Event

The Lightkeeper's Ball

Welcome to The Lightkeeper's Ball: A Time Traveler's Yuletide Celebration! It's our mission to create an annual gala to celebrate the creativity and ingenuity of our Steampunk and alternate history community.

The ball will be held in Grand Ballroom 3 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport on Saturday, December 13, 2014 from 8:00pm-2:00am.

This is an all-ages event from 8:00pm-11:00pm. After 11:00pm, the Grand Ballroom will be open to adults only. Our younger guests will be invited to join us in the "parlour" for gaming and conversation.

A few highlights of the ball include-

ENTERTAINMENT

Our main stage will feature The Nathaniel Johnstone Band from 9:00pm-10:00pm with DJ Jammin' Panda spinning the remainder of the night away. A bevy of beautiful, burlesque performers will be joining us post 11:00pm.

MERCHANTS

Not quite finished with your holiday shopping? Or perhaps want to indulge in a beautiful bauble for yourself? Join some of the most creative artisans in Seattle for an unforgettable evening!

DOOR PRIZES

Every admission comes with at least one opportunity to be entered to win a door prize. All prizes will be displayed inside the Parlour for your viewing pleasure. All prizes will be distributed after the Costume Contest at approximately 10:30pm. You must be present to win.

COSTUME CONTEST

At the stroke of ten, we'll have everyone interested in our costume contest join us on stage. All participants must register for the contest by 9:00pm. Prizes will be awarded in multiple categories.

ST. NICK

What would a yuletide celebration be without an appearance by St. Nick himself? Join us in the parlor for your chance to sit on Santa's lap and have your picture taken. Have you been naughty or nice?

PARLOUR GAMES

For those that would prefer a quiter environ, our parlour will be set up with a games to delight and entertain.

AND MORE

We are continually adding to our line-up so stay tuned as more enticing entertainments are added!