You're invited: Princess Chelsea's Midwinter Ball
Princess Chelsea's Midwinter Ball is scheduled for July 18th at Auckland's Civic.
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The Ball, titled Swords and Sorcery: Fantasy on The Big Screen, will be hosted by comedian Tom Sainsbury. Tāmaki Makaurau-based guests The Circling Sun & The Golden Axe will support Princess Chelsea & The Dream Warriors.
The event follows Nikkel's sold-out Twin Peaks-themed Midwinter Ball of 2024, which saw 650 people in attendance.
The Ball will include 'medieval sword fighting', portraits and prizes for the best dressed. Attendees are encouraged to dress up in fantasy attire.
Nikkel joins Tony Stamp live on Music 101 to mull it over.
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