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See all- Embassy of France Parisian Gala - An Evening In ParisRefer Eventbrite Link, Washington , DC$189.00
To secure your spot, purchase your ticket from the link (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/embassy-of-france-parisian-gala-an-evening-in-paris-tickets-878404821467). RSVPing only on the Meetup Page doesn't allow you to attend the Event. ADVANCE TICKET PURCHASE IS REQUIRED.
ABOUT THE EVENT
- The Majesty of the Champs-Élysées
- The Allure of the Eiffel Tower
- The Royalty of VersaillesTonight, we invite you to the City of Lights – without ever boarding a plane! Celebrate Paris on French soil as we invite you to a special evening at the Embassy of France.
From the elegance of classical French culture to the most celebrated Parisian nightlife of the 21st Century, experience a special evening of fantastic French food, wine, music, and Parisian ambiance in the beautiful and festive Maison Francaise at the French embassy.
On the Menu: Delicious French food
Hors-d'oeuvres and buffets prepared by Chef Daniel Labonne, Executive Chef of the French Embassy
Ham by Jambon de Bayonne, with live demo
Crepes
Desserts by Fresh BaguetteLive Music All Night!
- Guitarist Julien Xuereb sings classic French songs
- The amazing Palmardy
- DJ Mad Bow
Open Bar All Night
- Excellent red, white and rosé wines from Bordeaux, Burgundy, Beaujolais, Loire Valley, Alsace, Rhone, Provence, etc.
- Wine tasting
- Champagne and bubblies from France
- Try French drinks such as Tomate, Perroquet, Monaco, etc.
5 Types of Tickets
1. Versailles 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 guaranteed seating.
2. Eiffel Tower Tickets: Enter at 8pm. Open bar, food, music and entertainment.
3. Champs Elysées Table Service for Singles*:* From 7:00pm to 11:00pm (includes VIP Reception). You will seat at a reserved table in a roped-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 to Paris?
4. Champs Elysées 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.
5. Champs Elysées Table Service For A Group of Four. 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.Payment Instructions :
1. Login to see the 'Get Tickets' button, after RSVPing. Then hit the button.
2. Verify correct dollar amount for number of people you're paying for.
3. If you don't have a Paypal account, proceed to the next page and scroll down to see "Pay with a Debit or Credit Card". Then turn off the button 'Save The Info and Create Your Paypal Account'.
4. If you have a Paypal account, simply log in, and pay as you normally would via Paypal.How to Unblock the Pop-up Blocker on Your Phone
Many of our patrons advised us that they have a Pop-up Blocker on their iPhones and it hinders them from buying tickets. To unblock, please follow the following steps :
For Safari Users :
1. Go to Settings.
2. Scroll down to Safari and click on it.
3. Select Block Pop-ups and turn it off.For Google Chrome Users :
1. Open Google Chrome.
2. Click on the three dots and you will see many options.
3. Click on Settings.
4. Scroll down to content settings.
5. Select Block Pop-ups and turn it off.Refund and Ticket Resell Policy
All sales are final. We only refund the full amount, if the event is canceled. If it is rescheduled, we will send an email to those who purchased tickets advising that. A full refund will be given to those that let us know within 2 calendar days of the update email, if you are unable to make it on the new date. No refunds will be given after that time.
However, you can sell your ticket to someone else if you are unable to attend. Please, feel free to post in the comment box for the event, that you have a ticket for sale. Work out payment between yourselves, and have the seller only send the organizer a message letting us know the full name and contact details of the person taking your spot. You must let us know eight hours before the RSVP close time, on the day of the event.
** FOR FURTHER INFO, REFER THE EVENTBRITE INVITE AND PURCHASE TICKET. IT RULES.**
