Featured Events in Washington D.C. in May 2025 (June Updated)

Join us for an all-day celebration on the day we launch the Exposed DC Photography Collection at the DC Public Library ! This celebration of local photography will showcase more than 300 stunning images throughout the day on the MLK Library 5th floor and its incredible roof deck. This one-day-only event will feature multimedia artist Robin Bell with a live video remix of the collection. Through projection mapping and archival artistry, Bell will transform images from the Exposed DC Photography Collection into a dynamic, site-specific performance and installation. The site-specific installation will continue through the evening reception, when DJ Sequoia and v:shal will join us on the roofdeck to provide music. The entire event is free and open to the public . Tax-deductible donations to support the work behind the Exposed DC collection and celebration can be made through Eventbrite and on site. The event will run continuously, with daytime hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and reception from 5 to 9 p.m. More event details to come! --- This project is supported in part by the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts. Information Source: Exposed DC | eventbrite

Welcome to the 1708 Lounge "Kappa Cigar Day Party" ! Get ready for a day filled with good vibes, great music, and of course, cigars. Join us at the Historic Kappa House on Sat May 24, 2025, at 3:00 PM for an unforgettable experience. This is the perfect event to kick-off your Memorial Day Weekend. This event will feature four (4) levels of entertainment, including: · Premium Open Bar · Complimentary Hors d’oeuvres · Cigar Giveaways · Multiple Cigar Vendors on site · Souvenir Giveaways · More to come! Music Provided by DJ Detoxx Special Guest: Mike Jackson of CigaR&B Information Source: Dr. Rondelle Price | eventbrite

https://www.samthemanburns.org AN OFFICIAL WORLD PRIDE EVENT NO ONE CAN SELL YOU A TICKET! BEWARE OF SCAMMERS ON FACEBOOK! THIS IS A FREE EVENT FOR REGISTERED GUESTS ON EVENTBRITE! CHARITABLE DONATIONS CAN BE ON EVENTBRITE The Official Summer Opener! #CapHouseFest – WorldPride Salutes Sam The Man Burns Saturday, May 24th, 2025. 10:30am-9pm Featuring a host of DJs that were personally connected to Sam Burns. Our lineup of talent and grooving DJs changes every year! You're always in for a great time when you attend #CapHouseFest! We have the full support of the NOMA BID, and have been working with the Mayor’s office, the Dept of Parks & Recreation and DC Government for our annual celebration honoring Sam’s legacy.” #SamIsLove #CapHouseFest #WeShallDanceAgain! The fans, dancers, househeads, volunteers, artists and DJs health and safety are our highest priority. Please feel free to wear a mask if that makes you comfortable. We shall commune and dance again! #CapHouseFest Sizzles! ••• UPDATE - January 31, 2025 ••• Join us for the 5th Annual #CapHouseFest Salutes Sam "The Man" Burns! Come show the love that Sam "The Man" Burns shared with so many. Our Official Summer Opener is kicking off World Pride & Black Pride 2025 with a stellar line up featuring World music and soulful House grooves! We lost our friend, partner and headliner Sam "The Man" Burns on March 7th, 2020. We have and continue work directly with his family, the estate and the Samuel Andre Burns Legacy Foundation to support Sam's visions and love, and to spread "Disco's Revenge" in his name. The Capital House Music Festival - World Music Event officially opens and closes summer every year. Everyone is welcome to join Capital House Music Festival for music, dancing and live performances. Black, White and Brown, you can all get down. Young, old and LBTGQ, we got something for you! We need you help! Our mission is to move your body with World House Music, raise funds and donations for Inner City Music Programs. Our charity is the Sam "The Man" Burns Legacy Foundation and we have already helped them establish their non-profit. We intend to raise funds to help them get established and develop their Arts and Cultural programs. It is dire that we all support the arts and make them accessible to the inner city youth! We've donated over $100,000 in services and equipment since 2017. This is our FREE event for the community. In our third year 2019 over 2000 came out and in 2021 over 5,000 were in attendance. Gloweventrentals.com is our Title Sponsor, Chrysis Entertainment is our Presenting Sponsor, Breasia Productions provides video and the legendary Pisces Sound will bring the BOOM! WPFW 89.3 is our Radio Sponsor and Fusicology.com is our Media Partner. Special promotions by Robbi The Promoter. Please donate here on eventbrite! Vendor space is available and we need volunteers. Learn more about how you can help make a difference by contacting us today at info@caphousefest.com. More information about the Sam "The Man" Burns Legacy Foundationcan be found at www.samthemanburns.org. #CapHouseFest - May 24th 2025 - Join us at the more accessible & better Alethia Tanner Park in NOMA DC. One block from Noma Metro Station (Red Line) with ample garage and street parking. THIS IS A FREE EVENT! Dozens of people volunteer and it cost over $40,000 to put on each festival. Please consider checking the "Donate what you want?" to help offset the costs. Plus the proceeds of your ticket donation will go to our charity fund. We also need reliable volunteers for the event. Please email info@caphousefest.com. We understand that everyone wants to attend. This event serves as charity fundraiser for the Sam "The Man" Burns Legacy Foundation, a non-profit. Tickets are available on eventbrite.com CapHouseFest "Donate Whatever You Want! $1 & Up.” 2021 proceeds helped establish the Sam "The Man" Legacy Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to work with all the projects Sam loved. We lost Sam who left behind his son Mason. in 2021, we gave Mason a $2500 scholarship for college.We continue to donate every year. Please be kind and give what you can. Thank you! The festivals are free and open to all. We cater to the fabric of House music i.e. peace, love, respect, freedom and unity. The House Music community consists of a diverse world mix touching all cultures and ethnic backgrounds coming together to enjoy the gift of dance. New Line Up TBD!!! REVIEWS...."EXCELLENT EVENT. The positive energy was electric, infectious and contagious. What happened in the park on Monday definitely catapults DC into the tier of premier Labor Day House Music events in the country. The dance space was wide, open and shady. The rain that fell heightened the spiritual aura of what House is about... We were all the blessed Monday in Malcolm X Park. I know I was." Produced and underwritten by gloweventrentals.com, CHRYSIS ENTERTAINMENT, djtantra.com, Chris Randolph aka CHOSEN (DJ, Promoter, event host & owner of Milk Chocolate City), NOMABID DC, iHealWellness.com, Fusicology and Tre Shadez Hair Studio in coordination with the Sam "The Man" Burns Legacy Foundationcan. 2024-25 CHARITY - The Sam The Man Burns Legacy Foundation THE LINE UP... You can count on us to "BRING THE HEAT!" with diverse (male/female and LGBTQ) soulful, grooving talent! ARTISTS JULIE MCKNIGHT DANNIS WINSTON _______________ DJs MIKKI AFFLICK TANTRA PATTI KANE ED BAILEY DONNA EDWARDS DJ POPE DJ SEDRICK DJ JAY JAY HOUSECAT CHOSEN BLAKE THE SNAKE PRESENTING SPONSOR MEDIA PARTNER VIDEOS Information Source: #CapHouseFest Sponsored by Chrysis Ent, LLC | eventbrite

