Central London, London
Venetian Masquerade Themed Entertainment in City of London
Masked statues, mystery and old-world glamour for a masquerade ball. Booked across City of London and Central London, including Park Lane and Westminster.
Popular for Charity balls, Gala dinners, New year parties, Black-tie events

- Living statues
- Stilt walkers
- Champagne walkers
- Aerialists
- Fire shows
- Giant martini glass
- Can-can
- Mermaids
- LED performers
- Jazz & swing
- Gatsby nights
- Winter wonderland
Venetian Masquerade entertainment in City of London at a glance
Booking masquerade themed entertainment in City of London
WowActs books masquerade themed entertainment in City of London, Central London, 2 miles east of central London, covering the E1, E2, E8, N1, E1W, SE1, W1A and EC1A and nearby postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being The Brewery for up to 1000 guests.
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- County
- Central London
- Postcodes
- E1, E2, E8, N1, E1W, SE1 +33
- Location
- 2 miles east of central London
- Venues on our list nearby
- 12
- Largest nearby venue
- The Brewery, up to 1000 guests
Booking masquerade entertainment for a City of London event
Our City of London venue list covers 8 hotels and 4 event venues, and The Brewery can hold up to 1000 guests. We plan masquerade entertainment around the space you have, from arrival routes to where a showpiece will be seen best.
We cover City of London itself and the E1, E2, E8, N1, E1W and SE1 postcode districts, including Islington, Southwark, Bermondsey and Stepney, as well as nearby Park Lane, Westminster, Mayfair and Camden.
Unmask at midnight. A timed unmasking with the performers is a great new year moment.
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The line-up
Acts in our masquerade package
Pick one showpiece or mix several. Every act is styled to the theme.

