The Black Cat Ball is the Official Party of the International Edgar Allan Poe Festival & Awards. This year’s Black Cat Ball is a 75th Anniversary Diamond Gala & Gothic 1840s Dance Party, featuring after-hours access to the “Poe Death Exhibit" at Carroll Mansion and a cognac toast to Edgar Allan Poe!  Your most glamorous and gothic 1840s or 1940s dress encouraged. 

Diamond Gala ticket includes a Private Reception and Vincent Price-themed wine-dinner featuring some of the star's favorite recipes, with special guest, Victoria Price. Cabaret Dance Party & Valet parking included! $250 pp

General Admission is a Gothic dance party in the 1840s Cabaret! Ticket includes dessert & gourmet ice cream social, beer/wine bar, and entertainment, $75 pp.

Diamond Gala doors open 6:00 PM. Dance Party doors open 8:00.

The evening's entertainment includes:
Private Viewing & Reception including the "Poe Death Exhibit" at Carroll Mansion
Winners of the 2024 Saturday 'Visiter' Awards, presented by writer Mark Dawidziak.
1840s Cabaret Dance Party with special guest, Hannah Raven!
Cognac Toast to Edgar Allan Poe 
This party is 21+ over restricted; 100% ID Check!