What does BYO vs Furniture Rental mean?
This year, Le Dîner en Blanc - Sydney offers two distinct groups of admissions: BYO Furniture or Furniture Rental Included. The BYO groups are the traditional Le Dîner en Blanc concept where guests must bring their own table and chairs. The Furniture Rental Included groups do not have to carry tables and chairs, the furniture (table & chairs) will be on-site. For this reason, an additional charge for rentals is added to the participation fee.
There are no mixed groups.
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How do you get invited to Le Dîner en Blanc -
Sydney?
Registration to attend Le Dîner en Blanc is in 3 phases. Phase 1 is for members of Le Dîner en Blanc – Sydney of the previous edition, members automatically receive an invitation. Phase 2 is a chance for members to sponsor a friend, family member, colleagues… Phase 3 is for everyone on the waiting list! Availability is limited. Space allocation is on a “first in first served” basis.
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How much does it cost to attend Le Dîner en Blanc - Sydney?
The event ticket price is specified on the Register webpage. This covers overhead costs, such as transportation, venue hire, permits, insurance, production, staffing, security, user paid Police and licence fees. Dîner en Blanc International will charge an annual membership/guest fee at registration time.
Note: For egress, depending on the secret location, there is access to public transport, Uber and taxis.
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What are the most important rules of Le Dîner en Blanc - Sydney?
Le Dîner en Blanc is an evening like no other. All confirmed guests must attend, hail rain or shine. Participants dressed in chic, original and only white, arrive at a designated departure point with their table, chairs, and picnic equipment to make their way to the secret location with their Table Leader by chartered bus or organized public transport. At the event, people make new friends - don’t smoke at the table
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What should be on the all important guests’ packing list?
1 square folding table (60cm to 80cm max.), 2 white folding chairs, 1 white tablecloth, 2 white serviettes, picnic equipment for 2 including cutlery, an Ice bucket, polycarbonate* glassware, plates and table decorations like votive candles (for al fresco dinning), bottle opener, flowers… (your taste and imagination are the boundaries), garbage bag(s) and a LIGHTER.
Strictly no disposable cutlery or plates.
* To avoid potential accidents and littering of broken glass, City of Sydney and Licensing Police have demanded that guests bring non-disposable polycarbonate wine glassware.
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Why is the size and shape of the tables so important?
The use of SQUARE folding tables (68cm to 81 cm max.) optimizes the use of space at the site and also contributes to the visual harmony of Le Dîner en Blanc by creating rows of long banquet tables.
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How do I buy and collect my catering order?
For convenience and as there is much to bring to the event, more and more guests prefer to pre-purchase the delicious picnic hampers prepared by one of the city’s premier caterers. Once you’ve registered to attend, you can access the e-store by logging on to your member profile. Once on the e-store, you can choose from our delicious food hamper selection and carefully curated wine list.
Process your payment and you will be emailed a receipt confirming your itemized purchases. Bring your receipt (PRINTED or ACCESSIBLE ON YOUR PHONE) to collect your purchases at the venue. You will not be able to collect your catering without a proof of purchase.
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How do I download and print my catering receipt?
Check your emails first to find your purchase confirmation and receipt. Alternatively, login to your member profile, click on “Store”, click “download” and print your receipt. You can also collect your catering purchases with your receipt accessible on your phone. Please note that without a proof of purchase, you will not be able to collect your catering.
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Will the event be cancelled or postponed in case of adverse weather conditions?
COME TO DINE, RAIN OR SHINE. Le Dîner en Blanc is a rain or shine event. Each guests’ presence is necessary and mandatory, regardless of the weather. In case of rain, guests must remember to bring a white or transparent raincoat, poncho and/or umbrella. However, if public safety becomes an issue due to severe weather (ex. thunderstorms, hurricanes, tornados…), the local Hosts may decide to cancel or postpone the event. It has never rained on Le Dîner en Blanc - Sydney and we intend to keep it that way.
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What is a Table Leader (TL)?
A table leader (TL) is responsible for a group of 50 guests. Your table leader will be your primary point of contact for the event.
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What is a Group Leader (GL)?
A Group Leader (GL) is responsible for 5 Table Leaders. Group Leaders work closely with the hosts and the table leaders to ensure the success of the event.
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How many guests can I invite?
As a new attendee, you can invite one guest i.e. your table companion, this completes your table of two. If you are a member, you can sponsor another person to be invited for Phase 2 ticketing. Don’t forget to sponsor your friend when processing your membership in Phase 1.
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With a waiting list of several thousand people, why limit attendance?
Le Dîner en Blanc is not trying to beat participation records. We wish to maintain the spirit and quality of the event. For this reason, we wish to grow organically and within the uniqueness of Sydney’s public spaces.
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What is Le Dîner en Blanc - Sydney’s alcohol policy?
STRICTLY NO BYO. We conduct random bag searches on entry. If caught, you will be refused entry or if caught inside the event, escorted out. You will not be invited to following editions. DON'T SAY WE DIDN'T WARN YOU...
We also apply a ZERO tolerance policy towards aggressive and uncontrolled drunken behaviour.
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Why is glass prohibited?
: To avoid potential accidents and littering of broken glass, City of Sydney and Licensing Police have demanded that our guests bring non-disposable polycarbonate wine glassware.
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Is there an option to rent tables and chairs?
