The venue for the event, Harmonie Club, also distanced itself from the fiasco, releasing a statement that clarified its role. According to the venue owners, Harmonie Club is a new facility in Detroit’s Paradise Valley area and is available for private or public events. However, they stressed that they had no direct affiliation with the promoters of the *Bridgerton* ball and were not involved in its planning or programming. Their involvement, they stated, was limited to providing the space and back-of-house support, while all event-related decisions were left to the lessees.

Despite the apologies from the organizers, many fans remained frustrated, with some questioning why such an event was poorly executed, especially considering the high ticket prices. Social media was flooded with complaints from attendees who felt cheated out of their money and their time. One fan shared an image of herself sitting on the floor of the venue, noting that she had paid $300 to attend the event only to be met with a dismal experience.

The ball's failure is now being dubbed a cautionary tale about the risks of themed events based on popular media franchises. While many fans eagerly attend these types of immersive experiences in hopes of reliving their favorite moments from a show or movie, the ball serves as a reminder that not all such events deliver on their promises.

As for next steps, Uncle N Me LLC indicated they were reviewing feedback and would soon communicate their plans to rectify the situation. They expressed gratitude for the “understanding and loyalty” of attendees but stopped short of offering concrete solutions. For now, fans are left wondering if they will receive any form of compensation or if the event will simply be written off as a costly lesson in unmet expectations.