XIII Presents: Halloween XIII - The Main Costumed Ball of Europe

The tradition of celebrating Halloween in Moscow began just six years ago. But even in such a short time, this night has become the main club celebration of the city. Moscow's Halloween is the only successful example of a mass carnival in Russia. The famous Halloweens at XIII set this tradition in motion. Six years ago, XIII was the only club in the city where costumed parties were held regularly. Naturally, the night before All Saints' Day, when dressing up in masquerade costumes was mandatory, was regarded by the club’s promoters as a professional holiday. Therefore, all of Moscow knew that the most vibrant and unusual shows on Halloween took place in the legendary mansion located at Miasnitskaya, 13. Over time, the popularity of the signature Halloween parties at XIII grew so much that those wishing to attend this carnival could no longer be accommodated in the club. It was then that promoters began to hold special off-site parties in the most unusual locations around the city. These shows consistently gathered audiences of 5,000 to 7,000 people. The last two Halloween XIII parties, held in the Atrium penthouse and the wine cellars of Prince Golitsyn, were deemed exemplary. These shows received prestigious Nightlife Awards (2002 and 2003). In 2004, Halloween XIII will be held at a unique venue – the Petrovsky Palace (Leningradsky prospekt, 40). This 18th-century palace seems to have been specifically designed for Halloween. It is the strangest and most frightening building in the city, built by the architect Kazakov at the behest of Catherine II. It was the last building in the chain of travel palaces where royal figures stopped during the long journey from St. Petersburg to Moscow. It is said that Napoleon stayed here in 1812.

The fantastic interiors of the Petrovsky Palace serve as natural decor for the main costumed ball in Europe. Among the invited guests are Kenny Dope, a member of the legendary DJ duo Masters At Work, Playboy's playmate DJ Keri, and the famous Hed Kandi, responsible for the music policy in the VIP Room.

WARNING! ENTRY ONLY IN CARNIVAL COSTUMES.

KENNY DOPE (MASTERS AT WORK)
They call themselves Masters At Work. And that says it all. For the last 15 years, Kenny Dope and Little Louie Vega have been the most influential figures in the world of contemporary dance music, true innovators of the genre. Their unique style, referred to by music critics as urban beat, has absorbed the best of popular styles over the last few decades. The music of Masters At Work showcases influences of house, Latin, street hip-hop, disco, and even jazz. This is the true soundtrack of modern New York, stylish music for the big city.

DJ KERI
She is called the "American answer to Sonique". DJ Keri is simultaneously a singer, producer, and DJ, and undoubtedly a true beauty queen. Her single No Tears received heavy rotation on major dance radio stations in Europe and America, as well as in the DJ bags of such authorities as David Morales and Erick Morillo. DJ Keri is also a professional fashion model – she has posed for magazines FHM and Maxim. In March 2004, she became "Girl of the Month" in American Playboy.

HED KANDI – VIP ROOM
Hed Kandi is one of the most interesting phenomena to emerge in club culture over the past decade. Hed Kandi is not just a label; it is a true lifestyle; very respectable, slightly wicked, and always incredibly glamorous. The Hed Kandi brand was founded in 1999 by promoter Mark Doyle. This highly experienced individual in the club business noticed that over time, people simply grow up, and standard house music becomes uninteresting. At the same time, this audience is not ready to give up their traditional club leisure. Mark proposed a special type of party for this audience – calm, social, and a bit nostalgic. Thus, the unique concept of Hed Kandi was formed, with the main motto being "life doesn’t end after 25."

October 30, 2004
XIII Presents: HALLOWEEN XIII - The Main Costumed Ball of Europe
Petrovsky Palace (Leningradsky prospekt, 40)