The Lord Mayor stands in his regalia in front of a dark wooden fireplace
Cllr Kalvin Neal was Lord Mayor for 2023/24

Rainbow Valentine’s Ball to return

The Lord Mayor’s Rainbow Valentine’s Ball is to return for the first time since the Covid-19 outbreak.

It will be held at The Guildhall on Friday 16 February 2024.

The event raises funds for both Pride in Hull with the Pride Prom and the Lord Mayor’s Charity Appeal Fund, which is this year supporting Hull4Heroes and Dove House Hospice.

The Lord Mayor and Admiral of the Humber, Councillor Kalvin Neal, said: “The Rainbow Valentine’s Ball is a wonderful event, which supports charities and good causes.

“We welcome everyone to dress fabulously and formal, but more importantly as themselves.

“It’s the first time we’ve been able to put on the Ball for 4 years, so we’re looking forward to having a really good turn out.”

There will be plenty of entertainment on the night, including a drag performance from the legendary Bobby Mandrell, and a special musical theatre performance from Hull’s State of the Arts Academy.

Legendary Hull drag performer Bobby Mandrell
Legendary Hull drag performer Bobby Mandrell

Andy Train will host, and DJ Ben Parry will keep the party moving, while guests will also enjoy a bar and buffet meal.

The Lord Mayor’s Rainbow Valentine’s Ball takes place at The Guildhall on Friday 16 February 2024 from 7:30pm-Midnight, with doors opening at 7pm.

Guest changing facilities and gender neutral toilets are available.

Tickets are £15 each, and are available from the Civic Office on 01482 615 093.