The Starlight & Shadow Fantasy Ball
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When: Saturday October 11th 2025
Where: Slot Zeist, The Netherlands
Age restriction: 18+ event
[SOLD OUT]
Get ready for a night of magic, mystery, and enchantment✨ Will you embrace the light or vanish into the shadows? The choice is yours…
Schedule
18:00 Doors open for Celestial Entry (VIP) Ticket holders *
18:00 – 19:00 Celestial Entry (VIP) Ticket holders can explore the whole castle and will have time for their guaranteed photo and video moments on the Ground Floor
19:00 Doors open for Starlight & Shadow Ticket holders *
20:00 Doors close & Fantasy Ball Opening
22:30 Goodie Bag Winners
22:35 Star and Shadow of the Realm (Best Dressed)
23:45 Vendor Market Closes
00:00 End of the Starlight & Shadow Fantasy Ball
Doors close at 20:00! We kindly request you to be on time. After 20:00, we will check every 15 minutes if guests are waiting in the entrance hall up until 21:00. If you arrive later, please send us an email.
The schedule may be subject to change. Photos will be available for download on our website after the event. Videos will be shared on our social media channels.
*Make sure to have your QR codes ready for a smooth and quick entry
Map
Quest
At Starlight & Shadow Fantasy Ball, you can embark on a magical journey through the castle, uncovering its secrets and encountering the immortal beings who dwell amongst you.
This interactive quest will guide you through Slot Zeist, where every floor holds a mystery and every shadow whispers a tale. Along the way you’ll not only unravel the realm’s hidden truths, but also discover more about yourself…
Go on the quest, during the Starlight & Shadow Fantasy Ball,
explore the castle and answer the call…
Help the realm of Shadow and Light to stop the oncoming forces,
to claim a token from our magical sources.
Drinks & Food
There are multiple bars around the castle, for unlimited drinks!
Bites & Canapés (no dinner) will be served during the Starlight & Shadow Fantasy Ball.
WOW Raffle
Enter the raffle for a chance to win one of the goodie bags filled with magical items from our vendors and Dress Art Mystery! Visit the WOW Booth for more information!
The more raffle tickets you buy, the more chances you’ll get to win one of the goodie bags up for grabs. We can’t wait to show you the prizes!
WOW Booth
Visit the WOW Booth at the Moonlight Market for Wishes of Wonder Events’ merchandise!
New merch alert: the WOW Fan and Art Print Observatrix designed by Jester Story!
Best Dressed
During the Ball, we will keep an eye out to find our Star & Shadow of the realm. 2 lucky Royals will be the chosen one. The Star will be crowned with a beautiful Dark Lemon crown, the Shadow will receive an amazing Cloak from Dress Art Mystery!
WOW Team
If at any time you need assistance, have a question or if you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, please go to a member of the WOW Team or one of the security guards. We are here to help!
Immortals
When you wander through the castle, you’ll also meet the Immortals (cast members). Don’t be shy, stop for a chat or ask them for a dance!
Performers
Visit the Mirror Hall to witness our incredible line up of performers:
We’ll have the talented String Duo: Javaplein, amazing vocals from Noa, and DJ Cornelius: the original bardcore maestro!
Vendors
Visit the Moonlight Market to find our incredibly talented vendors!
Workshops
Please arrive at least 5 minutes before your workshop time!
☆ Fantasy Ballroom workshop: Ground Floor, Celestial Ballroom
☆ Jewellery Workshop: 1st Floor, Drawing Room
☆ Potion Making Workshop: 2nd Floor, Moonlight Market
Location
Slot Zeist
Zinzendorflaan 1
3703 CE Zeist
Google Maps
What’s included**
Starlight & Shadow Ticket
☆ Access to more than 10 castle rooms and the castle garden from 19:00-00:00
☆ Open bar (Unlimited soft drinks, juices, beer and wine)
☆ Bites & Canapés
☆ Live performances
☆ Live music
☆ Immersive magical quest
☆ Professional dancers to give you tips & tricks
☆ Separate Lounge Area for some rest and relaxation
☆ Night Market with incredibly talented vendors
☆ An immersive event featuring characters from a celestial fantasy world
☆ Professional photographers & videographers (photos will be available for download on our website after the event, videos will be shared on our social media channels)
☆ Guarded cloakroom
Celestial Entry (VIP) Ticket
☆ Everything in the Starlight & Shadow Ticket
☆ 1 hour early access (from 18:00) to the castle and its more than 10 rooms and castle garden
☆ Guaranteed Cinematic Photo Opportunity – Photos will be available for download on our website after the event
☆ Guaranteed Cinematic Video Opportunity – Videos will be shared on our social media channels
☆ Receive a WOW Tote bag
☆ Free raffle entry
Add-ons & Workshops
To ensure everyone has enough space, only a limited number of spots are available for these workshops and add-ons
Fantasy Ballroom Workshop
☆ Learn a ballroom choreography from our professional dancers
☆ No dance experience needed, everyone is welcome
☆ Each workshop will be about 45 minutes
☆ To ensure everyone has enough space, only a limited number of spots are available
☆ Workshop participation is only valid in combination with a Ticket
Potion Making Workshop
[☆ A pinch of moon dust and a touch of passion… What would you make if you could create your own potion?
☆ Step into a Witches’ den and find out for yourself!
☆ Learn how to make your very own magical concoction in only 15 minutes!
☆ Take your magical potion home!
☆ To ensure everyone has enough space, only a limited number of spots are available
☆ Workshop participation is only valid in combination with a Ticket
Jewellery Workshop
☆ Create your very own beautifully beaded bracelet under the guidance of our expert, so no experience is needed!
☆ Create something to remind you of this unforgettable magical evening with your very own hands
☆ Each workshop will be about 30 minutes
☆ To ensure everyone has enough space, only a limited number of spots are available
☆ Workshop participation is only valid in combination with a Ticket
Royal Pampering [Add-on]
☆ Your ultimate Fantasy Hairstyle for the final finishing Royal touch
☆ A professional hairstylist will make your look complete at the venue
☆ Choose your favorite hairstyle from the collage and book your 30 min time slot in advance.
☆ Do you have a wig and/or crown you need help with? Bring them and our hairstylist will help you!
☆ Hair jewellery is also available on location!
☆ Limited spots available
☆ Only valid in combination with a Ticket
☆ Hairstyles to choose from:
– Curled half up half down
– Updo
– Braided half updo
– Fully braided
Physical Invite + Raffle Entry [Add-on]
[sold out]
The Physical Invite will be available for purchase on location
☆ Receive a physical invite to the Starlight & Shadow Fantasy Ball, which will be sent to your address
☆ Includes a free entry into our special raffle, giving you the opportunity to win one of the filled WOW Tote bags!
☆ Only valid in combination with a Ticket
The schedule may be subject to change
* Excluding booking, transaction and service fees. The sooner you book, the more you save!
** May be subject to change. Please note that it’s your responsibility to be on time for the workshops, add-ons and other special moments. We unfortunately can’t wait for latecomers and we won’t be able to offer a refund if you miss it.
When attending the Fantasy Ball you give permission for photos and videos to be taken of you.
The Terms and Conditions apply when purchasing tickets and/or attending the Fantasy Ball.