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Beauty Ball

THE DIVINE COMEDY

15 JAN 2027Bratislava

A journey from darkness to light.

Every journey begins in darkness.

A place where certainty ends and the desire to discover something new begins.

Beauty Ball 2027 unfolds a story inspired by Dante’s Divine Comedy – a journey through Inferno, Purgatory and Paradise.

One evening suspended between the earthly and the divine.
A world where art, beauty, fashion and fantasy converge.

Step into the story.

Alena Pallová

ALENA PALLOVÁ, THE VISIONARY

Beauty needs darkness in order to shine.

I am fascinated by light. Yet the more I reflect on it, the more I realise that without darkness, we might never truly see it.

This contrast lies at the heart of the Beauty Ball 2027 theme.

Dante’s Divine Comedy is a story of a journey. A descent into darkness, a search, a process of purification, and ultimately an ascent towards light. Yet it is not merely a story centuries old. It is something we all recognise.

We each carry our own shadows. Our own moments of doubt, searching and courage to move forward.

And that’s why I wanted this year’s event to be more than simply a beautiful evening. I wanted to create a journey that our guests could genuinely experience.

From the very first step into darkness to the moment Paradise reveals itself before them.

Because light is at its most powerful when we know darkness.

— Alena Pallová

Founder of IEM, IEM SPA Longevity Clinics,
the āla Palla cosmetics brand, and Beauty Ball

News

Beauty Ball 2026: Hundreds of People and a Programme That Evolved Until the Very Last Minute

12 FEB 2026

Guests at Beauty Ball 2026 experienced an evening filled with nobility, music and emotion. What remained unseen, however, were the hundreds of people and thousands of hours of work that stood behind every detail of this exceptional night. More than 400 professionals were involved in preparing the gala — from the production team, technicians, scenographers and lighting designers to sound engineers, stylists and backstage coordinators. The installation of the stage, lighting equipment and sound system within the historic Winter Riding Hall took several days and required precise coordination across all departments. The programme itself was not a fixed script. According to director Lukáš Kodoň, it continued to evolve until the very last moment. “The order of performances changed up until the final rehearsal. The programme was a living organism. Fitting so many exceptional performances into a single night is an endless creative process — and that is precisely what makes it beautiful,” he revealed. Each musical performance required its own lighting and sound setup, precise entrances and technical coordination backstage. While guests experienced a seamless and elegant evening, the backstage operated as a finely tuned mechanism where minutes truly mattered. You can read the full article here: 👉 eva.pluska.sk

CHARITABLE IMPACT

The beauty of an evening can extend far beyond its boundaries.

Charity has been an integral part of Beauty Ball since its inception. In 2027, we will once again unite an exceptional social occasion with meaningful support.

This year, Beauty Ball will support the Tereza Maxová Foundation for Children, which has long been dedicated to helping disadvantaged children grow up in safe and nurturing environments.

Because a journey towards light can also mean bringing light into someone else’s life.

Programme

WHEN & WHERE

15 January 2027
Winter Riding Hall, Bratislava Castle
Guest Arrival: 5:45 pm – 6:45 pm
Programme Begins: 7:00 pm

For one evening, the historic halls of Bratislava Castle will become the setting for The Divine Comedy.

From the very first step, guests will enter a world that gradually transforms before them, from the darkness of Inferno, through Purgatory, and ultimately into the light of Paradise.

Architecture, scenography, lighting, music and live artistic performances will merge into a single journey, culminating in the main Beauty Ball ballroom.

EVENING PROGRAMME

One evening. Multiple stages. Countless artistic worlds.

Beauty Ball 2027 presents a multi-stage programme unfolding throughout several spaces within Bratislava Castle.

Orchestral, vocal, dance and theatrical performances will create different dimensions of the evening, from the grand moments of the main programme to more intimate musical experiences.

PROGRAMME & ARTISTS

Tereza Mašková
Jozef Hollý
Mária Čírová
Cigánski diabli
Sisa Sklovská
River Park Dance School
West Bohemian Symphony Orchestra Mariánské Lázně

The Ballroom. The Lounge. Privé.

Three distinct spaces. Three atmospheres. One Beauty Ball.

The evening’s headliner will be revealed soon.

GUESTS & SOCIETY

An exceptional evening is created by exceptional people.

Beauty Ball brings together prominent figures from the worlds of culture, art, fashion, business, architecture, diplomacy and public life from Slovakia, the Czech Republic and abroad.

For one evening, people from different worlds gather in one place to share conversations, connections and moments that will happen only once.

600 guests. One evening. One extraordinary society.

SCENOGRAPHY, SPACE & ART

Three worlds. Three atmospheres. One journey from darkness to light.

Beauty Ball 2027 will bring the story of The Divine Comedy directly into the premises of Bratislava Castle.

Inferno. Purgatory. Paradise.

Each chapter of the evening will have its own visual identity, atmosphere and emotion. Guests will move through them progressively, from the dark entrance spaces, through the world of Purgatory, and ultimately into the light and grandeur of Paradise in the main ballroom.

