October 31, 2026 · The Castle Event Center · 18+
Dark Harvest Masquerade Ball
9:00pm – 1:00am · Thornton, CO
Embrace the Mask
An Evening of Dark Elegance
Step into an enchanting world where elegance meets the eerie. The Dark Harvest Masquerade Ball is a true masquerade, held on Halloween night inside one of Colorado's most unique gothic venues. Live entertainment, dancing, and gothic glamour carry the evening from the first note to the last. Dress to impress, but don't forget your mask. 18+ only.
Before the Ball
The Macabre Market
From 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, explore our Macabre Market featuring incredible artists, makers, and vendors offering everything from spooky decor and gothic fashion to horror collectibles and handcrafted treasures.
12:00 PM
Doors
8:00 PM
Market Closes
Free
Admission
What to Expect
The Experience
Mask Required
A mask is required for entry. Bring your own, or have one painted on by our body painters.
Fine Attire
Fine attire is the dress code. Dress to impress for an evening of dark elegance.
Queens of Darkness
The Queens of Darkness return with spectacular performances at 10:00 PM and 12:00 AM.
Live Entertainment
Aerialists, magicians, and live performers of every kind throughout the night.
The Masquerade Begins
A Night in Four Movements
9:00 PM
The Masquerade Begins
The lights dim and the night transforms into an immersive celebration of live entertainment and dancing.
10:00 PM
Queens of Darkness
The Queens take the floor for the first of two spectacular performances.
12:00 AM
The Queens Return
A second performance carries the ball into the small hours.
1:00 AM
The Last Dance
Dance until the lights come up inside one of Colorado's most unique gothic venues.
Tickets
Choose Your Evening
Tickets are limited and prices increase after October 15. Halloween only comes once a year.
General Admission
Pre-Sale
Through October 15
$10
Online
After October 15
$20
At the Door
$25
VIP Experience
Pre-Sale
Through October 15
From $75
Online
After October 15
$100
At the Door
Not available
VIP Includes
- —Two complimentary drinks per guest
- —Exclusive VIP seating
- —Premium show viewing area
- —Access to the VIP-only bar
VIP Meet & Greet
VIP guests enjoy exclusive access to meet DarknessCon special guests, the Queens of Darkness, and featured performers before the festivities begin. Throughout the evening, many of the guests and performers will also be in the VIP mezzanine during the shows, giving you additional opportunities to mingle and enjoy the entertainment from the best seats in the house.
Looking for the ultimate experience? Reserved tables and bottle service are also available.
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The Castle Event Center
Thornton, CO
9:00 PM
Starts
1:00 AM
Ends
18+
Age