THE BALLROOM PRIDE BALL 2025
samedi 28 juin 14:00
→ 20:00
→ 20:00
Charly
Le Chalet Du Lac
Nouveau Chalet du Lac, 75012 Paris - Paris
Nouveau Chalet du Lac, 75012 Paris - Paris
Legendary Charly Gaultier-Brown Presents: THE BALLROOM PRIDE BALL 2025 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️✊🏾
June 28th / from 2 to 8pm / Le Chalet du Lac, 75012 Paris
Join The Ballroom Pride Ball 2025, a landmark celebration during this year's Paris Pride! This ball is all about our community's rights, victories, challenges, and aspirations. Together, we will make a powerful statement affirming our presence and influence because we are here and here to stay.
Tickets: https://ypl.me/GHA/t
Pack VIP: 500 euros including 10 free tickets, a VIP space with the best view, a private changing area, sweets, 2 liquors and dessert
Pride Table: 290 euros including 5 free tickets, a perfect view, sweets, 1 liquor and lollipops
THE CATEGORIES ARE
New Way – ABRACADABRA
At the 2025 Grammy Awards, Lady Gaga took a moment to show her support for the Trans community by saying "Trans People are not invisible". On the same day, she debuted the music video for ABRACADABRA. Dark pop is back baby. Bring it in a look inspired by this music video.
Trio Old Way – MÉNAGE À TROIS
There has been an increase in the number of throuples in the queer community. A throuple is a group of three people who have managed to find each other, love each other and find their balance. Inspired by a "ménage à trois", bring a team of three people with matching outfits to represent the Old Way.
European Runway – WELCOME TO THE RENAISSANCE
5 trophies: Beginners | MF | Big Boys | FF | Legendary
Beyoncé's "RENAISSANCE" album empowered queer people worldwide to embrace authenticity without concern for others' judgments. The album created a safe space and left a significant mark on many lives. Pride 2025 calls for showcasing that proud, bold, and confident spirit!
Bring it in a look inspired by the Renaissance Era.
All American Runway – PARIS OLYMPICS 2024
2 trophies: MF | FF
LGBTQ+ athletes shined at the Paris Olympics, including Alice Bellandi (Judo), Sha'Carri Richardson (Athletics), Tom Daley (Diving), Irma Testa (Boxing), and Jack Woolley (Taekwondo). This representation matters!
Choose any Olympic sport, add your fashion twist, and walk with pride like a professional athlete.
Fashion as a House – LGBTQ+ PRIDE FLAGS
Bring looks inspired by your favourite pride flag. Minimum three people per team.
Commentator vs Commentator – KEVIN JZ PRODIGY
“This is what I want to see!” Kevin JZ Prodigy is the voice that ushered the underground sound of Ballroom to global recognition, working with queens like Beyoncé and Madonna. From 10s to battles, you must remix some well-known chants by Kevin.
1. We must recognize the original chant and
2. We will discover your unique style for The Ballroom Pride Ball 2025. Your originality will be key!
MF Face – DISNEY
3 trophies: BQ | Transman | Legendary
The public proposal of Aladdin and Adam, two Disney Princes, during a live performance, provided a powerful moment of healing for many queer individuals who often felt unseen. It was also a moment that felt like a promise of a more inclusive future.
Pick your favourite Walt Disney character and bring it to life in your image to celebrate queer unions.
FF Face – QUEEN KEIONA
4 trophies: Women | Drag | FQ | Legendary
Mother Keiona Revlon is one of the Crown Jewels of the European Ballroom Scene. Starting her drag career in the ballroom scene as Keiona Lanvin, she has DOMINATED in Performance, Fashion, Lip-Syncing, Runway, and Face categories. Rising to prominence, she won the second season of Drag Race France in 2023, following her 2022 appearance on Legendary season three, and subsequently joined Danse Avec Les Stars in 2024. Known for her iconic looks across red carpets, magazine covers, television appearances, and Balls, create a look inspired by your favourite to pay homage to this legendary queen.
Bring it with your enlarged printed reference image.
MF Realness – SIDACTION
6 trophies: Pretty Boy | School Boy | Executive | Thug | Everyday | Legendary
The red ribbon symbolizes the fight against HIV/AIDS and is the logo of SIDACTION, an organization established over 30 years ago. SIDACTION funds scientific and medical research, as well as prevention and support programs for those affected by HIV.
Show your support by creating an all-black look incorporating a red ribbon, red tie, or red bow tie.
FF Realness – CARLA ANTONELLI
5 trophies: Drag | Jr FQ | FQ | Executive | Legendary
In February, Senator Carla Antonelli delivered a powerful speech on Trans rights in Spain. Pay homage to this Spanish actress, activist and politician by bringing it in a look with a red blazer and a white shirt.
