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What is Coronation and how did it begin?

Coronation is the last event to be held during the Imperial year. It celebrates the beginning of UCPPE. The Monarchs have worked hard all year, and they step down with their friends and family from all over the Imperial Court System. UCPPE celebrates an entire weekend of events.

Coronation Weekend also starts the new year for the next Reign. The newly elected Monarchs are brought into the ballroom and crowned at the end of the event. This next coronation will crown the new Emperor/Empress/Emprx XLVIII (48).

In prior years, Coronation was scheduled in June. The cost to host Coronation in June became increasingly expensive due to the popularity of the summer months, therefore Coronation was moved to November.

Coronation is a chance for the current reigning Monarchs to honor their friends that have been inspirational throughout the year with a special request of a command performance. Command Performers get the opportunity to perform at different parts of the evening on Coronation Night. Since Reign XXXI, the UCPPE allows for only ten command performers to have appropriate time management throughout the event.

Coronation is an event where the community is presented the results from Voting Day. At the end of the night, results are presented for the new members of the Board of Advisors in the at-large role, as well as the new reigning Emperor/Empress/Emprx.

  • Coronation was originally held in June.
  • Coronation was held in several hotels for many years.
    • During Reign XXIV Coronation was held at the Sheraton. During Reign XXXI, the Sheraton changed to the Crown Plaza hotel. Coronation has been hosted by this hotel for over ten years. Coronation is currently held at the Antlers Hotel.
  • Coronation is a Board Function
    • Coronation is supervised by the Board of Advisors. Just like other State Functions, Coronation is started by a greeting from the President of the Board of Advisors. The Monarchs appoint a Coronation Coordinator to make sure the event runs smoothly. Once the event starts, the Monarchs are on the Dias and have no time to make any other planning decisions.
  • Coronation Weekend
    • Thursday In-Town Show
    • Friday, Out of Town Show and Bar Crawl
    • Saturday, Coronation
    • Sunday, Victory Brunch

The In-Town Show

Usually, the Thursday before Coronation, the In-Town Show is chance for the Monarchs to honor all the people who helped the reign hold success over the year.  Awards and Certificates are given to In-Town Regents and Line Members.

Out of Town Show and Bus Tour

The Out of Town Show was held at the hotel for some years, but the space needed along with the cost became too cumbersome. The Out of Town Show is currently held at The Luxe Daiquiri Lounge and the Bus Tour, Show time at 7 pm.  The first bus departs the Antlers Hotel to Luxe at 5:45 pm. Second bus leaves the hotel at 6 pm.  First bus departs Luxe and goes to Studio 32 at 9:15 pm. Second bus leaves at 9:30 pm.  No show.  Both busses will depart Studio 32 at 11:45 pm and return to Antlers Hotel.  Hospitality will open at 10 pm. for Friday evening only.

Coronation

Coronation starts at 5:00pm. Colorado Springs has prided itself on hosting a buffet dinner where guests start eating an hour before the event starts. After the traditional opening ceremonies, guests are welcome to continue eating from the buffet until the end of second set. The Guests will see talented Command Performers, witness the majesty of In-Town and Out-of-Town walks of Regents, Businesses and Organizations. The Monarchs give out Lifetime Awards and have one last evening sitting on the Imperial thrones. The newly elected Monarchs are crowned at the end of the event.

Victory Brunch

Victory Brunch is the Sunday afterwards. We invite guests to attend a buffet. The event is designed to be both comfortable as well as elegant. The stepping down Monarchs give out more awards to in-town and out-of-town guests. The newly elected Monarchs are given a chance to welcome their new Reign. They announce their reign theme, colors, and the theme and date of their stepping down Coronation. During Victory Brunch  the Emperor/Empress/Emprx of the reign also dub their new Prince/Princess/Princet Royal.

Coronation 48: A Night in the Snowy Renaissance, November 9th thru 12th 2023

coronation 48 a night in the snowy renaissance

Please join us in beautiful Colorado Springs for

Coronation 48: A Night in the Snowy Renaissance, November 9th thru 12th 2023

 

The host hotel is The Antlers Hotel and rooms in the block start at $145/night when you book under room block “UCPPE Coronation“. Coronation and Victory Brunch will take place at The Antlers Hotel. Hospitality will be open all weekend with complimentary food and drinks. (schedule TBA)

Click Here to Book Your Room!

Greetings from the highest court in the land!

The United Court of the Pikes Peak Empire cordially invites one and all to join Emperor 47 Steven Grantham and Empress 47 Hysteria Brooks in beautiful Colorado Springs for Coronation 48: A Night in the Snowy Renaissance!

The host hotel is the historic Antlers Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. Rooms are $145 a night by using the room block code: UCPPE Coronation.

We are offering Early Bird Weekend Ticket Packages! $150 until September 23rd and $170 until November 3rd. All ticket sales after November 3rd will only be sold individually and not include meals. Individual event tickets are also available and are listed below in the events schedule.