GRANDIOSE WHITE ON THE WATERFRONT SATURDAY, MAY 24TH, 2025 - MEMORIAL WEEKEND HQO BUILDING, NAVY YARD 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM EVENT DESCRIPTION: PANORAMIC VIEWS OF THE ANACOSTIA RIVER IN NAVY YARD CONTEMPORARY INDOOR/OUTDOOR SPACES TENTED OUTDOOR SPACE GARAGE PARKING ALL WHITE ATTIRE MANDATORY VIP BOTTLE SERVICE: INSIDE: $500 MINIMUM (TAX & GRATUITY NOT INCLUDED) + 6 TICKETS OUTSIDE: $750 MINIMUM (TAX & GRATUITY NOT INCLUDED) + 6 TICKETS ALL OUTDOOR VIP TABLES ARE TENTED BOTTLE MENU: DON JULIO REPOSADO 425 ESPOLON REPOSADO 350 JAMESON 300 HENNESSEY 400 TITOS 300 BRUGAL RUM 300 MOET ROSE 300 PROSECCO 150 WINE 100 DON JULIO 1942 $850 CLASE AZUL $850 BOTTLE PACKAGES: 1 PREMIUM 2 CHAMPAGNE $500 WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND ALL GUESTS WHO RESERVE BOTTLE SERVICE ARRIVE AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE. RESERVATIONS WILL BE FORFEITED AT 7:00 PM. TABLE RESERVATION FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE. TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITING LIST FOR TABLES OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL (202)422-9030 SOUNDS BY: C-STYLEZ, K-META, CURRY WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND ALL GUESTS WHO RESERVE TABLES ARRIVE AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE, AS TABLES WILL BE TURNED OVER TO INCOMING GENERAL PUBLIC RESERVATIONS PROMPTLY AT 9:00 PM. TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITING LIST FOR TABLES OR FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL (202)422-9030 A PORTION OF THE PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED TO DSV GROUP ELEVATES CORP FOR THEIR LEGACY SCHOLARSHIPS AND YOUTH ENTREPRENEURIAL PROJECTS. Information Source: The Grandiose Group | eventbrite

El cautivador viaje de 'La Música Venezolana', creado por el divulgador musical César Muñoz, ofrece al público una oportunidad única para sumergirse en las historias, melodías y figuras icónicas que han moldeado la rica cultura musical de Venezuela. Desde los evocadores orígenes de su folclore, pasando por el nacimiento del vals venezolano, hasta la vibrante era de las grandes orquestas de baile y el esplendor de los años dorados del pop, este espectáculo revive las melodías que han definido generaciones. POLÍTICA DE DEVOLUCIÓN: Todas las ventas son finales. Los tickets para esta función no son reembolsables. Este evento permite la transferencia de boletos a otra persona. Las transferencias pueden facilitarse contactando directamente al organizador del evento en info@tiranube.com Al comprar un boleto, aceptas estos términos de compra. RETURN POLICY: All sales are final. Tickets for this event are non-refundable. This event allows ticket transfers to another person. Transfers can be facilitated by contacting the event organizer directly at info@tiranube.com . By purchasing a ticket, you agree to these terms of purchase. Information Source: Tiranube Entertainment | eventbrite

Brace yourself for a special edition of EATS, BEATS, & DRINKS! 90's vs 00's MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND! Enjoy curated cuisine, craft cocktails, & music by DJ Gemini. Plenty of parking available! FREE Street parking, Garage parking at WHOLE FOODS, & Valet parking at AC Hotel. Drink specials from ALTOS TEQUILA & SMOKE LAB VODKA ! Celebrating a birthday? Invite the entire squad and celebrate in fashion at DC's luxurious rooftop bar furnished with plush seating along with two fire pits and heated patio. VIP TABLE purchasers please send an email with a list of attendees in your party before MAY 24th. With purchasing a ticket and attending the event, you consent to having your likeness, image, & voice being used for marketing purposes. Information Source: RWB ENTERTAINMENT | eventbrite

