We return to Ashley Castle for a battle between the factions of darkness!
Phoenix Winter Fantasy Ball 2026:
Reign of Darkness
When night falls over the realm… the crown falters, the rebels gather, and whispers of forbidden magic stir. Reign of Darkness invites you into a world on the brink of upheaval… a place where alliances are fragile, secrets are currency, and every choice shapes the fate of the night.
Upon entry, guests will be sorted into one of three rising factions:
👑 Empyreans — the corrupted royalty fighting to maintain their glittering grip on power.
🗡 Rebels — assassins, the blades in the dark, determined to topple the throne once and for all.
🔮 Occultists — the veiled mystics who serve no crown and answer only to ancient, awakening forces.
For three hours, the venue becomes a living realm of intrigue and magic. Roam through candlelit corridors, uncover lore-filled scrolls, negotiate with roaming NPCs, complete faction-based quests, and engage in rituals that challenge your wit, loyalty, and courage.
As the factions gather their strength, every task completed, every alliance forged, and every ritual performed brings your side closer to dominance. The night ends in a dramatic reckoning, where one faction claims victory and reshapes the realm beneath the Reign of Darkness.
Step into the shadows. Claim your power. And rise as darkness demands.
A portion of proceeds from the ball will be donated to multiple animal shelters around the valley, including the Arizona Humane Society, Arizona Small Dog Rescue, MCSO MASH Unit, Saving Paws Rescue, & HALO Animal Rescue.
Must be 18+ to attend. Valid Gov IDs will be checked at the doors.
Tickets Sales Begin Dec 10th, 2025 @ 9AM PST.
When
December 11th, 2026
4:30PM - 11:00 PM
Where
Ashley Castle
1300 S Price Rd, Chandler, AZ 85286
(17 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor)
FAQs
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The dress code will be fantasy/cosplay black tie affair with a dark fantasy vibe. The more incredible and luxurious the costume, the better! :) During the evening, guests will be sorted into factions:
Empyreans (nobility/royalty)
Rebels (assassins/spies)
Occultists (sorcerers/magic users)
Feel free to use the factions as inspiration!
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When you first arrive, you will be checked in and IDs will be checked at the door as we will have an open bar. Then you will be ushered to the courtyard welcome mixer where there will be music, entertainers, and quests. After the welcome mixer & hors d’oeuvres, we will all have a buffet styled dinner in the ballroom, followed by a costume contest, then dancing with a live DJ.
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Tickets to the ball are $285 per person and will become available for purchase on December 19th, 2025 at 9am PST. A portion of all ticket sales will be donated to several different animal rescues around the valley.
A limited quantity of Early Access tickets will be available for $235 from 12/10/2025-12/15/2025! Regular priced tickets are $285.
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Yes! All tickets include the following:
- Entrance at 4:30
- Interactives & quests
- Entertainment throughout
- A keepsake invitation
- Event tshirt
- Open bar
- Hor d’oeuvres
- Buffet style dinner & desserts
- Photo ops & photography from the event sent 6-8 weeks afterA limited quantity of Early Access tickets will be available for $235 from 12/10/2025-12/15/2025! Regular priced tickets are $285.
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Yes! We will have hors d’œuvres, an open bar, a buffet styled dinner, and desserts.
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Tickets are non refundable. You may sell your ticket or transfer your ticket to someone else up to 60 days before the event. Tickets are not transferable to other events. We have also implemented a $30 admin fee for resale tickets.
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Authors
Authors
Calling all authors!
Submit your application to promote and sell your books or book merch at our event. Authors chosen to attend will receive a 6-8ft table booth with ZERO table fees. We look forward to meeting you and helping get your name out even more to our reading community!
Applications open May 1st, 2026
Merch Vendors
Merch Vendors
Calling all bookish vendors and merchandise creators!
Submit your application to promote your company & sell your products or merch at the fantasy ball. Vendors chosen to attend will receive a 6-8ft table booth with ZERO table fees. We look forward to meeting you and helping promote your business even more to our reading community!
Applications open May 1st, 2026
The Venue:
Ashley Castle
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