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The March 12 indoor party pairs bites, specialty cocktails, entertainment and a benefit auction with fundraising for the National Cherry Blossom Festival. Tickets are $275; guests must be 21 or older.
All times are local to the venue · America/New York
The Pink Tie Party’s place on the calendar is worth noting: it takes place March 12, ahead of the National Cherry Blossom Festival dates listed for 2027, March 20 through April 11. Ticket sales and a benefit auction support the Festival’s effort to keep its events primarily free and open to the public, making this a paid benefit before the wider spring program.
The event listing describes the party as a Festival kickoff, but the FAQ gives March 20–April 11 as the 2027 Festival dates and notes that dates may change. The March 12 gathering therefore falls ahead of that announced period, rather than within it.
The organizer says funds raised through ticket sales and the benefit auction support the Festival’s mission to keep most events free and open. Guests may bid on items described generally as unique, but no current auction lots are named. That gives the $275 admission a fundraising context while leaving the auction’s specific offerings unknown.
Further reading: Pink Tie Party – Cherry Blossom Festival Gala ↗ · Cherry Blossom Festival FAQs – Visitor Guide ↗
The announced mix is food bites and specialty cocktails from Design Cuisine and DC-area restaurants, along with music and entertainment. The listing does not identify the participating restaurants, a menu, performers or a running order, so it supports planning for a general food-and-entertainment evening—not for a particular dish or act.
The party is indoors at Union Station. That makes the event’s practical profile different from the Festival’s outdoor public activities: visitors are choosing a ticketed social gathering, rather than a stop at one of the free events on the broader calendar.
Further reading: Pink Tie Party – Cherry Blossom Festival Gala ↗
The party is listed from 7 to 11 p.m.
The event listing gives a $275 price but does not say whether additional fees apply or specify exactly what admission includes. It also does not publish a purchase deadline or refund and transfer terms. For ticket questions, the Festival FAQ lists [email protected].
Pink Tie Party – Cherry Blossom Festival Gala ↗ · Cherry Blossom Festival FAQs – Visitor Guide ↗
The event address is 50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002. The listing describes the gathering as indoors and identifies Union Station as its Metro stop.
The event listing confirms wheelchair access, ASL interpretation, accessible seating and service animals. For specific seating arrangements, it asks guests to contact [email protected] in advance; it lists [email protected] for other access needs.
The Festival-wide accessibility guide says requests for accommodations not already in place should be made at least two weeks ahead through [email protected]. That guide also lists [email protected] for additional needs.
Pink Tie Party – Cherry Blossom Festival Gala ↗ · Accessibility at the Cherry Blossom Festival – DC ↗
The organizer estimates an audience of 500–1,000 and cautions that the event typically draws large crowds and may be noisy. It suggests bringing headphones or earplugs for guests with sensory sensitivities.
The event is at Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002. Its listing names Union Station as the Metro stop. The Festival points riders to WMATA’s Trip Planner for current route and schedule information; the listing does not specify a separate party entrance. Map links can calculate directions from your starting point.
Pink Tie Party – Cherry Blossom Festival Gala ↗ · Getting to the Cherry Blossom Festival in DC ↗
The Festival’s transportation guidance says parking is limited in the District, especially during Festival season, and recommends alternative transportation. It also recommends reserving parking in advance through SpotHero if driving; check current availability and terms before making plans.
The listing advertises bites, specialty cocktails and entertainment, but does not specify exactly what admission covers or whether fees are additional. It does not publish a menu or performer lineup. Ticket questions can go to [email protected].
Pink Tie Party – Cherry Blossom Festival Gala ↗ · Cherry Blossom Festival FAQs – Visitor Guide ↗
Guests are invited to wear pink or floral attire. The listing gives no other dress rules.
The event page confirms wheelchair access, ASL interpretation, accessible seating and service animals. Contact details for seating and other accommodation requests are included in the visit information above.
Pink Tie Party – Cherry Blossom Festival Gala ↗ · Accessibility at the Cherry Blossom Festival – DC ↗
No. The listing describes food, cocktails, music, entertainment and an auction, but does not publish a running order.
50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
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Event, planning and background information checked 2026-10-31 against the linked sources.