Winter Formal
??? Winter Formal, also called Winterfest or Queen of Hearts Dance, is a dance held by high schools in the United States. It takes place between Homecoming and Prom, usually between January and March [1]
It has many of the same characteristics as a prom, being a black tie dance event, with a DJ or band to play music, and catering service.
This dance is often provided to high school students as a school-sponsored event for the long period between Homecoming in Autumn and Prom in May. The influence of New Years Eve formal events and St. Valentines Day may peak students interest in holding their "own" dance during this time.
Stores and Internet sites have taken notice of this dance and offer specialty clothing and hair styling services for Winter Formals, primarily for teenage girls.
It is thought in some cases as a "pre-Prom"[2] and not held at the school. It might be held at a catering hall or ballroom facility. Students may use this event as a test case to see if their date has interest in continuing the relationship before committing to Prom.