Photo Credit: \u00a0Samantha Moger<\/p>\n
Bethlehem, Lehigh Valley, PA, May 5, 2026 – \u00a0ArtsQuest<\/a>\u00a0invites you to enter a world of enchantment, intrigue and otherworldly elegance at its first-ever\u00a0Fantasy Ball<\/a>\u00a0taking place on\u00a0July 18, 2026<\/strong>, in the Musikfest Cafe inside the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks. From 7-11 p.m., guests will be transported into The Enchanted Garden where glowing lights, lush scenery and a touch of mystery set the stage for an evening straight out of a storybook.<\/p>\n Inspired by the surging popularity of fantasy realms filled with powerful courts, sweeping romance and mystical intrigue, this immersive evening offers a chance to step beyond the ordinary and into a night where fantasy becomes reality.<\/p>\n \u201cArtsQuest is always looking for new ways to bring people together through creativity and shared experiences, and the Fantasy Ball will provide an opportunity for fans to step into the worlds they love and connect, dance and enjoy a magical night!\u201d said Addyson Young, ArtsQuest Programming Manager.<\/p>\n Inside The Enchanted Garden, the Musikfest Cafe will provide a mystical setting filled with whimsy, and interactive moments designed to surprise and delight. Guests will be treated to an evening of dancing and live music with renowned dance caller Fiona Gillespie, along with a mesmerizing Cyr Wheel performance by Matthew Ossiander. Attendees can also explore curated vendors, see roaming performers, compete in a best-dressed contest, and enjoy specialty food and drink offerings inspired by the evening\u2019s enchanted theme. Don your most magical fantasy attire and step into the Enchanted Garden realm!<\/p>\n VIP Access includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n Bethlehem native Fiona Gillespie is a musician events creator, arts educator and country dance caller appearing everywhere\u00a0from Lincoln Center and St. John\u2019s Smith Square London,\u00a0to local barns,\u00a0backyards\u00a0and bookstores. She is the founder of Celtic band The Chivalrous Crickets, Makaris, an ensemble that specializes in recording historic Scottish repertoire, and Hearthsong Folk Arts, a Bethlehem, PA-based nonprofit that produces shows, workshops and gatherings dedicated to engendering community wellbeing by bringing folk heritage arts and culture into modern lives.<\/p>\n Matthew Ossiander has been using his Cyr Wheel for\u00a0nearly a\u00a0decade, performing,\u00a0busking\u00a0and making friends from San Francisco to New York City. Even though the wheel is often the star of his show, both Matt and the wheel are loyal dance partners. He sees his craft as endlessly developing. As with any part of life, there is always more to learn, even if the lesson is how to use a simple wheel. Matt hopes that you will enjoy watching and learning as he spins his heart out for you.<\/p>\n Tickets are on sale now at\u00a0artsquest.org.<\/a>\u00a0For\u00a0exclusive ticket access and advance purchase opportunities, become\u00a0an\u00a0ArtsQuest Member<\/a>\u00a0today.\u00a0This is an 18+ event<\/em>.<\/p>\n About ArtsQuest<\/strong><\/p>\n ArtsQuest’s<\/a>\u00a0<\/u>mission is to provide access to exceptional artistic,\u00a0cultural\u00a0and educational experiences, using arts and culture as drivers of economic development in our urban communities. ArtsQuest supports this mission through performing and visual arts, film, arts education and outreach, youth programming and a wide range of cultural events, anchored by signature venues and initiatives including its flagship event,\u00a0Musikfest<\/a>; the\u00a0ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL<\/a>, a centerpiece for the Valley’s artistic communities; the ArtsQuest Center at\u00a0SteelStacks<\/a>;<\/u>\u00a0and the\u00a0LVHN, part of Jefferson Health Turn & Grind Shop<\/a>,<\/u>\u00a0an adaptive reuse project expanding space for programming, festivals, private events and nationally touring exhibits. ArtsQuest welcomes more than 2 million people annually, with\u00a0nearly 40 percent\u00a0of its programs free to attend, and generated a regional economic impact of close to $193 million in 2025. ArtsQuest’s\u00a0Re-Imagine That! Capital Campaign<\/a>\u00a0<\/u>supports the continued growth of its mission to make the arts accessible for all.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Information provided to TVL by: <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Photo Credit: \u00a0Samantha Moger Bethlehem, Lehigh Valley, PA, May 5, 2026 – \u00a0ArtsQuest\u00a0invites you to enter a world of enchantment, intrigue and otherworldly elegance at its first-ever\u00a0Fantasy Ball\u00a0taking place on\u00a0July … Continue reading Fantastical! Join ArtsQuest for the First-Ever Fantasy Ball!<\/span> \n
\nBryn Keeney<\/p>\n