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Watan USA Gala Dinner

Watan USA Gala Dinner · 20 November 2026
Watan USA Gala Dinner

AN EXCEPTIONAL NIGHT
FOR AN EXTRAORDINARY CAUSE.

Friday, 20 November · The Watergate Hotel · Washington, DC This November, Watan USA takes over the Moretti Ballroom at the iconic Watergate Hotel for a night designed to be experienced. Join us for an elegant dinner with live Oud, music and entertainment. Together with special guests, our team will take you on a journey, sharing powerful stories from the field with a room full of people brought together by the belief that a great night can also do extraordinary good. Come dressed for the occasion and bring your family, friends or colleagues. Enjoy a night of culture, conversation and exceptional hospitality while helping Watan USA deliver life changing humanitarian work around the world. Tickets · $250 per person

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play_circle Official Trailer · 79 min film
Directed by

Abrar Hussain

Documentary Filmmaker

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About the Gala Dinner

MORE THAN A DINNER.

THIS IS THE WATAN GALA EXPERIENCE.

From the moment you enter the Moretti Ballroom, expect a night that feels special.

LIVE OUD & ENTERTAINMENT

Experience live Oud, music and cultural performances throughout the night.

AN ELEGANT DINING EXPERIENCE

Enjoy dinner and hospitality in one of Washington, DC’s most iconic hotels.

PEOPLE WORTH MEETING

Share the room with community leaders, philanthropists, professionals, families and people who care deeply about making a difference.

STORIES YOU WON’T JUST HEAR. YOU’LL FEEL.

Go beyond the statistics and see the people, places and stories behind Watan’s humanitarian work.

A NIGHT THAT DOES MORE

Your presence has a purpose. The Gala helps Watan USA take the support raised in Washington, DC and turn it into food, water, healthcare, shelter and critical humanitarian assistance for people who need it most.

One ticket. One exceptional night. Impact that reaches far beyond the ballroom.

ONE NIGHT ONLY.

GO BEHIND THE SCENES OF WATAN.


This is your opportunity to experience Watan beyond what you see online.

Hear directly from the people behind our work. Step inside the stories shaping our mission. See powerful moments from the field and discover what it really takes to deliver humanitarian aid where it is needed most.

For one night, we are bringing you closer to the work, the people and the impact than ever before.

This is Watan from the inside. And you’re invited in.
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Why Watan

Every ticket helps families on the ground.

$1M+ Aid Delivered
60k Orphans Supported
$6M Zakat Distributed
15yr Years of Service
Choose your screening

Two nights. Two community venues.

Reserved seating from $30. Add an optional donation at checkout. 100% of donations go to Watan.

Friday 11 / 20 2026
WASHINGTON, DC

Moretti Ballroom, The Watergate Hotel

Attire: Formal

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Starting

6:00 PM to 11:00 PM EST

$ 250 / ticket
Reserved seating
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A portion of every ticket supports Watan USA's humanitarian programs.

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Frequently asked questions.

What's included with my ticket? add

Reserved seating, the full 79-minute screening, and a brief introduction from Watan USA. Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the film begins at 7:30 PM.

Will there be a Q&A or filmmaker appearance? add

We are confirming filmmaker and special-guest appearances per venue. Subscribers get first notice when details are locked.

What language is the film in? add

English narration with subtitles where applicable. Suitable for all ages.

Are the venues accessible? add

Museum of the Moving Image ADA accessible. Contact us in advance for specific accommodations.

What's the refund policy? add

Tickets are non-refundable but transferable up to 24 hours before showtime. Email us with your order number to transfer a ticket.

Is my ticket tax-deductible? add

A portion above the fair market value of admission may be tax-deductible. Watan USA is a 501(c)(3). Consult your tax advisor for guidance.

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