• Concert and French Wine Reception at the Embassy of France La Maison Francaise Featuring Washington National Opera Cafritz Young Artists: Voices of Spring on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 7:00 PM
  • A Night in Havana - Dance the night away to a Latin band after salsa lessons on Friday, December 20, 2024 at 7:00 PM
  • Austrian Embassy Viennese Waltz Lessons and Dance Rehearsal for Viennese Ball on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM
  • Concert and French Wine Reception at the Embassy of France La Maison Francaise Featuring Tchaikovsky's Iolanta on Friday, February 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM
  • Christmas Ball at Georgetown Dumbarton House Museum & Gardens - A Magical Evening of Regency Romance, Music, Wine, Dessert, and Dance on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 6:30 PM
  • Chocolate Feast in Spain: Exquisite Chocolates and Truffles Masterfully Paired with Cava, Red, and White Wines from Spain on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM
  • Concert and French Wine Reception at the Embassy of France La Maison Francaise Featuring Great Masters: Nikolai Medtner & Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov on Friday, April 11, 2025 at 7:00 PM
  • Tour of the US Capitol with Walking Tour from Union Station on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:40 PM
  • Tango and Champagne Soiree: Argentine Tango Lessons and Evening in Buenos Aires on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 7:00 PM
  • Black Tie New Year's Eve Gala at the Luxurious Willard Intercontinental: DC's Premier and most luxurious International New Year's Eve Celebration on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 7:30 PM
  • Tango and Champagne Soiree: Argentine Tango Lessons and Evening in Buenos Aires on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 7:00 PM
  • Library of Congress Guided Tour with Walking Tour from Union Station on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 12:30 PM
  • Austrian Embassy Annual Viennese Ball: A Night in Vienna and Magnificent Celebration of Austrian Music, the Viennese Waltz, Wine, and Desserts on Friday, February 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM

We are Washington’s premier organization for internationally-minded professionals who enjoy international cultural experiences. In partnership with over 80 embassies, along with museums and other cultural organizations in Washington DC, we present a variety of private cultural and networking events for our membership in the DC area. Our events are presented with the goal of helping members share cultural experiences and meet likeminded individuals. We warmly invite you to join us as we venture out to discover your city and your world!

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Tour of the US Capitol with Walking Tour from Union Station

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:40 PM: Join us for a private tour of the exterior architecture of the eastern National Mall culminating in a tour of the US Capitol. Discover the awe-inspiring Capitol as you meet ICDC members. Space is limited so sign up now. Reserve your tickets now.

Read the Washington Post article about our recent Jane Austen Ball at Dumbarton House Museum and Gardens, watch a video of our magical Viennese Ball at the Embassy of Austria, and join us for our Black-Tie New Year’s Eve Gala at the Luxurious Willard InterContinental! Our New Year’s Eve Gala featuring 5 live bands, free flowing champagne, dinner, and desserts is Washington’s premier International New Year’s Eve celebration! Space is limited. Discounted tickets now available for a limited time!


My family just wanted to thank you and Olivia for a wonderful time. They are so thrilled and happy. They truly enjoyed themselves at the museum. I can't wait for future events.

Margie Anne


French Embassy Dance Soiree

Our dance soirees at the French Embassy provide a wonderful opportunity to meet other ICDC members while learning how to ballroom dance and enjoying French desserts and wine.

NYE Gala Main Ballroom Timelapse

Members of the International Club of DC enjoyed a lavish NYE celebration at the Wardman Park Marriott Hotel featuring dancing to music of 8 live bands.This video clip was generated by combining approximately 1200 photos that were taken using an intervalometer over about 2 hours at the New Year's Eve Gala. The photos were then combined together to generate a movie with 10 frames per second.

Upcoming Events


Christmas Ball at Georgetown Dumbarton House Museum & Gardens - A Magical Evening of Regency Romance, Music, Wine, Dessert, and Dance - Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 6:30 PM


This holiday season, prepare to be whisked into a world of opulence and enchantment at Georgetown Dumbarton House Museum and Gardens, where the International Club of DC invites you to experience a Christmas gala inspired by the elegance and intrigue of the Regency era. You do not need a date or a dance partner to attend so join us on your own or invite your friends to join us for a magical holiday celebration of Regency romance. Even if you’ve never danced before, let us show you how to dance, with waltz lessons before the ball.

