Esprit Saturday Gala

Without a doubt, the Saturday Gala is the most elegant and exciting event at Esprit. This party culminates the week's activities and everyone has a chance to pull out their finest and spend the day getting ready for an evening of dining, dancing, socializing, and reminiscing.

This year's theme is Mardi Gras, and everything that entails...beads, gaudy gowns, sequins, and of course, masks are highly encouraged!

As they say,

Laissez Le Bon Temps Rouler!!!

And "let the good times roll" we will! We'll have beads to toss and masks if you don't have one of your own. This is your chance to shine so don't hold back if you have an elegant ballgown befitting Mardi Gras, or gloves, or outrageous shoes and a to-die-for hairdo to show off.

We'll also have entertainment provided by local musicians and a great evening of popular dance music by the Seattle band Free Rain.

Our party will feature a no-host cocktail hour before dinner to chat with old and new friends and show off your outfit. A full and leisurely Cajun style dinner will be served with plenty of time for talking, socializing with other tables, and picture-taking.

This event is open to the public for a $5 cover charge (donated to charity) after the meal has concluded (very approximately around 9PM, possibly sooner). Esprit staff and a local security guard will provide security and screen guests. There will be a no-host bar serving alcohol so you must be 21 or over.

Don't forget the Slumber Party! As the evening winds to a close and the realization sinks in that Esprit is coming to an end, it's a good time to gather in a warm setting and spend the evening talking and laughing about the past week. The Slumber Party is your chance to slip into something comfortable and pile into a room with your pillows and blankets for what is always a loud, fun, and at times emotional get together. The party is held in the hospitality suite (Room 148).