Most years, yes, civilian dates are allowed. I don't believe dates were allowed for the class of 2022, due to covid restrictions. Things seemed to be back to normal for the class of 2023.
Yes! Right to left: my son, his civilian date, my civilian daughter and her date (sons good friend). Prepare for any type of weather! 2022 saw 15" of snow!!
Dates are allowed for Ring Dance but that is it on guests. They don't have a family gathering during Ring Dance. It is typically right before graduation and it is the changing of the guard for the fristies to the 2Deg.