Celebration of the 2024 wine harvest with delicious food, fine wines, live music, and entertainment.
All you need to know…
WHAT: Beaujolais and Beyond Celebration 2024
WHEN: Saturday, November 23, 2024 – 7 pm – 11 pm
WHERE: La Maison Française – Embassy of France – 4101 Reservoir Rd NW, 20007, Washington, D.C.
PRICE: $95 – $895
RESERVATION: Eventbrite
INFOS: Each person attending the event must have a ticket registered in their name and a government-issued ID that matches the name on the reservation in order to enter the Embassy. No one will be admitted without a reservation and proper ID. Due to strict security measures, please arrive on time. Please allow extra time for security screening.
Travel to French soil and celebrate the end of the 2024 wine harvest with us at La Maison Française for DC’s only official celebration—a night filled with delicious food, exquisite wine, and lively music—no plane ticket required!
Event Highlights
Gastronomic Delights: Savor delicious French cuisine prepared by:
Chef Daniel Labonne, Executive Chef at the Embassy of France
Chef Hughes Cossard, President/Owner of FoodExpression
Music All Night: Enjoy performances from four amazing musical acts:
Jazz band Crush Funk Brass
The incredible Palmardy
DJ Mad Bow
Lighting and Sound: Carlos Beaumont of VibesSolutions will transform the room into a stunning “Embassy of Lights” with his expert sound and light engineering.
Les Vins Georges Duboeuf: Georges Duboeuf is a renowned producer of premium French wines from the Beaujolais and Mâconnais regions of Burgundy and the South of France. Celebrated for his legendary palate and enthusiasm, Georges has built a legacy of quality and value through his company, Les Vins Georges Duboeuf, which collaborates with hundreds of small family wine growers. Under the leadership of his son, CEO Franck Duboeuf, the company continues to thrive in the 21st century. Les Vins Georges Duboeuf is imported by Quintessential Wines, based in Napa, California.
Quintessential Wines: Founded in 2002 by father and son Stephen D. and Dennis Kreps, Quintessential is a family-owned import, marketing, and sales company based in Napa. They are dedicated to representing multi-generational, family-owned producers who share their passion for authentic winemaking. For more information, please visit their website.
Open Bar All Night:
Enjoy Beaujolais Nouveau, Champagne (VIP tables), and sparkling wines from France.
Savor excellent red, white, and rosé wines from Bordeaux, Burgundy, Loire Valley, Alsace, Rhône, Provence, and more.
Entertainment:
Wine tastings
Cooking demos
French-themed photo backgrounds for great selfies
Art exhibits
Meet an authentic 1990 Citroën 2CV ‘Charleston’ Model 🚗
Ticket Options:
Premier Cru: Enter at 8 PM and enjoy wine, food, music, and entertainment. Very limited seating.
Grand Cru Premium Entry: Enter at 7 PM for delicious hors d’oeuvres and special wines in an open bar setting with live piano music for the first hour. Stay for the entire event. Very limited seating.
Château Table Service for VIP Singles: Sit at a reserved table in a prime area with up to three other guests, enjoying unlimited Champagne, wine, and personal service all night. Limited availability—reserve early!
Château Table Service for VIP Couples: Enjoy a reserved table for two in a prime area with unlimited Champagne, wine, and personal service. Limited availability—reserve early!
Château Table Service for VIP Groups (up to 4): Sit at a reserved table with up to three friends in a prime area, with unlimited Champagne, wine, and personal service. Limited availability—reserve early!
Important Notes:
Tickets are limited and will sell out quickly. Last year’s event was fully booked!
French-American Chamber of Commerce members receive a 20% discount. Use promo code FACCBN24 when purchasing tickets; membership will be verified.
For security reasons, all attendees must be registered via this site—no multiple registrations under a single name. ID will be required to enter Embassy grounds.
This is a fundraiser for the FACC—your support helps us continue organizing exceptional events. It’s also a fantastic opportunity to stock up on fine wine and food.
No parking will be available inside the Embassy. Public parking is located on Reservoir Rd and at Georgetown University Hospital’s parking garage across the street.
This is an adult-only event; no one under 21 will be admitted.
Dress Code: Cocktail attire. French accents are welcome.
No refunds.