For instance, if someone had to go to the bathroom, she had to raise her hand and announce, “I need to visit my solicitor!” Then attendees would do a drum roll on the table as the person headed to the restroom, ahem, I mean solicitor. Since it is Mad Hatter’s party, what he says goes, so everyone must do ordinary things in an unusual way. Then, our gracious hosts emerged-Mad Hatter, Dormouse, and March Hare. Chandeliers dripped with teacups and teapots, flowers hung from the ceiling and sizable poker cards adorned the walls. There were brilliant pops of color and décor befitting a Wonderland gathering. All the more funny, it is originally a Middle English term translating to “testicles.” Now, do you get what I mean about naughty humor?Īfter a mechanical Cheshire Cat gave some insight on what to expect during the festivities, we were allowed into the main room. My husband’s headpiece was titled “Bollocks Bowler.” If you’re familiar with British slang, then you may know “bollocks” means “nonsense” and is also used as an expletive. It was a faux fur cap with snowflakes and icicles. I encountered a bit of trouble getting a couple to remain on my head, but finally got one that was labeled “Frigid Fellow” to stay put.

The room contained all sorts of colorful hats! No two looked the same, and each was named and decorated according to its name.

Guests in attendance were first led into a foyer and given a Drink Me welcome beverage that had absinthe. Anticipation filled me as I waited to enter what lies beyond the door. The show is inspired by Lewis Carroll’s “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” and “Through the Looking-Glass.” I have read and love both books, and enjoyed the Disney animated film as well as Tim Burton’s remakes of the classic tales. The event is 90 minutes of entertainment featuring delicious cocktails, naughty humor and, of course, characters the Mad Hatter, Dormouse and March Hare. Produced by Fever Labs, Inc., the Mad Hatter Gin & Tea Party is an immersive experience taking place in Hollywood, California. If the answer is yes, then you’re in for a charming time that promises to become “curiouser and curiouser” as it progresses. Check out this awesome review from one of Mad Hatter’s happy visitors, Jennifer Vasquez… Are you ready to take a trip down the rabbit hole?

Mad hatter gin and tea party