Monaco’s most iconic social event, the Bal de la Rose, will return on Saturday, March 21, marking its 70th anniversary with a spectacular new theme inspired by space and imagination.
Held at the prestigious Salle des Étoiles within the Sporting Monte-Carlo, the evening will take place under the High Patronage of Prince Albert II and under the presidency of Princess Caroline of Hanover, who also serves as President of the Princess Grace Foundation.
This year’s edition, themed “Galaxy Rose Ball,” has once again been imagined by renowned designer Christian Louboutin, continuing his creative collaboration with the event. He is joined by visionary creator Benoît Miniou, bringing an artistic concept that blends innovation with fantasy.
For the occasion, the Salle des Étoiles will be transformed into an immersive galactic setting. Guests will be transported into a space-inspired environment, with the venue redesigned to resemble a futuristic spacecraft. The décor will feature changing light effects, colour-shifting “portholes” representing different planets, and a combination of sound design and laser displays designed to create a fully immersive experience.
The evening’s programme promises a rich and varied line-up of performances. Italian ensemble Rondò Veneziano will open the night, merging baroque elegance with contemporary sound. The stage will then be taken over by the legendary Crazy Horse Paris, known for its artistic choreography and visual spectacle.
Dance will remain at the forefront with performances from the Ballet Kalinka, celebrating traditional Russian choreography, followed by Berlin-based troupe Dulce Compania, who will present a striking performance on stilts in custom-designed costumes. International choreographers Céline and Cain Kitsaïs will also bring a visually dynamic performance combining dance and theatrical effects.
Music lovers can look forward to a nostalgic finale as Imagination, led by Leee John, pays tribute to British soul, jazz and funk. The evening will then continue with a DJ set from Josh Quinton, keeping guests on the dance floor well into the night.
Doors will open at 20:00, with a formal black tie and evening gown dress code. Tickets are priced at €1,800 per person, with proceeds supporting the Princess Grace Foundation and its ongoing charitable initiatives.
Blending glamour, creativity and philanthropy, the Bal de la Rose remains one of Monaco’s most anticipated events—this year promising a journey that is quite literally out of this world.