Tickets and hotel reservations went on sale on Friday, Oct. 23, for the Queen Mary\u2019s New Year\u2019s Eve Glitz & Glamour Masquerade, which will culminate with a 15-minute fireworks show over Long Beach Harbor.<\/p>\n
The celebration will begin at 8 p.m. Dec. 31 aboard the historic ocean liner, with VIP guests admitted at 7 p.m., according to organizers.<\/p>\n
The event will draw on the ship\u2019s art deco heritage and Hollywood\u2019s golden age, with guests encouraged to dress up and wear masquerade masks. Live entertainment, music, dancing, cocktails and other activities will be offered throughout the ship\u2019s ballrooms, lounges and entertainment spaces, organizers said.<\/p>\n
\u201cLast year\u2019s masquerade celebration was incredibly well received, and we knew we wanted to bring that magic back while creating something fresh and exciting for our guests,\u201d Queen Mary Managing Director Steve Caloca said. \u201cOur Glitz & Glamour Masquerade takes everything guests loved about last year\u2019s event and elevates it with a new level of elegance, entertainment and surprises.\u201d<\/p>\n
General admission tickets start at $175, and include admission to the ship, strolling performers, themed entertainment, activities, a complimentary glass of champagne and fireworks viewing.<\/p>\n
VIP admission costs $295 per person, and includes early entry, a buffet dinner, a dessert bar, access to exclusive lounges and premium fireworks views, organizers said.<\/p>\n
The event is limited to people age 21 and older.<\/p>\n