The Mercado at La Cosecha

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Experience The Mercado, a vibrant celebration of culture, live music, food, local vendors, and community, presented by Casta’s and ADOBO DMV

La Cosecha, Latin Marketplace

Casta’s Rum Bar and ADOBO DMV are taking over Neal Place and La Cosecha for The Mercado, a full day and night celebrating multicultural cuisine, music and culture in the heart of DC’s Union Market District.Saturday, November 14 Block Party &amp; Market: 2pm – 9pm on Neal Place (all ages) Night Party: 9pm – 2am inside La Cosecha (21+)

<h3>The Block Party &amp; Market (2pm – 9pm, All Ages)</h3>Neal Place turns into a full-on street party, right next to La Cosecha.<ul><li>Live music all day: DJs and a live band keeping the block moving from afternoon into evening</li><li>Street Food: a whole roasted pig and your favorite multicultural cuisine</li><li>Mojitos &amp; margaritas: Casta’s signature cocktails, plus cervezas and non-alcoholic options</li><li>The Mercado: shop local food and retail vendors from across the DMV</li></ul>Bring the whole family. The block party is open to all ages, and kids 12 and under get in free. Your ticket includes access to the market. Food and drinks are available for purchase.

<h3>The Night Party (9pm – 2am, 21+)</h3>When the sun goes down, the party moves inside. La Cosecha becomes a late-night dance party with a DJ Set by Pedro Night on the decks until 2 am. Food and drinks are available for purchase.Valid government-issued physical photo ID is required for entry. No exceptions.<h4>VIP Experience</h4>Want to level up your night? VIP gets you:<ul><li>Access to the private VIP section</li><li>Private VIP bathrooms</li><li>Complimentary Coat check</li></ul><h4>VIP Tables</h4>Bottle service tables start at a $750 minimum spend and include entry for 10 guests.To reserve, buy a $50 table deposit. The deposit goes toward your minimum spend. Our VIP host will then reach out to you directly with the details. Tables are limited.

<h3>Ticket Types</h3><ul><li>Block Party GA: Neal Place, 2–9pm, all ages, includes the market. Kids 12 and under are free.</li><li>Night Party GA: La Cosecha, 9pm–2am, 21+</li><li>Combo (Day + Night): the full experience, block party to last call, 21+</li><li>VIP Access: Night Party entry plus the VIP section, bathrooms, coat check and access behind the DJ booth, 21+</li><li>VIP Table Deposit: reserve a table for 10 (starting at $750 minimum spend)</li></ul>

<h4>Become a Sponsor</h4>We’re looking for brand partners to help bring The Mercado to life. If you or your company would like to sponsor, contact nikki@versusequity.com.<h4>Become a Vendor</h4>Want a booth at the block party? We’re accepting food and retail vendors. Contact nikki@versusequity.com.

<h3>Location</h3>La Cosecha &amp; Neal Place 1280 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002 The block party is on Neal Place, right next to La Cosecha. The Night Party is inside La Cosecha.

All sales are final. No refunds. Rain or shine. The block party is all ages. The Night Party is strictly 21+ with valid physical photo ID. Ticket prices go up as each tier sells out, so grab yours early. Coat check is available at the Night Party. Food and drinks are available for purchase at both parts of the event.

<h3>Questions?</h3>Contact us at info@castasrumbar.com.Presented by Casta’s Rum Bar × ADOBO DMV

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