SUNDAY MAY 25TH 2025 5:00PM - 10:00PM THE ROOFTOP SOCIAL MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND EDITION PERCH ROOFTOP LOUNGE CAMBRIA HOTEL CAPITAL WATERFRONT 69 Q STREET SW WASHINGTON DC 20024 ADVANCE TICKETS JUST $10 MORE AT THE DOOR AMENITIES INCLUDE: ROOFTOP INDOOR/OUTDOOR LOUNGE FULL FOOD MENU (ROOFTOP) CRAFTED COCKTAILS VALET PARKING - $20 FOR BOTTLE SERVICE/TABLE RESERVATIONS PLEASE CALL/TEXT 202.590.6323 TWO DJ'S SPINNING HIP-HOP, R&B, AFRO BEATS, SOCA, SALSA, TOP40 & MORE! **MUST BE 21 & OLDER **ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS THANK YOU TERRY FRASIER SOCIAL ARCHITECTS Information Source: SOCIAL ARCHITECTS - TERRY FRASIER | eventbrite

VYBZ FESTIVAL DMV (WASHINGTON DC)- AFROBEATS vs DANCEHALL vs SOCA Come join us at KARMA DC Friday May 9, for the ultimate music experience! Bring your Flags and represent your GENRE ! This in-person event will be one for the books, so grab your friends and get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime. Don't miss out on the party of the year - mark your calendars now! Information Source: PLATINUM ENT | eventbrite

We're very excited to team up with The District Sports Bar , right in the best part of DC. We bring the best Tuesday vibes possible, with the best comedians, every Tuesday. The best Tuesday thing to do! This Tuesday ( May 27 ), we have the hilarious Jasmine Burton coming through to close out our show. Jasmine has been setting the scene on fire ever since she started, headlining shows at Miracle Theater and the Dc Comedy Loft, and traveling the country opening for touring headliners. She's hilarious, smart, and has a truly unique perspective. Come check her out! Also appearing on the show: Mike Kurtz (Netflix Comedy Festival, tours wih Ms. Pat) More TBA Doors are at 7:30 , show starts at 8:30 ! 2 item minimum per person. *lineup subject to change. Information Source: CryBaby DC | eventbrite

