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Evening Balls

Our evening Balls invite you to dress in your finest—whether that means silks and lace from a bygone era, imaginative themed costumes, or simply today’s more formalwear. With live music, elegant dances, and a mid-evening break for noshes and desserts, each Ball is a celebration of beauty, community, and delight. Our style of dancing is founded on English Country Dance and other types of historical dance, some dating back to the 1500s! At our Balls, you will dance to the music of talented musicians playing for us, creating a symbiotic, elegant and festive ball. ​Most who attend enjoy dressing to the theme, while others enjoy the atmosphere and revelry! We admire costumes though they are never required to attend.

Annual Favorites!

Outdoor picnic style
Spring or Autumn
October
December
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The Moonlight Summer Ball
The Colonial Ball
Danse Macabre - A Tuesday evening 'mini' ball!
The St. Nicholas Holiday Dinner & Ball !
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The Moonlight Summer Picnic & Ball

Our lovely outdoor picnic & ball! Themes have included Victorian and, more recently, a fun-filled Middle Earth theme!

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Danse Macabre

A spirited Halloween celebration held Tues pre-Halloween at Skandia Hall in Pasadena, bringing hauntingly themed dances, festive décor, and sweet treats!

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The Colonial Ball

Our Colonial Ball has also been held as an afternoon Tea Social, and even an afternoon picnic in the park! The evening ball allows for fun costuming and a more 'formal' vibe. 

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Celebrate the season with our St. Nicholas Holiday Dinner & Ball! A festive, elegant evening of fine dining, joyous dancing, and holiday cheer!

The Historical Tea & Dance Society is a 501c3 educational non-profit run solely by volunteers (EIN 81-3470376). We love to dance and to bring creative and fun dance events for all to enjoy!

Our mailing address:

The Historical Tea & Dance Society, P.O. Box 94497, Pasadena, CA 91109​

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