The 21 Most Magical Moments From Louis Tomlinson’s Cinderella-Themed Ball 

The 21 Most Magical Moments From Louis Tomlinson’s Cinderella-Themed Ball

Louis and Liam Payne became real-life Prince Charmings for charity.

It’s a dream many One Direction fans have dreamt before: the boys they love pulling a Prince Charming and sweeping them right off their feet.

On Monday night (Aug. 10), that fantasy became a reality for a group of special, deserving and beautiful children who attended the Believe in Magic Cinderella Ball, a charity event hosted by Louis himself. The ball benefitted Believe In Magic, a charity founded by terminally ill teenager Meg Bhari that aims to bring happiness into the lives of other seriously and terminally ill children.

By all accounts, the evening was — for lack of a better word — magical. The National History Museum in London was transformed into a Cinderella-themed wonderland, and attendees were treated like real royalty. Luckily, all the sweet splendor was documented for us to swoon over, so without further ado, here are the 21 most incredible moments you need to see.

Louis brought a few special guests with him, including his One Direction brother-in-arms Liam Payne, who was suited up and looking perfectly princely.

Louis also escorted his mom, Johannah Deakin.

The stunning, picturesque venue basically looked like a castle.

The guests have started to arrive on the red carpet! It's going to be an amazing night! #BelieveInMagicBall pic.twitter.com/mgH2zzAJt4

— Believe in Magic (@believeinmagicx) August 10, 2015

Inside, the hall was decked out in candles and twinkling lights.

The @NHM_London is looking absolutely amazing tonight! #BelieveInMagicBall pic.twitter.com/HV6qjh1rf9

All the little girls were dressed up like royalty.

The ball gowns are on! Everyone is nearly ready for #BelieveInMagicBall! We so excited! ✨ pic.twitter.com/4ykJPtZeji

The princes and princesses made the grandest, most regal entrance.

All the kids made a huge entrance just like princesses & princes in movies This is so cute #BelieveInMagicBall pic.twitter.com/TBjueNVimW

Louis gave a heartfelt speech in which he praised Believe In Magic, calling it “totally inspiring” and “absolutely incredible.”

Ben Haenow, the winner of last year’s “X Factor” competition, performed an acoustic set.

Thank you to @Bhaenow for performing tonight! He did a surprise cover of Steal My Girl too! #BelieveInMagicBall pic.twitter.com/SdLhcKag6q

You've got something I need dedicated to Princess Eleanor #eleanorsvoice by @Bhaenow at the #BelieveInMagicBall pic.twitter.com/hypNWKDwPl

— Eleanor Stollery (@ERStollery) August 10, 2015

— hope // 13!!!!!! (@italicstyles) August 11, 2015

Liam getting his face painted at the #BelieveInMagicBall. Louis bid £10000 for this. pic.twitter.com/ahtB81Odk3

Niall Horan donated a signed guitar, which Liam auctioned off.

Niall donated his signed guitar which Liam presented & was sold for £6,500 #BelieveInMagicBall pic.twitter.com/u9ZFo5mbuX

— 1D Adult Fans (@1DAdultFan) August 10, 2015

Harry Styles also donated one of his shirts (hopefully one of his crazy printed ones!), and this lucky girl got to take it home.

UPDATE || This is the girl that bought Harry's shirt for $15,000 at the ball last night! pic.twitter.com/U3VyTJVdqB

Louis took a bunch of cute pictures with the kids.

Meet my #BelieveInMagicBall Prince – @Louis_Tomlinson x #SaveChloe #OneDirection #1D #BelieveInMagic @believeinmagicx pic.twitter.com/mC38sCHmfo

— ChloeBalloqui Appeal (@Chloeballoqui) August 10, 2015

Here is the Prince of the #BelieveInMagicBall @Louis_Tomlinson with Princess Eleanor. @onedirection #eleanorsvoice ✨ pic.twitter.com/cPbggf0irE

I've no idea who this is but it's one of the boys #BelieveInMagicBall pic.twitter.com/ybrXxCdR9T

Even the U.K. prime minister tweeted about the amazing event.

So proud of #PointsOfLight Meg Bhari for #BelieveInMagicBall with @Louis_Tomlinson creating magical night for seriously ill children.

— UK Prime Minister (@Number10gov) August 10, 2015

Directioners all over the world tweeted about how proud they were of Louis.

Im so happy this band constantly makes me more proud everyday to call myself a directioner #BelieveInMagicBall #ProudOfPrinceLouis

They also thanked his mom for raising a stand-up son.

@JohannahDarling thank you for raising an amazing son #ProudOfPrinceLouis he's always been amazing so Thankyou

And when the night ended, Louis reflected on the “fantastic” night.

Wow,what an incredible night! I hope Meg , Jean and my beautiful Mum feel very proud for creating such a fantastic night for everyone !!!

— Louis Tomlinson (@Louis_Tomlinson) August 10, 2015

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: it’s generous acts like this that’ll make Louis a stellar parent, and we’re happy to see him spreading so much magic and joy to those who need it.