This is a 2-night course! Hey there! Are you ready to start planning for your retirement but not sure where to begin? Join us at Retirement Planning University at Georgetown University where we will cover everything you need to know to start preparing for your golden years. From investment strategies to healthcare options, we've got you covered! Date: 2 nights // May 27th & May 28th Time: 6:00 PM Location: John R. Thompson Jr. Intercollegiate Athletic Center - Nolan Hall Come join us for a fun and informative evening of retirement planning. See you there! CLICK BELOW FOR EASY DIRECTIONS Click - Directions to the Venue Click - Directions to Parking Click - Walking Directions to the Classroom Looking for upcoming events in your area? Navigate to the Retirement Planning University Eventbrite Page for a list of all scheduled events. Want to join us in the future? Follow the Retirement Planning University Eventbrite Page to receive timely updates on newly posted events. Can't find an event in your area? Reach out to us! By email: info@retirementplanninguniversity.com By phone: 844-476-7353 One of our representatives will be happy to assist you! Looking for more info about Retirement Planning University? Find us at www.retirementplanninguniversity.com for all things RPU! Why you should attend Retirement Planning University: If you’re like most people in or near retirement, you probably get invited to “free dinner seminars” all the time. This. Is. Totally. Different. Retirement Planning University is a non-profit designed to provide far more value than the regular dinner seminar. You’ll get real in-depth training on all the retirement planning topics you need in an educational environment, without the high-pressure pitch ! Retirement Planning University will cover specific topics such as 401(k)s, IRAs, brokerage accounts, taxes, health care, estate planning, etc., but specific financial products will NOT be discussed. The class will be taught by a qualified financial professional who will enhance the learning experience with real-life examples. Along with the 2-night course we invite you to have a complimentary Strategy Session with a trusted advisor. Learn how to optimize different types of retirement accounts to maximize cash flow Find out how you can reduce or eliminate unanticipated estate expenses Discover the impact that tax law changes will have on your retirement income Discover how to avoid the pitfalls of taking retirement income distributions Maximize Social Security Discover which of the 567 ways to claim will get you the most from your hard-earned benefits Combat Market Volatility Learn ways you can reduce or eliminate market losses, and discover the truth about “buy and hold” Reduce Tax R isk See how you may be able to reduce your #1 lifetime expense, taxes, with today’s unique tax-planning strategies Estate Planning 101 Understand the process that ensures your assets stay with your family (not the IRS and the courts) Retirement Healthcare Get clear on your retirement healthcare options without buying expensive Long Term Care insurance Income Planning Create an income plan to help you avoid what most Americans fear: Running out of money in retirement Disclosures: Included in your tuition is the opportunity to meet one-on-one with the course instructor to address your personal questions and apply the course material to your specific situation. This is the equivalent of “Office Hours” in a university setting. This session is not mandatory, but has been described by many as the highlight of the course. Retirement Planning University® is a non-profit organization. It is not sponsored or presented by any accredited University. If you are a Financial Advisor, we ask as a professional courtesy that you do not register for this course. If you are a Financial Advisor and would like to attend as a training course, there is a $2500.00 registration fee for your attendance. Advisory services through Strategic Wealth Investment Group (SWIG), a federally registered investment adviser under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940. Registration as an investment adviser does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Insurance products offered through Strategic Wealth Designers (SWD). SWIG and SWD are affiliated but separate entities. 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KICK OFF 2025 THE RIGHT WAY WITH THE BEST NETWORKING IN DC!!! As seen in Entrepreneur Magazine. We’re DC's premier tech networking event with one of the largest membership groups in Southern California and growing every month! Don't miss this opportunity to meet your next big business connection! Join us for a healthy dose of startup and tech networking in DC. Meet your next client Find your next job Start a conversation with a new cofounder F ind new friends that share common interests Get some great advice from our founder JOIN US FROM 6:00 - 9:00PM DRINKS* AMAZING COMPANY TOP COMPANIES TOP TALENT COMPANIES OFTEN IN ATTENDANCE (... just to name a few) Google • Sony • Electronic Arts • Hulu • The Honest Company • Disney • Apple • Activision • Live Nation • Dollar Shave Club • Facebook • Snapchat • Trunk Club • ZipRecruiter • Experian • DreamWorks • HBO • Edmunds.com • Buzzfeed • NBCUniversal • YouTube • BeachBody • Playstation • Amazon • SpaceX • Bird • Vice Media • Netflix • GumGum • Vayner Media • Activision • Microsoft • Openai connect in tech is the fastest growing networking group in DC focusing on tech, startups and entrepreneurship. Professional Networking Events, Panel Discussions. The pandemic was tough on us all but now IRL events are back. DC is home to startup elite, aspiring entrepreneurs, successful startup founders and venture capital in the Dallas area. Our core goal is to connect people through IRL networking events, online networking events and large summits. Enjoy DC's most successful Startup & Tech Mixer. Mingle with highly successful Men & Women in the Startup, TECH & Entrepreneurial space. Enjoy an amazing night with some of the best in the business! Our events are comprised of the most influential professionals in the area. Our purpose is to help our members forge strong, lasting relationships within the Silicon Beach community – combining Fortune 500/1000s with Entrepreneurs and Startups. We creating unique opportunities & connections to help you grow your business and network. cash bar, No Refunds, Substitutions or Exchanges Lucas Bean - founder @ weconnect DC prev founder: founder of Silicon Beach Professionals & DC Tech Mixers FAQ (Please Read) ***Event Date & location subject to change as per the organizers discretion. If event changes date your ticket will still be valid for the rescheduled event date or new venue. No Refunds, Exchanges or Substitutions*** •• Will someone from the sponsored companies be there? Companies who sponsor things such as events, baseball teams, billboards etc. aren't always at an event. if someone shows up that works at one of our sponsors, awesome. We do not guarantee someone from our sponsors will be there. I f you can't make an event after ticket purchase? We have events every month. Reach out to us and perhaps we can give you free access to our next event. We want to make sure you get value from our events by making connections. For in person events: •• Why isn't food & drinks free? Because we are a startup Networking Organization ourselves. A startup that provides networking as a service with entrepreneurs, startup and tech people. We're here to make lasting offline connections not to feed, bathe and cloth you. Information Source: DC Tech Mixer | eventbrite

Get ready for another unforgettable Singles Happy Hour at Royal Sands in Navy Yard ! Our last happy hour sold out with more than 200 amazing singles attending, and we’re back to do it again. We’re thrilled to be partnering with City Girls DC and invite you to join us for an evening of mingling, irresistible drink specials, and wonderful company. Mark your calendar and spread the word to your single friends—let’s kick off the summer together at Royal Sands! This event will be held upstairs on the 2nd floor. *This is an unstructured happy hour - not speed dating or matchmaking Women: Nervous to come alone? We got you. Come a half hour early at 6:30 p.m. to grab a drink, make some friends, and find a wingwoman! DRINK SPECIALS : $6.25 Kona, Outlaw Lager and Modelo drafts $7.50 Wheatley Vodka basic drinks $9.50 Tito's Paloma $9.50 Transfusion $6.50 Coconut Kamikaze and Orange Tea shots FOOD SPECIALS : $10 Pineapple Guacamole $10 The Floridian Roll $12 Smash Burger Slider Trio $12 Hot Truffle Chicken Slider Trio $12 Ahi Tuna Nachos Follow us on Instagram for more information: @SinglesOnSocials_DC Note: this event is for those 21 and older Information Source: Singles on Socials DC | eventbrite

