ABOUT BENEVOLENT BALL
A message from the founder...
Fantasy has always been such an escape for me. From tv shows, movies, and books I have always found something calling me to a world outside of this one. A place where creativity, art, music, and great adventure thrived. I wanted to create a place for people like me who are craving time to be your most authentic selves.
The Benevolent Ball was started with not only the mission to host magical events, but to support the community programs that help art, music, literature, and great adventure thrive in our own world. The Benevolent Ball will donate 10% of its proceeds to a local arts & culture nonprofit chosen by the guests of that event.
Samantha Lorge
Founder & Event Planner
Nonprofit Support
10% of the Benevolent Ball proceeds will be donated to the nonprofit voted on by you. Voting will be conducted in 3 rounds concluding the night of the Benevolent Ball, and the winner will be announced at the event.
Voting will be done on the event's Facebook page and Instagram.
Round 1 - Votes to be submitted by August 31, 2025 - Narrow down to top 7
Round 2 - Votes to be submitted by September 30, 2025 - Narrow down to top 3
Round 3 - Votes to be submitted by 10:00 PM October 11, 2025 - Winner to be announced at the event!
Benevolent Ball: Elemental Courts General Admission
$125.00 USD
Benevolent Ball: Elemental Courts VIP Admission
$250.00 USD
Order of Events
Thursday, October 9, 2025
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12:00pm-6:00pm | Early Check-In
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Register for early check-in to receive:
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Your court gift
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Coupons for local shops, restaurants, and entertainment
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One free drink ticket to be redeemed at the Benevolent Ball
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7:00pm-11:00pm | Pajama Movie Night 7pm (Tickets Required)
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Meet up with other ball attendees at the Oshkosh Cinema. Come in your comfiest pjs, enjoy snacks and drinks, and enjoy a private movie screening. (Movie TBA)
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Friday, October 10, 2024
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10:00am-5:00pm | Early Check-In
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6:30pm-9:30pm | Boozy Book Club - Meet & Greet Event (Tickets Required)
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Meet up with other ball attendees for a special boozy book club night. Join us for wine, beer, and a grazing table while we discuss our favorite fantasy reads. Be entered for a chance to win a Special Edition Book Series. (Location and Giveaway TBA)
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Saturday, October 11, 2024 | Benevolent Ball: Elemental Courts
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5:30pm | Doors open for VIP Guests
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6:00pm-7:00pm | VIP Dinner
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7:15pm-7:45pm | Professional Photo for VIP Guests
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7:45pm | Doors open for General Admission Guests
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8:00pm-11:00pm | Benevolent Ball
*Those who do not register/attend early check-in will receive their court gift at the Benevolent Ball.
*Only those who pick up at early check-in will receive coupons and a drink ticket.
Where to stay
Discounted room block available at the Oshkosh Waterfront Hotel & Conference Center (0.5 miles from The Howard).
To make your reservations, please call 920-230-1900 or toll free at 855-230-1900.
Local Airports
Appleton International Airport (21.1 miles from The Howard)
Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (93.7 miles from The Howard)
Chicago O'hare International Airport (161 miles from The Howard)