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Isle of Wight, South East

Venetian Masquerade Themed Entertainment in Cowes

Masked statues, mystery and old-world glamour for a masquerade ball. Available for Cowes, 73 miles south-west of central London, and every postcode in Isle of Wight.

Popular for Charity balls, Gala dinners, New year parties, Black-tie events

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Venetian Masquerade entertainment in Cowes at a glance

Booking masquerade themed entertainment in Cowes

WowActs books masquerade themed entertainment in Cowes, Isle of Wight, 73 miles south-west of central London, covering the PO31 and PO32 postcode districts. There are 1 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Southampton Guildhall for up to 600 guests.

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County
Isle of Wight
Postcodes
PO31, PO32
Location
73 miles south-west of central London
Venues on our list nearby
1
Largest nearby venue
Southampton Guildhall, up to 600 guests

Cowes venues and masquerade entertainment

Our Cowes venue list covers 2 event venues and 1 hotel, and Southampton Guildhall can hold up to 600 guests. We plan masquerade entertainment around the space you have, from arrival routes to where a showpiece will be seen best.

We cover Cowes itself and the PO31 and PO32 postcode districts, including East Cowes and Whippingham, as well as nearby Newport, Ryde, Fareham and Portsmouth.

Unmask at midnight. A timed unmasking with the performers is a great new year moment.

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Free, no-obligation quotes. Most enquiries take about a minute.

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.

  1. 1

    Masked statues in the entrance hall

  2. 2

    Hosts handing out masks to arriving guests

  3. 3

    Live music through dinner

  4. 4

    An aerial or dance moment after the speeches

How it works

Booking is easy

  1. 1

    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.

  2. 2

    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.

  3. 3

    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 Cowes: the complete guide

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Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

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The short answer

WowActs books masquerade themed entertainment in Cowes, Isle of Wight, 73 miles south-west of central London, covering the PO31 and PO32 postcode districts. There are 1 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Southampton Guildhall for up to 600 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

  • Isle of Wight

    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

  1. 1

    Masks at the door

    Hosts handing out masks gets everyone into the theme straight away.

  2. 2

    Unmask at midnight

    A timed unmasking with the performers is a great new year moment.

  3. 3

    Go dramatic with lighting

    Low, warm lighting and candles make masked performers look their best.

Frequently asked questions

Which venues near Cowes can host a large event?

On our list, Southampton Guildhall (up to 600 guests), Portsmouth Guildhall (up to 496 guests) and Grand Harbour Hotel (up to 400 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 Cowes 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 Cowes?

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 Cowes is 73 miles south-west of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Cowes do you cover?

All of PO31 and PO32, including Isle of Wight, East Cowes and Whippingham, plus the rest of Isle of Wight and nearby Newport, Ryde, Fareham and Portsmouth.

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.

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Local to Cowes

Venetian Masquerade entertainment across Cowes and nearby

Postcodes we cover

  • PO31
  • PO32

We book venetian masquerade entertainment in Cowes and every address in the PO31 and PO32 postcode districts, including Isle of Wight, East Cowes and Whippingham. We also travel across Isle of Wight and the rest of South East.

Also covering nearby

Venues near Cowes

3 venues on our list are in or near Cowes, mostly event venues and hotels. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers before we confirm.

  • Portsmouth Guildhall

    Event Venue up to 496PO1 2AB

    Ballroom

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  • Grand Harbour Hotel

    Hotel up to 400SO15 1AG

    Ballroom

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  • Southampton Guildhall

    Event Venue up to 600SO14 7FW

    Ballroom

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Plan your masquerade event in Cowes

Tell us your date, venue and guest numbers. We'll suggest a line-up and send one clear quote.

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