FAQ

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE WINTER BALL
(note – this FAQ is specific to the Winter Ball — if you have any other questions or to ask one of the crew members out on a hottt date email us directly at hardfrenchsf@gmail.com)

What is Hard French?
Girl, put yr glasses on! We just explained that here!

What is the Winter Ball?
OMG girl, get that prescription fixed — here is the info on the Winter Ball.

What time does it start and end?
DOORS OPEN AT 8PM!! We had a quick brain fart for a second and there may be some times out there that say 9pm, but ignore that.  GET THERE EARLY TO AVOID LINES! The event ENDS at 1AM. 

How much does it cost?
A lotta money. $15 if yr lucky and get em fast. $20 for most of you. $25 for slackers who buy them day of event. THIS EVENT WILL SELL OUT (but we’ll save some tickets at the door for the slackers cuz we understand) Buy tickets HERE.

Why is it so expensive? Aren’t you guys rich by now?
Unfortunately, we are not writing this FAQ at the beach house we share with Sophia Coppola. While we LOVE our monthly party at the divey El Rio, we want to GET FANCY for the Winter Ball. We are stepping up the event in direct correlation to how much more we are asking you to pay for the event. That means performers, that means lights, that means special surprises! With that said, if you are hella strapped for cash and that $20 will make or break your attendance, shoot us an email and we can try to work something out thru volunteering or trade or who knows what!

I don’t have a car – how do I get there?
That’s a really good question!

1.) We’ve partnered with the good folks over at Zipcar to get you a deep discount – a waived $60 annual membership fee – exclusive to Hard French attendees! Follow this link to get up on that! If you already have a Zipcar membership, you will receive a $10 discount code after you have bought your ticket to the Ball.

2.) Homobiles is renting a van that can fit 19 folks!  Contact Becka for more info.

3.) If you can’t Zippy and Homobile is just not in the cards, yr best bet is to post something on the wall of our facebook page, bribe a friend, or try and find us a cheap ass school bus (we’re not joking – if you have one, email us at hardfrenchsf@gmail.com).

What if  the event sells out?
The event will sell out. So get your ticket NOW!

Where can I stay?
See our list of hotel/motel/holiday inns at the bottom of this FAQ. 

I want to tell ALL my friends about this beautiful event, is it on facebook?
Totes. Click here for the facebook invite. 

How can I become the King and/or Queen of Hard French?
Good question! We had two weeks of open nominations that are now closed. It is anyone’s guess at this point who the new King and Queen will be — but you’ll be able to cast your vote at the event. 

Do I have to be a boy to be the King of Hard French?
Do we look like the gender binary system police?

If I buy a ticket to this event, how probable is it that I will get laid?
100% Guaranteed.

How can I DJ or perform at the Winter Ball?
You can’t! Not cuz we don’t want you to, but because we already booked it. But if you wanted to in the future, contact hardfrenchsf@gmail.com and we’ll see what we can do.

What are you wearing?
Cannot be described. Prepare to have your mind blown. Your concept of beauty, style and class is about to change forever. Formal attire encouraged but not required.

I want to donate a prize to the Winter Ball! Is it too late?
That’s so cool of you! We’ll always take gifts and distribute them wisely — to the Hard French King and Queen or to our attendees as door prizes… your gift will be super appreciated. Just email us at hardfrenchsf@gmail.com!

Why are you doing this?
Don’t be scared.

GETTING THERE
I don’t have a car, how can I get there?
See above… you will need to find your own way there but if you own a schoolbus, contact us!

Where the F is this place?
RIGHT ON THE FUCKING BOARDWALK!!! Its seriously pretty cool, check out the history of it here. Sonny and Cher played there, and now you will dance there. 

How long does it take to drive there?
Depends how fast you drive. Two hours or less. But you know you’re stopping at In n Out.

COCOANUT GROVE
What do you mean its on the boardwalk?
Downtown Santa Cruz BABY! We mean you can ride a roller coaster, eat a funnel cake, take an old timey picture and then come party with us all in the same spot. In actuality, most of the boardwalk will probably be closed cuz its wintertime and the Ball doesn’t start until 9pm… but we were told the Arcade stays open until 10pm on weekends. 

Is there food there?
We won’t be providing food so plan ahead! There are plenty of restaurants in Santa Cruz, treat yoself. 

Is there a bar (I really want to do a shot of tequila with a babe)?
The Cocoanut Grove has a beautiful full service bar. And we will probably even have a drink special or two!

Can I go swimming?
This is America and the Ocean IS right there… but we wouldn’t recommend it. 

What’s so cool about this Cocoanut Grove place?
It’s hard to describe if you haven’t been to it — but basically — its MAGICAL. The vintage setting, the grand ballroom, the ocean, the boardwalk, the rich history, it is all going to culminate into an awesome event for the Winter Ball!

LODGING
I wanna get drunk, is there a way to get around without driving?
Yes – WALK. DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE. There are PLENTY of hotels and motels within a safe walking distance.

Ok. I got my ticket to the event. I got my ride confirmed. I even got a dress and asked a hot BABE to my date and they said HELL YAH BRO! So now — WHERE AM I GOING TO SLEEP!?

Check out this fancy list of hotels ….all numbers in the 831 area code: