2026 AFDC Annual Benefit Event
Thursday, September 17, 2026 • 7pm
This Gala will bring together patrons, supporters, and friends of French culture for a night of hors d’oeuvres, conversations, Ken Matthews’ Band’s Live Jazz Performances, and desserts by Pâtisserie Poupon at The Résidence de France
Paris, Capital of Fashion: Book Talk
Friday, September 18, 2026 • 7pm
Join us for an evening with renowned fashion historian, curator, and author Dr. Valerie Steele, as she discusses the cultural, historical, and artistic significance of fashion in the iconic city of Paris.
Pourquoi L’Alliance Française?
The Alliance Française has been a Washington Institution since 1905, welcoming adults, teens, and children to experience the joys of French and francophone language and cultures.
We offer a comprehensive array of classes at every level—from absolute beginner to fluent speakers. All enriched by a full calendar of events to round out your French education.
We are a member-supported 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and do not receive any funding from the French, US or District governments. We depend entirely on generous donors, sponsors, partners and friends like you to sustain our work, expand our programming, and underwrite our operations.
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Entrainez-vous au DELF-DALF!
Entraînez-vous au DELF-DALF!
Official practice exam sessions from France Education International will be at AFDC September 14-16. Register for the level(s) you wish to practice for at this link before September 6: https://francedc.org/certification_days
Read more on the DELF-DALF exams: https://francedc.org/delf
Youth Programs - Open House - September 12
Only once a year, the Youth Programs open the doors to let you see how the magic happens. Don't miss it for the 2026-27 school year!
Find more information and register HERE.
Adults Fall Session opens August 6
Register for our Fall Session starting August 6, with a $20 Early Bird discount through August 28.
Browse our course list, and be sure to log in to your profile to unlock registration: francedc.org/registration
“My most cherished part of being part of AFDC has been the people I've met, the great teachers I've had (shoutout to Sidiki, Ernest, Eric, Ghislaine, Flora, Ameneh, Milad, Wissam), and the friendships I've made with interesting, open-minded learners of all ages.”
-Cecilia Capuzzi Simon
“It is a privilege to be part of the AFDC where everyone is supportive and encouraging. My dream to study broderie française historique is now a reality since I use the language skills I learned here to participate in this amazing form of art. Merci, AFDC!”
-Laura Koren
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