Marine Corps Ball 2023
The 2023 Marine Corps Ball event ticket sales are closed. For any questions, please email GySgt Diep or SSgt Tumulak.
To those who purchased a ticket: event details are listed below as a reminder.
Venue Address: Westin Grand Frankfurt Hotel
Konrad-Adenauer-Straße 7
60313 Frankfurt am Main
Schedule of Events and Notations
5:00pm: Attendees begin to arrive at the Westin
5:45pm: Ceremony begins
Note: Entry into the ballroom will not be permitted during the ceremony; please arrive promptly.
6:30pm: Dinner begins
10:00pm: Event ends, guests depart
Arrival Notes:
Starters:
Beverages
Your ticket includes all drinks for the evening except liquor, which must be purchased at the bar.
Attire
Questions?
Any questions leading up to the event can be sent to TumulakRB@state.gov or DiepD@state.gov.
To those who purchased a ticket: event details are listed below as a reminder.
Venue Address: Westin Grand Frankfurt Hotel
Konrad-Adenauer-Straße 7
60313 Frankfurt am Main
Schedule of Events and Notations
5:00pm: Attendees begin to arrive at the Westin
5:45pm: Ceremony begins
Note: Entry into the ballroom will not be permitted during the ceremony; please arrive promptly.
6:30pm: Dinner begins
10:00pm: Event ends, guests depart
Arrival Notes:
- Guests will be checked in by the security detail; each guest must bring a photo ID.
- Tables will be numbered with a seating chart at the venue's entrance displaying individuals' names and which table they should sit at.
- Hors d'oeuvres will be provided, and the bar is open.
- Entering the ballroom is not permitted once the ceremony begins at 5:45pm. Those arriving after the ceremony begins will have to wait until 6:30pm to enter the ballroom.
- Parking in the area may be difficult; please plan. Note: Underground hotel parking is not permitted for attendees.
- Meal
Starters:
- Salad bar options: Lamb's lettuce/wild herbs/ arugula/ carrots | tomatoes | olives | corn | beet | radish | mozzarella balls |various dressings (balsamic, light vinaigrette) | extra virgin olive oil | sunflower seeds | sesame seeds | slivered almonds | walnuts | chia seeds | flax seeds
- Selection of baguettes from local baker Weller with butter, herb butter, and hummus
- Clear cucumber salad
- Cous Cous Salad
- Chickpea salad
- Coleslaw
- Tomatoes with mozzarella and basil pesto
- Antipasti platter with different toppings
- Sous vide cooked roast beef with homemade shallot jam
- Fish platter with lemon and horseradish
- Purple potatoes with rocket pesto and "Maintal" organic cress
- Chicken breast cooked with mild chili on a colorful couscous salad and chopped coriander
Main Course:
- Fine veal cream goulash with sautéed wild mushrooms, shallots, and a hint of green pepper
- Small rump steaks with truffled sautéed cabbage
- Salmon poached whole in fine coconut milk with exotic spices and coriander
- Colorful vegetables from the Frankfurt market with toasted almond slivers
- Potato noodles sauteed in sage butter with crispy onions
- Potato and cream casserole with cheddar cheese au gratin
- Vegan: Strozapreti pasta with colorful lentil vegetables, pumpkin, vegan feta, spinach leaves and chervil
Dessert:
- Light and dark chocolate mousse with plum compote
- Vegan orange berry tartlet
- Mango coconut cream with mango ragout and chia seeds
- Cassis mousse with crumble
- Exotic cut fruit with green grapes
Beverages
Your ticket includes all drinks for the evening except liquor, which must be purchased at the bar.
Attire
- Formal attire is required for this event.
- For Marines, the dress code is Blue Alphas, with no gloves or covers. Note: Ensure appropriate transportation is arranged between your residence and the event site. No one should be seen around town in uniform.
Questions?
Any questions leading up to the event can be sent to TumulakRB@state.gov or DiepD@state.gov.