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Deets: Raclette Fest turns Cheesetique into a mini ski lodge: raclette-topped plates, warm pretzels, cool-climate wines, apple strudel, and lodge-inspired cocktails—made for groups, date nights, and anyone craving a wintery outing without leaving the DMV–or freezing their toes. The Fest, now in year 8, kicks off with a ticketed Après Ski Party on February 22nd.
New for 2026 (highlights)
Truffle Raclette upgrade (+$6)
Apple Strudel dessert (warm spiced apples + vanilla cream)
Enhanced Alpine Wine Flight (expanded tasting notes + pairing focus)
“Alpine Fizz” zero-proof cocktail designed to pair with raclette
Après-Ski Party (Feb 22, 4–7 PM | $45)
Unlimited Raclette Feast
DJ Farrah Flosscett (chill-funk set)
Ski-Chic attire + best-dressed prizes
Ski Patrol Pour toast at 5:00 PM (Jäger shot or zero-proof option)
Giant Jenga competition (prizes at multiple levels)
Alpine Truths conversation cards at every table
Ski Lodge Corner photo moment
(Drinks available for additional purchase.)
Hint for the Average Socialite: Reservations for Raclette Fest can be made on Open Table.
Tickets to the Après-Ski Party are $45 per person. Free Milkboy Swiss Chocolate bar for the first 25 tickets purchased. Attire is ski chic — break out your best downhill wear and compete to win our Best Dressed prize.
The ticket includes everything above except drinks. This is a general admission party. Admission is capped based on room capacity, but we cannot guarantee that groups will be able to sit together.) Tickets are non-refundable, but may be transferred.
