The Downtown Arts District’s annual fundraising party, La Maschera, gets the royal treatment this year. The party features live music and dancing, a silent auction, and the requisite food, beer and wine. Dress up like royalty to enter the costume contest, or just marvel at the sumptuous decor.

7-11 p.m. Friday; The Abbey, 100 S. Eola Ave.; $50; orlandoslice.com.

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