Step into the elegance of a bygone era! Set within the storied walls of one of Georgetown’s most cherished landmarks, our holiday celebration transports you to the grandeur and intrigue of 19th-century London, surrounded by the sparkle of the holiday season. The night promises the enchantment of Regency romance and a magical evening of classical music, wine, dessert, and dance. Reserve your tickets now.

Tango and Champagne Soiree: Argentine Tango Lessons and Evening in Buenos Aires - Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 7:00 PM


Join us on your own or with friends to enjoy an evening of champagne and Argentine Tango dancing with lessons at the Gallery at the Ven at Embassy Row, in the heart of DuPont Circle. Experience the Tango, one of the most passionate dances that brings to life the romance of 1930s Buenos Aires as you make new friends. A dance partner or prior dance experience are not needed to attend. Reserve your tickets now.

A Night in Havana - Dance the night away to a Latin band after salsa lessons - Friday, December 20, 2024 at 7:00 PM


Experience a Night in Havana to the sounds of a Latin performing music for a night of dancing and socializing with salsa lessons offered at the beginning. Join us on your own or with friends to be immersed in a cultural experience of music and dance at the Ven at Embassy Row, One of DC's premiere boutique hotels in the heart of Dupont Circle.

As you meet other guests, enjoy mojitos, wine, champagne, and other drinks available for purchase. Experience an unforgettable evening of networking and socializing with sounds of Havana as you dance to a Latin band. Join us at 7:00 PM to relax and meet other guests as we show you how to dance salsa or join us after 8:00 PM to dance to our Latin band playing sounds of Havana.

Space is limited and we expect this event to sell out well in advance, so please make your reservations early. Reserve your tickets now.

Black Tie New Year's Eve Gala at the Luxurious Willard Intercontinental: DC's Premier and most luxurious International New Year's Eve Celebration - Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 7:30 PM


Steeped in 200 years of history, the iconic Willard InterContinental Washington, DC is the venue for Washington's premier & most luxurious international New Year's Eve celebration. Celebrate New Year's Eve in grand style & indulge in a sophisticated haven of luxury & service in the heart of Washington DC as we welcome 2024!

We have assembled a selection of the finest entertainment from around the world to bring you an unparalleled and spectacular evening of sophistication and elegance. Attend on your own or with friends and join other outgoing internationally-minded professionals from around the city and the globe for an exciting New Year's Eve gala.

You do not need a date to attend so attend on your own or with friends. Experience an unforgettable New Year's Eve party as you indulge in free-flowing champagne, an open bar, a spectacular balloon drop, & dance the night away to live bands & DJs. For dinner choose from a VIP sit down 3-course dinner with champagne or a dinner buffet of international cuisine. Also enjoy exquisite desserts by the pastry chef at the Willard! Reserve your tickets now.

Tour of the US Capitol with Walking Tour from Union Station - Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:40 PM


Explore the exterior architectural majesty of Union Station, Library of Congress, and the Supreme Court, culminating in a tour of the US Capitol. Join us for a special private tour of the exterior architecture of the eastern National Mall, culminating in a tour of the US Capitol interior. The tour starts at Union Station, where you will enjoy the breathtaking 96-foot coffered ceilings -- one of the finest examples of Beaux-Arts architecture. Also discover the awe-inspiring interior of the Capitol featuring a majestic mural depicting great heroes in American history. Our museum & gallery tours are some of our most popular events and frequently sell out well in advance. Reserve your tickets now.

Chocolate Feast in Spain: Exquisite Chocolates and Truffles Masterfully Paired with Cava, Red, and White Wines from Spain - Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM


Indulge in a fun-filled evening to feast on exquisite chocolate and truffles masterfully paired with cava, red, and white wine from Spain for a match made in heaven! Whether you come on your own or with friends, indulge in a delectable feast to please your palate as you make new friends at our intimate chocolate studio!  Start your evening with a refreshing glass of Cava Rosé, and enjoy a flight of cava, white and red wines, while learning about how to choose your next bottle of fine wine. The “DC Wine Guys” from Tradewinds promise to show how easy it is to understand and appreciate Spanish wine.  The evening would not be complete without the usual pairing of The Chocolate House's masterful selection of premium fine chocolates for tasting, as well as 3 world class chocolate truffles made by artisan chocolatiers. Our chocolate tastings frequently sell out well in advance as space is limited. Reserve your tickets now.

