Update (2/6/2026): Ticket sales have ended online for the full Soiree experience! We encourage you to purchase a Soiree Nightcap ticket ($55) to join in the festivities. Learn more HERE.

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No Ball? No Problem! We’ve curated something new for 2026!

Save the date for the Southern University Alumni Federation, Washington DC Chapter's Mardi Gras Cocktail Soirée!

We're doing things differently, but the purpose remains the same. Get ready for a night of masks, music, and merriment as we celebrate the spirit of New Orleans right here in DC while raising funds for scholarships!

🗓️ Saturday, February 7, 2026
⏰ 7 PM - 11 PM
📍 The Spire 750 First St NE Floor 12, Washington, DC 20002

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• Tickets and Tables

  Standard Ticket - $135

  • 2 beers and wine bar tickets (7pm - 10:45pm)

  • Hors d’oeuvres (7:30pm - 8:30pm)

  • Entertainment (DJ and Photo Booth)

  Premium Ticket - $155

  • 4 cocktail bar tickets (7pm - 10:45pm)

  • Hors d’oeuvres (7:30pm - 8:30pm)

  • Entertainment (DJ and Photo Booth)

  VIP Ticket - $200

  • Early entry (6:15pm - 7pm) with access to open seating areas, 2 beer and wine bar tickets, and a couple premium Hors d’oeuvres

  • 4 cocktail bar tickets (7pm - 10:45pm)

  • Hors d’oeuvres (7:30pm - 8:30pm)

  • Entertainment (DJ and Photo Booth)

  Reserved Table for 4 - $1000

  • Limited: only 4 tables available for purchase

  • 4 VIP Tickets

  • Table decorations included

  Reserved Table for 6 - $1500

  • Limited: only 4 tables available for purchase

  • 6 VIP Tickets

  • Table decorations included

  Sales Period: 12/13/2025 - 2/1/2026

  Ticket and Table purchases are non-refundable. Contact the Chapter HERE for inquiries.

• What to Expect

  • Beautiful venue w/ decorations 

  • A reception: standing (cocktail tables) with limited seating

  • Opportunity for securing reserved seating

  • Photo booth (Everybody IN - in kind donation)

  • DJ (DJ Clotty is holding the date)

  • Hors d'oeuvres (7:30 PM - 8:30 PM) 

  • Beverage bars (tickets, cashless)

  • Parking garage at the venue ($20)

  • Opportunity for VIP access and amenities for additional price

  • Cocktail/smart casual attire w/ comfortable shoes

  • Scholarship spotlight

  • A party with a purpose

  • A true fundraiser!

• What NOT to Expect

  • A formal dinner or unlimited Hors d'oeuvres

  • An open bar

  • Seating for all

  • Formal attire

  • Lengthy program or speeches

  • A gift

  • A silent auction

  • Vendors

  • Royal Court

  • Awards

  • A Ball!

• Sponsorship Opportunities

  Become a Sponsor

  We are a 501c3 organization, and your donation is tax-deductible. Your donation will support the chapter’s goals and, more specifically, the chapter’s operation and scholarship funds.

  Jaguar - $350

  • Optional: Name listed on website, social media, event e-blasts to attendees, and newsletter

  • Optional: Name listed on digital event signage

  • 1 VIP Ticket

  • Early entry (6:15pm - 7pm) with access to open seating areas, the beer and wine bar, and a couple premium Hors d’oeuvres

  Blue - $500

  • Optional: Name listed on website, social media, event e-blasts to attendees, and newsletter

  • Optional: Name listed on digital event signage

  • 1 VIP Ticket

  • Early entry (6:15pm - 7pm) with 1 reserved seat in main event space, and access to the beer and wine bar, and a couple premium Hors d’oeuvres

  Gold - $1000

  • Optional: Name and/or Logo/Photo presented on website, social media, event e-blasts to attendees, and newsletter

  • Optional: Name and/or Logo/Photo presented on digital event signage

  • Optional: Named Honorary Event Co-Host

  • 2 VIP Tickets

  • Early entry (6:15pm - 7pm) with 2 reserved seats in main event space, and access to the beer and wine bar, and a couple premium Hors d’oeuvres

  Become a Sponsor

• Hotel Accommodations, Parking, and Transporation

  Hotels

  Washington Marriott Capitol Hill (7 minutes from venue)

  The Royal Sonesta Capitol Hill (8 minutes from venue)

  The George - A Kimpton Hotel (9 minutes from venue)

  Hyatt Regency Capitol Hill (11 minutes from venue)

  Parking

  Colonial Parking (1 minute from venue)

  30 Massachusetts Ave NE

  Washington, DC 20002

  Floor 1 Union Station

  Open 24 Hours

  Other parking garages and street parking available nearby. Please check parking times.

  Transportation

  Union Metro Station (1 minute from venue)

• Attire

  Cocktail Hour

• Refund Policy

  Ticket sales for the Soiree and the Nightcap are final and non-refundable. Please contact the Chapter HERE for inquiries.

• Make a Donation

  We are a 501c3 organization, and your donation is tax-deductible. Your donation will support the chapter’s goals and, more specifically, the chapter’s operation and scholarship funds. Click HERE to donate any amount.

• Contact

  For more information or inquiries, please contact the following:

  The Chapter

  Click Here

  Dr. Ivory Berry

  President

  Click Here