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Ceremonies

Opening CeremoniesOpening Ceremonies - Friday at 7:30 p.m., The Pavilion, Villanova University

Athletes should report to the Pavilion for staging at 7:00 p.m.  Spectators, family and VIPs should also arrive at 7:00 p.m.  Please have the two athletes designated as "banner carriers" report to staging by 7:00 p.m. to pick up your county's banner.

It is very important that athletes follow the instructions of the volunteers concerning seating.  Please assist us in directing your athletes to their seats as quickly as possible so that they may enjoy the full duration of the Ceremonies.

Opening Ceremonies is also open to the general public and will include numerous guest speakers.

Parade: - Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Outside Dougherty Hall, Villanova University

All delegations are required to report to "The Oreo" which is located between Dougherty Hall and the Connelly Center by 7:00 p.m.  The parade route will proceed from the Oreo through "The Quad" (located between Sullivan and Sheehan Halls), across Ithan Ave. on the north end of Bartley Hall, and conclude in the Pavilion for the Victory Dance.

Those who wish to be spectators and not participate in the parade are asked to gather at the Main Entrance to the University (located between Bartley Hall and the Student Health Center) at 7:30 p.m. so as to cross Ithan Ave. with the parade participants.

Locker rooms will be available for any teams finishing competition late on Saturday so that they can prepare for the dance.

Closing CeremoniesVictory Dance: - Saturday at 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., The Pavilion, Villanova University

This year's dance features a DJ and a nautical theme!  Heads of Delegations, Coaches, and Athletes are reminded that credentials MUST be worn at all times.

Family members and guests must register prior to the dance at the family/volunteer registration tables located in the lobby of the Pavilion.  Nametags/credentials must be worn at all times.

Closing Ceremonies Sunday at 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m., The Pavilion, Villanova University
Closing Ceremonies will celebrate all the achievements of Fall Festival and commence at 1:00 p.m. in the Pavilion.