***UPDATE***
Due to the current ongoing situation, Festival Ball has been officially postponed until further notice. This event will be rescheduled for no later than June 30, 2020. We will closely monitor the situation and evaluate recommendations from health officials. If it is still deemed unsafe to host public events, we may decide to cancel Festival Ball entirely. The HJJCC will make a final decision by April 30, 2020.
The evening begins with the Western phase. Queen Contestants deliver a prepared speech while wearing an evening gown. During the Eastern phase, Queen Contestants answer an impromptu question while wearing a traditional furisode silk kimono. The evening ends with the crowning of the 68th Cherry Blossom Festival Queen and Court.
Individual tickets and tables will be available until capacity is reached.