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4th Annual Howard Homecoming Blaque Mecca Block Party

Oct 25, 2025 from 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM
metrobar, Washington, DC
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Join us for an outdoor tailgate/block party before, during, and immediately following the football game! This event will bring together Howard/TSU alumni and friends from across the country for a lively afternoon of DJs, cocktails, food trucks, and socializing. Located at an 11,000-square-foot outdoor venue, the event is set within a refurbished 5000-series Metro railcar at the Rhode Island Avenue Metro station. Our multi-purpose bar and cultural venue offers an arts-driven space designed to connect the community and celebrate DC's rich history and culture.

ABSOLUTLEY NO REFUNDS! THIS IS NOT A BYOB EVENT! Entry will be capped base on capacity. EARLY ARRIVAL IS STRONGLY SUGGESTED! Drinks/food will be ordered directly with venue personnel. She will lead the Movemakers team in taking you to your designated table/cabana section.

CAPACITY: All cabana/table parties must arrive together and within an hour of their table/cabana reservation time. This is to avoid log jam and entry delays. Must be 21.

TABLE/CABANA TIME: There are two time blocks for table and cabana reservations; 12p-6p and 6p-12a. Please make sure someone in your party is seated in your section at all times as there will not be anyone designated to monitor your section. All parties must arrive together. IN ADDITION TO THE TABLE FEE, EACH SECTION ALSO HAS A MINIMUM SPEND.

FOOD/DRINKS: There will be food trucks available as well as drink servers/bartenders. There are no minimum spends for sections. This is not a BYOB event.

POINT OF CONTACT: Niyesha Coleman (cc'd), she can be reached at 312-203-6869 or [email protected]. SHE WILL ONLY BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ESCORTING YOU TO YOUR SECTION. 

ARRIVAL TIME: All parties must arrive together. 

DEPARTURE TIME: Your party must exit the section at the expiration of your allotted time. Please be courteous to the party that has reserved the table/cabana block after you! 

RAIN OR SHINE: This event will happen rain or shine.

 

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FREE!
3000 Remaining

Admit one per person! Entry will be capped base on capacity. Must be 21. Rain or shine event. Does not include seating. We strongly urge you to arrive no later than 12p. Entry based on capacity. 



FREE!
1500 Remaining

Admit one per person! Entry will be capped base on capacity. Must be 21. Rain or shine event. Does not include seating. We strongly urge you to arrive no later than 2p. Entry based on capacity. 



FREE!
2000 Remaining

Admit one per person! Entry will be capped base on capacity. Must be 21. Rain or shine event. Does not include seating.



FREE!
1500 Remaining

Admit one per person! Entry will be capped base on capacity. Must be 21. Rain or shine event. Does not include seating. We strongly urge you to arrive no later than 2p. Entry based on capacity. 



$150.00
7 Remaining

Reservation is good from 12p-6p. Must be 21. No refunds. Rain or shine event. Buyer responsible for seating guests. Circle table reservation accomodates up to 5 guests; $150 min beverage spend required (table fee is seperate from required spend). Tab must be closed 15 minutes prior to next party arrival or last call. This is not a BYOB event. Must have credit card and Valid Government issued ID upon entry. Entire party must arrive together.



$150.00
8 Remaining

Reservation is good from 8p-12a. Must be 21. No refunds. Rain or shine event. Buyer responsible for seating guests. Circle table reservation accomodates up to guests; $150 min beverage spend required (table fee is seperate from required spend). Tab must be closed 15 minutes prior to next party arrival or last call. This is not a BYOB event. Must have credit card and Valid Government issued ID upon entry. Entire party must arrive together.



$150.00
11 Remaining

Reservation is good from 12p-4p. Must be 21. No refunds. Rain or shine event. Buyer responsible for seating guests. Square table reservation accomodates up to 4 guests; $150 min beverage spend required. Tab must be closed 15 minutes prior to next party arrival or last call. This is not a BYOB event. Must have credit card and Valid Government issued ID upon entry. Entire party must arrive together.



$200.00
7 Remaining

Reservation is good from 6p-12a. Must be 21. No refunds. Rain or shine event. Buyer responsible for seating guests. Square table reservation accomodates up to guests; $150 min beverage spend required. Tab must be closed 15 minutes prior to next party arrival or last call. This is not a BYOB event. Must have credit card and Valid Government issued ID upon entry. Entire party must arrive together.



