124th Anniversary Military Order of the Carabao Wallow
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Purchasing Tickets: As it's 2023-24, and the only use for paper that we can think of is to clean up after the bull and cow Carabaos, we REALLY encourage online registration at https://www.carabao.org/event-5484377. For those who have difficulty purchasing tickets that way, please contact Main Guy CAPT Bob "Shoebob" Carey, USN at Bob.Carey@Empire-Capitol.com to find alternative methods to purchase tickets.
Ticket Prices: Since the last in-person Wallow before COVID, Washington DC food and beverage rates have risen approximately 57%. The WALLOW ticket prices reflect that, and therefore Member tickets are $285 and Guest tickets are $375. However, the same great dining, open bar, and even better entertainment (with the return of the Gamboling Carabaos!) will be at the 2024 Wallow.
Sitting with a Fellow Member: We have included on the website an entry for you to complete if you wish to sit with another member attending the WALLOW. Please enter the member’s full name, so we can combine the applications. The Seating Committee will call Members who have multiple seating requests from other Members. Please avoid unnecessary workload, confusion and possible embarrassment by pre-coordinating with whom you wish to sit.
Carabao Membership Application Submission: The Herd also has both an online membership application and the traditional form for application where you can download a paper application. Apply On-Line for membership, and bring your dues up to date online as well, in order to get the Member discount for this year's Wallow.
Formal Invitations: All Members and Guests will be e-mailed a formal response by the Dinner Committee for their ticket purchases. The Invitation is not a ticket and will not be required for admission; registration will be by name the night of the Wallow.
Organizational and Corporate Sponsors: Each year, we are grateful to our Sponsors. Because of them, we have been able to maintain the high quality of our Entertainment and relative stability of the Tariff. We encourage inquiries from organizations interested in being Sponsors for the 2024 124th ANNIVERSARY WALLOW. We now offer several Levels of Sponsorships, both general and for specific elements of the Wallow, like to sponsor the Grog Trough (yes, it's silly, but it's fun). Please refer to the Sponsor Application form link on this page. If your organization is interested in being a Sponsor, please contact Tesorero de los Carabaos Shannon Scott-Paul at Shannon@OBrienLLC.com or 202-544-8555, or Main Guy de los Carabaos Bob Carey, at Bob.Carey@Empire-Capitol.com or 202-779-1598 for more information.
Show: This year the Gamboling Carabaos are making a triumphant return to the Wallow stage, but with assistance from other military performers entertaining, the return of old Wallow entertainment traditions, and the start of some new ones. We are confident you will find them entertaining, and most politically incorrect. The Joint Service Color Guard and “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band will be present to delight and inspire us.
Compliance with D.C. Smoking Laws: The District of Columbia Smoking Laws apply at the 2023 ANNUAL WALLOW. The Renaissance Washington HOTEL has informed us specifically, there will be NO SMOKING allowed at the 2024 ANNUAL WALLOW. We know...it sucks like a big bull Carabao sucking down water, and is something we are trying to change for the triumphal 125th Anniversary Wallow in 2025.
Wine available on the tables: Members may bring their beverages to their tables from the Reception. Wine will be available on the tables. Open bars will be available at strategic locations throughout the Ballroom. At the conclusion of the WALLOW, coffee will be available in the Reception area where we first assembled. In compliance with D.C. law, beverages not purchased at the Hotel are not allowed at the WALLOW.
Dress: Military Dinner Dress Uniform or Civilian Semi-Formal (Black Tie), and miniature medals and devices may be worn.
Metro Access: Get off at Gallery Place- Chinatown (Green, Yellow & Red Lines)
Parking: The Westin Washington DC Downtown Hotel offers paid and valet parking at the hotel.
Room Reservations: For those planning to attend the WALLOW, and who may wish to reserve a room at the Westin Washington DC Downtown Hotel the MILITARY ORDER OF THE CARABAO has reserved a block of rooms for Friday and Saturday Night at a reduced weekend rate. To take advantage of this reduced rate, you must make your room reservation either with the Westin Washington DC Downtown Hotel Reservations Department by calling 1-877-212-5752 and referencing the room block by date and name, or by reserving online at this URL
https://book.passkey.com/go/Carabao2024Wallow
. If you call in, be sure to request the special CARABAO 2024 WALLOW Room Rate of $169.00/night, plus tax. This special rate will be available until the cutoff date of January 12, 2024 so please book early.
Rules regarding Attendance by Government Employees and "Widely Attended Events" - Policy Page.
2024 Carabao Wallow Sponsorship Opportunities