Salem’s got Balls
Written by Glen Hughes on October 21st, 2008 No Comments
The closer we get to Halloween the more the events ramp up. This year one long standing event is moving to another new location while a new event looks to be a more financially desirable alternative.
The Vampires Masquerade Ball
The Vampires Masquerade Ball
Having long been the premiere event of the Halloween season this ball has moved from venue to venue and this year is descending upon Finz Seafood restaurant on Salems wharf.
It should come as no surprise to anyone that since October is Salem’s busy month, bars and restaurants jack their prices up through the roof for anyone wanting to book space to hold an event. Many of the restaurants that have function rooms are delusional and think that people will bang down their door wanting to have a wedding there in the mist of all the spookiness. From what I have been told, it is due to this and some changes in the organization structure of the Vampire Ball that so much talk about the specifics and price of this event has occurred. I an assure you that as of today tickets for the October 25th Vampire Masquerade Ball are still available on their website for $95.
This is a “dress to impress” event with a $500 cash prize going to the person with the most provocative costume. DJ Addambombb will be spinning the tunes, Black Cat Burlesque will be shaking their stuff and Finz will be supplying some hors d’oeuvres. Local clothier Fools Mansion usually does a fashion show at this event, however as of yesterday when we spoke with them it was unclear if that was going to happen. We will let you know when we hear any news.
The DARQ Gala
DARQ Gala
For those of you who want to save $75 but still put your leather, rubber or pvc on, the unlikely standout of Salem’s club scene, DARQ held at the Bangkok Paradise has upped their game (and price) for a great event and fine alternative to the Vampire Ball. The DARQ Gala also held on October 25th, will feature NYC Industrial Artists Terrorfakt and DJ/Project Tonikom. If you are not familiar with their music go check out their myspace pages at the links provided – we’ll wait. Your host Vudu DJ will also be spinning tunes through out the night.
A strict dress code will be inforced. Wear your goth/industrial/fetish best because this week even basic black and your $20 cover (usually $5 but this is how it goes for special events in October) might not be enough to get you into this industrial Gala.
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