Vampire Prom
Costume prom night with swing dance lessons, raffles and gothic 1950s glamour, raising funds for The Bishops' House.
🩸 BOISE BELLES PRESENT "VAMPIRE PROM" 🩸
You are cordially summoned to Vampire Prom! Mortal souls and creatures of the night, grab your leather jackets and velvet gowns! We are twisting back the clock to an era of atomic style and immortal romance. Get ready to rock, roll, and bite. Dust off your finest vintage prom attire or gothic formalwear for a breathtaking evening of retro rhythm. Together, we will swing dance until the moon rises—all to raise vital lifeblood for a phenomenal cause.
The Evening's Agenda 6:00 PM | Early Access to the Pen: Ticketed guests for the Vampire Prom can show up early and get exclusive access to the Idaho State Penitentiary! Check in at The Bishops/ House and get your access pass to the Pen. Check out their exhibits and support our neighbors across the street. 7:00 PM | Doors Officially Open: Vampire Prom starts! 7:30 PM | Official Welcome: Get the low-down for the evening and explore the House!
7:45 PM | Swing Dance : Arthur Murray Dance Studios will give a brief lesson on the basics of swing, and the party goes on from there! 8:30 PM | Costume Contest : Throughout the evening, our judges will be roving the halls and will pick their favorites for the different categories. 9:00 PM | Raffles : All sales from raffles will go directly to The Bishops' House! Please support them and buy raffle tickets.
10:00 PM | Last Slow Dance: We will turn the lights down for one last slow dance with your eternal love, then turn into bats and fly away! 🗓️ When & Where Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026 Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Crypt: The Bishops; House, 2420 Old Penitentiary Rd, Boise, ID 83714 🍷 Support the Cause
Proceeds from ticket sales and the raffles will directly benefit The Bishops' House, a 501 (C)-3 nonprofit. Tickets: $35 per Cool Cat / $50 with Charcuterie Box add-on Dress Code: 1950s Prom Glamour meets Gothic Horror. Think poodle skirts in crimson, black tuxedos with fangs, or undead greaser style.