Kelly Rutherford and Gina Rodriguez bedazzle in boldly printed dresses as they lead the stars partying on Capitol Hill  

The stars have descended upon Washington D.C. for a lively weekend on Capitol Hill. 

With an array of soirees in session on Friday night in honour of White House Correspondents' Dinner Weekend, many party-hopped in their most elegant attire.

The stars included Kelly Rutherford and Gina Rodriguez, both of whom appeared striking in bold print knee-length dresses.

Colourful: Kelly Rutherford showed off her retro look at the Creative Coalition's Celebration of the Arts annual benefit dinner at Supper Suite by STK and at Time and People's cocktail party

Colourful: Kelly Rutherford showed off her retro look at the Creative Coalition's Celebration of the Arts annual benefit dinner at Supper Suite by STK and at Time and People's cocktail party

Funky fashion: While Kelly attracted in her bright outfit, Gina Rodriguez rocked a little black dress featuring a smattering of giant 3D letters at the party
Funky fashion: While Kelly attracted in her bright outfit, Gina Rodriguez rocked a little black dress featuring a smattering of giant 3D letters at the party

Funky fashion: While Kelly attracted in her bright outfit, Gina Rodriguez rocked a little black dress featuring a smattering of giant 3D letters at the party

Gina, 30, rocked a funky little black dress featuring a smattering of giant 3D letters, long sleeves, and a scoop neck at Time and People's annual cocktail party at the St. Regis Hotel.

The Jane The Virgin star dressed the look up with black pointed toe pumps and kept her accessories to a minimum.

She was joined by her boyfriend, Revenge alum Henri Esteve, with whom she posed in a series of images posted to Instagram, including one sharing a kiss.

Lovey dovey: Gina, 30, was joined by her boyfriend, Revenge alum Henri Esteve, with whom she posed in a series of images posted to Instagram, including one sharing a kiss

Lovey dovey: Gina, 30, was joined by her boyfriend, Revenge alum Henri Esteve, with whom she posed in a series of images posted to Instagram, including one sharing a kiss

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Gina is fresh off of a press blitz in New York City, promoting her hit comedy series, Jane The Virgin.

Kelly, 46, showed off her retro look at the Creative Coalition's Celebration of the Arts annual benefit dinner at Supper Suite by STK and at Time and People's cocktail party. 

The Gossip Girl star teamed the multi-coloured sleeveless dress with giant dangling earrings and matching white pumps, while carrying a white clutch.

You go Girl! Lena Dunham attended The New Yorker's White House Correspondents' Dinner Weekend Pre-Party at the W Hotel Rooftop

You go Girl! Lena Dunham attended The New Yorker's White House Correspondents' Dinner Weekend Pre-Party at the W Hotel Rooftop

In good company: She was pictured posing for a chummy photo with the event's host, Pulitzer Prize winning New Yorker editor David Remnick and his wife Esther Fein

In good company: She was pictured posing for a chummy photo with the event's host, Pulitzer Prize winning New Yorker editor David Remnick and his wife Esther Fein

Pals: She also hung out with Modern Family star Jesse Tyler Ferguson, who looked dapper in a dark blue suit with a lavender dress shirt and a black and white plaid tie

Pals: She also hung out with Modern Family star Jesse Tyler Ferguson, who looked dapper in a dark blue suit with a lavender dress shirt and a black and white plaid tie

She put on a brave face after recently breaking down in tears on television, while discussing her estrangement from her two children, who live with their father overseas.

With a legal decision made on April 9, Kelly's two children – Hermes, eight, and Helena, five, with German businessman Daniel Giersch – are required to live primarily with their father in France.

She and her ex-husband were awarded equally shared custody after Kelly filed for divorce in 2009.

Dynamic duo: Jesse, 39, also attended Time and People's cocktail party, where he posed with Orange Is The New Black star Laverne Cox

Dynamic duo: Jesse, 39, also attended Time and People's cocktail party, where he posed with Orange Is The New Black star Laverne Cox

Golden girl: The 30-year-old actress shimmered in an exquisite gold and silver cocktail dress

Golden girl: The 30-year-old actress shimmered in an exquisite gold and silver cocktail dress

Happy couple: Jesse was also joined by his husband, lawyer Justin Mikita, who looked slick in a grey suit

Happy couple: Jesse was also joined by his husband, lawyer Justin Mikita, who looked slick in a grey suit

Problems arose when Daniel was denied re-entry into the United States in April 2012, after Kelly's lawyer brought allegations against the man to the State Department.

That summer, a California judge ruled that the shared custody must remain in place and that the children should reside in Europe with their father, as he cannot travel to see them in the U.S.

