Kiki House of Furia Presents - The Fantasy Ball
Image: by Jade D'amico
Midsumma’s first official ball arrives—Naarm is burning, Ballroom commands!
From Harlem to Naarm, Oceania’s houses light up the floor, battling across electrifying categories for the Grand Prize on this historic night of Ballroom culture.
The Fantasy Ball at State Library Victoria brings Ballroom and voguing culture into the grand surrounds of Queen’s Hall, hosted by Founding Mother Angel Furia and the House of Furia.
Featuring multiple categories, judges, DJs and performances – this night celebrates the artistry and community of Melbourne’s Ballroom scene: a space that champions expression, resilience and self-love.
Come dressed to impress, cheer on your favourites and witness the Library transform into a runway of joy, rhythm, and QTBIPOC excellence.
To make it in this world;
you must live your fantasy!
Book your tickets now.
THE CATEGORIES:
BEGINNERS PERFORMANCE: REALM OF THE FAIRIES ($250 & 1 TROPHY)
BIZARRE X BEST DRESSED: GODS OF CULTURE ($400 & 1 TROPHY)
TAG TEAM FF FACE & TM REALNESS: HAPPILY EVER AFTER ($800 & 2 TROPHIES)
FEMME QUEEN REALNESS: A FQ DEBUTANTE ($500 & 1 TROPHY)
EUROPEAN RUNWAY: OH MY ANGEL ($500 & 1 TROPHY)
FF PERFORMANCE W/ A REVEAL: ACTIVATE YOUR TRUE FORM ($500, 3 TROPHIES & 1 OVERALL TROPHY)
TAG TEAM PERFORMANCE: THE GOOD AND THE WICKED ($800 & 2 TROPHIES)
SEX SIREN: WHAT’S YOUR FLAVOUR ($1000 & 1 TROPHY)
Please note:
- This event may contain adult themes, strobing and flashing lights and loud noise – please check nearer to the event for content advisory.
- This event is for people aged 18 and over.
- Presented by State Library Victoria, Midsumma Festival and House of Furia, curated by Angel Furia
Event & ticketing details
Accessibility
Dates & Times
| WHEN | Sat 24 Jan 6:30pm |
| DURATION | 4hrs 30m |
Tickets
| FULL | $55.00 |
| CONC | $49.00 |
| 1ST NATIONS | $35.00 |
| EARLY BIRD | 15% off full price tickets on eligible events until 5pm 16 Dec 2025 |
| 3-SHOW | 10% off full price tickets when booking 3 or more eligible events in one transaction |
| COMPANION | Companion card holders are eligible to book an additional companion ticket - please contact [email protected] to arrange |
| BOOKING FEE | $5.25 per transaction (not per ticket) for ticket sales via midsumma.org.au or 03 9296 6600 |
Location
State Library Victoria - Queen's Hall
328 Swanston St, Melbourne CBD
Get directionsTrain
Melbourne CentralTram
Any Swanston St tram to stop 8 (Melbourne Central Station) | tram 30, 35 to stop 7 (Russell St/La Trobe St)Event notes
AGE GUIDELINE
16+
TARGET AUDIENCE
Trans & Gender Diverse, First Nations, QTIPoC, Culturally and linguistically diverseWARNINGS
Strong language, Strobe lights, Smoke/haze, Long periods of standing



