Event Dates
From: Tuesday, October 31, 2023
To: Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Philadelphia’s longest running Halloween tradition returns each year for more than 50 years with a spectacular array of costumes and guests!
Philadelphia’s longest running Halloween tradition returns each year for more than 50 years with a spectacular array of costumes and guests!
- Visiting Philly for Halloween? Stay close to Rittenhouse Square and Midtown Village, home to the city’s busy gay nightlife district. The Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia is rated “Fabulous” by guests with spacious rooms, a modern gym and close to the party.
The Ball
- One of the year’s most-colorful gay parties in Philadelphia takes place on Halloween night. Host and Antique Row jeweler Henri David has presided over this glorious bash since its humble start in 1968 — his costume is always the evening’s big reveal — although his guests’ getups certainly offer competition.
- Celebrate a night full of fantasy, horror, originality and of course, complete decadence.
- The party takes place at Sheraton City Centre Philadelphia from 9pm on Halloween night.
The Contest
- Contest at Midnight for: Most Hysterical, Most Original Couple, Most Sensual Fantasy, Most Horrifying, Most Believable Female Impersonator, Most Beautiful Female Impersonator, Best Celebrity Lookalike, Most Unbelievably Spectacular
The Venue
- Sheraton City Centre is a 5-minute drive or a 15-minute walk from the bars along Rittenhouse square.
- The hotel features spacious rooms, a modern gym and a great location.
Philadelphia Hotels
The following hotels are popular with our readers and are close to the city’s top attractions.
The Ritz-Carlton, The Bellevue Hotel, Cambria Hotel, Alexander Inn
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The Philadelphia Gay District or “Gayborhood”: The tiny Gay District is anchored by the tiny Colonial alley Camac Street (pronounced cuh-mack) and the quaint blocks near it, between Walnut and Pine streets
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The spacious rooms at Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia are decorated with warm colours and large windows facing the Business District. The marble bathrooms have a separate bathtub and shower. Guests can use the complimentary luxury soap and shampoo products.
On Avenue of the Arts, The Bellevue Hotel, offers accommodations housed in a historic building. The rooms and suites at The Bellevue Hotel, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt come equipped with Hyatt Grand Beds. Onsite shops include Tiffany & Co., Nicole Miller and Williams Sonoma.
Boasting a fitness centre & rooftop restaurant & bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around a 14-minute walk from Mutter Museum & around 1.5 km from National Liberty Museum. Free WiFi. Rooms features a microwave, refrigerator & coffee maker
The Alexander Inn is adorned with stained glass windows, detailed oak wood mouldings, marble tile floor patterns and framed artwork All rooms come with private bathrooms, in-room safes and views of the city. Some rooms at the Alexander Inn also have bay windows and seating areas.
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This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and a restaurant. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, an indoor pool, 2 bars/lounges, and a 24-hour fitness center are onsite. All 219 soundproofed rooms provide free WiFi, free wired Internet, and iPads. Flat-screen TVs with cable channels and Netflix
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a 24-hour fitness center and a bar/lounge. A manager’s reception is free. Additionally, WiFi in public areas, valet parking, and coffee/tea in a common area are onsite. All 230 rooms feature modern comforts like LCD TVs with cable channels, iPod docking stations, and WiFi.
A restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a coffee shop/café, a snack bar/deli, and a conference center are onsite. All 499 soundproofed rooms feature WiFi and iPod docks, premium bedding and coffee makers
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli. Other amenities include a 24-hour business center, a conference center, and valet parking. All 306 rooms offer free WiFi, wired Internet, and flat-screen TVs, minibars, premium bedding, and separate bathtubs and showers.