About this Event
Keep the conversations going after dark at Lydia in DuPont. Join founders, investors, executives, politicians, attorneys, creatives, and other professionals on Friday, September 18, 2026, from 9 PM–2 AM, with confirmed lead MC ALONEATIQ.
Late Night Mixer: An Exchange After Dark is the Friday-night social extension of AaronBux Exchange—an elevated gathering for founders, investors, executives, politicians, government affairs leaders, attorneys, nonprofit leaders, creatives, operators, and professionals in Washington, D.C.
Come for open networking, drinks, music, poetry, and real conversation. ALONEATIQ leads the evening with poetry and MC energy alongside music and open networking. The atmosphere stays social, with a brief closing word from AaronBux Exchange near the end.
Independently produced by AaronBux Exchange. This event is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Congressional Black Caucus or the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation.
What to expect
• Confirmed lead MC ALONEATIQ and poetry
• A polished party-mixer atmosphere
• Open networking with founders, funders, executives, politicians, attorneys, creatives, startup teams, nonprofit leaders, and other D.C. professionals
• Music, cocktails, and beverages available from Lydia in DuPont
• Genuine introductions and meaningful connections
• A brief closing word from AaronBux Exchange
Friday night
Doors open at 9:00 PM. Arrive when you can and move through the room at your own pace. Open networking, drinks, and music continue until 2:00 AM.
Lydia in DuPont
1215 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, DC 20036
Thursday + Friday access
Registered attendees of Thursday’s AaronBux Exchange: Black Capital event receive complimentary Friday admission, subject to Friday capacity. A separate Friday RSVP is required. Reserve the Thursday Attendee Access ticket and present your Thursday ticket and a valid government-issued photo ID at Friday check-in. One complimentary Friday reservation is available per eligible Thursday attendee.
Drinks and other menu items will be available for purchase from Lydia in DuPont. Admission does not include beverages unless specifically stated on the ticket.
Dress to impress. Upscale evening or smart-casual attire is encouraged. This is a 21+ event, and every guest must present a valid government-issued photo ID.
Organizer: AaronBux Exchange, the events and community platform of AaronBux Asset Management Firm LLC.
Event venue & nearby stays
Lydia in DuPont, 1215 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, United States
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