-320-4736
| May 9 - June 14, 2009, weekends rain or shine, Includes Memorial Day |
| $18 / seniors, kids $15 |
| Crossroads Riverview Park, 14600 River Rd, Corona |
|
| Free parking, RV camping, pets on leash |
Civil War Reenactment. 2 battles a day. Visitors will have
a fist hand look at the sights and sounds of battle as well as a chance at
involvement in living history presentations in the camps.
How were crime and punishment handled in early Los Angeles? And how did
things change by the Roaring Twenties? Speak with living history characters
from the 1870s and 1920s to find out.
Hour-long tours are free, but reservations are recommended (space is limited
for each tour) and can be made starting February 14.
| Info:
http://www.homesteadmuseum.org/events/
| May 30-31, 2009
| 1-5pm, once an hour |
|
| Homestead Museum
| 15415 East Don Julian Road, City of Industry |
|
| Free—but bring spending money for food and shopping |
|
Join the Pirates by the lake! There will be battle re-enactments
and battles on the 'New Pirate' beach, court martial & court re-enactments,
stage shows, shopping and food, kids treasure hunts and more.
| Info:
http://www.bigbearrenfair.com/pirate/
| June 6-7, 2009, 10am to 6pm
| Tickets: $15 day / $26 weekend, see site for kids/senior/military
pricing |
|
| Big Bear Lake's North Shore
| Pedersen's Mill, 39115 Rim of the World, Fawnskin |
| Free parking and shuttle |
|
|
Great American Irish Fair & Music Festival. Includes an Ancient Tara
Village.
Social Daunce Irregulars
Grand Ball
| Info:
http://victoriandance.org/ , tickets $25, may be purchased on line.
Note: they also hold dance classes in advance of all balls. |
| balls:
| Summer Ball, June 13, 2009
| Thorp Church, Pasadena |
|
| Autumn Ball, November 28, 2009
| Pasadena Mason Hall |
|
| Spring Ball, March 6, 2010
| Pasadena Masonic Hall |
|
|
| To add to the ambiance, we suggest, but do not insist that our
patrons wear the formal attire or military uniforms (any nation) of the 19th
Century |
The Big Bear Valley Renaissance Society, Inc. and the Old Miners
Association are delighted to announce the 1800's Country Fair and Loggers
Jubilee at their permanent site on the north shore of Big Bear Lake!
Hosted in the lovely little town of Fawnskin, the event will showcase the
entire nineteenth century, including Victoriana, pioneers, the wild west,
old miners, loggers, and the American civil war. Come prepared to encounter
literary characters and authors, historical figures, shoot outs in the
streets, arrests and judgments from the "hangin' judge." There will be
period entertainment and games. The Loggers Jubilee competitions, featuring
everything from pole-climbing to tomahawk throwing to chainsaw events and
more, will be open to the general public.
While not all visitors come in costume, a great many do. The site will
be set up to cover both American Old West and English Victorian with
vendors and five stage's worth of entertainment of both as well as
performers
| Info:
http://www.fawnskinvictorian.com/ or (909) 585-7825
| Saturday and Sunday, July 18-19, 2009, 11am - 6pm |
| On day tickets $15, Kids 6-12/ seniors/ military, $12, kids under 5 free,
weekend passes available |
|
| Big Bear Lake's North Shore
| Pedersen's Mill, 39115 Rim of the World, Fawnskin |
| Free parking and shuttle |
|
A night of costumed dance and enchantment. "The LoJ Masquerade Ball is a
singular night of enchantment created each year as a celebration of inspiration
and fantasy. Lost within the borders of chaos and light, nobles dance within the
Faerie Court where legends take precious breath and dreams are born. . ."
Check out their website for more information, pictures of past events, and
links for costume ideas.
| Info:
http://www.labyrinthmasquerade.com/ ,
| Henry Fonda Music Box Theatre, 6126 Hollywood Blvd, LA |
| July 10 &11, 2009, Annual
| Expanded to two days now. |
|
| Costumers or Masks and Formal Wear are required.
| "This is a classical fantasy masquerade with modern influences. We're
named after the movie "Labyrinth" with David Bowie, but we relish
diversity. Be elaborate, be comfortable and be different. Your costume can
be from any genre. Fantasy, Medieval, Victorian, Goblin, Carnival, Faerie.
