Day of the Dead Masquerade Embassy Gala

Tonight, you are invited to embrace the season where very few else can say – ON MEXICAN SOIL!

At this special gala, you’ll be transported into a world filled with the wonders of the Pre-Colombian legends and the beauty of Mexican beaches as we celebrate the holidays with our unique International Touch.

This evening, we invite you to come in either black tie (optional) or masquerade style (optional) and dance as they do on the most elegant of dance floors throughout Mexico

DAY OF THE DEAD LIVE DANCE PERFORMANCE:
To commemorate  the spirit of Día de los Muertos, you’ll experience a live costumed Mariachi troupe with music and dancing. Its members have origins from all over Mexico and other parts of Latin America. The traditional mariachi ensemble emerged in the 1800′s in several western states of Mexico, including Jalisco, Nayarit, Colima, and Michoacán, among others.

Native dancers will be on hand to perform and teach traditional Mexican (and Día de Muertos) dancing, in addition to performing an amazing, authentic Mariachi dance performance with traditional costumes!

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS ALTAR
As you likely never have seen before, the Mexican Cultural Institute will be displaying a Day of the Dead Altar. Tonight, we will take part in a celebration that tries to awaken the dead to join us in a Mexican celebration.

VISIT:
See the remarkable décor of the historic mansion that hosts the Mexican Cultural Institute and learn about their fantastic murals.

DJ AND LATE NIGHT DANCING:
One of Washington, D.C.’s best D.J.s will rival the best nightclubs in Cancun with both American and Mexican pop music and dancing. Includes modern high energy, Retro, Salsa, today’s top 40 hits, and much more!

DAY OF THE DEAD BUFFET:
Challenge your taste buds with an authentic Mexican buffet. Featuring  Mexican Day of the Dead style treats for your enjoyment.

OPEN BAR:
Enjoy an open bar featuring a wide array of Mexican beers, wines and, of course, Tequila! (You must be 21 or over to consume alcohol and to attend this event.)

MASQUERADE CONTEST!

Tonight, we will pick three winners (one on Mexican themed, one on scariness, and one on originality Winner will receive prizes.

Note: This is primarily a stand up, buffet style reception with limited seating throughout the evening. We will have limited tables and chairs, but will not be able to accommodate seating for all attendees at one time. If you have any special needs, please email [email protected] in advance.

NOTE:  This event is being organized at the Mexican Cultural Institute by ThingstodoDC.com and EmbassyExperiences.com.  This is not organized by the Institute itself.  For questions, please contact us directly at [email protected] and not the Institute.

The Embassy’s Cultural Center is a unique and beautiful building, one of the best of its kind in the world. It contains several large floors, each displaying the charms of the different regions of our neighbor to the south.

Suggested Attire

BLACK TIE PREFERRED! (Suits at a Minimum). MASQUERADE ENCOURAGED; (By Masquerade we mean either Face Mask, or decorated in Day of the Dead Style). Do not come in a non Mexican or ordinary Halloween costume.