What’s the Theme for 2020?
Remember doors open at 7:00 PM at the Wonder Ballroom February 10, 2020. The Ball is over at 11pm so get there early!
Remember the Wonder Ballroom has a no-reentry policy. They do have a coat check.
Is there food at the Ball? What about beverages?
Right Bayou Food Cart will be in the parking lot at the Wonder. Although the Wonder has a no-reentry policy, you will be able to access the truck through the downstairs outside area. Of course there will be full bars available for drinks – consider bringing cash to speed up the lines.
Also, you can order food from Cliff’s – the restaurant under the Wonder – from your friendly bartenders. The food will be delivered upstairs to you.
I don’t know what to wear! What about a costume?
Mardi Gras season is really a time for flashy and outrageous costumes. Often participants design their costumes according to the Mardi Gras Ball theme. 2012’s theme was “They All Ask’d For You” – the Audubon Zoo song, leading to many zoo animal costumes. Also see some ideas on our Pinterest boards, and SmugMug.
Some ideas: Purple, green and gold are the colors of Mardi Gras, Fleur-de-lis are the symbol of Louisiana and it’s historical ties to France. Folks go bawdy with fishnets, corsets and petticoats, or classical in Marie Antoinette wigs and gowns.
Take a look at costumes from 2019 for Tableaux on Pirate’s Alley.
Here are some local costume resources:
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- Can’t forget Lippman Party Supply in inner SE for tiaras, shiny things, and tons of costume pieces
- Center Stage Clothiers across the river in Vancouver
- Metro Boutique on Hawthorne
- Top to Bottom has 2 locations in Portland – one north, and one a 82nd and Foster. Great prices on costume jewelry, shiny club clothes, tiaras, rhinestone masks, fun shoes, and inexpensive sportswear as well
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Where can I park?
Street parking is available around the Wonder Ballroom. We suggest using transit, cab or ride service
Where can I stay nearby?
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