The visual world of Beauty Ball 2027 is being created through a collaboration between two distinguished creatives:

Miroslav Horský – Scenography & Spatial Concept
Róbert Bartolen – Botanical & Floral Design

Scenography, lighting, architecture and vivid botanical installations will merge into one immersive environment in which the theme is far more than a backdrop.

It becomes a space through which guests will journey.

GASTRONOMY

Three spaces. Three culinary signatures. One evening of exceptional flavours.

The gastronomy of Beauty Ball 2027 will be as multi-layered as the evening itself.

The Ballroom, The Lounge and Privé will each feature their own culinary concept.

In The Ballroom and The Lounge, dinner will be served directly to guests, while Privé will offer an intimate fine dining experience.

LIVE GASTRO STATIONS

The evening will also feature three live gastro stations showcasing the culinary signature of all three gastronomic partners.

The gastronomic experience will be complemented by desserts inspired by the theme of The Divine Comedy, becoming part of both the visual and sensory story of the evening.

CHAMPAGNE, SPIRITS & WINE EXPERIENCE

A curated selection of premium wines, Champagne and fine spirits will accompany the evening.

BWD Selection – Champagne & Wines
EXIMIUS by Lovato

Tickets

Choose how you'd like to experience Beauty Ball 2027.

Beauty Ball 2027 will take place across several spaces within Bratislava Castle, each offering its own atmosphere and its own way to be part of the evening.

Choose from The Ballroom, The Lounge, and Privé.

per ticket, incl. VAT

The Ballroom

At the heart of the evening.

4 of 27 tables available

The Ballroom is the main hall of Beauty Ball 2027 and the setting for the central part of the evening's programme.

Grand Divine Comedy scenography, a live orchestra, a dance floor and the headline performances come together to create a truly spectacular ball atmosphere, right at the centre of it all.

Ballroom guests will enjoy a seated dinner at their tables, along with access to the other Beauty Ball experiences throughout the evening.

The Ballroom is the classic Beauty Ball at its grandest.

The Lounge

A more intimate atmosphere. An evening with its own rhythm.

5 of 15 tables available

The Lounge offers an alternative way to experience Beauty Ball, in a more relaxed, intimate setting with its own curated programme.

Live and unplugged performances, a dedicated bar and space to mingle create an atmosphere that unfolds alongside the main programme in The Ballroom.

Like guests in the main hall, Lounge guests will enjoy a seated dinner at their tables and be part of the shared Beauty Ball experiences.

A different space. A different atmosphere. The same Beauty Ball.

Privé

Privacy. Fine dining. The most intimate way to experience Beauty Ball.

2 of 15 tables available

Privé is designed for guests who want to enjoy the atmosphere of Beauty Ball in the company of their own party, with the comfort of a private dinner.

Tables will be set in separate historic halls of Bratislava Castle, which will be at guests' disposal throughout the evening as their own private base.

A fine dining dinner will be served in the private rooms, so guests can spend the evening in their own company while remaining part of everything happening at Beauty Ball.

They can watch the main programme in The Ballroom from the balcony of the main hall, with a view of the evening's key musical and staged performances.

Privacy, fine dining and the main Beauty Ball programme, all at your fingertips.

Interested in tickets?

Choose your space and the number of tickets, then send us your request using the reservation form.

Once you've submitted it, our team will get in touch to check availability for your chosen section and complete your booking, including billing details and payment.

Submitting the form is not a binding reservation or confirmation of ticket availability. Your booking is only valid once confirmed by Beauty Ball.

Use the reservation form

DRESS CODE

Black Tie & Black Tie Creative

Beauty Ball is an evening where fashion becomes part of the story.

The foundation remains Black Tie – timeless elegance and respect for the exceptional nature of the occasion.

For those who wish to go further, Black Tie Creative offers the freedom to interpret the theme of The Divine Comedy in their own personal way.

Inferno. Purgatory. Paradise.

Darkness and light. Drama, mystery, ethereality. Details, materials or silhouettes inspired by the world between the earthly and the divine.

The theme is not a costume. It is an inspiration.

One theme. 600 guests. 600 unique interpretations.

The organizer reserves the right to refuse entry without refund to guests who do not comply with the dress code.

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Beauty Ball 2026

Metamorphosis – a transformation given form.

The second edition of Beauty Ball was not a beginning.
It was a conscious transformation.

The theme Metamorphosis built upon the idea of Infinity and carried it forward — into movement, courage and a new form.
Beauty was no longer merely observed. It was experienced.

Beauty Ball 2026 became an evening in which elegance, art and emotion merged into one pulsating whole. Every detail carried the meaning of change — from the preparations to the final moments, when the night itself transformed into an experience.

Discover the moments in which vision became reality.

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Beauty Ball 2025

Infinity – the beginning that opened eternity.

The first edition of Beauty Ball opened the gate to a world where beauty becomes art.
The theme Infinity started a tradition that continues in 2026 under the symbol of Metamorphosis.

Relive the moments when the idea that turns night into experience was born.

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