Garden Party de la Rentrée at the Embassy of France
The Garden Party de la Rentrée celebrates the French tradition of “La Rentrée” with an evening of socializing, French gastronomy, tastings, and music in the gardens of the Embassy of France. Guests can mingle with francophiles, French VIPs, diplomats, professionals, and business leaders while enjoying a distinctly French outdoor experience.
The program includes live carving of a jambon by Hugh Cossard, homemade French crêpes, a countryside-style buffet, quiches and cro’gels from Fresh Baguette, and a complimentary baguette for every guest. An all-night open bar will offer rosé, red and white wines from several French regions, along with kir and pastis. French-themed photo backdrops and a raffle featuring restaurant gift certificates, wine, sports tickets, and other prizes will also be available.
When: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Showtimes: 7:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
Tickets: From $103.22
Discount: Members of the French American Chamber of Commerce receive 20% off with code FACCROSE26. Membership will be verified before the event.
Food and drink: Jambon carved on site by Hugh Cossard, homemade crêpes, a French buffet, quiches, cro’gels, fresh baguettes, and an open bar serving French wines, kir, and pastis.
Activities: Raffle prizes and French-inspired photo backgrounds.
Ages: Adults only; guests must be at least 21 years old.
Venue: La Maison Française, Embassy of France in the United States
Address: 4101 Reservoir Road NW, Washington, DC 20007
Weather policy: The event will take place rain or shine. If weather conditions are unfavorable, it will move indoors to Maison Française.
Security and admission: Guests must provide the names and email addresses of everyone attending. A valid photo ID and an Eventbrite ticket, either printed or displayed on a phone, are required. The name on the ticket must match the name on the ID, and guests should allow additional time for security screening.
Bag restrictions: Large bags, umbrellas, backpacks, and bike helmets are not permitted on Embassy grounds. Security personnel may confiscate items they consider inappropriate.
Parking: There is no parking on Embassy property. Metered parking on Reservoir Road costs $2.30 per hour, with a four-hour maximum until 10:00 p.m. Garage parking is available at Georgetown MedStar Health via Entrance 2 at 2800 Reservoir Road NW for approximately $25 for up to three hours. Car-sharing is strongly recommended.
Organizer: French American Chamber of Commerce
Refund policy: No refunds.