This panel features Sergei Chapnin , Sarah Makin, Ben Weaver , and moderator Ilya Ponomarev in a discussion on the role Russian Orthodoxy could play in restoring democracy after regime change, how to secure freedom of conscience in a multi-confessional Russia, and the realities of religious persecution both inside Russia and in occupied Ukrainian territories. Panelists bring expertise in theology, human rights, and policy to examine the challenges and possibilities for a more open, pluralistic future. The conversation will also address whether Church reform is possible—and if so, how it might contribute to healing and rebuilding in a post-authoritarian Russia. Sergei Chapnin is a Russian Orthodox Christian journalist, contemporary Christian art curator, and former senior official within the Russian Orthodox Church (ROC). He is preparing to present his forthcoming report to the United Nations documenting religious persecution in Russia from 2022 to 2025. During his service as executive editor of the Journal of the Moscow Patriarchate, Chapnin established himself as an expert on Orthodox culture while simultaneously developing a prophetic voice against the concerning alliance between Church and State. Following his dismissal in 2015 for his principled stance against this entanglement, he has emerged as a leading Orthodox public figure warning against the spiritual dangers of politicized faith, particularly under Patriarch Kirill's leadership and amid Russia's nationalist and militarist trajectory. Now residing in New York City, Chapnin serves as the director of communications at the Orthodox Christian Studies Center at Fordham University since 2022, while continuing his ministry through writing and speaking internationally, bearing witness to the perilous consequences of state-aligned religion, the crisis of moral and spiritual leadership in contemporary Russian Orthodoxy, and the vital role of sacred art in preserving the integrity of Christian witness in the face of authoritarianism. Sarah Makin is a human rights advocate, filmmaker, and former U.S. government official with deep expertise in international religious freedom. She served in the first Trump administration as Deputy Assistant to President Trump, Senior Director on the National Security Council, and the President’s Senior Advisor on International Religious Freedom. She worked on a range of policy initiatives related to religious liberty, civil society, and state-federal engagement. Makin is also a producer of Faith Under Siege, a documentary that investigates the persecution of religious communities in Russian-occupied Ukraine. Her work in Ukraine builds on a broader career dedicated to defending religious minorities, countering authoritarian repression, and advancing human rights. She continues to collaborate with international partners, civil society leaders, and faith communities to promote religious freedom and democratic resilience worldwide. Information Source: eventbrite

Welcome to First Sips Of Summer! Come join us at Smoke & Mirrors for a fun-filled event to kick off the summer season. Get ready to enjoy refreshing drinks, delicious food, live music, and great company as we celebrate the start of sunny days and warm nights. Don't miss out on the chance to make some unforgettable memories and toast to the beginning of summer with us! First of the 5 monthly Summer Series events! What to Expect: Immersive Cocktail Bars — Enjoy cocktail activations, featuring premium spirits from Bacardi’s renowned portfolio, including D'USSÉ, Patrón, Angel’s Envy, and Grey Goose. Gourmet Bites — Passed hors d'oeuvres to complement your cocktail journey. Live DJ — Groove to the beats of a live DJ as you mix and mingle with DC’s finest. On Site Raffles- 20 Mystery vouchers will be raffled off. Ranging from 15%-50% off future checks, Complimentry cocktails, and Complimentry Dinners for Two. Full Bar- Full bar will be available for additional cocktails and drinks for purchase. Ticket Starting from $60 for General Admission Tickets including group rates Don’t miss out on this unforgettable evening of cocktails, networking, and celebrating the Last Sips of Summer in style! Please feel free to share your experience on social media and tag us! Information Source: Smoke and Mirrors | eventbrite

We cordially request the pleasure of your company at the Embassy of France, La Maison Francaise, for a delightful evening of French music, wine, and culture presented by the French American Chamber of Commerce. You are welcome to attend the event on your own or with friends to network with fellow Francophiles, French VIPs, diplomats, professionals and business people in the wonderful Maison Francaise at the French Embassy. From the elegance of classical French culture to the most celebrated Parisian nightlife of the 21st Century, experience a special evening of fantastic French food, wine, music, and Parisian ambiance in the beautiful and festive Maison Francaise at the French embassy. On the Menu: Delicious French food Hors-d'oeuvres and buffets prepared by Chef Daniel Labonne, Executive Chef of the French and German Embassies Ham by Jambon de Bayonne, with live demo Crepes Desserts by Fresh Baguette Live Music All Night! Guitarist Julien Xuereb sings classic French songs The incredible Crush Funk The amazing Palmardy DJ Mad Bow Open Bar All Night Excellent red, white and rosé wines from Bordeaux, Burgundy, Beaujolais, Loire Valley, Alsace, Rhone, Provence, etc. Wine tasting Champagne and bubblies from France Try French drinks such as Tomate, Perroquet, Kir,Jacqueline, etc. 5 Ticket Options Versailles Premium Entry Reception : walk the red carpet at 7pm, and stay until the end of the event. Enjoy a glass of Champagne when you arrive, special hors-d'oeuvres prepared by the French Embassy's Executive Chef Daniel Labonne, high-end wines from France, and live French songs and music. No guaranted seating. Eiffel Tower Tickets : Enter at 8pm. Open bar, food, music and entertainment. Champs Elysées VIP Table Service for Singles : From 7:00pm to 11:00pm (includes Premium Entry Reception). You will seat at a reserved table in a ropped-off prime area, with up to 3 others guests. Unlimited Champagne, wine and personal service during the entire event. Very limited number of tables. Please reserve early. An opportunity to make new friends and maybe plan a trip together to Paris? Champs Elysées VIP Table Service for Couples : From 7:00pm to 11:00pm (includes Premium Entry Reception). You will seat at a reserved table for just you two, in a roped-off prime area, with unlimited Champagne, wine and personal service during the entire event. Very limited number of tables so reserve early. Champs Elysées VIP Table Service for up to 4 . From 7:00pm to 11:00pm (includes Permium Entry Reception). You will seat at a reserved table for you and up to 3 of your friends, in a roped-off prime area, with unlimited Champagne, wine and personal service during the entire event. Very limited number of tables so reserve early. Additional Info: This is a fundraiser: please help the FACC continue to organize great events. For security reasons, there will be no parking inside the Embassy. Public parking is available on Reservoir Rd and across the street at Georgetown University Hospital's parking garage. This is an adult-only event. No one under 21 allowed. Dress Code: Cocktail attire. French accents (bleu, blanc, rouge) welcome. No refunds. Trust for the National Mall A portion of your registration fee will be donated to the Trust for the National Mall for the restoration of Lafayette Park, located just beyond the White House gates on Pennsylvania Ave. The park is a living legacy to France’s role in American history, dating back to Pierre Charles L’Enfant’s original plans for the city. With statues to Comte de Rochambeau and Marquis de Lafayette, Lafayette Park is a symbol of the importance of French American relations. Today, the park is in disrepair and needs to be restored to a level of excellence befitting the park’s history and prominent location. As 2026 approaches and the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Trust is leading, and wants to have completed in 2026, the effort to restore the fountains, replant the gardens, and create a safer, more visitor-friendly park for generations to come. Visit www.nationalmall.org for more information. Information Source: International Club of DC Cultural Events | eventbrite

