The Mardi Gras Ball Returns!
The Southern University Alumni Federation – Washington, DC Chapter is proud to announce the return of one of our most anticipated signature events—The Mardi Gras Ball!
Join us as we celebrate Southern pride, excellence, and community with an unforgettable evening of elegance, entertainment, and Mardi Gras tradition.
Purchase Tickets and Tables
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Member Ticket (single): $200
Purchase Period: Closed
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Ticket + Membership:
General Sales: $275 (single ticket + membership)
Guest Ticket (single): starting at $210
Purchase Period: 8/15 - 1/20
Click HERE to purchase
Your annual membership will start on the day of ticket purchase and end on June 30, 2027 (end of fiscal year).
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Ticket (single): $210
Table (table of 10): $2250
Purchase Period: Closed
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Become a Sponsor
Showcase your business or organization while supporting scholarships and alumni programming. Sponsorship opportunities are now available with benefits designed to maximize your visibility before, during, and after the event.
Whether you're interested in corporate sponsorship, program advertising, or making a lasting impact, we'd love to partner with you.
Sponsorship levels begin at $500, and ticket or table benefits are included in each level.
Purchase an Ad
The Mardi Gras Ball Planning Committee welcomes your support and creativity to ensure the souvenir journal is impactful, high-quality, diverse, and engaging! Businesses and/or individuals and families are encouraged to place an ad to commend the SUAF-WDC chapter, recognize specific chapter members, memorialize a loved one who was connected to the chapter or to Southern University amongst, or promote their business or brand amongst other things.
Event Logistics
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The Mardi Gras Ball Planning Committee is hard at work curating a special event experience. Stay tuned for more details.
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Nightly Room Rate: $139
Reserve your room today at the Crystal Gateway Marriott: https://book.passkey.com/e/51306358 OR call Marriott’s Worldwide Reservation line and make reservations over the phone for the “Southern University Alumni Federation WDC Chapter Mardi Gras Ball Jan2027” via 800-228-9290.
The special room rate expires on January 6, 2027 if rooms are still available.
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Event parking and overnight self-parking is $30.
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You can take us out the South, but you can’t take the South out of us! We believe in delivering great Southern Hospitality for our guests. The Hospitality sub-committee is currently curating some opportunities for pre- and post- Mardi Gras Ball engagement. Stay tuned for more details.
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This year's auction will raise vital funds for Southern University student scholarships and chapter initiatives. While we finalize our exciting collection of unique experiences and specialty items, we are officially accepting auction donations from alumni, businesses, and community partners. Click HERE to learn more.
Stay Connected
Follow us for the latest information:
Instagram: @suaf_wdc
Facebook: Southern University Alumni – Washington, DC Chapter
Website: www.suafwdc.com
We can't wait to welcome alumni, friends, and supporters back for an unforgettable evening where Southern tradition meets Mardi Gras elegance.
The Legacy Lives On. The Celebration Returns.
Planning Committee
