Behind the mask
For one night, no one is who they seem. We invite you into the hall of mirrors – to candlelight, dark wine and a string quartet playing things it really shouldn't. At midnight, the masks come off.
Until the doors open
Today is the day.
Tonight's oracle
Draw a card
One of three knows who you are tonight.
Tap a card
Your card is now in your reply too.
One small request
Black Tie & Mask
Black, velvet, lace, a touch of gold – and a mask to hide your face until midnight. No mask? There'll be some waiting at the entrance.
The night
From reception to unmasking
- 20:30
Reception
Dark crémant and oysters in the vestibule.
- 21:15
Dinner
Five courses by candlelight in the hall of mirrors.
- 22:30
The ball
A string quartet playing Radiohead. And waltzes.
- 00:00
Unmasking
At midnight, the masks come off.
- 00:30
The night
A DJ in the vaulted cellar until the candles burn out.
For the ball
Your darkest song
Which song belongs to this night?
Noted – your request is in your reply too.
- Danse macabreCamille Saint-Saëns
- Bury a FriendBillie Eilish
- Running Up That HillKate Bush
This is where we celebrate
The venue
Everything you need to get here.
Stadtpalais am Karlsplatz
Doors open at 8:30 pm
An 18th-century palais with a hall of mirrors and candelabras. Ring at the black gate – you will be expected.
Karlsplatz 7
80335 München
Are you in?
RSVP
Please reply by 15 October – the table in the hall of mirrors only seats forty.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to wear a mask?
Until midnight: yes. There'll be some waiting at the entrance if you don't have one.
May I bring someone?
If your invitation says “plus one”: absolutely – masked.
How do I get home?
From 2 am there'll be taxis waiting outside the palais. The cloakroom closes at three.