Countdown to the Gown: What You Need to Know
Are you ready for a dazzling Saturday evening filled with elegance, hors d’oeuvres, and entertainment? Mark your calendars for August 10, as Countdown to the Gown returns to the MCAS Miramar Officers' Club. This event is sponsored by Improv Booze-Free Cocktails, Dresses and Dreams Project, American Friends of our Armed Forces, and Navy Federal Credit Union. This incredible event provides you with the opportunity to select a free ball or wedding gown, visit vendors, and enjoy light refreshments on us!
Event Day Details:
- Date: Saturday, August 10
- Time: 3:00PM - 6:00PM
- Location: MCAS Miramar Officers' Club
Event Timeline:
Dress Appointments: 3:00pm-5:15pm - Browse a wide selection of gently used ball gowns and bridal gowns, sorted by size from petite to plus size. Styles include various necklines, colors, and designs. Fitting rooms and heels will be available for trying on dresses.
On-Site Vendors: 3:00pm-6:00pm - Incredible on-site vendors will be available from 3:00pm - 6:00pm with items to help patrons get ready for the ball.
Entertainment and Refreshments – 4:30pm-6:00pm Sample hors d'oeuvres and light refreshments, and enjoy live acoustic entertainment from 4:30pm-6:00pm.
Ticket Types:
Gown Selection Experience: This grants you access to our exclusive gown selection experience, where you can choose from a wide array of gently used ball and wedding gowns. Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and drinks before or after you browse and try on dresses in our fitting rooms. Patrons are encouraged to arrive early. Participants will be assigned a dressing room appointment slot upon arrival on a first come, first served basis. Only 50 registrants are permitted during each appointment slot.
Gown appointment times are:
- 3:00-3:30pm
- 3:45-4:15pm
- 4:30-5:00pm
- 5:15-5:45pm
Event Admission: Don't need a dress but still want to join? This ticket provides you access to our ballroom event area, where you can visit our incredible vendor offerings, sample hors d'oeuvres and light refreshments, and enjoy live acoustic entertainment.
Registration Information:
This is a registration-only event. Register here: event page.
Join us for an unforgettable evening and find the perfect gown for your special occasion!