Imagination is encouraged." |
|
| Varying group plan dinners in advance, stay tuned for more info |
|
A weekend of adventure, discovery, and fun await you at the Homestead
Museum's celebration of the Roaring Twenties! Celebrate the Roaring Twenties
as you enjoy music, dance demonstrations and lessons, crafts, vintage
automobiles, historic house tours, and tasty food during BOTH days of the
festival, and note some of the special performers and activities that differ
from day-to-day.
Camp Hollywood Swing Camp -
National Jitterbug Championships
The world's largest Lindy Hop dance camp. Classes, evening events.
competitions and much more. Beginner to advanced.
| Info: www.sdrf.com or
619-589-5412
| August 2-3, 2008 |
| Morley Field in San Diego's Balboa Park. |
|
Set during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, the faire is a re-creation of an
English Summer Faire. Visit an exciting, vibrant village Faire. Experience
a joust, strolling entertainers, stage performances, handcrafts, food and drink,
Midsummer Fairy Forest children's area and the spirit of the days of William
Shakespeare and the Renaissance!
Travel back in time. Heard any good gossip lately? Two living
history characters from the 1920s will share the latest that they have heard
as they take you on a tour through La Casa Nueva.
Hour-long tours are free, but reservations are recommended (space is limited
for each tour) and can be made starting May 30.
| Info:
http://www.homesteadmuseum.org/events/
| August 29-30, 2009
| 1-5pm, once an hour |
|
| Homestead Museum
| 15415 East Don Julian Road, City of Industry |
|
| Free—but bring spending money for food and shopping |
|
The new Queen Mary Art Deco Festival, presented by the RMS Queen Mary
Foundation in association with the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles.
Period life music, lectures, silent auctions, Sunday brunch, tea, art deco
bazaar, special tours and more. Walking tours. Vintage car show. Art
Deco Ball includes a 4 course dinner and dancing to Mora's Modern Rhythmists.
The proceeds from all activities will benefit conservation and restoration of
the impressive collection of original art aboard the 1936 ocean liner.
International Talk like a Pirate Day
September 19. Check various group calendars for the extra
planned silliness
Renaissance Fest with a Pirate Flare at Lake Casitas
This event is a mix of Pirates and Steam Punk. Vendors, evening masquerade
dinner with a live performances with Abney
Park
During the day there's also the Pyro show.. The American Pride Tall Ship will be
broadsiding the Queen Mary. They're looking for participants... check the
website for more details on being scurvy.
| Info: http://www.pyratedaze.com
| September 19 & 20, 2009 |
|
| at the Queen Mary, Long Beach |
| $80 for the weekend, which includes the dinner and concert, $20 daily
tickles w/o the evening stuff. |
Buccaneer Days
"For that little bit of Pirate in each of us, join the Buccaneers
for a great day of fun. Don your best pirate attire for the costume contest and
compete in the Treasure Hunt for the Grand Prize. Enjoy great food and dance the
night away!"
| At Two Harbors, Catalina Island |
| October 3, 2009
|
Go to war medieval style! Also classes, performances, lots of
shopping, evening parties. Enjoy yourself in a simpler time.
MTHE is a family-oriented, educational atmosphere, celebrating the
history of those who have defended their civilizations throughout history.
Visitors are invited to walk through the camps of the participants.
See historic memorabilia, living history presentation, period battles and
demonstrations, historic vehicles and equipment.
MTHE is the largest time-line living history event west of the
Mississippi River. They have nearly one-thousand historical interpretive
specialists representing many different aspects of world history from
Ancient Rome, to Elizabethan England, to Colonial America and beyond. Their
timeline starts with the beginning of the civilized world and marches its
way through history to the current conflicts.
| Info:
http://www.marchingthruhistory.com/
| October 3-4, 2009, 9:30-5:30, ???????
| Main pass-in-review parade at noon. See site for full event
list |
|
| Prado Regional Park
| 16700 Euclid Ave, Chino |
|
| $7 per vehicle to enter the park |
|
Thrill to the tales of Edgar Allan Poe and Edward Gorey in an evening of
chilling drama presented by the actors of the Guild of St. George. More than a
dozen haunting works will be enacted throughout the moonlit grounds, including
“The Cask of Amontillado,” “The Tell-Tale Heart,” “The Raven,” “The Gashleycrumb
Tinies,” and “The Evil Garden.” Goosebumps guaranteed!
