La Maison Française / Embassy of France
Get ready for a #SMITHSONIANat8 spectacular party with a French accent!
The annual Francophonie Cultural Festival spotlights the music, art, literature, film, cuisine, and customs of French-speaking countries and regions from across the globe, and its closing celebration is always magnifique. This year’s bash will be no exception.
Beginning at 7 p.m., launch into a world tour of francophone cultures. Sample food and drink from more than 30 embassies as you explore each nation's unique attractions and traditions. There will be plenty of giveaways for you to take home as souvenirs. Don’t forget to Instagram your experiences and dishes throughout the night using #at8enfrancais for a chance to win prizes.
DJ Princess Slaya spins music from Africa, the Caribbean, Europe, and plenty of destinations in between. At 9 p.m., she pumps up the sounds as the evening’s dance party begins.
Tickets: http://smithsonianassociates.org/smithsonianat8/event/fete.aspx
Don’t miss this chance to experience the best of the French-speaking world—all without leaving home!
Participating organizations and embassies include but are not limited to: Alliance Francais de Washington, Belgium, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cabo Verde, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cote D'Ivoire, Czech Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, Egypt, France, Gabon, Guinea, Haiti, Laos, Madagascar, Mali, Mauritius, Monaco, Quebec (Canada), Romania, Senegal, Slovenia, Switzerland, and Tunisia.