A Celebration Of Masks By Day... A Masked Ball By Night!

The most unique event in the country today! The Festival of Masks during the day showcases entertainers, jugglers, face painters, stilt walkers, puppet shows, and entertainment for children of all ages. At dusk, the event evolves for adults with a venetian-style masked ball. Not only is this a fabulous production but also a tremendous opportunity for vendors and sponsors to connect with a highly sought after youth market as well as an upscale adult demographic - all in one amazing event!

Turn back the clock, invite your imagination, and enter a magical world as the Festival of Masks comes to town!

Learn about the history of masks and create your own! An Old World festival packed with fun for all ages.

What is the Festival of Masks?

Come one, come all!  Enter a colorful world of masks and wonder, juggling stilt walkers and puppeteers, singers and songwriters. Dance to the lyrical styling of old world musicians and learn about the history of masks while crafting one of your own!

Join the imagination of hundreds during Story Hour, presented by elaborately costumed characters, weaving tales of wonder for all ages.  Then, continue on your journey and disguise yourself with your new mask creation for a unique experience as an artesian mask-maker teaches you how to use your masterpiece to tell a story of your own.

Watch in awe as skilled puppeteers bring their friends to life for a show unlike any other and learn the tricks behind mastering the art of juggling, tight-rope walking, mimes, and more! Nibble on tasty treats as you take a stroll down the famous Thieves Alley to shop for leather masks, handmade toys and so much more. But keep a watchful eye out for the town tricksters - trouble seems to follow wherever they go! Turn back the clocks, invite your imagination, and enter a magical world as the Festival of Masks comes to town!