With the Guild of St George
Stagecoach Day / Fall Festival - Los Encinos State Historic Park
Los Encinos State Historic Park in Encino will host "Stagecoach Day"
celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the start of scheduled stagecoach
service in California. An actual stagecoach with horses, traveling the
old Overland Mail route (Ventura Blvd) from Campo de Cahuenga in Universal
City to Los Encinos and then to the Leonis Adobe in Calabasas. It is
scheduled to arrive at Los Encinos around mid day. The program at Los
Encinos will feature two 19th Century style bands, Victorian dancing, a
blacksmith, a telegraph office, children's games, tours of the restored 1849
adobe and participants in authentic Victorian costume.
Pack a picnic and stay the day--admission is free. Old West attire is
encouraged (no weapons please)
Dance to the Big Band music of Dean Mora and his Orchestra while you dine
at the award winning Cicada restaurant. Features a fabulous floor show
by the Satin Dollz Pin-up Dancers. Also included is an exclusive after
party at the art deco 1928 Oviatt Penthouse.
| Info:
http://www.cicadanightclub.com/ or 213-488-9488
| Sunday, October 25, 2009
| Cicada restaurant,
|
|
| Cover Tickets: $70 per person, $10 discount in Sept. Book
on-line. Limited tickets. $30 for the nightclub party only,
$40 at the door if not sold out.
| Dress code in
effect: early 20th century vintage (1920s through 1950s) or
contemporary evening attire (black tie and evening gowns). |
|
| Note: there is dining and dancing most Sundays, no cover. See
their website for their schedule and to make reservations for dinner.
You may also go just for the dancing. |
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For almost everything that goes on in LA related to fun and costuming, check
out Alley Cat Scratch's "Halloween
in LA" for the full list - Historic to Goth, Mainstream to X-treem!
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Costume & Historical Event Calendars - the big list...
Find even more over in the Other
Worlds Costume section. I've barely scratch the surface about the all
fun you can have... but why repeat here what the folks do for their groups.
| The Lively Arts Historical Association
(LAHA)
| Major resource site for places to do historical reenactment.
| Check their calendar
to find historical dances that occur every
few weeks in Southern California. Periods range from Renaissance
to 20's. Some will have dance classes, not all require period
costume. |
| Lots of
historical reenactment events (and training classes). |
|
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| Nocturne's Swing
Times
| The ultimate source in LA for Swing Dance. There's something
hopping almost every night. Their calendar
will even load into your palm.
| Dance classes all the time. |
| Even resources for hair. |
|
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| Dragonmarsh's
Fair Listings
| List of renaissance fairs, music festivals and more |
| Main emphasis is Southern California but also has some bigger events
from NoCal as well as Arizona and Nevada |
|
| No Quarter Given ( national listing)
Calendar
| Pirate events |
| includes Tall Ship tour listings |
|
| Tolkien Forever
| Calendar
for Tolkien Society / LOTR fans & Yahoo group
Calendar |
| Covers LA area |
|
| Renaissance Pleasure Faire though
out the year
| For other Fairs across the country, you can check their location map
off their main link. |
|
| Costume Society of America - Region
5
| Events calendar has links to numerous museums and their exhibit
schedule. |
|
| Society for Creative Anachronism - Kingdom
of Caid
| Local events calendar covers Southern California, Southern Nevada,
Hawaii and New Zealand |
|
| Gold Coast
Festivals
| A company (not a group) that sponsors a number of "history themed
festivals" in California.
| Includes Renaissance Faire, Pow-wows, Pirate Faire |
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| Renaissance Fairs
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| American Civil War Society - California
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If there's any events or event web pages you'd like to see linked here, please contact da
Cat at daCat@AlleyCatScratch.com.
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