# Event Details - **Event Name**: Black Tie Fiesta at the Mexican Cultural Institute - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 11:45 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: A celebration on Mexican soil without ever boarding a plane!About this EventOn Saturday Night, May 9th, be transported into a world filled with the wonders of the Mayan legends and the beauty of Cancun’s beaches as TTD invites you to step on to Mexican soil for an upscale cultural evening. Put on your best dresses and tuxedos as we spend a royal evening in this multi-roomed, multi-leveled Mexican Cultural palace filled with rich art, history, music, dance, food, drink, and much more!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. Beautiful gardens, city nightclubs, historic palaces, art galleries, and much more await you inside!Featuring:LIVE MARIACHI DANCING AND MUSIC: 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 1800s in several western states of Mexico, including Jalisco, Nayarit, Colima, and Michoacán. It is found at weddings, birthdays, Saint’s Day celebrations, rural dances, and many other social occasions. The spirit of celebration is recreated through its music and dancing.Special dancers will be on hand to perform and teach traditional Mexican dancing, in addition to performing an amazing, authentic Mariachi dance performance with traditional costumes!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!MEXICAN DESSERT : Challenge your taste buds with a Mexican desserts including flan and tres leches; and chile con queso dip. (Menu subject to change to equal or more substantial quality).OPEN BAR: Enjoy an open bar featuring a wide array of Mexican beers, wines and, of course, Tequila!ART GALLERIES OF THE MEXICAN CULTURAL CENTER:As you tour these incredible grounds, you will encounter a special art gallery.VIP OPTION WITH A MEXICAN DINNER BUFFET: Challenge your taste buds with an authentic Mexican buffet. Featuring: crispy and soft tacos; Mexican rice refried beans; pico de gallo; chips and salsa; spinach quesadillas; cheese quesadillas; enchiladas; flan and tres leches; and chile con queso dip. (Menu subject to change to equal or more substantial quality).SUGGESTED ATTIREBlack Tie Optional. Minimum of Suit & Tie for Men, Cocktail Dresses for Women Casual wear, jeans or sneakers prohibited. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/9c8acb60-2945-11f1-b5b5-27b5aa632dad-rimg-w1110-h740-dc191111-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/black-tie-fiesta-at-the-mexican-cultural-institute/100001985820462460 - **Event Categories**: Art, Entertainment, Contests, dance, Workshops, performances - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 83.15, max: 127.25, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Washington - **state**: DC - **country**: United States - **location**: Mexican Cultural Institute - **lat**: 38.92554000000001 - **long**: -77.036 - **full address**: Mexican Cultural Institute, 2829 16th Street Northwest, Washington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Black Tie Fiesta at the Mexican Cultural Institute - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/a91128f25cccdf1c22ea2c3e9d1a4490388b7501c6fd85f82f7630e4531406eb-rimg-w1200-h800-dcf4f4f4-gmir.jpg?v=1774551448 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Black Tie Fiesta at the Mexican Cultural Institute being held? - **A:** Black Tie Fiesta at the Mexican Cultural Institute takes place on Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 11:45 pm at Mexican Cultural Institute, 2829 16th Street Northwest, Washington, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Black Tie Fiesta at the Mexican Cultural Institute? - **A:** Ticket prices for Black Tie Fiesta at the Mexican Cultural Institute range from USD 83 to USD 127 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityVIP Admission (7:30 to 11:45 PM)USD 127 + USD 7 feeAvailableGeneral Admission (8:30 to 11:45 PM) Dessert OnlyUSD 83 + USD 5 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Black Tie Fiesta at the Mexican Cultural Institute? - **A:** Black Tie Fiesta at the Mexican Cultural Institute is organized by EmbassyExperiences.com. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Black Tie Fiesta at the Mexican Cultural Institute is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Washington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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