The Resistance Ball
Powered by BlaqOut in collaboration with Legendary Logik Garcon and Legendary Zodiacx Balmain in association with Ten Productions.
The Resistance Ball is a Mini Ball Deluxe—a vibrant, low-pressure, high-impact event that celebrates the richness of ballroom culture while welcoming newcomers and non-ballroom audiences alike.
Rooted in Black queer empowerment, cultural education, and community connection, this gathering creates a joyful, intentional space where creativity and self-expression thrive. Whether you're walking a category or cheering from the sidelines, you're part of the movement.
Come for the energy. Stay for the community. This is The Resistance—and you're invited!
Categories
All categories must incorporate a look inspired by themes of military, rebellion, protest, or resistance movements. This can include—but is not limited to—inspiration drawn from freedom fighters, the Black Panther Party, Stonewall activists, civil rights marchers, futuristic resistance fighters, the Black Lives Matter movement, or any expression that symbolizes personal or cultural defiance. Be bold, be intentional, and let your look speak truth to power!
Open to All Vogue - $500
The rebellion is in your movement. Show us a performance that embodies power, liberation, and defiance. Subcategories: Oldway, Vogue Fem, Women’s, Fem Queen, Drags, Twist, Legendary
Open to All Runway - $500
Stride like a revolution is in your step. Serve a look inspired by iconic moments of Black resistance. Subcategories: All American, Tall, Small, Women’s, Fem Queen, Drags, GNC, Legendary
Open to All Best Dressed: “Militant Chic” - $500
From revolutionary leaders to protest-ready couture, your look should embody defiance, power, and high fashion. Subcategories: Male Figure, Female Figure, GNC
Open to All Face - $300
The beauty of resilience. Pay tribute to figures who shattered barriers with grace and presence. Subcategories: Male Figure, Drags, Women’s, Fem Queens, Drags, GNC, Big Boys, Big Girls
Open to All Realness - $300
Passing through the world on your own terms is resistance. Honor those who lived authentically despite the odds. Subcategories: Schoolboy, Prettyboy, Thugs, Executive, Transman, Fem Queen, Drags, Fem Queen/Transman Executive, Big Girls
Open to All Sex Siren - $300
The power of body and confidence as a form of defiance. Bring seduction in a way that commands respect. Subcategories: Male Figure vs. Female Figure
Bizarre - $100
What does the rebellion of the future look like? Futuristic protest gear? Avant-garde war paint? Subcategories: Bizarre vs. Futuristic Bizarre
New Performance
You’re the next wave of resistance. Bring your best vogue with energy and confidence. (Under two years)
New Runway
The future of fashion-forward revolutionaries. (Under two years)
New Face
Young warriors stepping into their power. (Under two years)
Up in Pumps
Resistance—but make it heels! Militant glam or protest fashion, all in pumps.
Streetwear
What does rebellion look like in everyday fashion? Serve a militant streetwear fantasy.
Glitz & Glam
The Harlem Renaissance was an era of artistic resistance. Slay in a look that brings the era to life.
Open to All Body
The revolution must be televised. Show us what resistance looks like—wear a black, ripped T-shirt featuring a message on the front or back. Let your body become the broadcast.
Parking
Please note that limited parking is available in The BlaqBox parking lot, located on the east side of the building. The lot can be accessed from both Main Street and 36th Street.
In addition to the lot, street parking is available along 36th Street, Walnut Street, and Warwick Boulevard.
For a visual reference, please see the parking map below.