Washington Improv Theater is dedicated to sharing the ideas and spirit of improv with all of DC. WIT’s free introductory Improv For All workshops are high-fun, low-stress classes designed to show you how improvisers create spontaneous, off-the-cuff theater. Our enthusiastic and friendly instructors work to make sure everyone is able to participate in a playful and trusting atmosphere. Whether you are thinking about signing up for one of our eight-week courses, interested in exploring the ideas of improv, or just looking for one night of silly, get-out-of-your-head play, our Improv For All workshops are accessible to anyone and everyone.* You don’t need theater experience. You don’t need to be a “funny person.” Just come in ready to have a good time. Improv is an amazing way to help people connect with each other and have a reignite their sense of play. And we think Washington needs that pretty seriously. So join in on the fun – we offer free Improv For All workshops every month of the year! These workshops are free but registration is required. They tend to fully enroll. Washington Improv Theater strives to ensure its events are accessible to all audiences at our home stage at Studio Theatre. This event will take place in the Milton Theater on the 2nd floor. It is accessible by both elevator and stairs. Accessibility: This workshop will be held in a handicap accessible venue. Information Source: Improv for All | eventbrite

Timeless Muchasurveys Czech painter and decorative artist Alphonse Mucha (1860-1939), exploring his revolutionary contributions to graphic design and the enduring influence of his signature style. Featuring over 100 works from the Mucha Trust Collection, the exhibition traces Mucha’s artistic evolution—from his early training to his rise as a leading figure in the Art Nouveau movement—highlighting his intricate linework, flowing forms, and highly stylized designs that transformed poster art, commercial illustration, and visual aesthetics worldwide. In the 1960s, Mucha’s distinctive style was revived in the vibrant poster art of the counterculture movement, becoming a hallmark of psychedelic rock posters, album covers, comic books, and Japanesemanga.

Prepare to visit an incredible exhibition "Monet: The Immersive Experience" in Washington DC. Discover the art of Claude Monet through 360º digital projections and a virtual reality experience. Learn about Monet's life and career in detail. View his Impressionist artwork and see the world in the way he painted it.

Oysters & Prosecco Fundraiser for Eliana's Light at Italian Bar: 5:30-6:30p Come join us at Italian Bar for a delightful evening of champagne and oysters, all for a good cause! We'll be raising funds for Eliana's Light , a local non-profit that supports DC, MD & VA families with children who have complex medical conditions. You'll learn directly from a sommelier and a mermellier too. This event has 3 timeslots, and this registration form is for the 5:30pm to 6:30pm one. Swing by to enjoy some delicious treats while connecting with community members and supporting a great cause. See you there! Information Source: Eliana's Light | eventbrite

Join us for an inspiring and empowering discussion with influential Latina leaders! Date: May 1, 2025 Time: 5-7:00 PM ET Location: RSM 1250 H St NW #700, Washington, DC 20005 Event Overview: This roundtable aims to create a space for Latina CEOs and executives to share insights, challenges, and successes in their professional journeys. Together, we will explore strategies for empowerment, collaboration, and leadership in today's dynamic business landscape. Association Latinos Workforce Trends Study identifies that most Latina/os hold the position of Manager in the association workforce. Lean In Latinas’ research indicates that Latinas end up the least represented at the top: only 1 percent of C-suite executives in the corporate sector are Latina. Our CEO Roundtable: Latinas Poderosas aims to highlight Latinas in the C-Suite within the association sector. Attendees will learn about the career progression of the panelists, hear about their day-to-day management, challenges they face, and what resources they leverage. This session is designed to provide insight on how to map out a journey to the C-Suite and build a network with attendees. Moderator : Diana Dabdub, CAE Senior Director for Admissions & Recruitment Affairs, American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges Panelists: Celia Trigo Besore, MBA, FASAE, CAE , CEO The Monitoring Association McLean, VA Silvia Quevedo, CAE Executive Director, Lamaze International Emi Reyes , CEO, Latino Economic Development Center (LEDC) Agenda: 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm - Networking with hors d'oeuvres and wine/beer 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm - Panel discussion 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm - Post session networking and closing Join us as we celebrate the power of Latina leadership! Information Source: Association Latinos | eventbrite

Champagne & Oysters Fundraiser for Eliana's Light at Italian Bar: 7:30-8:30pm time slot Come join us at the Italian Bar for a delightful evening of champagne and oysters, all for a good cause! We'll be raising funds for Eliana's Light , a local non-profit that supports DC, MD, and VA families that include children who have complex and serious illnesses. 100% of donations will go to families in significant financial need. You can make a real difference for them, and you'll have the opportunity to learn from a sommelier and a mermmelier. This registration is for the 7:30-8:30pm time slot. Hope to see you there! Information Source: Eliana's Light | eventbrite

