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The 9th DC Chocolate Festival - Treat Yourself! (Day 1) is a free workshop event hosted by the Embassy of France in Washington, D.C. It takes place Friday, April 24, 2026 · 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT at La Maison Française. Admission is free. Nearest Metro: 30-min walk from Rosslyn (Blue/Orange/Silver).
The DC Chocolate Festival returns for its ninth year, bringing together chocolate makers, chocolatiers, cacao experts, and chocolate lovers for a weekend celebration of fine chocolate. This spring tradition takes place at La Maison Française, providing a gorgeous light-filled venue perfect for sampling exceptional craft chocolate and discovering new makers.
Day 1 kicks off Friday evening from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM with full vendor access to outstanding local and international chocolate makers. The evening features generous sampling opportunities, educational micro-workshops, tasting sessions, and conversations with makers about sourcing, craft, and flavor. Guests can explore incredible chocolate confections, treats, beverages, and craft chocolate bars throughout the venue.
This year's festival includes a special highlight: the HCP (Heirloom Cacao Preservation Fund) Award Ceremony celebrating excellence in cacao and spotlighting efforts dedicated to cacao preservation and the future of fine chocolate. Whether you're a casual chocolate enthusiast or devoted craft chocolate fan, the festival offers a rich and immersive tasting experience.
Friday night tickets are $25 for ages 10 and up. Guests can only enter at the 6:00 PM start time and must leave by 9:00 PM. For updated event details and additional vendors and workshops being added through March and April, visit www.dcchocolatefestival.com.
La Maison Française
La Maison Française, 4101 Reservoir Rd NW, Washington, DC, 20007, United States
30-min walk from Rosslyn · Blue/Orange/Silver (approx.)
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