Meanwhile, also partying in Washington was Lena Dunham, who attended The New Yorker's White House Correspondents' Dinner Weekend Pre-Party at the W Hotel Rooftop.

Raven-haired beauty: Elementary star Lucy Liu partied in a regal black frock at the White House Correspondents' Dinner Celebration held at the Canadian Embassy
Raven-haired beauty: Elementary star Lucy Liu partied in a regal black frock at the White House Correspondents' Dinner Celebration held at the Canadian Embassy

Raven-haired beauty: Elementary star Lucy Liu partied in a regal black frock at the White House Correspondents' Dinner Celebration held at the Canadian Embassy

Monochrome magic: The Fosters star Bailee Madison donned a tutu style skirt with an exquisite top at the Creative Coalition's Celebration of the Arts  benefit dinner

Monochrome magic: The Fosters star Bailee Madison donned a tutu style skirt with an exquisite top at the Creative Coalition's Celebration of the Arts benefit dinner

Bumping along nicely! Naya Rivera showcased her growing baby bump in a slinky black dress at the Creative Coalition benefit dinner
Bumping along nicely! Naya Rivera showcased her growing baby bump in a slinky black dress at the Creative Coalition benefit dinner

Bumping along nicely! Naya Rivera showcased her growing baby bump in a slinky black dress at the Creative Coalition benefit dinner

The 28-year-old actress and director rocked a flashy mustard yellow, brown, and white print mini-dress with a navy blue formal jacket and black ankle boots.

She was pictured posing for a chummy photo with the event's host, Pulitzer Prize winning New Yorker editor David Remnick and his wife Esther Fein.

She also hung out with Modern Family star Jesse Tyler Ferguson, who looked dapper in a dark blue suit with a lavender dress shirt and a black and white plaid tie.

Jesse, 39, also attended Time and People's cocktail party, where he posed with Orange Is The New Black star Laverne Cox, who was clad in an exquisite gold and silver cocktail dress. 

Taking a walk on the wild side! Naya was joined at the soiree by Michelle Trachtenberg, who showed off her wild side in a snow leopard print coat over a black pencil dress featuring a funky design

Taking a walk on the wild side! Naya was joined at the soiree by Michelle Trachtenberg, who showed off her wild side in a snow leopard print coat over a black pencil dress featuring a funky design

Jennifer Coolidge
Connie Britton

Opposites: 2 Broke Girls star Jennifer Coolidge (left) partied in black at the Creative Coalition party while American Horror Story star Connie Britton dazzled in white at the Canadian embassy 

Jesse was also joined by his husband, lawyer Justin Mikita, who looked slick in a grey suit.

Elementary star Lucy Liu partied at the White House Correspondents' Dinner Celebration held at the Canadian Embassy. 

The 46-year-old actress sported a strapless black cocktail dress featuring a large bow at her bosom, exquisite embroidery, and floral detailing down the sides.

Naya Rivera showcased her growing baby bump in a slinky black dress at the Creative Coalition benefit dinner. 

Beautiful in blue: American Horror Story star Gabourey Sidibe oozed glamour in a bright blue dress featuring exquisite designs at the Creative Coalition soiree 

Beautiful in blue: American Horror Story star Gabourey Sidibe oozed glamour in a bright blue dress featuring exquisite designs at the Creative Coalition soiree 

Gayle King
Tracee Ellis Ross

Lovely ladies: News anchor Gayle King (left) donned a turquoise pencil dress at the Time and People party while Black-ish star Tracee Ellis Ross looked chic and sleek in a pantsuit at The New Yorker bash 

Silver siren: DJ, model, and entrepreneur Hannah Bronfman dazzled in a white mini-dress with striking silver designs at the New Yorker party 

Silver siren: DJ, model, and entrepreneur Hannah Bronfman dazzled in a white mini-dress with striking silver designs at the New Yorker party 

She was joined at the soiree by Michelle Trachtenberg, who showed off her wild side in a snow leopard print coat over a black pencil dress featuring a funky design.

Naya and Michelle co-hosted the event alongside the likes of Haley Joel Osment, Jennifer Coolidge, Gabourey Sidibe, Emily Osment, Bailee Madison, and Constance Zimmer

Earlier in the day, stars such as Naya and Michelle allied with the Creative Coalition to meet with politicians to advocate for championing and funding the arts.

The star-studded White House Correspondents' Dinner is taking place on Saturday.  

Emily Osment
Constance Zimmer

Sophisticated: Hannah Montana star Emily Osment (left) and House Of Cards star Constance Zimmer attended the Creative Coalition dinner in little black dresses 

Haley Joel Osment
Anthony Anderson

Dapper in dark blue: Alpha House star Haley Joel Osment partied at the Creative Coalition party while Black-ish star Anthony Anderson attended the Time and People cocktail party 

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