Barristers Ball 2022

Saturday, October 22 from 7p - 12a

Loews Hotel Philadelphia. Open Bar. Black Tie Optional.

Student tickets: $72

Guest tickets: $112

Non-Drinking Tickets: $52

The Summary

  • Date: Saturday, October 22, 2022

  • Time: 7pm-12am

  • Location: Loews Hotel Philadelphia, Millennium Ballroom (Mezzanine Level)

  • Food and drink: dinner stations, open bar

  • Ticket prices: $72 for students, $112 for guests, $52 for non-drinking students

  • Attire: Black Tie (Optional)

  • Other specials: Limited hotel room block available (more details to come)

  • Hype Week: a week of theme days building the excitement for Barristers’ Ball (week of Oct. 17-20)

Hype Week

What is Hype Week?

Hype Week is the first-annual excitement build-up week for Barristers' Ball! Each day, there will be a theme posted on the CSR website, Instagram, and On The Docket. To enter into the hype week raffle for each day:

  1. Follow @pennlawcsr on Instagram

  2. Post a photo / story and tag @pennlawcsr or use #barristershype2022

  3. Get entered for a chance to win a prize!

What are the theme days?

  • Monday, Oct. 17: Dress Like A Philadelphia Icon Day

  • Tuesday, Oct. 18: Twin Day

  • Wednesday, Oct. 19: Dress Like Your Favorite Case / Legal Concept Day

  • Thursday, Oct. 20: Class Color Day

    • 1L: Green

    • 2L: Blue

    • 3L: Red

    • LLM: Purple

    • ML: Yellow

Ticket Sales

What are ticket prices?

  • For students: $72 (includes open bar for majority of the evening, food, and drink)

  • For guests: $112 (includes open bar for majority of the evening, food, and drink)

  • For non-drinking students: $52 (includes food and non-alcoholic drinks)

What are the policies pertaining to non-drinking tickets?

For anyone purchasing a non-drinking ticket, you will not be able to get any alcoholic drinks from any bar throughout the event. Anyone caught passing drinks may be asked to leave the event. Please respect guests’ decisions not to drink, and do not inquire as to why students are not drinking. Regardless of drinking or non-drinking, guests must purchase the guest ticket option. 

What if I am unable to pay for a student and/or guest ticket?

Student Affairs generously sponsors the Equal Access Fund, which helps to subsidize tickets by 50% of their price. To ensure this fund is utilized responsibly, please complete the application only if you would not otherwise be able to attend Barristers' Ball. Equal Access Fund support applies only to student tickets, not to guest tickets. The link to the Equal Access Fund application is here.

How do I purchase a ticket, and how many tickets can I buy?

Each student will receive an individualized link to Cvent to purchase tickets on October 6 at approximately 8pm. Do not share this link. Students are permitted to buy at most one (1) student ticket and at most one (1) guest ticket from the Cvent portal. 

What are the limits on tickets?

Based on the size of the venue, we are proud to state that there is no limit on the total number of student tickets that may be purchased. However, there are limits on the number of guest tickets available to each class (based on class/program size). We anticipate the market for guest tickets working out through resale, but CSR reserves the right to modify guest ticket limits up to and including the day of the event.

How can I transfer my ticket?

CSR has created a resale GroupMe to manage a resale market. You must sell tickets at no more than face value (including Cvent fees). If you are caught attempting to sell a ticket for greater than face value, your ticket may be canceled.

Are refunds available?

Refunds are not available, and all sales are final. If you wish to sell your ticket, please do so through the resale GroupMe or through other means. 

Event Logistics

What time does the event start?

Barristers' Ball will begin at 7pm, and will conclude at 12am. Please come on time to make the most of the fun!

What should I bring on the day of the event?

You must bring two items:

  1. Your wristband or a digital copy of your ticket from Cvent

  2. Some form of government-issued ID (for international students, this could be a passport, or a state ID card)

We are not requiring either proof of COVID-19 vaccination or negative test for students or guests. Any language suggesting otherwise on ticket confirmation pages is legacy of past years’ requirements. However, if you have COVID-19 on the day of the event, please do not come, and please sell your ticket in the resale GroupMe or otherwise.

How do I get a wristband?

Wristbands will be distributed at 12pm-1pm and 3-4pm daily on the week of Barristers' Ball (Monday, 10/17 through Friday, 10/21). You are responsible for your own wristband once you receive it. If you cannot make any of these times, reach out to CSRPresident@law.upenn.edu to arrange a time.

What if I get COVID or am otherwise ill on the day of the event?

If you get COVID or are otherwise sick on the day of the event, please do not come. Make every effort to resell your ticket if you would like. Please do not risk the health of other students who are attending by showing up sick.

What is the dress code?

Dress code is black tie optional (e.g., tuxedo, suit, ball gown, etc.).

Is the venue accessible?

The Loews Hotel is an ADA Accessible venue, and elevators are available that lead directly from the street level / ground floor to the Millennium Ballroom. The entire event is contained on one floor, including the Millennium Ballroom and the lobby space immediately surrounding the ballroom. For any specific questions, please email CSRPresident@law.upenn.edu or call the venue directly at 1-800-235-6397. Please be aware that the DJ and the venue may use flashing or strobe lights during the event.

Food and Drink

Will there be an open bar?

Yes, there will be an open bar for most of the night. Please drink responsibly. When the open bar is not available, cash bars will be available for drink purchases. 

Will there be food served?

Yes, we will have passed hors d'oeuvres and food stations available throughout much of the evening.

What are the options available for guests with dietary restrictions?

When purchasing a ticket, you will be asked to indicate any dietary restrictions you may have (e.g., Kosher, Halal, gluten-free, vegan), and the venue will prepare food accordingly. All food will be labeled when compliant with various dietary needs. 

Will there be a Bar Review the week of Barristers’ Ball?

No, there will not be Bar Review the week of Barristers' Ball (Thursday, Oct. 20).

Miscellaneous

How do I access the hotel room block?

CSR has received a 10-room block at the Loews Hotel with discounted rates for students. The nightly rate on Saturday, October 22 is $195 + taxes and fees. If you are interested in the room block, please complete this form by Thursday, October 13 at 11:59pm. Raffle winners will be announced on Friday, October 14 in the evening.

How do I book a limousine to the event?

Philadelphia has several reputable limousine rental companies. We suggest you reach out to Trophy Limousine, Philadelphia Limo, or Philly Limo Rentals for quotes. CSR bears no responsibility for limo procurement, payment, or other liability.

Will there be parking at the venue?

Parking is available in the garage at the venue. Ticket prices do not include parking. Parking is to be paid out of your own pocket, but CSR has negotiated a $28 rate for parking at the Loews Garage in the hotel the night of the event, or $45 for overnight parking. CSR recommends taking ride-share services or utilizing SEPTA transit to avoid driving while under the influence.

How can I request songs?

Our DJ's will accept requests in advance. Complete this Google Form to submit requests. Be sure to check this Spotify playlist to see if your song has been added. It will be updated daily through October 21.