La Salle’s 2026 prom was held on Saturday, May 16, at the Exchange Ballroom in Northeast Portland.

During prom, the majority of students spent their time on the dance floor, where there were food and drinks.

The doors to prom were open between 7:30 and 8:30 p.m., were closed for a period of time, and reopened at 9:30 p.m.

Before entering the dance floor, attendees had the option to check in their coats.

Senior Liam Darcy busts a move with his date on the dance floor.

Juniors Sammy Uicker, Isaiah Engelen, and Holden Kinman stand outside the Exchange Ballroom before entering inside for prom.

Prom had several refreshments for attendees to consume, including water and strawberry lemonade.

From left to right, seniors Henry Perrin, Abby Ludwig, Charlotte Robinson, Zach El Youssef, Cooper Eldon, and Kaitlin Carter made up the 2026 prom court.

According to Director of Community and Student Leadership Mr. Quinn Peoples, an external event planner was hired to help with prom, bringing the drapes and sign, among other things.

Juniors Jack London and Lila Kim pose in the venue lobby, just outside of the dance floor.

The original theme of prom 2026 was “Great Gatsby,” but after realizing that many other schools had the same idea, it was changed to “La La Land,” according to Mr. Peoples.

When the song “Low,” by Flo Rida played, students got close to the floor and sang along.

Seniors Kat Marks and Mackenzie Barrera pose for a photo as prom was winding down.

From left to right, seniors Makayla Phillips and Laura Brotherton, sophomore Beckett France, senior Aurora Platas, and alum Will Hambuchen ‘25 stand in front of the glass partition.