February 15, 2024- Tickets Are On Sale for DC’s Pinkest Soiree, National Cherry Blossom Festival’s Pink Tie Party, D.C.’s Passport to Spring

Spring’s Party of the Season Returns March 15 at New Venue, Union Station

WASHINGTON (Feb. 15, 2024) – The National Cherry Blossom Festival welcomes spring with D.C.’s pinkest bash, the Pink Tie Party, on March 15, 2024, at its brand new venue, the iconic Union Station Washington D.C.

The annual signature event, presented by Union Station Washington D.C. and Design Cuisine, promises an unforgettable evening filled with glamorous fashion, great food, and global flair. Tickets are $250 and can be purchased on the website. Funds raised support the mission of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, to ensure events remain primarily free and open to the public.

“We love seeing guests dress up in their finest pink attire and dance the night away at the best spring party in town while enjoying a taste of DC” said Diana Mayhew, president and CEO of the National Cherry Blossom Festival. “We are excited to host this event in a location as iconic as Union Station, a location that embodies the event’s theme of Passport to Spring, as it serves as a majestic gateway to Washington, D.C., for travelers and locals alike.”

The Festival invites guests to access A Passport to Spring through: 

● Fashion and Culture Fusion: Walk the runway wearing the finest pink attire through the world’s most iconic springtime and fashion destinations.

● Culinary Delights: Indulge in international culinary delights and craft cocktails from some of the best restaurants in the DC area, alongside creative, pink-inspired dishes by D.C.’s preeminent political, corporate, and social event caterer Design Cuisine.

● Silent Auction: Bid on exclusive items in the silent auction, offering a chance to prepare for your next global getaway.

The Pink Tie Party is presented by Union Station Washington D.C. and Design Cuisine and Supported by All Nippon Airways (ANA). Additional sponsors include Alverdi (OPICI Wines & Spirits), ARTECHOUSE DC, and Chambord Liqueur. Media sponsors include Washingtonian and Washington Blade.

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ABOUT NATIONAL CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL 

The National Cherry Blossom Festival is one of the world’s great celebrations of spring. The 2024 Festival takes place March 20 – April 14, and includes four weeks of events featuring diverse and creative programming promoting traditional and contemporary arts and culture, natural beauty, and community spirit. Leadership Circle Sponsors for the 2024 National Cherry Blossom Festival are Events DC, Amazon, and All Nippon Airways (ANA). Mark your calendars! Save the dates for the 2024 Festival signature events. Visit NationalCherryBlossomFestival.org or call 877.44.BLOOM for more information. Get the latest updates via email, and follow the Festival on social media! Facebook (@CherryBlossomFestival), Instagram (@CherryBlossFest), Twitter (@CherryBlossFest) and YouTube (@CherryBlossFest). 

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ABOUT UNION STATION

Union Station D.C. is a superbly restored, historic, mixed-use, intermodal transportation and shopping center located just blocks from the U.S. capitol Building. Built in 1907, and completed in 1908, Union Station D.C. is one of the most iconic destinations in Washington, D.C. for travelers and area residents alike. The station is currently host to four modes of transportation, millions of visitors each month, a multitude of dining and shopping options and some of the region’s grandest public and private events. For additional information about Union Station D.C. visit www.unionstationdc.com. 

ABOUT DESIGN CUISINE

For over 35 years, Design Cuisine has been recognized as the preeminent political, corporate, and social event caterer in the Washington, D.C. metro area. Selected to cater every Presidential Inauguration lunch since President George H. W. Bush, Design Cuisine has established a reputation for 360-degree event experiences with distinctive presentations, bold menus and impeccable attention to detail and design. As part of the Elior North America family, Design Cuisine delivers the highest level of service for any occasion. From residential clients to renowned cultural institutions, including the U.S. State Department, U.S. Capital Building, National Gallery of Art, Georgetown University, the Smithsonian Museum Collection, The View of D.C., Union Station, George Washington’s Mount Vernon and many more. Design Cuisine’s standard of excellence is unparalleled. For additional information and a full list of Design Cuisine services and venues, visit www.designcuisine.com.