Kiki House of Furia Presents - The Fantasy Ball

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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

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Event & ticketing details

Accessibility

Auslan Interpreted
Wheelchair Access
Assistive Listening

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 directions

Train

Melbourne Central

Tram

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 diverse

WARNINGS

Strong language, Strobe lights, Smoke/haze, Long periods of standing

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