SZC Official Joint Founders’ Day Event 2026

Join the Sigma–Zeta Council of Southern California (SZC) for an unforgettable evening as we proudly present the 21st Official Joint Founders’ Day Celebration – One Night in Paris. For more than two decades, this signature event has united members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority for a night of culture, elegance, and fellowship.

This year, we’re bringing a touch of French sophistication, complete with music, dancing, and special surprises. Wear your finest attire and prepare for an elevated experience filled with joy, connection, and celebration.

Open to all members of the Blue & White Family, with a special welcome to the Divine Nine and the general public.

TICKETS & PRICING

• General Admission: $120 per guest
  GA Table (seats 10): $1,150
• VIP Admission: $140 per guest
  VIP Table (seats 10): $1,350
• Undergraduate Admission: $95 per guest

Each ticket includes:
Dinner + non-alcoholic beverages
(A SZC representative will follow up for protein selections.)

VIP tickets include:
Priority seating • Priority check-in • Two (2) cocktail tickets (21+ only) • Upgraded table décor • Specialty gift • Additional VIP perks

⏳ Ticket sales close December 26 at 11:59:59 PM PT.
No on-site ticket sales.

TABLES

Only General Admission and VIP tickets/tables are available directly through Eventbrite - while supplies last.

All Financial chapter tables, undergraduate tickets, and all general group tables must be secured through the SZC Co-Chairs: 📧 SigmaZetaCouncilSC@gmail.com
(Financial verification and/or student status required.)

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

A special overnight rate has been arranged for attendees. Booking link coming soon.

PARKING

Free parking is available. Parking and attendance are at your own risk. If you plan to drink, please use ride share or Tipsy Tow.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• This is a no-host event; hotel bars will be open (21+).
• No outside food or beverages allowed.
• No ins/outs during the event.
• Outdoor cigar area available.
• NO REFUNDS.
• SZC and the DoubleTree Hotel reserve the right to refuse service.

PHOTOS & VIDEOS

Share your moments with our official hashtag:
📸 #SZCOneNightInParis

MEDIA RELEASE & COVID-19 NOTICE

By entering an event or program of the Sigma-Zeta Council (SZC), you are entering an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. Your entry and presence on the event premises constitute your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction of any and all recorded media of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose whatsoever in perpetuity in connection with SZC and its initiatives, including, by way of example only, use on websites, in social media, news, and advertising. By entering the event premises, you waive and release any claims you may have related to the use of recorded media of you at the event, including, without limitation, any right to inspect or approve the photo, video, or audio recording of you, any claims for invasion of privacy, violation of the right of publicity, defamation, and copyright infringement or for any fees for use of such record media. You understand that all photography, filming and/or recording will be done in reliance on this consent. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please do not enter the event premises.

Notice to Event Participants. Your safety is a priority. COVID-19 has been declared a worldwide pandemic by the World Health Organization. COVID-19 and related variants are extremely contagious and is believed to spread mainly from person-to-person contact. By participating in this event, you acknowledge that an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present and do so at your own risk. While participating guests must follow the rules and guidelines published or otherwise communicated for Doubletree Hotel, the County of Los Angeles and/or the State of California. The event hosts and venue cannot guarantee that its participants, volunteers, partners, or others in attendance will not become infected with COVID-19. By attending the event, you and any guests voluntarily hereby waive any and all claims & potential claims; assume all risks, hazards and dangers related to exposure to COVID-19 and agree not to hold the Sigma-Zeta Council of Southern California, associated Sigma or Zeta chapters, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated; Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated; Doubletree Hotel; or any of their affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, or volunteers liable for any illness, injury (including death), property damage or other loss suffered as a result of your participation in, attendance at and/or observation of the event. Any and all producers of this event assume no responsibility of injury to include any situation beyond. Please stay at home if you are experiencing any symptoms associated with COVID-19 including fever, cough, shortness of breath, or other issues outlined by the Center for Disease Control (CDC).