Moonlight Ball

The Moonlight Ball presents The Clockworks Ball: a Steampunk/Victorian-themed event which will be held Friday evening, the 24^th of May, at the Airport Marriott Hotel, starting at 9PM.

Come out and revel in the alternate timeline that is Steampunk!

This year’s theme centres on the imagination of the Steam-powered Victorian era. There will be dancing (medieval and modern), games inspired by the power of steam, contests, and prizes. Your ticket also includes a light buffet of desserts, candy, and finger foods served later in the evening.

This year’s Grand Prize is a Steampunk Adventure Kit consisting of a quill set, leather-bound notebook, Steampunk goggles, Steampunk gun, and many other Steampunk-related items — all in a snazzy Victorian side bag. And remember: everyone who attends the ball is automatically entered in the draw for the Grand Prize, and the other great prizes. And, throughout the evening, you’ll get even more chances for tickets for the draw!

Moonlight Ball tickets are $35 each and are now available through online Pre-Registration. Only 400 Ball tickets in total are available. If any tickets are left over, they will be sold at the convention prior to the ball and at the door.

Pre-purchased tickets will be available for pickup Thursday at the Masquerade desk, and on Friday at the TCC beside the Con Aid desk. Please have some photo ID and your confirmation number. If you do not have photo ID, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it at least a week before the convention to make arrangements for ticket pickup.

If you have any questions, please contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

As this is a video dance, requests are now being taken. Please go to the Teahouse of the Maple Moon website and look under Masquerade and Cosplay events for full details. You are also welcome to put together and submit your own video for showing as part of our music, but remember to keep it danceable! Any questions regarding music can be sent to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it — but please note, this is for music only. Please see above for general questions.

Special Events and Requests

Over the last two years, we've had two marriage proposals (both accepted!) and people composing and submitting videos for their partners (for which we've received wonderful feedback and thank you messages). What will it be this year? If you have something special that you'd like to arrange for the Ball, please contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Shuttles

A shuttle bus will be running between the Doubletree, Sheraton, and Marriott hotels from 7:30 PM to 2:30 AM on Friday, the night of the Ball.

Bring your ticket or purchase confirmation and your Anime North membership badge with you on the shuttle. Your Anime North membership badge must be worn during the event. We will take ticket stubs and stamp hands for re-entry to allow guests to use the cash bar and washrooms located outside the Plaza Ballroom.

Dress code

Note: It is your responsibility to read the following dress code description. This is to make sure that your clothing complies. Don't be one of the people we have to turn away because of improper wardrobe!

The Moonlight Ball is primarily a costume ball, so we encourage attendees to come in costume, whatever that may be! Besides, you won't be eligible for costume prizes if you're not in costume will you now? Last year we were amazed by the calibre of dress and beautiful costumes that guests wore to the Ball. We offer attendees two choices in what to wear:

1. Costume
2. Formal/semi-formal attire

Some examples of attired which attendees should not wear:

Street-wear such as blue jeans, cut-offs, t-shirts, sweatshirts, khakis, or sport shorts. Sneakers, running shoes, sports sandals, dirty or poor condition footwear. People should refrain from wearing the following: "Strategically placed fur" costumes such as Lum or Felicia, bikinis, swimwear, or bikini-top costumes. Streetwear costumes, such as "L" from Deathnote or Winry from FMA, Left 4 Dead zombies, etc. However, all of these cases can be turned into a ballroom-style costume! Think of what the character would wear to a ball, or what you imagine that character to wear, or transform the outfit into a formal one -- seeing a zombie in a tux would be neat!

Remember, you'll feel very out of place wearing jeans and running shoes while surrounded by beautiful costumes and ball attire. After all, would Rikku really wear her bikini to a ball?

Note: While blue jeans are not acceptable, black dress jeans in good condition would be acceptable if paired with a dress shirt.

Please remember to exercise discretion and good taste if you plan to attend in costume, and keep in mind that this is a formal event.

Should you have questions about your outfit, please submit a description or preferably a picture to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

There will be a coat check available at the hotel for $2 per item. Large bags and coats can be checked so they don't weigh you down at the ball.

Photoshoot

Ever wanted the perfect picture to remember Anime North by? Look no further! At this year's Moonlight Ball, you and your group can get your photo taken in front of our stunning immersive Steampunk photoshoot. This year you will be able to sit upon the throne of the steam powered Victorian world with all your lords and ladies beside you. We are bringing back the option of getting your picture taken, printed, and framed to commemorate your fantastic night for only $5.

Video Contest

This year the Moonlight Ball is starting our Video Contest! Bring your camera to the Ball

Consider that you want to attend the Ball and you want as many people to come with you as possible. However, you need to convince them first. How do you go about doing that? You've decided that the best way is to show them a video of just how great it is!

Show us as many fun aspects of the Ball as you can, including you and your friends getting ready for it, and all the different events that we have. Show up with your video camera, take footage at the 2013 Ball and submit it. The winner will receive two free tickets to the 2014 Ball, along with some other great prizes. For questions and details, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Remember, you're trying to convince your friends to go with you!