No. In line with Le Dîner en Blanc’s heritage, all of guests are asked to embrace the participative nature of the event and bring their picnic equipment, including their furniture. There are a lot of creative ways to bring it all to the venue. Visit our News section on our website or our Facebook page for inspiration i.e. foldable trolleys.
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Is Le Dîner en Blanc associated with a humanitarian or social cause?
Le Dîner en Blanc has no political or ideological agendas. It is simply a friendly gathering whose sole purpose is to create a magical evening, where guests are in good company, and in an environment, which is both unusual and extraordinary. Le Dîner en Blanc may not be associated with, or used as a means to raise funds for, another organization.
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Are the memberships and tickets transferable?
No. Memberships and tickets are not transferable.
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Are tickets refundable?
No. Tickets to the event are neither refundable nor transferable.
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Will members from last year’s edition be automatically re-invited?
Yes. Members who attended last year’s event will be automatically invited to the following year’s event. Please note that members who disrespect Dîner en Blanc rules will not be invited from the following editions. Their name and email will be black-listed, prohibiting them from registering for future editions.
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I was a guest of a member at the last Dîner en Blanc. Will I automatically be invited back this year?
Unfortunately, no, the current online system allows for one “registered member” and one “invited guest” to be seated at each table, making registered members the only ones to be automatically re-invited. You may return this year with the same person, get invited/sponsored by another member, or register to the waiting list to become a member yourself.
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I want to choose a departure location that is full. What should I do?
Each departure location has a specific number of spaces and; once those are filled, you need to select a different location.
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My guest can no longer attend. What should I do?
You are able to change the name of your guest up until a week before the event.
1) Login to your member profile
2) “Double- Click” on your guest name field/box
3)Change your guest name
4)Take the pointer outside of the field/box and “Double-Click” to validate
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Do I have to bring a guest?
Yes, each membership allows for 2 guests to attend. You will sit opposite your guest at your table.
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What is the dress-code?
All guests must dress in white from head to toe. This means no ivory, no off-white, and no beige… No black and/or brown belts or shoes allowed. Originality is always encouraged, as long as it stays stylish and tasteful.
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Is Dîner en Blanc an illegal activity?
All events produced according to Le Dîner en Blanc International guidelines require local hosts to acquire the proper authorization, permits, and insurances before proceeding with their event. On the other hand, since its beginning, Le Dîner en Blanc de Paris has been taking place without authorization, in some of the city’s most prestigious sites. The first editions were not easy to pull off. Today, French authorities know that the event is always well organized and that guests are always respectful of public property. Moreover, the event’s photogenic quality helps promote the city’s image as a stylish Metropolis.
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How many Dîner en Blanc events are there in the world?
Founded in 2012, Dîner en Blanc International is responsible for developing this secret posh picnic in close to 80 cities in 30 countries around the world with over 130,000 participants. The largest and most internationally recognized Le Dîner en Blanc remains the original Paris event.
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How can I participate?
Registration for Le Dîner en Blanc takes place in 3 phases:
Phase 1: Members from the previous year and friends of the organization and leaders
Phase 2: Friends "sponsored" by Phase 1 members
Phase 3: People who signed up to the waiting list
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What are the key rules of the event?
Le Dîner en Blanc requires from the participants an exemplary citizenship and discipline. Here are the main rules:
● Rain or shine, guests are expected.
● Exude Elegance … in white. Originality is encouraged, as long as it remains elegant and tasteful.
● Bring your own table, chairs, and picnic basket.
● Follow the Volunteer Leader’s instructions.
● Arrive and leave with your Leader. Nobody arrives at the site on their own.
● Drink responsibly. Champagne or wine only. No spirits or beer.
● Clean up: Take all your garbage with you and clean the area around your table.
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What kind of table do I need to bring?
The table must be square, foldable, and easy to carry. The size must be between 27 and 32 inches (68 and 81 cm). The table does not have to be white as it will be covered with a white tablecloth.
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I was invited by a member to attend the last Dîner en Blanc. Will I automatically be invited back this year?
Unfortunately, you will not automatically receive an invitation to this year’s event. The current online system allows for one “registered member” and one “invited guest” to be seated at each table, making registered members the only ones to be automatically re-invited. You may return this year with the same person, get invited/sponsored by another member, or register to the waiting list to become a member yourself.
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What are the cut-off dates for catered meal and beverage purchases?
Le Dîner en Blanc runs very differently from most events as all purchases must be made well in advance. Meal packages should be ordered approximately 3 weeks prior to the event. Alcohol purchases should be done in 2-3 days' advance as Le Dîner en Blanc wine supplier requires our order a few days in advance of the event.
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What items are prohibited to bring to Le Dîner en Blanc?
NO ALCOHOL, no sports drinks, juice or soft drinks – Le Dîner en Blanc is a licenced event. No glass.
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Can I use the Dîner en Blanc concept to support a local humanitarian or social cause?
Le Dîner en Blanc has no political or ideological agendas and minimal branding. It is simply a friendly gathering whose sole purpose is to create a magical evening, where guests are in good company, and in an environment, which is both unusual and extraordinary. Le Dîner en Blanc may not be associated with, or used as a means to raise funds for, another organization.
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How many guests will be attending Le Dîner en Blanc - Sydney this year?
5,000 guests
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