Champagne & Oysters Fundraiser for Eliana's Light at Italian Bar: 6:30-7:30pm time slot Come join us at the Italian Bar for a delightful evening of champagne and oysters. We'll be coming together in community to raise funds for Eliana's Light , a local non-profit that supports families with children who have complex and serious illnesses. You'll have the opportunity to learn from a sommelier and a mermellier while you connect with and help others. The event has 3 time slots. This registration is for the 6 :30pm to 7:30pm time slot. Space is limited. See you there! Information Source: Eliana's Light | eventbrite

The Elliott School Book Launch Series, Illiberalism Studies Program, and Institute for European, Russian and Eurasian Studies are pleased to present the book launch for Ideology and Meaning Making Under the Putin Regime . About the Event 12PM - Opening Remarks Alyssa Ayres, Dean of the Elliott School of International Affairs 12:05PM - Book Talk Marlene Laruelle, Research Professor of International Affairs and Political Science, Director of the Illiberalism Studies Program, Elliott School of International Affairs 12:15PM - Discussant Remarks Maria Snegovaya, Senior Fellow, Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program, CSIS Julian G. Waller, Research Analyst, Center for Naval Analyses, Professorial Lecturer, The George Washington University. 12:35PM - Q&A This will be a hybrid event. Guests are welcome to join us at 1957 E St at the Elliott School of International Affairs or online via Zoom. Please register for more information on accessing the event online. The event is open to the media and public and it will be recorded. Lunch will be provided. About the Book Much has been written to try to understand the ideological characteristics of the current Russian government, as well as what is happening inside the mind of Vladimir Putin. Refusing pundits' clichés that depict the Russian regime as either a cynical kleptocracy or the product of Putin's grand Machiavellian designs, Ideology and Meaning-Making under the Putin Regime offers a critical genealogy of ideology in Russia today. Marlene Laruelle provides an innovative, multi-method analysis of the Russian regime's ideological production process and the ways it is operationalized in both domestic and foreign policies. Ideology and Meaning-Making under the Putin Regime reclaims the study of ideology as an unavoidable component of the tools we use to render the world intelligible and represents a significant contribution to the scholarly debate on the interaction between ideas and policy decisions. By placing the current Russian regime into a broader context of different strains of strategic culture, ideological interest groups, and intellectual history, this book gives readers key insights into how the Russo-Ukrainian War became possible and the role ideology played in enabling it. About the Speakers Marlene Laruelle is Research Professor of International Affairs and Political Science and Director of the Illiberalism Studies Program at the George Washington University's Elliott School of International Affairs. Laruelle works on the rise of populist and illiberal movements in post-Soviet Eurasia, Europe and the US. She is the former Director of the Institute for European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies (IERES) and of the Central Asia Program (CAP). Maria Snegovaya is a Senior Fellow for Russia and Eurasia with the Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and an Adjunct Professor in Georgetown University's Walsh School of Foreign Service. She studies Russia’s domestic and foreign policy, as well as democratic backsliding in post-communist Europe and the tactics used by Russian actors and proxies who exploit these dynamics in the region. Her analysis has been published in multiple policy and peer-reviewed journals. Her research and commentary have appeared in a number of publications such as the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, The Economist, and Foreign Policy. Throughout her career she has collaborated with multiple U.S. research centers and think tanks such as Center for a New American Security and Center for European Policy Analysis. Snegovaya holds a PhD in political science from Columbia University. Julian Waller is a Research Analyst in the Russia Studies Program at the Center for Naval Analyses (CNA Corporation) and a Professorial Lecturer in Political Science at George Washington University. His research focuses on the politics of authoritarian rule, elite strategic decision-making, civil-military relations, political-military affairs, and ideological illiberalism in post-Soviet Eurasia, Europe, and elsewhere. His academic research has been published widely, including in Communist and Post-Communist Studies, the Journal of Advanced Military Studies, Political Studies Review, and Problems of Post-Communism, and he has written for policy-oriented publications including as Foreign Affairs, War on the Rocks, the National Interest, and American Affairs. He holds a Ph.D in Political Science from George Washington University (2022). Information Source: Elliott School Book Launch Series | eventbrite