Sex Siren – SEX WORK
7 trophies: Women | FQ | Drag | BQ | Catboy | GNC | Legendary
Tim Kruger (TimTales), a prominent actor and producer in the adult entertainment industry for two decades, passed away in March. In his memory, and to honour all the people we lost along the way, create a look featuring a slogan that challenges the stigmatization of sex work.
Body – HANDI QUEER
6 trophies: MF Models | MF Muscular | FF Fitness | FF Luscious | FF Models | Legendary
Lucky Love's powerful words, “I was born with no left arm. I am gay. I am effeminate. I know rejection. It doesn't scare me,” resonated deeply after his performance at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games opening ceremony. In celebration of Handi-Queer individuals worldwide, create an all-white look with your favorite sunglasses, inspired by his impactful performance.
Lip Sync – LOUD & PROUD
Ballroom Pride 2025 is your moment to shine! Select a track from the list below (studio or live), give us a production and lip-sync for your life! The judges will score your production after the performance and the best one will take the win. Make your moment!
ARIANA GRANDE – BREAK FREE
AZEALIA BANKS – ANNA WINTOUR
BEYONCÉ – COZY
DOECHII - ALTER EGO with JT
LADY GAGA - BORN THIS WAY
You’ll need to send your production track in before June 25th.
Baby Vogue – KNOW YOUR HISTORY
Hey baby voguers, a little history lesson: the reason we have Pride and the Ballroom Scene is because of the incredible Transwomen who fought for our queer rights. Let's show them the respect and gratitude they deserve.
For the Ballroom Pride Ball 2025, honour your favorite Legendary FQ from Paris by featuring her name and/or picture on a white top.
Twister – F*CK DONALD TRUMP! (FDT)
Trump's assault on LGBTQIA+ rights has been relentless. From eliminating trans passports and banning gender-affirming care to trying to erase transgender identities, his cruelty is downright scary but we are resilient. Let’s do what our masquerading ancestors did and reclaim our power. We are going to take his likeness and make him vogue the F DOWN!
Bring a look with Donald Trump's physical appearance!
Performance – THE CARNIVAL OF MARTINIQUE
7 trophies: BQ Vogue Fem | Drag | Transman | FQ | Tag Team Women's | Legendary
The island of Martinique comes alive during Carnival, a time when the queer community joyfully expresses its pride. This year’s themes were ovah:
Bandana party (Strictly monochrome, excluding white and black)
Miss France 2025 (Pink attire required, complete with crown, sash, and a black bob wig)
Menu McKoukoune (Red, yellow, and white striped design, no McDonald's branding)
PuNkekette (Entirely black with silver accents like chains and safety pins, embodying a seductive/BDSM aesthetic)
Select your favorite and bring it in an outfit ready to electrify the streets of Fort-de-France.
Es zot paré?
June 28th / from 2 to 8pm / Le Chalet du Lac, 75012 Paris
Join The Ballroom Pride Ball 2025, a landmark celebration during this year's Paris Pride! This ball is all about our community's rights, victories, challenges, and aspirations. Together, we will make a powerful statement affirming our presence and influence because we are here and here to stay.
Tickets: https://ypl.me/GHA/t
Pack VIP: 500 euros including 10 free tickets, a VIP space with the best view, a private changing area, sweets, 2 liquors and dessert
Pride Table: 290 euros including 5 free tickets, a perfect view, sweets, 1 liquor and lollipops
THE CATEGORIES ARE
New Way – ABRACADABRA
At the 2025 Grammy Awards, Lady Gaga took a moment to show her support for the Trans community by saying "Trans People are not invisible". On the same day, she debuted the music video for ABRACADABRA. Dark pop is back baby. Bring it in a look inspired by this music video.
Trio Old Way – MÉNAGE À TROIS
There has been an increase in the number of throuples in the queer community. A throuple is a group of three people who have managed to find each other, love each other and find their balance. Inspired by a "ménage à trois", bring a team of three people with matching outfits to represent the Old Way.
European Runway – WELCOME TO THE RENAISSANCE
5 trophies: Beginners | MF | Big Boys | FF | Legendary
Beyoncé's "RENAISSANCE" album empowered queer people worldwide to embrace authenticity without concern for others' judgments. The album created a safe space and left a significant mark on many lives. Pride 2025 calls for showcasing that proud, bold, and confident spirit!
Bring it in a look inspired by the Renaissance Era.
All American Runway – PARIS OLYMPICS 2024
2 trophies: MF | FF
LGBTQ+ athletes shined at the Paris Olympics, including Alice Bellandi (Judo), Sha'Carri Richardson (Athletics), Tom Daley (Diving), Irma Testa (Boxing), and Jack Woolley (Taekwondo). This representation matters!
Choose any Olympic sport, add your fashion twist, and walk with pride like a professional athlete.
Fashion as a House – LGBTQ+ PRIDE FLAGS
Bring looks inspired by your favourite pride flag. Minimum three people per team.
