2025 Middle Earth-themed fantasy Moonlight Summer Ball & Picnic

September 7th • Victory Park, Pasadena

Beneath the whispering trees and a starlit sky, friends old and new gathered to celebrate the spirit of the Shire with music, merriment, fellowship, and an evening of joyful dancing.

✨A Wonderful Evening Together

Speak, friend, and enter...

For one magical evening, our volunteers transform the park into a welcoming corner of Middle-earth, where the simple comforts of the Shire meet Elven finery. Friends old and new gather beneath the trees to celebrate an unforgettable night of fellowship, music, and dance.

🦋 Dancing & Merriment

As twilight settled over the park, the dance floor came alive with graceful waltzes, lively dances, and spirited revelry inspired by the world of Tolkien.

Whether dancing every set or simply enjoying the music beneath the stars, the evening was filled with laughter, fellowship, and the shared joy of dancing together.

🧺 A Shire-worthy Picnic

Guests arrived with picnic baskets, blankets, and delicious feasts to enjoy beneath the trees before the dancing began. From simple Hobbit fare to imaginative Middle-earth-inspired creations, every table reflected the warmth, hospitality, and abundance that make gatherings in the Shire so memorable.

As any Hobbit knows, there's always time for another meal! Guests enjoyed our shared table of savory bites, sweet treats, and delightful nibbles worthy of Elevenses, where conversations flowed as freely as the laughter and everyone was encouraged to enjoy a taste of the Shire.

❤️ The People Who Made the Day Possible

Our callers!

Thank you to Darlene Hamilton, Cara King, Lindsay Verbil, and Renée Camus for leading us through an enjoyable evening of festive themed dances!

World Peas!

Brought their lively music to our corner of Middle-earth. Their spirited tunes drifted through the trees and kept the dance floor moving, adding just the right touch of Shire-worthy merriment to the evening.

Sound Engineer

Aaron Jamieson filled the shire with perfect sound for our music and dancing delight!

Decorations

A huge thank you to Kat Picket and our extraordinary team of volunteers for their spectacular work bringing Middle-earth to Pasadena! Their creativity and countless thoughtful touches transformed the park into our own little corner of the Shire.

❤️ And to everyone who attended...

Every smile, every dance, every conversation, and every helping hand contributed to making this a wonderful event. Thank you for being part of our HTDS community.

Until we meet again... happy dancing!

~ The Historical Tea & Dance Society