Masquerade ball

A masquerade ball (or bal masqué) is a special kind of formal ball which many participants attend in costume wearing masks. (Compare the word "masque"—a formal written and sung court pageant.) Less formal "costume parties" may be a descendant of this tradition. A masquerade ball usually encompasses music and dancing. These nighttime events are used for entertainment and celebrations. 

For the Axel Rudi Pell album, see The Masquerade Ball. For other uses, see Masked ball (disambiguation).
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