$300.00
17 Remaining

Reservation is good from 12p-6p. Must be 21. No refunds. Rain or shine event. Buyer responsible for seating guests. Picnic table reservation accomodates 6-10 guests. $250 min beverage spend required (table fee is seperate from required spend). Tab must be closed 15 minutes prior to next party arrival or last call. This is not a BYOB event. Must have credit card and Valid Government issued ID upon entry. Entire party must arrive together.



$300.00
17 Remaining

Reservation is good from 6p-12a. Must be 21. No refunds. Rain or shine event. Buyer responsible for seating guests. Picnic table reservation accomodates 6-10 guests. $250 min beverage spend required (table fee is seperate from required spend). Tab must be closed 15 minutes prior to next party arrival or last call. This is not a BYOB event. Must have credit card and Valid Government issued ID upon entry. Entire party must arrive together.



$300.00
4 Remaining

Reservation is good from 12p-6p. Must be 21. No refunds. Rain or shine event. Buyer responsible for seating guests. Cabana reservation accomodates 6-8 guests. $300 min beverage spend required (table fee is seperate from required spend). Tab must be closed 15 minutes prior to next party arrival or last call. This is not a BYOB event. Must have credit card and Valid Government issued ID upon entry. Entire party must arrive together.



$300.00

Reservation is good from 6p-12a. Must be 21. No refunds. Rain or shine event. Buyer responsible for seating guests. Cabana reservation accomodates 6-8 guests. $300 min beverage spend required (table fee is seperate from required spend). Tab must be closed 15 minutes prior to next party arrival or last call. This is not a BYOB event. Must have credit card and Valid Government issued ID upon entry. Entire party must arrive together.



FREE!
1 Remaining

VIP Table for Howard/TSU Alumni. Most show QR scan with valid ID to gain admisison in section.



FREE!
1 Remaining

VIP Table for Howard/TSU Alumni. Most show QR scan with valid ID to gain admisison in section.



FREE!

Sponsor VIP Table (20 Person). Must be 21.


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Oct 25, 2025 from 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM EDT
metrobar
640 Rhode Island Avenue Northeast
Washington, DC 20002
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Hosted by the HU MOVEMAKERS and the Alumni Host Committee

Join us for an outdoor tailgate/block party before, during, and immediately following the football game! This event will bring together Howard/TSU alumni and friends from across the country for a lively afternoon of DJs, cocktails, food trucks, and socializing. Located at an 11,000-square-foot outdoor venue, the event is set within a refurbished 5000-series Metro railcar at the Rhode Island Avenue Metro station. Our multi-purpose bar and cultural venue offers an arts-driven space designed to connect the community and celebrate DC's rich history and culture.

GAME TIME LIVE SHOWING: We will be showing the game live at 3:30 PM. Early arrival is highly recommended. Entry is guaranteed only for those who have reserved tables or cabanas

ABSOLUTLEY NO REFUNDS! THIS IS NOT A BYOB EVENT! Entry will be capped base on capacity. EARLY ARRIVAL IS STRONGLY SUGGESTED! Drinks/food will be ordered directly with venue personnel. If you prurchased a cabana/table, our service team will lead you to your designated table/cabana section.

CAPACITY: All cabana/table parties must arrive together and within an hour of their table/cabana reservation time. This is to avoid log jam and entry delays. Must be 21.

TABLE/CABANA TIME: There are two time blocks for table and cabana reservations; 12p-6p and 6p-12a. Please make sure someone in your party is seated in your section at all times as there will not be anyone designated to monitor your section. All parties must arrive together. IN ADDITION TO THE TABLE FEE, EACH SECTION ALSO HAS A MINIMUM SPEND.

FOOD/DRINKS: There will be food trucks available as well as drink servers/bartenders. There are no minimum spends for sections. This is not a BYOB event.

POINT OF CONTACT FOR TABLES/CABANAS: Niyesha Coleman (cc'd), she can be reached at 312-203-6869 or [email protected]. SHE WILL ONLY BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ESCORTING YOU TO YOUR SECTION.

ARRIVAL TIME: All parties must arrive together.

DEPARTURE TIME: Your party must exit the section at the expiration of your allotted time. Please be courteous to the party that has reserved the table/cabana block after you!

RAIN OR SHINE: This event will happen rain or shine.