When Villains & Vixens come to mind we think sultry, sexy, and of course a little deranged (all good dress codes are, aren’t they?)

To be in fitting with the theme we recommend:

• Following the colour palette & vibe of your House so you’re easily identified by your fellow gals & ghouls

• A full length gown is recommended to be fitting with the ball atmosphere, not not necessary if another vestment calls your name

• A pair of comfortable dancing shoes (no villain loves a blister)

• A small handbag to carry your personal effects (please leave your daggers at home)

• A warm layer that can be checked into the coat room

Can I bring weapons / LARP props?
Please leave your weapons at home, dear Villain! This is your night off after all (and we don’t want to scare the mortals working at the event…well, maybe a little)

Can I wear fairy wings?
Fairy wings are absolutely welcome, but consider your fellow guests and navigating the space with ease. Dancing with your fellow Villains will be tricky if your wingspan is…extensive.

Mansfield Traqauir House is conveniently located in central Edinburgh, meaning public transport, cabs and ubers are the recommended transport options.

We do not recommend driving as street parking is limited at the venue.

Mansfield Traquair House is an accessible venue, with ramps at the entrance and a lift down to the lower level and bathrooms. There are two sets of bathrooms on-site, both women-only.

Can I bring my boyfriend / husband / male of choice?
At the MCC we pride ourselves on curating womens only spaces, meaning now is the chance to leave your man behind and spend an evening in the company of glorious women from across the globe!

We take this pretty seriously at MCC, and there will be security at the event, so please leave boys at home (or in a dungeon somewhere)

How many tickets can I purchase?
There is a max of 2 tickets purchased per person. Tickets will be sent individually, you will not need to check in as a group.

What’s the refund policy?
Tickets to the V&V Ball are non refundable, but can be resold via a trusted ticket exchange website, Tixel.

How do I know what House i’m in and can I change houses?
When our registration portal opens in January, you’ll be able to pledge allegiance to the House of your choice. You’ll have until March til change your House choice.

Will there be a photographer?
We have 2 incredible photographers and a videographer roaming the event to capture the magic of the evening. Please feel free to approach our photographers to ask for a photo of you or a group of your fellow villains!

Photographs will be sent out in a digital gallery within 4 weeks of the event for you to download and share!

Can I attend by myself?
We actually recommend you attend by yourself! A certain kind of magic happens when you take the leap into our spaces and show up as exactly who you want to be (without anyone elses pre conceived notions of who you are!) Over 95% of our attendees are solo adventurers, we challenge you be part of that 95%.

Can I connect with other attendees before the event?
Absolutely! When your registration portal opens in January you’ll have access to a private chat room where you can connect with your fellow Villains & Vixens across the world!

What if I don’t live in Edinburgh?

Attendees from all over the world are welcome to join us - in fact we often have attendees from across the globe at our events!

How do I become an Armoury member?
You can join us right here! Our gates open again very soon…

Will men be on site at the event?
Whilst all MCC staff and attendees are women, we will have men on site for security, as part of our band and the venues catering and bar staff team.

Do I need to know how to dance?
Absolutely not! We have an incredible team of musicians and dance leaders to guide you through the dances. They’re simple, repetitive and ideal for a large group environment!

Are you LGBTQI+ friendly?

Absolutely! The Main Character Club and all of our events, photoshoots, and community spaces are fully LGBTQI+ friendly. We are passionate about creating a welcoming, inclusive, and empowering environment where everyone feels safe to express themselves and step into their main character energy.

Our events are designed as women’s-only spaces, and we warmly welcome transgender women and AFAB non-binary people who feel aligned with this kind of environment. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out, we want you to feel completely comfortable and supported!

Is the event wheelchair accessible?

Yes! Mansfield Traquair House is an accessible site with lifts available to access all levels of the event.

Will there be security at the event?
Yes, Mansfield Traquair House provide security to ensure the safety of all our attendees.

I have another question!

Fabulous! Please get in touch with us at team@scotlandmagic.uk