MASQUERADE BALL
The Poetry Society of New York’s Fourth Annual Masquerade Ball
On October 3rd, 2026, join us in our ritual revelry & bacchanal!
Perhaps Dionysus was onto something when he created wine and a bit of ritual madness. In honor of the masked god and all his luminous frivolity, we’re raising our overflowing chalices to an evening of poetry, libations, celebration, and fundraising for the arts!
You can expect…
Typewriter poets
Tarot & astrology readers
Palmists & dream interpreters
Performances from prestigious poets, drag artists, & burlesque dancers
Live & silent auctions
Cocktails from our open bar
Interactive installations
And more...
Your donations will fund PSNY’s free-to-attend events, scholarships for workshops, and put money directly into the hands of working artists.
Tokens for Exclusive Experiences
Tokens are the house currency at The Poetry Society of New York’s Masquerade Ball! Use them to unlock enchanting offerings, from personalized typewriter poetry to love letters from the beyond: tarot readings, dream interpretations, palmistry, astrological insights, and more.
How It Works
Purchase your tokens at the event or in advance.
Each token grants access to one immersive add-on.
Present your token to the artist, reader, or performer of your choice.
Indulge in a one-of-a-kind experience crafted just for you.
Collect as many tokens as your heart desires and let the night unfold!
Our Venue: Pen + Brush
Pen + Brush is a 131-year-old nonprofit fighting for gender equity in the arts. They provide a platform to showcase the work of women, non-binary, and female-identified transgender artists and writers, with the ultimate goal of effecting real change in the marketplace.
All artwork is for sale—75% of sales go directly to the artist and 25% supports P+B’s work.