# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Garden of a Thousand Tales: Once Upon a Runway - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 09:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: A magical children's couture runway show at Hillwood Estate, celebrating cultural heritage in fashion. Every ticket helps a child in need.About this EventWelcome to The Garden of a Thousand Tales - Once Upon a Runway!Once upon a time, in a garden of a thousand tales, the world's cultures came together to dress the next generation in wonder.On September 12, 2026, Cultura Events and Capital Elite Modeling Agency invite you to the historic gardens of Hillwood Estate Museum & Garden for an evening unlike any other in Washington, DC — where couture meets storytelling, and every child on the runway carries the pride of their heritage.Once Upon a Runway: The Garden of a Thousand Tales is a cultural kids fairy tale fashion show set against the formal gardens once tended for Marjorie Merriweather Post's own legendary entertaining. Young designers and models — ages 5 to 16, plus mother-child duos — will walk the runway in couture inspired by traditions from around the world, each piece a chapter in its own fairy tale.Beyond the runway, guests will wander an enchanted garden filled with cultural showcases, visiting designers and artists presenting fusion-inspired couture, floral displays, and live entertainment — an evening built around community and generosity. A portion of every ticket supports children in need in the DC area, so a magical evening for your family also becomes a gift to someone else's.What to expect:A couture runway show spanning six model categories, from our tiniest Busy Bees (ages 1–4) to Runway Elite teens (14–16)Designs rooted in cultural heritage from across the globeAn outdoor garden setting at one of DC's most storied estatesA community celebration supporting a local children's charityPhoto moments worthy of your own fairy taleA full evening of enchantment, with unique surprises woven throughout the nightGuest access to Hillwood's historic Museum, home to Marjorie Merriweather Post's storied collectionWhy Hillwood: Marjorie Merriweather Post opened her gardens for grand entertaining throughout her life, and Hillwood carries that legacy of gracious hospitality to this day. It is the perfect backdrop for a show that turns children into storytellers, one look at a time.Gather your family, wear your finest florals, and join us for a night where every child's story gets its runway moment.Guest Dress CodeFashionable Floral ChicIn the spirit of Hillwood's storied garden parties, we invite guests to dress the part — think fashionable floral, garden-chic elegance.For Ladies: florals, soft pastels, or garden-inspired prints — a flowing sundress, a tea-length dress, or elevated separates. Statement hats and delicate accessories are always welcome in the garden.For Gentlemen: linen or lightweight suiting in soft neutrals, a floral or patterned tie or pocket square, and dress shoes appropriate for garden terrain.For Children: garden party best — florals, pastels, and playful elegance encouraged.A note on footwear: the show takes place on natural garden grounds — wedges or block heels are recommended over stilettos.Please avoid: jeans, athletic wear, and casual streetwear, to preserve the fairy tale atmosphere we're creating together.With Gratitude to Our SponsorsDiamond - Patron Sponsor: Ipax Studio & PRO StemlabsOnce Upon a Runway is made possible in part by the generous support of Ipax Studio and PROStemlabs, our Diamond Patron Sponsors. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/the-garden-of-a-thousand-tales-once-upon-a-runway/100001993965077222 - **Event Categories**: art, kids, parties, fashion, entertainment, nonprofit, charities, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - door_time: 2026-09-12T21:20:00Z - Duration: 4 hours - Location: Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 161.9, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Washington - **state**: DC - **country**: United States - **location**: Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens - **lat**: 38.9436362 - **long**: -77.0526363 - **full address**: Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Avenue Northwest, Washington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Garden of a Thousand Tales: Once Upon a Runway - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/fdb9b6a8e36f5b07607bcc19a1287cc1a9531b8d995ef7f37b1c6df596132870-rimg-w1024-h512-dc1b1510-gmir.jpg?v=1784568904 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Garden of a Thousand Tales: Once Upon a Runway being held? - **A:** The Garden of a Thousand Tales: Once Upon a Runway takes place on Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 09:30 pm at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, 4155 Linnean Avenue Northwest, Washington, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Garden of a Thousand Tales: Once Upon a Runway? - **A:** The Garden of a Thousand Tales: Once Upon a Runway is organized by Cultur@ Events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Garden of a Thousand Tales: Once Upon a Runway is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. 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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