Musicians greet guests at the gala. An evening unlike any other in Washington, the Annual Gala attracts more than 400 cultural, political, diplomatic and business leaders to dine among the Phillips’s masterworks. "The Annual Gala, Mexico: A Land of Beauty," celebrates Mexican art and culture. The event also forefronts the Phillips’s major summer exhibition, "The Warmth of Other Suns: Stories of Global Displacement," which features the work of 75 artists including many from Mexico. Los Gallos Negros provided entertainment.

Lucky guests dine amid art masterworks. The event was overseen by Keith Costas of the Phillips Collection and the Dufour Collective.

The evening features an array of stunning tables. Perfect Settings oversaw rentals and linens.

A pretty pink table. Design Foundry oversaw decor.

Pink chairs get the star treatment. Atmosphere Inc. oversaw lighting.

Two pretty clear tables. Catering was provided by Occasions Caterers.

Cool violets and pinks set set the mood.

This dining room is pretty in pink.

A king's table welcomes guests.

Guests dine beneath Renoir's "Luncheon of the Boating Party."

An exclusive table.

White chiavaris stand out against black wainscotting.

White chairs offset colorful tabletops.

Beautiful lighting from Atmosphere.

A tabletop from Perfect Settings.

A sunny yellow tabletop.

Aqua and ochre sing.

A place setting gets its close-up.

Yellow and lavender make for a strong palette.

Gorgeous striped linen from Perfect Settings.

A vivid tabletop. Amaryllis Floral and Event Design provided floral.

A table design with a rustic look.

Lattice-edge plates make a statement.

The Contemporaries Bash--for more than 500 of the city's well-connected and philanthropic young professionals--celebrate at an event on Dock 5 at Union Market.

The "warehouse lounge" look. MJ Valet provided valet services.

The beautiful bar at the Contemporaries event. Libations were provided by Total Wine and More.

The beautiful bar at the Contemporaries event. Total Wine and More provided libations.

Great lighting on a beverage station.

Chic seating at the Contemporaries event.

A stunning installation.

A Mexican motif on a pillow--a great detail.