Meeting in Tirana last month, the Defense Ministers of Albania, Croatia, and Kosovo surprised many observers – and dismayed others -- by signing a Joint Declaration in the security realm. Citing NATO’s Strategic Concept and the EU’s Strategic Compass, the far-reaching declaration promises cooperation on critical goals and challenges of the era: Promoting defense industry and supply chains Enhancing interoperability Countering hybrid threats Advancing Euro-Atlantic integration Is the Joint Declaration a model of regional and European self-reliance, and a watershed for Balkans security? What about sharp negative reaction in some quarters? Join us for this exceptional discussion featuring Albanian Ambassador Ervin Bushati, Croatian Ambassador Pjer Šimunović and Kosovo Ambassador Ilir Dugolli, hosted by SAIS Lecturer & FPI Senior Fellow, Edward P. Joseph About the speakers Ervin Bushati currently serves as the resident Ambassador of Albania to the United States and as the non-resident Ambassador to Mexico, Panama, the Dominican Republic, Guatemala, and Costa Rica. He has previously sat as a Member of Parliament in Albania from 2013 to 2021, where he also worked on the Economy and Finance Committee, the Foreign Policy Committee, and as the Head of the Delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly of the European Council. Mr. Bushati also covered elections in Russia and Ukraine as an election reporter for the OSCE and the Council of Europe, delivering strong content regarding the process of election, while staying politically neutral and providing a fair reflection of views in those countries. Before starting in politics, Mr. Bushati was the founder and managing director of Bushati Konstruksion. He earned his bachelor's degree in economics from DePaul University in Chicago in 1999. Pjer Šimunović has served as Croatia's Ambassador to the US since September 2017. Together with a career in journalism and academic research he served in various high-level positions in the Croatian Government, in the fields of national security, defense and diplomacy, as Director of the Office of the National Security Council, Ambassador to Israel, Defense State Secretary, National Coordinator for NATO and Assistant Foreign Minister. He worked with the BBC World Service in London, with the magazine Europ in Paris, and with the Croatian daily Večernji List; in Zagreb, covering foreign affairs. A regular speaker on political and security issues at many conferences and seminars, he is the author of a range of security studies and articles published in the leading international journals. Ambassador Šimunović holds an M.A. degree from the Department of War Studies, King's College London. He is decorated with the title of Chevalier de la Légion d’honneur de la République française. Ilir Dugolli currently serves as the Ambassador of the Republic of Kosovo to the United States of America. Following Kosovo’s independence, he was among the first group of diplomats tasked with establishing Kosovo’s diplomatic missions. He previously served as Ambassador to Turkey, with concurrent accreditations to Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Jordan. Additionally, he held the position of Ambassador to Sweden, with accreditations to Norway, Finland, Iceland, Estonia, Lithuania, and Latvia. He also served as Ambassador in Brussels, where he managed relations with Belgium, Luxembourg, NATO, and the EU. Before joining the diplomatic service, he was affiliated with the University of Prishtina Faculty of Law and was actively involved in various civil society initiatives. Between 2002 and 2004, he served as Chief of Staff to the Prime Minister of Kosovo. He also acted as an adviser in numerous capacities, including as part of the legal team during the negotiations that led to Kosovo’s Declaration of Independence About the Moderator Edward P. Joseph is a Senior Fellow at the Foreign Policy Institute and Adjunct Lecturer at SAIS, specializing in Conflict Management. Edward served on the ground in the Balkans for a dozen years, including during the conflicts in each war-affected country: Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, and then-Macedonia. In 2012, as the US-nominated Deputy Head of the OSCE Mission in Kosovo, Edward negotiated the breakthrough agreement with Pristina and Belgrade to hold Serbian elections in independent Kosovo. In July 1995, Edward and one UN colleague coordinated the evacuation of Zepa, close to neighboring Srebrenica. In 1995-1996, Edward deployed with the NATO Implementation Force in Bosnia-Herzegovina as a US Army officer. He is a veteran and former Army helicopter pilot. Edward has authored dozens of articles and reports on the region, including in SAIS Review . His June 2023 Foreign Policy article, ‘The United States is Creating a Kosovo Crisis’ described the overlooked obstacle to establishing autonomy for Kosovo Serbs. Edward was the lead author on the January 2022 SAIS-Wilson Center report explaining how the European non-recognizers (of Kosovo) stymie the entire region, and setting out a corrective strategy. Edward has led and currently serves on the Board of the National Council on US-Libya Relations. Edward earned his J.D. at the University of Virginia School of Law, and his B.A. and M.A. from Johns Hopkins University, and its School of Advanced International Studies. Information Source: Johns Hopkins SAIS Foreign Policy Institute (FPI) | eventbrite

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AMAPIANO TAKEOVER Cinco De Mayo Friday w/ SKYLA TYLA (Open Bar 10-11) Get ready to celebrate Cinco De Mayo in style at Saint Yves with an unforgettable night featuring live music by SKYLA TYLA . Join us on Fri May 02 2025 at 10:00 PM for a night of dancing, drinks, and good vibes. Don't miss out on our Open Bar 10-11 special, where you can enjoy your favorite drinks without breaking the bank. Let's toast to a night you won't forget! Location: Rosebar DC Come party with us and make this Cinco De Mayo one for the books! See you there! Drinks | Food | Suya | Hookah | Good Vibes | Great Music DressCode: Night Party Fashionable | 21+ Government ID PARKING Garages available next to venue ----------------------------------------------------- Table/ Bottle Service Please Text 2405758244 Inside Cabin Birthday Packages B1 - $650 Minimum ALL IN (1 Premium Bottle + 2 House Champagne) ; 8 Guests B2 - $1150 Minimum ALL IN (2 Premium Bottle + 2 House Champagne) ; 10 Guests Rooftop Minimums Bronze - $1000 Minimum spend towards bottle service + Tax & Gratuity ; 8 Guests Silver - $1250 Minimum spend towards bottle service + Tax & Gratuity ; 10 Guests Gold - $1500 Minimum spend towards bottle service + Tax & Gratuity ; 12 Guests Platinum - $2000 Minimum spend towards bottle service + Tax and Gratuity; 15 Guests Information Source: A+ District | eventbrite

Lucha Libre Cinco de Mayo Party at Hook Hall Washington DC Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in style at Hook Hall in Washington DC! Get ready for an action-packed night filled with Lucha Libre wrestling, delicious Mexican food, and festive drinks. Put on your best luchador mask and join us for a night of fun and excitement. Don't miss out on this epic Cinco de Mayo party at Hook Hall! Information Source: Lucha Libre Promotions | eventbrite

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