About this Event
THE NYE GALA - DC's Biggest Luxury NYE Experience
Celebrate the New Year in style at The Westin Washington, DC Downtown! Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with glamour, music, and excitement. Get ready to dance the night away with live entertainment, indulge in delicious food and drinks, and countdown to midnight in a luxurious setting. Don't miss out on DC's most exclusive NYE event - get your tickets now!
2ND ANNUAL DC AFTER DARK NEW YEAR'S EVE GALA
MVEMNT presents
Thursday, December 31, 2026 | 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM
The Westin Washington, DC Downtown
999 9th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001
PLEASE NOTE
Every room reservation includes two tickets. Wristbands are issued at event registration when you check in.
Special guest hosts and DJ announcements are coming. Ticket prices go up once those drop — grab yours now.
ON THE BILL
Live performance by a national recording artist — TBA
Special guest host — TBA
Special guest DJ — TBA
WHAT'S INSIDE
Two levels. Four rooms of entertainment. Six DJs. Fifteen bars.
- Live Times Square feed with the countdown on screens throughout
- Midnight confetti shower
- 360 photo booths
- Roaming photographers and videographer
- NYE party favors
THE ROOMS
Room 1 — Hip-hop, R&B, Top 40, Afrobeats, Caribbean
Room 2 — R&B lounge
Room 3 — Salsa, reggaetón, merengue, bachata and more
Room 4 — Lobby lounge, food and drinks
Seating is limited in all rooms.
TICKETS
General Admission — $40–$85
VIP — $150
Everything in GA, plus:
- Two-hour premium open bar, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM, valid at all bars
- Light hors d'oeuvres
- VIP room access
- Reserved seating
ROOM RESERVATIONS — from $229
Book here: https://book.passkey.com/go/AfterDarkNYEGala
DRESS CODE
Semi-formal is mandatory. Absolutely no jeans. Men must wear a blazer with slacks, or a suit. The dress code is enforced at the door with no exceptions and no refunds. Call ahead if you have questions.
PARKING
Valet at the hotel, self-park garage, and an additional lot directly across the street.
THE FINE PRINT
21 and over only. All sales final — absolutely no refunds.
Questions: [email protected]
Follow @jointhemvemnt for lineup announcements and ticket releases.
MVEMNT
DC After Dark
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Event venue & nearby stays
The Westin Washington, DC Downtown, 999 9th Street Northwest, Washington, United States
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