Library of Congress Guided Tour with Walking Tour from Union Station - Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 12:30 PM


Join us on your own or with friends to discover one of the jewels of Washington DC architecture as we tour the world's largest library & the treasures that lie in archives of tens of millions of books, films, & maps dating back to Aztecs. We meet at Union Station where you'll have the opportunity to meet & socialize with ICDC members. At Union station enjoy the breathtaking 96-foot coffered ceilings which have made it one of the finest examples of Beaux-Arts architecture. Our walking tour continues with the exterior architecture of Union Station, the Supreme Court , and culminates in an interior tour of the Library of Congress. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the mysteries hidden in the stacks at America's premier house of knowledge! Reserve your tickets now.

Tango and Champagne Soiree: Argentine Tango Lessons and Evening in Buenos Aires - Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 7:00 PM


Join us on your own or with friends to enjoy an evening of champagne and Argentine Tango dancing with lessons at the Gallery at the Ven at Embassy Row, in the heart of DuPont Circle. Experience the Tango, one of the most passionate dances that brings to life the romance of 1930s Buenos Aires as you make new friends. A dance partner or prior dance experience are not needed to attend. Reserve your tickets now.

Concert and French Wine Reception at the Embassy of France La Maison Francaise Featuring Tchaikovsky's Iolanta - Friday, February 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM


The International Club of DC and the RCAS cordially requests the pleasure of your company at the Embassy of France La Maison Francaise for a delightful evening of classical music. The concert presented by the RCAS is followed by a French wine reception to meet other ICDC members and other distinguished guests in attendance. You are welcome to attend on your own or with friends. Tickets for the rare delight of a classical concert at the Embassy of France La Maison Francaise featuring the world-renowned performers are only $65 for a limited time. Reserve your tickets now.

Austrian Embassy Viennese Waltz Lessons and Dance Rehearsal for Viennese Ball - Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM


Whether you plan to attend our Viennese Ball at Austrian Embassy or would simply like to learn how to dance the Viennese Waltz, as it is danced in Vienna, don't miss this rare opportunity to learn how to dance one of the most elegant and romantic dances of all time. The lessons will be taught on a wooden dance floor at the Austrian Embassy, one of the most magnificent embassies in Washington DC. A dance partner or prior dance experience is not necessary to attend. Please make your reservations early, as space is limited. Reserve your tickets now.

Austrian Embassy Annual Viennese Ball: A Night in Vienna and Magnificent Celebration of Austrian Music, the Viennese Waltz, Wine, and Desserts - Friday, February 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM


You are cordially invited to experience a magical evening at the Austrian Embassy -- one of the grandest diplomatic venues in Washington DC for an unforgettable Viennese celebration of music, food, wine and dancing. Enjoy a night of dancing to our classical orchestra or watch the twirling silhouettes on the dance floor move to the sounds of the world’s most beloved waltzes, and other dance music from around the world. The Salon Orchestra of Washington will perform the world’s favorite Strauss waltzes, ballroom music from around the world and the famous Radetsky Grand March. You do not need a date to attend as we expect both singles and couples to join us. Reserve your tickets now.

Concert and French Wine Reception at the Embassy of France La Maison Francaise Featuring Great Masters: Nikolai Medtner & Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov - Friday, April 11, 2025 at 7:00 PM


The International Club of DC and the RCAS cordially requests the pleasure of your company at the Embassy of France La Maison Francaise for a delightful evening of classical music. The concert presented by the RCAS is followed by a French wine reception to meet other ICDC members and other distinguished guests in attendance. You are welcome to attend on your own or with friends. Tickets for the rare delight of a classical concert at the Embassy of France La Maison Francaise featuring the world-renowned performers are only $65 for a limited time. Reserve your tickets now.

Concert and French Wine Reception at the Embassy of France La Maison Francaise Featuring Washington National Opera Cafritz Young Artists: Voices of Spring - Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 7:00 PM


The International Club of DC and the RCAS cordially requests the pleasure of your company at the Embassy of France La Maison Francaise for a delightful evening of classical music. The concert presented by the RCAS is followed by a French wine reception to meet other ICDC members and other distinguished guests in attendance. You are welcome to attend on your own or with friends. Tickets for the rare delight of a classical concert at the Embassy of France La Maison Francaise featuring the world-renowned performers are only $65 for a limited time. Reserve your tickets now.