Red Jacket Ball

Saturday, March 14, 2026 | Calumet Theatre | 5pm 

Join us on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at the historic Calumet Theatre for the Red Jacket Ball—a formal gala marking the grand finale of Calumet’s sesquicentennial year. Step into the elegance of the early 1900s with vintage attire, graceful dancing, and timeless music in the beautifully restored Red Jacket Ballroom and auditorium. Celebrate the rich heritage of our village in an evening of charm, history, and community spirit.

What to Expect

• Elegant gala evening in the historic Red Jacket Ballroom and auditorium of the iconic Calumet Theatre, one of the nation’s earliest municipally-built opera houses (opened in 1900). 
• 1900s‑era attire encouraged—think vintage elegance and period charm that honor Calumet’s original name, "Red Jacket," and its rich turn-of-the-century heritage.
• ​Music and dancing in the spirit of a true turn-of-the-century ball—envision elegant waltzes, light classical or jazz arrangements, and nostalgic ambiance.
• Food and beverages - local catering and ballroom bar serving beer, wine, and spirits.