'Tis the season to celebrate, and the District has holiday parties galore.
From an American South-tinged ugly sweater party to a semi-formal South American embassy party, there's plenty to do when it comes to upcoming seasonal and holiday activities in Washington. Read on for a rundown of what to do this week.
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2018 WALA Holiday Party @ Ben's Next Door
Washington Area Lawyers for the Arts provides access to education, advocacy and legal services to support artistic expression and creative innovation in the DMV.
On Thursday, WALA invites all like-minded folks to join its board, staff and volunteers at its free holiday party at Ben's Next Door. There'll be music, drinks, a short program and a raffle drawing.
When: Thursday, December 13, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: Ben's Next Door Restaurant and Bar, 1211 U St. NW
Price: Free
Click here for more details, and to register
Southern Diplomats Presents: Ugly Sweater Party Vol. 3
Also free is this Christmas party at Ivy City's The Hecht Warehouse, presented by Southern Diplomats. This group of young professional black men with a penchant for Southern culture asks partiers to don an ugly sweater, bring a favorite bottle of hooch, and get ready to dance, mingle and celebrate the season.
When: Friday, December 14, 7:30 p.m.- Saturday, December 15, 1:30 a.m.
Where: The Hecht Warehouse at Ivy City, 1401 New York Ave. NE
Price: Free
Click here for more details, and to register
Holiday Celebration at the Embassy of Argentina
A somewhat more official group of diplomats, from the Embassy of Argentina, is also hosting a holiday party this week. This celebration at the Embassy will feature the food, music, dancing (tango!) and hospitality of that South American nation. The dress code is semi-formal.
When: Saturday, December 15, 8-11 p.m.
Where: Embassy of Argentina, 1600 New Hampshire Ave. NW
Price: $84
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Embassy Row Chocolate Tour: Special Holiday Guided Tour
Finally, and in the same neighborhood, is this chocolate-themed tour of Embassy Row.
Attendees will see some of D.C.'s grandest homes, hear the stories behind them, and learn about the foreign governments that now occupy them. Along the way, they'll sample holiday chocolate from several different international traditions.
When: Sunday, December 16, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Where: DuPont Station - North Exit (top of Escalator, Connecticut Avenue and Q Street, NW)
Price: $40
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