SOCIAL PROGRAMME INFORMATION

Social function tickets will NOT be confirmed until full payment is received at the IBA office. If full payment is not received by Friday 12 September, then tickets will be released without further notice.
Tickets, where relevant, must be purchased for children over 13 years old. Some social functions may not be suitable for young children and, if this is the case, the IBA reserves the right not to admit them.

Ticket amendments and returns

All social function ticket bookings must be finalised by close of business on Wednesday 1 October. After this date all amendments, returns and purchases of social function tickets will only be possible upon arrival at the conference. Please note that new ticket purchases will be subject to availability at the conference. Refunds, subject to a 15 per cent administration charge, for returned tickets will only be made if the ticket is resold. All refunds will be made from the London office after the conference.

Social function prices

The IBA does not mark up ticket prices or make a profit from social functions. Dining in a large group will sometimes cost more than dining individually because of additional costs such as room hire, transport, decoration, etc. 

Committee socials

A full list of committee social functions and a booking form will be sent to all delegates with their registration acknowledgment.

Please download the SOCIAL FUNCTION TICKET form here (Adobe PDF format)

Dress code

The conference dress code is smart casual for working sessions and social events unless otherwise stated.

SUNDAY
1800 – 1900 *Opening ceremony	La Rural Coach transport will be provided from the Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel & Convention Center.
1930 - 2230 *Welcome party	Sponsored by         La Rural La Rural was established 130 years ago as the main agricultural and cattle show ground in Argentina, and its heritage is still visible today. Located in the heart of Buenos Aires, it is a unique landmark. Tonight is to be a traditional Argentinean affair – a stunning gaucho barbecue, local musicians and entertainers, great wines, artisans demonstrating and selling their wares and then a spectacular horse show – Opera Pampa – depicting Argentina’s early history. It is a night not to be missed.
MONDAY
The Marriott Plaza Hotel is a 5-10 minute walk from the Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel & Convention Center. All non-ticketed daily delegate lunches will be held at the Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel & Convention Center.
1200 - 1500 European Forum lunch	Marriott Plaza Hotel Price £38
1300 - 1500 North American Forum lunch	Marriott Plaza Hotel Price £38
1300 - 1500 Arab Regional Forum lunch	Marriott Plaza Hotel Price £38
1300 - 1500 Public and Professional Interest Division lunch	Alvear Palace Hotel Price £45
Evening *Hosted Law Firm reception
TUESDAY
0830 - 1000        ABA welcome breakfast	Marriott Plaza Hotel
1300 - 1500 Asia Pacific Forum lunch	Marriott Plaza Hotel Price £38
1300 - 1500 Latin American Regional Forum lunch	Sponsored by:      Marriott Plaza Hotel Price: £38
1300 - 1500 Women Lawyer's lunch	Speaker: Dr Elena I Highton de Nolasco Vice-President, Supreme Court of Justice of Argentina, Buenos Aires, Argentina Marriott Plaza Hotel Price: £38
1830 Newcomer's reception	Marriott Plaza Hotel
2000 Joint Senior Lawyers and Women Lawyers Tango dinner	Dock TRES Puerto Madero                                          Transfer to and from the Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel & Convention Center will be provided Price: £63
WEDNESDAY
1300 - 1500 Legal Practice Division lunch	Marriott Plaza Hotel Price: £38
THURSDAY
IBA golf day	Jockey Club Argentino, San Isidro
1300 - 1500 Corporate Counsel lunch	Sponsored by:                               Marriott Plaza Hotel Price: £38
1300 - 1500 African Regional Forum lunch	Marriott Plaza Hotel Price: £38
1700 - 1900 IBA football match	Sponsored by:                                            The annual IBA world cup football match will this year feature Latin America vs the rest of the world. If you are interested in participating, please inform Keith Oliver (keoliver@petersandpeters.com) or Pable Vergara (p.vergara@ezabog.com.ar) prior to, or during the conference week. Match details will be circulated at a later stage. The likely venue is the world famous Boca Juniors Stadium - La Bombonera! There will be a nominal registration fee and all spectators will be welcome.
1830 Young lawyer's reception	Marriott Plaza Hotel
FRIDAY
1900 - 2200 Closing dinner and Tango show	A stunning finale to the week, this event takes place in one of Buenos Aires' unique tango clubs. Dinner will precede a spectacular show of tango music and dance - a fitting farewell to this vibrant and multi-faceted city. Price: £75
* Indicates functions open to delegates and registered accompanying persons for which there is no charge. Admission is by conference badge.