Dearest Gentle Reader...

You are invited to a ball!

Join us for a night of Regency-era splendor at Queen Charlotte’s Ball, an unforgettable evening inspired by Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton series. This special event will feature live music, dancing, period-inspired decor, and refreshments fit for royalty.

We are thrilled to announce that Julia Quinn herself will be our honored guest! She will give an exclusive talk during the event, sharing insights into her writing, the inspiration behind Bridgerton, and the legacy of Queen Charlotte.

Whether you're a fan of history, romance, or Regency glamour, this is your chance to step into the world of Bridgerton and experience the magic firsthand. Don’t miss this extraordinary evening!

What's Included:

• Enjoy a Regency-era Queen's Ball experience inspired by the popular series, Bridgerton.
• Special Event: From Quill to Screen: A Conversation with Julia Quinn, author of Bridgerton.
• Historical Costume Display and "Walk & Talk" program with textile & fashion historian and artist, Katy Werlin.
• Experience live music and performances provided by the talented Queens Chamber Orchestra, directed by Peter deVries.
• Explore original designs and garments crafted by the skilled students and faculty of the UNC Charlotte Costume Lab - more information to come!
• Put your best step forward during an interactive social dance workshop with Alex Brooks of the Gaston County Museum.
• Enjoy leisurely lawn games and the opportunity to design a personalized Calling Card perfect for impressing all your potential suitors (while supplies last).
• Dress to impress the Queen in our historical costume competition for a chance to win a signed special collector's edition of a book in the Bridgerton series!
• Take a stroll through several photo op spots fit for a Queen, or even the Duke of Hastings.
• Savor delicious charcuterie grazing tables and decadent desserts crafted by Graze Craze Charcuterie (while supplies last).
• What is a Ball & Banquet without a Bar - Special cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic refreshments will be available for purchase.

Queen Charlotte's Ball & Banquet: VIP Experience

Price: SOLD OUT

Get the full royal treatment with early access to Queen Charlotte's Ball and an exclusive VIP reception, including:

• VIP Meet & Greet and Book Signing with Julia Quinn
• Private reception with grazing tables, cocktails, and photo opportunities
• Access to all Queen's Ball activities, including the historical costume display and “Walk & Talk” mini-program with the designer, string quartet, lawn games, and costume competition
• Reserved seating at From Quill to Screen: A Conversation with Julia Quinn

Queen Charlotte's Ball & Banquet: General Admission

Price: SOLD OUT

Enjoy full access to Queen Charlotte's Ball & Banquet, including:

• Access to all Queen’s Ball activities: Bridgerton-inspired ballroom experience, dance workshops, historical costume display and mini-program, live music, lawn games, grazing tables (while supplies last), cocktails & refreshments, and costume competition
• Entry to From Quill to Screen: A Conversation with Julia Quinn

Queen Charlotte's Ball & Banquet: Banquet Attendee

Price: SOLD OUT

Interested in attending the Ball but not the author talk with Julia Quinn? This discounted ticket is the one for you! It includes:

• Access to Queen's Ball activities: Bridgerton-inspired ballroom experience, dance workshops, historical costume display and mini-program, live music, lawn games, grazing tables (while supplies last), cocktails & refreshments, and costume competition
• NO ENTRY to From Quill to Screen: A Conversation with Julia Quinn