Bowie Ball 2025 to Celebrate David Bowie’s 78th Birthday

It’s 2025, and time to celebrate individuality and creativity, qualities that David Bowie embodied throughout his life. On Friday, Jan. 3, the Metro will host Bowie Ball 2025, an event honoring the life and legacy of the legendary musician on what would have been his 78th birthday.

Bowie Ball invites fans to glam it up, dress like a dandy, and embrace Bowie’s unique spirit. The event will feature:

• DJ sets by Heaven Malone
• Mistress of Ceremonies Lucy Stoole
• Bowiesque drag and burlesque performances by Nico, Sally Marvel and Squid the Kid
• Special Club Bowie DJ set
• Glittery specialty cocktails
• Projection mapping
• And more

Event Details:

• Date:

  Friday, Jan. 3, 2025

• Time:

  9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

• Location:

  Metro, 3730 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60613

• Age:

  18 and older

• Tickets:

  $15 in advance; $20 day of show. Tickets are available at

  bowieball.com

  .

Bowie Ball was founded in Chicago by DJ Heaven Malone and has become a cherished annual event celebrating Bowie’s artistry and influence. Past Bowie Balls have marked significant milestones:

• In 2016, the event celebrated Bowie’s final studio album,

  Blackstar

  , just before his passing.

• In 2015, it coincided with the conclusion of the

  David Bowie Is

  exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art.

• In 2014, Bowie himself acknowledged the event as it announced the

  David Bowie Is

  exhibit.

• In 2013, the event celebrated Bowie’s return to music with his album

  The Next Day

  .

Bowie Ball 2025 promises a glittering celebration of creativity, individuality and the enduring legacy of one of music’s most iconic figures.

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