What you need to
know before you go!
Whether it’s your first time or you’re a Ball regular, here’s everything you need to know for a great night out at the RSL’s biggest event of the year.
Event Basics
Where is the Ball being held?
We’re rolling out the red carpet at the Melbourne Town Hall
90/130 Swanston Street, Melbourne
What time does it start and finish?
Doors open at 5:30 PM, with canapés and mingling in the foyer.
The formal program kicks off at 6:15 PM sharp.
We’ll wrap things up at 11:30 PM
Dress Code and Medals
What should I wear?
Black tie is the dress of the day.
Time to bring out your best!
Can I wear my medals?
Absolutely – but make sure you wear miniatures, placed neatly on the left.
Food and Drinks
What's on the Menu?
You’ll enjoy a three-course dinner, with canapés served on arrival.
What drinks are included?
Beer, wine, and soft drinks are all covered.
Spirits can be purchased at the bar.
Raffles and Auctions
It's raffle time!
Thanks to the support of some fantastic sponsors, we will be running a raffle during the event. Tickets will be available for purchase (card and cash accepted).
Going...going...sold!
Thanks to our wonderful supporters at ALC Memorabilia and EzyBidz, we will be running a silent auction throughout the night with a fantastic selection of items available.
Speakers and Entertainment
Keynote Speaker
RSL Australia National President, Peter Tinley will be joining us as Keynote speaker for the evening.
Dance the night away!
This year's event is supported by the fantastic talent of the Australian Army Band.
Photography and Memories
Will photos be taken?
Yes – we’ll have official photographers roaming the room and Veteran Portraits will also be present.
After the event, photos will be shared on:
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RSL Ball social media pages
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The official RSL Ball website
Feel free to snap a few of your own – just be considerate during speeches and formalities.
After the event
Is there a designated after party venue?
We are working on this at the moment! More details will be provided in the lead up to the event.
Still have questions?
We’re here to help. Just send us an email at veteransball@hawthornrsl.com and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.