A Night in Nice and Reveling on the Riviera! Tonight, we invite you to the French Riviera, one of the most exciting places on earth – without ever boarding a plane! Celebrate Mardi Gras and the Carnival of Nice on French soil as we welcome you to a special evening at the Embassy of France! In Partnership with the French-American Chamber of Commerce.
From the elegance of classical French culture to the most celebrated Rivera nightlife of the 21st Century, experience a special evening of fantastic French food (buffet-style) and wines, late night DJ and a nightclub experience that will turn the venue into “The Embassy of Lights”, with a spectacular Riviera-style ambiance, as well as attractions and shows.
Enjoy the flavors of Nice, Monaco and St. Tropez in the beautiful and festive Maison Francaise at the French embassy. Be a part of the Carnival of Nice, one of the world's largest carnival. Mardi Gras Style beads will be offered to all guests upon arrival. Be on the lookout for some special Cirque Style Carnival Characters!
Featuring:
- Great music: Dance the night away. From the glorious parties in Cannes to the Embassy of Lights, a French DJ will spin the best American, French, Euro and Top 40 dance hits. The grand ballroom of the French Embassy will be turned into a dazzling Riviera-style nightclub. A spectacular light display will fill the embassy and the dance floor to add that special late night European touch!
- Caricaturist: as you may find some beautiful art in France, tonight you also become the art! Take home a special free souvenir as a leading local caricaturist draws your picture with a unique background.
- Fashion Competition (Optional): dress in your original chic and creative carnival outfits! At 11pm, one male and one female winner will be selected as the Carnival King and Queen by virtue of their outfits and receive special prizes.
- Cannes Film Festival: while dancing and celebrating, enjoy films and videos on the walls of the embassy showcasing the Rivera!
- Monte Carlo Casino mock up: In the Spirit of Monaco, spin the wheel and try your luck at roulette. (Mock gambling).
- Delicious French food prepared by some of the best French chefs in DC (See Below). As if picked from a French restaurant, cafe or pastry shop on the Riviera, our menu offers you a special variety of assortment of French cuisine and patisseries. Enjoy!
- Crêpes bar: Delicious French crêpes prepared by Chef Hughes Cossard! Tasty and fun!
- Delicious pastries
- Open bar all night with French wines, pastis, beers, real Champagne (Cannes VIP tickets) and sparkling wines. Everything will be from France!
... Plus cooking demos, wine tasting, raffles, and much more!
- Delicious French food prepared by some of the best French chefs in DC:
- Fabulous French Mediterranean dish prepared by our sponsor Cuisine Solutions.
Thank you to our sponsors Fresh Baguette and Cuisine Solutions.
- Open bar all night
- Champagne and bubblies from France
- Pastis: French Riviera's favorite apéritif
- Excellent red, white and rosé wines from Bordeaux, Burgundy, Beaujolais, Loire Valley, Alsace. Rhone, Provence, etc.
- European Beers
- 4 Types of Tickets:
- Cannes VIP 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 reserved seating.
- Monte Carlo Table Service for Singles: From 7:00pm to 11:00pm (includes VIP 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 on the French Riviera?
- Monte Carlo Table Service for Couples: From 7:00pm to 11:00pm (includes VIP 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.
- Monte Carlo Table Service for up to 4. From 7:00pm to 11:00pm (includes VIP 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.
Tickets will go fast so register early.
