A fundraising masquerade to benefit the Clay Center & The Charleston Ballet.

Discover the mystery of the swamp and the magic of the French Quarter with Cajun cuisine, cocktails, live music and more on a bewitching night in the Big Easy. ** Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band & "the Prince of New Orleans piano," Davell Crawford. ** WV stringband, The Wild Rumpus. ** Open bar & Cajun cuisine prepared by Embassy Suites. ** Dazzling street performers. ** Performance by The Charleston Ballet. ** Tickets are required to attend Carnaval but not to bid online. ** Pre-register for the silent auction online and begin bidding now, or register with the help of one of our easy-to-spot volunteers at the event. ** Call Miranda Burr at 304.561.3521 for additional details. Single tickets are $175 if purchased in advance and $200/person if purchased at the door.

Black tie optional. Masks & costumes encouraged.