Living Statues in City of London
Still, silent and stunning, until they move

Hosts & Hostesses in City of London
Themed meet-and-greet and guest hosting

Jazz Singers & Bands in City of London
Swing, jazz and roaring twenties vocals

Aerial Performers in City of London
Hoop, silks and freestanding aerial rigs

Stilt Walkers in City of London
Towering costumed characters that own the room

Themed Dancers in City of London
Charleston, showgirls and choreographed sets

Fortune Tellers in City of London
Tarot and palm readings for fun

Face & Body Painters in City of London
Glitter, gems and themed face art
How the night flows
A typical Masquerade line-up
Every event is different. This is a starting point we tailor to your venue, timings and budget.
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Masked statues in the entrance hall
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Hosts handing out masks to arriving guests
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Live music through dinner
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An aerial or dance moment after the speeches
How it works
Booking is easy
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Tell us about your event
Your date, venue, guest numbers and the feeling you want. A theme in mind, or just a blank canvas. It takes a minute.
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Get your line-up and quote
We suggest the acts that fit your space, timings and budget, and send one clear quote with everything included.
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We bring the wow
We plan arrival, set-up and timings with your venue and event team, then the performers do what they do best.
The guide
Planning a masquerade event in City of London: the complete guide
Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists
· Last updatedThe short answer
WowActs books masquerade themed entertainment in City of London, Central London, 2 miles east of central London, covering the E1, E2, E8, N1, E1W, SE1, W1A and EC1A and nearby postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being The Brewery for up to 1000 guests. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually.
Hand-picked
professional performers only
Fully themed
costumes styled to your event
Central London
every postcode covered
Corporate ready
briefed to your run of show
Single act or package
mix and match freely
One clear quote
usually the same day
What is in a masquerade package?
A masquerade ball is all about mystery: masked living statues, elegant hosts, live music and dramatic costumes that make guests feel like they have stepped into Venice.
It suits gala dinners, charity balls, new year parties and black-tie events.
Where it works best
The welcome
Masked statues in the entrance hall
The reception
Hosts handing out masks to arriving guests
Through the evening
Live music through dinner
The headline moment
An aerial or dance moment after the speeches
Tips from our team
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Unmask at midnight
A timed unmasking with the performers is a great new year moment.
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Go dramatic with lighting
Low, warm lighting and candles make masked performers look their best.
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Masks at the door
Hosts handing out masks gets everyone into the theme straight away.
Frequently asked questions
Which venues near City of London can host a large event?
On our list, The Brewery (up to 1000 guests), Park Plaza Westminster Bridge (up to 1000 guests), Grand Connaught Rooms (up to 500 guests) and Hilton Bankside (up to 500 guests) can take 400 or more guests. Tell us your venue and numbers and we will plan masquerade themed entertainment around the space.
Do venues around City of London have rules for performers?
Many hotels and country houses have rules on ceiling rigging, fire, access times and changing space. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check everything before we confirm.
How much do masquerade themed entertainment cost in City of London?
There is no fixed price. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually. Travel is part of the quote, and City of London is 2 miles east of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.
Which postcodes around City of London do you cover?
All of E1, E2, E8, N1, E1W, SE1, W1A, EC1A, EC1M, EC1N, EC1R, EC1V, EC1Y, EC2A, EC2M, EC2N, EC2R, EC2V, EC2Y, EC3A, EC3M, EC3N, EC3R, EC3V, EC4A, EC4M, EC4N, EC4R, EC4V, EC4Y, SE1P, WC1A, WC1N, WC1R, WC1V, WC1X, WC2A, WC2B and WC2R, including Islington, Southwark, Bermondsey, Stepney, Bethnal Green and Hackney, plus the rest of Central London and nearby Park Lane, Westminster, Mayfair and Camden.
Do you supply masks for guests?
We can arrange hosts to hand out masks. Tell us your numbers and style when you enquire.
Is masquerade only for black tie?
No. It works for black tie, but also for themed parties and birthdays with a more relaxed dress code.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can. Friday and Saturday dates in December and the summer months go first, often months ahead. Short notice is sometimes possible, so it is always worth asking.
Can the performers match our theme or brand colours?
Usually, yes. Tell us your theme, colours or brand guidelines and we will suggest the costumes and acts that fit best.
Do you work with our venue and event team?
Yes. We agree access, changing space, timings and any venue rules before the day, and work to your run of show.
Still have questions?
Tell us about your event and we'll come back with options.
Local to City of London
Venetian Masquerade entertainment across City of London and nearby
Postcodes we cover
- E1
- E2
- E8
- N1
- E1W
- SE1
- W1A
- EC1A
- EC1M
- EC1N
- EC1R
- EC1V
- EC1Y
- EC2A
- EC2M
- EC2N
- EC2R
- EC2V
- EC2Y
- EC3A
- EC3M
- EC3N
- EC3R
- EC3V
- EC4A
- EC4M
- EC4N
- EC4R
- EC4V
- EC4Y
- SE1P
- WC1A
- WC1N
- WC1R
- WC1V
- WC1X
- WC2A
- WC2B
- WC2R
We book venetian masquerade entertainment in City of London and every address in the E1, E2, E8, N1, E1W, SE1, W1A, EC1A, EC1M, EC1N, EC1R, EC1V, EC1Y, EC2A, EC2M, EC2N, EC2R, EC2V, EC2Y, EC3A, EC3M, EC3N, EC3R, EC3V, EC4A, EC4M, EC4N, EC4R, EC4V, EC4Y, SE1P, WC1A, WC1N, WC1R, WC1V, WC1X, WC2A, WC2B and WC2R postcode districts, including Islington, Southwark, Bermondsey, Stepney, Bethnal Green and Hackney. We also travel across Central London and the rest of London.
Also covering nearby
Venues near City of London
12 venues on our list are in or near City of London, mostly hotels and event venues. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers before we confirm.
Grand Connaught Rooms
Event Venue up to 500WC2B 5DA
Ballroom
View on mapGuoman Tower Hotel
Hotel up to 450E1W 1LD
Tower Suite
View on mapHilton Bankside
Hotel up to 500SE1 0UG
Ballroom
View on mapHilton Tower Bridge
Hotel up to 270SE1 2BY
Ballroom
View on mapThe Waldorf Hilton, Aldwych
Hotel up to 350WC2B 4DD
Adelphi, Palm Court, Ballroom
View on mapOne Embankment
Event Venue up to 200WC2R 2AB
Ballroom
View on mapRosewood London
Hotel up to 300WC1V 7EN
Ballroom
View on mapThe Brewery
Event Venue up to 1000EC1Y 4SD
Main Hall
View on mapInner Temple
Event Venue up to 250EC4Y 7HL
Main Hall
View on mapPan Pacific London
Hotel
View on mapThe Savoy London
Hotel up to 350WC2R 0EZ
Lancaster Ballroom
View on mapPark Plaza Westminster Bridge
Hotel up to 1000SE1 7UT
Ballroom
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Plan your masquerade event in City of London
Tell us your date, venue and guest numbers. We'll suggest a line-up and send one clear quote.