The second annual black tie Monte Carlo Holiday Gala at the French Embassy on Saturday, December 9th, will feature French food and cocktails, a live orchestra and DJ for ballroom and nightclub style dancing, a special Monte Carlo casino (mock gambling) and special French holiday treats.

You can also donate a toy for Santa to personally deliver to a hospitalized child at the National Children’s Hospital.

The Embassy’s chefs will prepare a special holiday buffet with classic French favorites; along with “les desserts” that would have impressed even Marie Antoinette. 

French aperitifs wines, beers and other cocktails will also be served.  Having attended a party or two at the Embassy, I’d be surprised if a sampling of France’s greatest export, champagne, were not available (probably for an additional cost). Champagne seems to just make a festive holiday party so much more enjoyable. 

There will also be an optional viewing of promotional travel films presenting the people and culture of Monte Carlo.

2nd Annual Black Tie Monte Carlo Holiday Gala at the  Embassy of France
La Maison Francaise
Embassy of France
4010 Reservoir Road, N.W., Washington, D.C.

Attire
Black tie optional – so plan to look sharp in your gowns and tuxes.

Date & Time
Saturday, December 9th, 8:30 PM until midnight with a VIP ticket holder’s reception starting at 7:30 p.m. (additional cost)

Tickets
Additional information and tickets are available online. 
- General admission – $90.00 per person if purchase by 5:00 p.m. November 10th.
- VIP reception – $ 110.00 per person includes early admission, champagne, and a more inclusive dinner.

Passport and visa not required, but remember….you will be on “foreign” soil.

Photo credit: flickr

Post from: The DC Traveler