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Frequently Asked Questions

Contact us at All Academy Ball  jsab@wppc-mddcva.org 

if you cannot find an answer to your question.

The Washington, D.C. area  All Academy Ball is a formal military gala held to honor and celebrate the many young men and women who currently attend one of the United States Service Academies:

* US Military Academy at West Point, NY

* US Coast Guard Academy at New London, CT

* US Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs, CO

* US Naval Academy at Annapolis, MD

* US Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, NY


Tuesday, December 20th 


6:30 pm Reception, Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres

7:30 pm Dinner and Program

Dancing and activities until 11:00 pm


Yes!  Due to unprecedented demand, the All Academy Ball has moved to the historic Mayflower Hotel at 1127 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC. 

The date remains the same - Tuesday, December 20th. 



As is tradition, the local non-profit Parents’ Associations/Clubs of the Army, Coast Guard, Navy, Air Force and Merchant Marine Academies are joining together to host this year’s ball. The last time this ball occurred was in 2018 and we are excited to bring it back to our region.  This holiday celebration occurs across the country during the holiday season and allows family and friends to celebrate the young men and women who have elected to serve their Country by attending one of our Nation’s Service Academies. The Fisher House Foundation will be the charity of choice this year.


  • Traditional March on of Cadets and Midshipmen
  • Color Guard 
  • Program with Guest Speaker and Honored guests
  • Dinner (choice of protein or vegetarian)
  • DJ for music and dancing
  • Door Prizes for cadets and midshipmen
  • Networking
  • Ticket Bar
  • Professional Photos of Attendees


Men:

Civilian: Black tie - tuxedo, dark suit (optional)

Cadet: Full Dress, Cadet Dress Mess, Dinner Dress, Dinner Dress Blue Jacket or Service Academy Formal Dress Equivalent

Military: Dinner Dress, Dress Mess, Service Dress Blue or Service Equivalent


 Women:

Civilian: Long evening dress or pants suit

Cadet: Full Dress, Cadet Dress Mess, Dinner Dress Blue Jacket , Service Academy Formal Dress Equivalent

Military: Dinner Dress, Mess Dress, Service Dress or Service Equivalent


** No Cover **

For reference:


West Point Attire Guide (Military)


Service Equivalent Uniform Guide (noaa.gov)


Civilian Formal Attire Guide



The Mayflower Hotel – which is where the Ball is being held

1127 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 

$177 + taxes - Rooms: King and 2 Double Beds

Group room rates are available for the entire Dec. 16th-Dec. 20th weekend, or just the night of the All Academy Ball.

Call 1-877-212-5752 and reference the "All Academy Ball" room rate.

Guests may also make a reservation using the following booking link: https://book.passkey.com/event/50443746/owner/1261/home

Guests are encouraged to make a reservation prior to December 6th to secure this rate.

$67 Daily Valet-Parking/ Self-Parking available


Hilton Garden Inn Shirlington

4271 Campbell Ave, Arlington VA

$125 + taxes - Rooms: King and 2 Queen Beds

Call 1-877-STAYHGI and reference “Joint Service All Academy Ball” or group code “BAL.”

Guests may also make a reservation using the following booking link: Hilton Garden Inn Shirlington

Reservations are required to be made prior to December 1st.

$18 Overnight Car Self-Parking


Ritz Carlton Pentagon City

1100 S Hayes St, Arlington VA

$188 + taxes - Deluxe Guest Room

Group room rates are available for Dec. 19th and Dec. 20th.

Call 1-800-241-3333 and reference “Joint Service All Academy Ball.”

Guests may also make a reservation using the following booking link: Book your group rate for Joint Service All Academy Ball

Reservations are required to be made prior to November 19th.

$25 Daily Valet-Parking / $45 Overnight Valet-Parking / Self-Parking available


Sheraton Pentagon City

900 South Orme Street, Arlington VA

$99 + taxes - King Guest Room

Group room rates are available for the Dec. 16th -Dec. 24th week.

Call 1-800-325-3535 and reference “Joint Service All Academy Ball.”

Guests may also make a reservation using the following booking link: Book your group rate for Joint Service All Academy Ball

Reservations are required to be made prior to November 23rd.

$32 On-Site Parking



You can self-park in the parking garage across the street from the Mayflower Hotel, or take advantage of the hotel’s valet parking for $67.  Limited street parking is also available. 


Each cadet or midshipman will find their Academy’s registration table in the main hall and register their party.


6:30 pm: Arrive in full uniform for the reception

6:30 pm – 7:00 pm: Family photos are available (these will be available throughout dinners as well)

7:00 pm: Families are seated, and cadets assemble for a group picture

7:10 pm: Grand march on by cadets and midshipmen

7:15 pm: Dinner is served

8:00 pm: Program begins

9:00 pm – 11:00 pm: Dancing



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