Our 2025 Convention is May 16th - 18th
The bubble Ball - May 17th
An Elegant 'Shell'ibration of all Things Mermaid
Enjoy an underwater themed extravaganza where we slip into a realm of elegant enchantment. The Bubble Ball will feature four hours of spectacular dance music, photo opportunities, delectable beer and wine selections and special performances. Enjoy an evening dressed in your most elegant Mermaid Attire - pirate, ocean creature or other nautical themes encouraged!
- Mermaid, Pirate, Sea Witch, Nautical, and Ocean Themed attire required to attend. We will also accept Black Tie and Formal attire
- Please bring your own reusable drinking vessel. We will also have a small selection of reusable drinking vessels available for purchase: the California Mermaid Convention strives to be eco-conscious and aware of the impact of single use drinking vessels.
- All ages are welcome to attend, please note that some costuming, performances or décor may be racy or otherwise sited for older audiences. Parental discretion is advised.
A portion of ALL TIPS at the bar, and a portion of ticket sales goes to 4 Paws to Freedom in Sacramento. Please bring cash to tip 4 Paws to Freedom <3
Ticket FAQ
- Saturday, May 17th from 7:30 PM to 11:30 PM
- Hagan Park Community Center
- All ages (parents please note that some costuming/performances may tilt toward alluring or frightening)
- $75: Ticket includes three drinks of choice. Additional non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase
* Wristbands will be worn to designate Guests under 21 years of age
*Tickets will Raise $10 on January 1st, and $35 on April 5th
the Pearl of the season - Costume Contest
Are you this season's Pearl?
Gentle Merfolk,
Do you embody the qualities and characteristics we hold dear as outlined in our Code of Conduct? Are you a Merperson who conducts themselves with the qualities of care for the environment, community, inclusion and magic through play? If you are, don your very best Merfolk attire for the Bubble Ball, and be considered to be crowned this season's 'Pearl'.
The Pearl can be anyone - no age requirement or gender association.
To enter, arrive between 7:30 PM and 8:30 PM while Mermaid Janessa plays the harp. Simply let our check in table know you would like to be considered, and they will direct you to the judges' table.
This year, we are giving special consideration to those who incorporate eco-friendly elements into their costumes. Consider upcycling that old prom dress, using salvaged items on hands to add some sparkle, and shop second-hand! Recycled, reused and reloved is key!
The lucky Mer who is deemed the Pearl will be given a sash, scepter, a prize basket from our vendors and entry into next year's convention.
Remember to conduct yourself with humility, kindness, grace and charm. Our team of judges will be watching our hopefuls during the duration of the Bubble Ball. What a scandal would arise if you were overheard or seen to be uncouth!
Best of luck, gentle Merfolk! We look forward to seeing our community shine bright in May.
Truly,
The California Mermaid Convention
Activities and Performances
DJ Lady Char
Athene Noctua - Tarot Reading
The Sacramento Sirens
We are so excited to welcome back DJ Lady Char to the Bubble Ball!
One of the Sacramento's most prominent and musically diverse DJ’s, with club residencies all over California and Nevada. Char travels all over the Bay Area on a weekly bases rocking dance floors with pride. Char has a strong love of not just playing music, but being an active part of the community and our youth. She is an open format DJ who loves to genre hop during her sets, offering each night as a musical journey to her followers.
Char takes pride in creating an unforgettable experience for all, in every event she takes part in, big or small. She hopes to move you with music, beats that touch your soul and make you forget about the daily stresses in life. Lady Char is all about love and positivity, she promotes equality and loves to support all those with like minds.
The Sacramento Sirens
Athene Noctua - Tarot Reading
The Sacramento Sirens
Sacramento Sirens Cheer Elite (SSCE), established in 2006, is Sacramento’s longest running charitable cheer team, and they are very happy to be making their 2nd appearance at the California Mermaid Convention!
They are a non-profit, coed, 18 and over team that performs dynamic stunt routines all over California to raise money to donate organizations that provide direct care services to people living with HIV/AIDS, cancer, leukemia, and other life threatening or life challenging conditions. This year they are donating all proceeds to Sunburst Projects that provides healthcare, meals, and mental health services to people with AIDS and their families that help care for them.
Athene Noctua - Tarot Reading
Athene Noctua - Tarot Reading
Athene Noctua - Tarot Reading
Athene Noctua, the Lady of the Owls, reads from the Tarot of Misdeeds, a deck she created herself for the League of Proper Villains, a local Steampunk social club. Lady Noctua has been reading tarot for over 30 years, though has only begun offering her services professionally in 2014 for select events and for private consultation. She reads regularly at Shannon McCabe's Vampire Ball and Mardi Gras parties and for Clockwork Alchemy.
Lady Noctua's tarot reading sessions are $20 for Bubble Ball guests, booked in person!
Rebel Aerial Artistry
Burlesque Performance by Psy-renn
Athene Noctua - Tarot Reading
They fly through the air with the greatest of ease! The talented Team at Rebel Aerial Artistry are brining their own special magic - flying fish have to be seen!
About Rebel Aerial
As an Instructor, Kat (Coach B) prides herself on safety and progressive training techniques, while making the language of aerial accessible to all levels. She strives to teach her students to find their own way in the aerial arts, as opposed to "cookie cutter" aerialists. Her workshops are thoughtfully composed with the goal of nurturing a passion for the art while also building the strength and endurance to advance. With presently over a decade of experience as a Firefighter and EMT, Kat is current with her safety certificates and oversees equipment installation, maintenance, and sanitization to ensure an environment where her students can fly in the safest possible setting.
Burlesque Performance by Psy-renn
Burlesque Performance by Psy-renn
Burlesque Performance by Psy-renn
Psy-Renn brings the ocean to life with a playful, sexy twist in a dazzling merman burlesque act! With quick wit, cheeky surprises, and irresistible charm, he mixes classic burlesque tease with unexpected humor, creating a performance guaranteed to leave everyone smiling and wanting more!
Mermaid Janessa on Harp
Burlesque Performance by Psy-renn
Burlesque Performance by Psy-renn
Relax and enjoy the first hour of the Bubble Ball while listening to Mermaid Janessa and her beautiful harp music. Be certain to enter the Pearl of the Season costume contest while Janessa is playing - when the music ends, so do entries to become the Pearl!
Mermaid Glimmer's Jellyfish Grotto
Mermaid Glimmer’s Jellyfish Grotto: A bloom of iridescent jellyfish hangs silently over the heads of viewers. The jellies are illuminated with animated lights, connected and controlled via a wifi network. The swarm appears to come alive as lights play through the jellyfish with a beautiful array of colors and patterns. The jellies whisper, shout, giggle, and glow through light animations, delighting the viewers who walk underneath.
The jellies will be installed at the Bubble Ball for the delight of our guest! You can see more of Mermaid Glimmer's work here.
Poseidon's Pub
Poseidon and his crew of sea sprites and pirates will be offering an assortment of delectable beer and wine options. Quench your thirst for a good cause; a portion of every drinking ticket purchase goes towards a small, Sacramento local animal shelter - 4 Paws 2 Freedom. Drink for the dogs!
Tacos International
Tacos International
We are so happy to welcome Tacos International to the Bubble Ball as our food vendor!
Plates are $18 with vegan options!
Photos from Past Bubble Balls
