Holiday Gala at the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands - An Evening in Aruba
Escape with us to the Caribbean island paradise of Aruba to celebrate the holidays with an Aruba Gala and dinner at the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Attend on your own or with friends to indulge in Aruban cuisine, culture, and music while learning about travel to Aruba as you meet ICDC Members and make new friends. 

Event Date

Friday, December 2, 2022 at 6:00 PM

Event Address

Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands (Arrive at 2501 Upton Street NW and NOT at the Linnean Avenue entrance)
2501 Upton Street NW
Washington DC 20008

Requested Attire

Cocktail attire requested. All guests must be 21 and over.

Event Description

The International Club of DC and the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands cordially request the pleasure of your company to escape a cold winter night with us to the warm Caribbean island paradise of Aruba to indulge in an Aruban holiday gala celebration!

Enjoy an authentic dinner buffet feast of Aruban delicacies as you enjoy an evening of Aruban music and enjoy an evening of dancing as meet other International Club of DC members and make new friends. Don’t miss this opportunity to indulge in a holiday gala celebration as you learn about travel to Aruba for an unforgettable Caribbean experience!

You are welcome to attend the event on your own or with friends to meet other gala attendees, make new friends, and learn about the Caribbean island paradise of Aruba. 

Dinner Menu of Aruban Delicacies
Enjoy an authentic dinner buffet feast of Aruban Cuisine.

Dance The Night Away to Aruban Music
Enjoy an evening of dancing to Aruban music as you meet other gala attendees and make new friends.

Enjoy Drinks Served at the Open Bar:
Enjoy Aruba’s famous Rum Punch: Aruban made Papiamento Rum mixed with fruit punch or you can indulge in other drinks served at the bar.

Please note that the event is not presented as a seated event. The event is presented so that you can walk amidst other guests and enjoy the event as you meet other guests, embassy staff, and diplomats in attendance and make new friends as you discover Aruba. Kindly note that though there will be limited seating, the event is not presented as a seated function. The event will be presented rain, shine, or snow and event details are subject to change.

About Aruba

Aruba is a small Caribbean island, nestled in the heart of the Southern Caribbean. Aruba is home to beautiful white-sand beaches, cooling trade winds and the warmest people in the world. Aruba is 19.6 miles long and 6 miles across and home to 110,000 residents representing more ten 90 nationalities.

Aruba has a consistent air temperature of about 80 Degrees all year long with a nice breeze. For the nature lovers, Aruba is much more than just beach, casino and partying. The Arikok National Park is the home of many Indian caves, exotic trees and birds and reef protected coves.

 

           TICKETS           
All online ticket sales are final. We are unable to issue refunds for tickets purchased due to expenses incurred to present the event.

Event Agenda (May change)

Due to renovations taking place at the embassy, all guests are required to arrive for the event by 7:45 PM, as the embassy is unable to admit guests to the event after 7:45 PM. The event will be presented in the Grand Hall and Auditorium of the Embassy of the Netherlands. Due to ongoing construction, you will need to be escorted from the entrance of the embassy to the event space by embassy staff. 

Doors will open at 6PM sharp but NOTE BEFORE. Please arrive on time but not prior to 6PM, as we are unable to admit guests before 6PM.

6:00 PM VIP Admission commences.
7:00 PM General Admission commences
9:30 PM Event Concludes

Due to security and space considerations, you must reserve a ticket in advance to attend. Please arrive with photo ID that matches the name on your reservation. Due to strict security considerations all guest must have a reservation and photo ID to attend. Absolutely no door sales.





We Are Grateful for Your Support

We greatly appreciate your contribution towards the International Club of DC Inc by making your reservation. Your support makes it possible for us to present diverse cultural events to our members. Kindly note that your contribution is unrelated to the embassy or venue the event is being presented at and all proceeds from the event are used solely by International Club of DC Inc. to cover expenses related to presenting cultural events to our members.

