RCB Formal 2023
You are invited to RCB Formal Fall 2023!
This annual event is planned by the RCB Exec Board for RCB residents and non-residents to attend and enjoy. This fall quarter, mark your calendars for Saturday, Nov. 18 to join us for a night of memory-making in the heart of downtown Chicago at the Chicago History Museum. So whether you’re new to RCB or if you have attended our previous Formals, we are thrilled to offer you a new experience!
Date: Saturday, Nov. 18 from 6:30 – 11 pm
Where: The Chicago History Museum
Every fall, students from all ten residential colleges come together for an unforgettable evening filled with dancing and socializing. Not only will you be able to see the beautiful venue of the Chicago History Museum, but for the first 90 minutes of the event you’ll be able to go through an additional exhibit.
RCB Formal is sure to bring nothing but fun (and a few special prizes), so you won’t want to miss out!
What is the Venue?
The venue this year is the Chicago History Museum! For the first 90 minutes of the event, you’ll be able to explore the Chicago: Crossroads of America and City on Fire: Chicago 1871 exhibit!
“[The Chicago History Museum] is a major museum and research center for Chicago and U.S. history, the museum strives to be a destination for learning, inspiration and civic engagement. Through dynamic exhibitions, tours, publications, special events, and programming, the Museum connects people to Chicago’s history and to each other.” – CHM Website
Other activities while at the venue include a DJ where you can request your favorite song to be played, refreshments, and a chance to win prizes!
Ticketing Information
Thank you for your interest in getting a ticket to RCB’s Fall Formal! We are so excited to have you attend our event.
Tickets are closed! Information about getting tickets will be specific to each Residential College, check your inbox and group chats for the latest ticketing information from your President and communications chair!
If the cost for the event is of concern, please see if you are eligible for the SAAF fund which can reimburse you following the event! See SAAF information here.
*Tickets are closed. Guests must be a student from Northwestern University in order to attend. NO REFUNDS or EXCHANGES.
Transportation Information
RCB will be providing transportation via buses to and from the venue. You must have a valid ticket to get on a bus.
Buses will be loading by 6:30pm, please show up on time.
More bus loading information will be distributed via your residential college as the date comes closer, such as the exact times you need to be there, what bus, and the location of the buses.
FAQ
What kind of attire is recommended? Is the event very formal or casual?
Typically, students will wear semi-formal clothes to this event as it’s at a museum. If you like to dance, we suggest wearing something you can move around in. As the event is in mid-November, be sure to have a coat or jacket – the venue has a coat check so you don’t need to wear it the entire time.
Can I bring a guest? When can they buy their ticket?
Residents or non-residents of one of our ten residential colleges are open to invite a guest to RCB Formal! If you want to bring a guest, we suggest you send them the link personally to make a purchase. No coupon codes will work, guests will need to pay full price. See Ticketing section about SAAF Fund. No refunds or exchanges will be given.
Other Important Notes:
The venue will have security, so if you bring a bag it will be searched. Additionally, this is an alcohol-free event.