Saturday Night: Gala

Saturday, Sept. 20th

7:30 - 11:00 PM EST

Location: National Portrait Gallery, 8th St NW & G St NW, Washington, DC 20001

The Gala is the pinnacle event of the conference. Come ready to dance, eat and partake of the arts with your new friends. Please use the entrance on F Street to enter the event.

What you need to know

  • There will be a dance party in the center atrium of the museum. Come dance the night away in your best fit!

  • Tours: Throughout the night tours will be let by art experts to give you a taste of the incredible art the Portrait Gallery has to offer.

    Additionally, you can explore the entire museum with friends as we have the entire museum reserved.

  • Utilize the photo booth to snap some pictures with friends!

  • The Gala is a formal dress event. Come dressed to impress and ready to dance the night away!

  • Dessert: A variety of desserts will be served throughout the night. Gluten Free options will be available.

    Soda Bar: Quench your thirst at the soda bar during the gala.

  • Metro: Utilize the Gallery PL-Chinatown or the Metro Center stops to arrive via metro. Google and Apple Maps are great tools to map your route.

    Uber/Lyft: Rideshare apps are a great way to arrive to the Gala.

    Personal Vehicle: There is street parking on the streets surrounding the Portrait Gallery, however parking is limited.