Commentator vs Commentator – KEVIN JZ PRODIGY
“This is what I want to see!” Kevin JZ Prodigy is the voice that ushered the underground sound of Ballroom to global recognition, working with queens like Beyoncé and Madonna. From 10s to battles, you must remix some well-known chants by Kevin.
1. We must recognize the original chant and
2. We will discover your unique style for The Ballroom Pride Ball 2025. Your originality will be key!
MF Face – DISNEY
3 trophies: BQ | Transman | Legendary
The public proposal of Aladdin and Adam, two Disney Princes, during a live performance, provided a powerful moment of healing for many queer individuals who often felt unseen. It was also a moment that felt like a promise of a more inclusive future.
Pick your favourite Walt Disney character and bring it to life in your image to celebrate queer unions.
FF Face – QUEEN KEIONA
4 trophies: Women | Drag | FQ | Legendary
Mother Keiona Revlon is one of the Crown Jewels of the European Ballroom Scene. Starting her drag career in the ballroom scene as Keiona Lanvin, she has DOMINATED in Performance, Fashion, Lip-Syncing, Runway, and Face categories. Rising to prominence, she won the second season of Drag Race France in 2023, following her 2022 appearance on Legendary season three, and subsequently joined Danse Avec Les Stars in 2024. Known for her iconic looks across red carpets, magazine covers, television appearances, and Balls, create a look inspired by your favourite to pay homage to this legendary queen.
Bring it with your enlarged printed reference image.
MF Realness – SIDACTION
6 trophies: Pretty Boy | School Boy | Executive | Thug | Everyday | Legendary
The red ribbon symbolizes the fight against HIV/AIDS and is the logo of SIDACTION, an organization established over 30 years ago. SIDACTION funds scientific and medical research, as well as prevention and support programs for those affected by HIV.
Show your support by creating an all-black look incorporating a red ribbon, red tie, or red bow tie.
FF Realness – CARLA ANTONELLI
5 trophies: Drag | Jr FQ | FQ | Executive | Legendary
In February, Senator Carla Antonelli delivered a powerful speech on Trans rights in Spain. Pay homage to this Spanish actress, activist and politician by bringing it in a look with a red blazer and a white shirt.
Sex Siren – SEX WORK
7 trophies: Women | FQ | Drag | BQ | Catboy | GNC | Legendary
Tim Kruger (TimTales), a prominent actor and producer in the adult entertainment industry for two decades, passed away in March. In his memory, and to honour all the people we lost along the way, create a look featuring a slogan that challenges the stigmatization of sex work.
Body – HANDI QUEER
6 trophies: MF Models | MF Muscular | FF Fitness | FF Luscious | FF Models | Legendary
Lucky Love's powerful words, “I was born with no left arm. I am gay. I am effeminate. I know rejection. It doesn't scare me,” resonated deeply after his performance at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games opening ceremony. In celebration of Handi-Queer individuals worldwide, create an all-white look with your favorite sunglasses, inspired by his impactful performance.
Lip Sync – LOUD & PROUD
Ballroom Pride 2025 is your moment to shine! Select a track from the list below (studio or live), give us a production and lip-sync for your life! The judges will score your production after the performance and the best one will take the win. Make your moment!
ARIANA GRANDE – BREAK FREE
AZEALIA BANKS – ANNA WINTOUR
BEYONCÉ – COZY
DOECHII - ALTER EGO with JT
LADY GAGA - BORN THIS WAY
You’ll need to send your production track in before June 25th.
Baby Vogue – KNOW YOUR HISTORY
Hey baby voguers, a little history lesson: the reason we have Pride and the Ballroom Scene is because of the incredible Transwomen who fought for our queer rights. Let's show them the respect and gratitude they deserve.
For the Ballroom Pride Ball 2025, honour your favorite Legendary FQ from Paris by featuring her name and/or picture on a white top.
Twister – F*CK DONALD TRUMP! (FDT)
Trump's assault on LGBTQIA+ rights has been relentless. From eliminating trans passports and banning gender-affirming care to trying to erase transgender identities, his cruelty is downright scary but we are resilient. Let’s do what our masquerading ancestors did and reclaim our power. We are going to take his likeness and make him vogue the F DOWN!
Bring a look with Donald Trump's physical appearance!
Performance – THE CARNIVAL OF MARTINIQUE
7 trophies: BQ Vogue Fem | Drag | Transman | FQ | Tag Team Women's | Legendary
The island of Martinique comes alive during Carnival, a time when the queer community joyfully expresses its pride. This year’s themes were ovah:
Bandana party (Strictly monochrome, excluding white and black)
Miss France 2025 (Pink attire required, complete with crown, sash, and a black bob wig)
Menu McKoukoune (Red, yellow, and white striped design, no McDonald's branding)
PuNkekette (Entirely black with silver accents like chains and safety pins, embodying a seductive/BDSM aesthetic)
Select your favorite and bring it in an outfit ready to electrify the streets of Fort-de-France.
Es zot paré?