Map/Parking

No parking is permitted on embassy grounds. Parking is limited to street parking in the vicinity of the Embassy. Uber or other transportation service is highly recommended, as parking in the vicinity of the embassy is extremely limited.

Due to an Embassy renovation, visitors must enter the premises through the back gate, by walking up the driveway on 2501 Upton St, NW.



Please note that the map is enclosed below as a courtesy to you and for your convenience but we do not guarantee the accuracy of the map or the directions provided by Google. It is your responsibly to arrive safely and on time at the address of the event disclosed above.

Parking is limited to street parking in the vicinity of the venue. Kindly note that, as is the case in most major cities, the availability of street parking in Washington DC is limited and beyond our control. Due to the limited availability of parking, we highly recommend a cab, Uber/Lyft or other transportation option. The event start at the designated time so please allow sufficient time for traffic/travel/transportation and parking as these factors are beyond our control.

Event Notes

All ticket sales are final. We are unable to issue refunds for tickets purchased due to expenses incurred to present the event.

Kindly note by purchasing a ticket, you accept responsibility to arrive for the event on time. Due to expenses incurred, we are unable to offer refunds if you are unable to attend the event for any reason. Purchase of tickets for the event constitutes your acceptance of our no-refund policy. Event details, including menus and musical programs, are subject to change as we continue to refine the event. Tickets will be released to the person who purchased the tickets upon presenting photo ID. If you purchased more than one ticket, please arrive for admission with your guest(s).

All online ticket sales are final. No cancellations or refunds on tickets for any reason.

By participating in the event, you accept responsibility to arrive for the event on time. Due to expenses incurred, we are unable to offer refunds if you are unable to attend the event for any reason. Purchase of tickets for the event constitutes your acceptance of our no-refund policy. Event details are subject to change as we continue to refine the event.

Tickets will be released to the person who purchased the tickets upon presenting photo ID. If you purchased more than one ticket, please arrive for admission with your guest(s).

By participating in the event, you agree to follow the DC COVID guidelines in effect at the time of the event: https://coronavirus.dc.gov/

By purchasing a ticket, you accept the risk of being exposed to, contracting, and/or spreading COVID-19 or any other pathogen along with all consequences resulting from exposure or infection, including but not limited to physical injury, illness, temporary or permanent disability, death, and economic or financial loss.

By participating in the event, you agree to hold International Club of DC, Inc. and its officers, employees, members, staff, partners, contractors, and volunteers harmless for any noncompliance of any health and safety mandates by another attendee, event participant, or third party.

By participating in the event, you agree to release, to the fullest extent permitted by law, for yourself, all of your family members and your heirs, International Club of DC, Inc. and its officers, employees, members, staff, partners, contractors, and volunteers from any and all liability for personal injury, including death, and property damage that arise out of the activity.

By participating in the event, you agree, to the fullest extent permitted by law, for yourself, all of your family members and your heirs, not to make negligence claims against International Club of DC, Inc. and its officers, employees, members, staff, partners, contractors, and volunteers for losses, debts, demands and/or damages for personal injuries or wrongful death suffered as a result of participation in the activity.

You understand and agree that by taking part in this ticketed activity will have the effect of releasing, discharging, waiving, and forever relinquishing any and all actions or causes of action that you may have or have had, whether past, present, or future, whether known or unknown, and whether anticipated or unanticipated by you, arising out of your participation. This release constitutes a complete release, discharge, and waiver of any and all actions or causes of action against International Club of DC, Inc. and its officers, employees, members, staff, partners, contractors, and volunteers.

You understand and agree that by participating in this ticketed activity, you are to release, indemnify and hold International Club of DC, Inc. and its officers, employees, members, staff, partners, contractors, and volunteers harmless from any and all liability or costs, including attorney fees, associated with or arising from your participation in activities.

You also agree to convey these terms to your guests and ensure their acceptance and agreement of these terms prior to attending the event.