Below is the schedule of events and individual ticket prices for the weekend:

Thursday, November 9th, 2023

In-Town Show:
Luxe Daiquiri Lounge
2945 Galley Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Doors at 8pm, Show at 9
(Free Admission)

Friday, November 10th, 2023

Hospitality:
The Antlers Hotel
4 South Cascade Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
(12noon to 4pm)

Out of Town Show and Bar Crawl:
Show at Luxe Daiquiri Lounge
Show starts at 7pm
($40)

Hospitality:
The Antlers Hotel
(10pm to 2am)

Saturday, November 11th, 2023

Hospitality:
The Antlers Hotel
(11am to 3pm)

Coronation XLVIII: A Night in the Snowy Renaissance:
The Antlers
Doors at 5:00pm, Dinner at 5:30pm, Coronation begins at 6:00pm
(With Dinner- $90, Without Dinner – $60)
Please email President of the Board of Advisors Mesha Narie Fierce with any dietary restrictions at president@ucppe.org

Hospitality:
The Antlers
(30 minutes after Crowning to 2am)

Sunday, November 12th, 2023

Victory Brunch:
The Antlers
Doors at 10:30am, Brunch at 11am
(With Brunch – $35. Without Brunch – $25)

Victory Shot Party and Show:
Luxe Daiquiri Lounge
4pm
(Free Admission)

 

We are looking forward to seeing you all in Colorado Springs!

Coronation Tickets

Walks and Entrances

Individuals representing Courts, Businesses or Organizations are encouraged to walk. Groups with five (5) or more representatives are invited to do an entrance limited to a maximum of five (5) minutes. Performances are limited to seven (7) minutes. Appropriate formal or themed attire and regalia is requested for everyone on the stage for crowning ceremony. Appropriate content: no confetti, no glitter, nudity, open flames, live animals, bare breasts, or exposed buttocks.

Hospitality Suite

 Friday Hospitality:
The Antlers Hotel
4 South Cascade Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
(12noon to 4pm and 10pm to 2am)

Saturday, November 11th, 2023

Hospitality:
The Antlers Hotel
(11am to 3pm)

Hospitality:
The Antlers
(30 minutes after Crowning to 2am)

Protocol

Out of Town Protocol will be accepted by the Vice-President in the Hospitality Suite. Businesses and Organizations, please type out and print your protocol to be placed in its own envelope. Hand this protocol to the Coronation Coordinator.

In-Town Protocol will be collected by the Vice President of the Board. on 8 ½ x 11 paper. Accepted from 10:00am—1:00pm. Protocol should be typed.
Please spell difficult words or names phonetically.  All Protocol can also be emailed to vicepresident@ucppe.org .

Coronation Program Ads

Place an Ad in our Coronation Program!

Full Page (8.5 in x 11 in): $150
Half Page (8.5 in x 5.5 in): $75
Inside Front or Inside Back Cover: $250

All program ads are full color. All specifics for ad submission will be available on our website.

The deadline for payment and submission of ads is September 30, 2024.

Ads will not be printed until payment has been received.

You may also purchase your ad online via our secure server and upload your content via our upload page:

  • Coronation Program Ads

    Coronation Program Ad Full Page

    The deadline for placing an ad is September 30, 2024. All ads should be camera-ready art, digital format. Ad should be of the dimensions of 8 x 10.5 in. Ensure ad is in either .jpg, .png format. Please upload completed ads at the upload page.

  • Coronation Program Ads

    Coronation Program Ad Half Page

    The deadline for placing an ad is September 30, 2024. All ads should be camera-ready art, digital format. Ad should be of the dimension of 8 x 5 in. Ensure ad is in either .jpg, .png format. Please upload completed ads at the upload page.

  • Coronation Program Ads

    Coronation Program Ad Inside Covers

    The deadline for placing an ad is September 30, 2024. All ads should be camera-ready art, digital format. Ad dimensions should be 8 x 10.5 in. Ensure ad is in either .jpg, .png format. Please upload completed ads at the upload page.

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Got Questions about Coronation 48? Email to President@ucppe.org

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  • Coronation Program Ads

    Coronation Program Ad Full Page

    The deadline for placing an ad is September 30, 2024. All ads should be camera-ready art, digital format. Ad should be of the dimensions of 8 x 10.5 in. Ensure ad is in either .jpg, .png format. Please upload completed ads at the upload page.

  • Coronation Program Ads

    Coronation Program Ad Half Page

    The deadline for placing an ad is September 30, 2024. All ads should be camera-ready art, digital format. Ad should be of the dimension of 8 x 5 in. Ensure ad is in either .jpg, .png format. Please upload completed ads at the upload page.

  • Coronation Program Ads

    Coronation Program Ad Inside Covers

    The deadline for placing an ad is September 30, 2024. All ads should be camera-ready art, digital format. Ad dimensions should be 8 x 10.5 in. Ensure ad is in either .jpg, .png format. Please upload completed ads at the upload page.

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