Washington, D.C. · Embassy Row · This week
Every public event from D.C.’s 184 foreign embassies — film, music, food, national days — sourced from official calendars and updated daily.
6:30 PM · Japan Information & Culture Center, Embassy of Japan
Explore the enduring global appeal of Japan's most famous monster! Dr. William Tsutsui discusses Godzilla's history and cultural impact.
6:00 PM · Korean Cultural Center, Washington D.C.
Enjoy a free screening of "Anarchist from Colony" at the Korean Cultural Center's K-Cinema Korean Movie Night.
6:00 PM · Goethe-Institut Washington
Join us for the opening reception of "Dancer, Still Moving," a solo exhibition by Victor Ekpuk, at the Goethe-Institut Washington.
6:30 PM · Japan Information & Culture Center, Embassy of Japan
Experience the original 1954 classic, "Godzilla," at a free film screening at the Japan Information & Culture Center.
8:00 PM · Embassy of The Gambia
Experience an evening of Gambian culture with authentic food, vibrant music, and opportunities to connect with diplomats.
2:00 PM · La Maison Française
Enjoy an afternoon of classical chamber music at the French Embassy, featuring acclaimed musicians from the NSO and Levine School of Music, all in support of Friendship Place.
12:00 AM · Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center
Learn Arabic and immerse yourself in Omani culture with evening classes at the Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center. Scholarships cover tuition for university students and working professionals.
8:00 PM · Embassy of Tanzania
Experience an evening of Tanzanian culture with food, music, and opportunities to connect at the embassy.
6:00 PM
Test your French language skills at the 7th annual "Dictée de la rentrée." A fun challenge for enthusiasts of the French language.
6:00 PM · Former Residence of the Ambassadors of Spain
Explore the latest in immunology and cancer innovation with experts Ana Esteve-Solé and Nicholas Tschernia, presented in partnership with ECUSA-DC.
8:00 PM · Embassy of Bahamas
Celebrate the reopening of The Embassy of The Bahamas with a special Caribbean Evening, bringing the spirit of Nassau and Paradise Island to D.C.
7:00 PM · Alliance Française de Washington DC
Join award-winning writer Steve Hoffman for an engaging evening as he discusses his acclaimed memoir about his time spent in France.
8:00 PM · Residence of the Ambassador from Burkina Faso
Experience a vibrant cultural evening at the Residence of the Ambassador from Burkina Faso, featuring authentic food, captivating music, and unique diplomatic connections.
5:00 PM · Mexican Cultural Institute
Join James Beard Award-winning chef Pati Jinich for a presentation of her latest book, "Foods of La Frontera," followed by a Q&A, book signing, and reception with a food spread from Tacombi.
6:00 PM · Embassy of Sweden
Join us for an evening with Swedish Sámi author Elin Anna Labba as she discusses her work.
10:00 AM · La Maison Française
Join the Washington Accueil Association (WAA) for their Grand Café de la Rentrée, a welcoming event to learn about their activities, meet members, and enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast.
8:00 PM · Embassy of Tanzania
Journey into the heart of Africa at the Embassy of Tanzania! Explore the mysteries and culture of this East African nation, from Kilimanjaro to the Serengeti, right here in D.C.
5:00 PM · Embassy of Sweden in Washington
7:00 PM · Residence of the French Ambassador
Celebrate a life of style, grace, and cultural devotion at the Residence of France. This event pays tribute to a woman of rare elegance.
8:00 PM · Embassy of Ethiopia
Celebrate the Ethiopian New Year, Enkutatash, with an evening of culture, food, and music at the Embassy of Ethiopia.
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