Anonymous
Post 05/07/2018 08:26     Subject: Where to have a wedding? Unconventional DC venue suggestions
I've been to weddings at both Strathmore and Audubon and wouldn't do it. Your guest list is too big for Strathmore, the rooms are small and it will feel choppy. Lovely venue, though, for a smaller group. Audubon has no AC and this area is August is way too hot. You're basically looking at doing something inside with maybe a nice garden for pictures. Remember that men are wearing suits and the typical wedding dress is a lot of fabric. Both are better suited for cooler temps.
Anonymous
Post 05/07/2018 08:04     Subject: Where to have a wedding? Unconventional DC venue suggestions
Look at restaurants that have private event spaces. We had ours at The Darlington House in Dupont Circle - they give you the whole 2nd and 3rd floor of the restaurant. It was like having a wedding in a nice house or something.
Anonymous
Post 05/07/2018 07:20     Subject: Where to have a wedding? Unconventional DC venue suggestions
We got married at Woodend Sanctuary in Chevy Chase, and it was so wonderful!

A few tips, because we were also $$ conscious:
- we got married on Friday night b/c it was much cheaper (though harder on out of town guests)
- we provided our own booze (note: you cannot do this in VA, because of state law. This saved us a ton of money, and was one reason we chose a Maryland location over VA).
Anonymous
Post 05/07/2018 05:23     Subject: Where to have a wedding? Unconventional DC venue suggestions
Anonymous wrote:
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Anonymous wrote:Pinstripes in Gtown

The Peabody Library in Baltimore

Is Traxx still around?



Uh, no. Traxx closed at least 15 years ago.




No only did it close in 1999, but it’s gone and buried under the Navy Yard’s WeWork building.


I’m sorry, what?? There is a WeWork building where Tracks once stood? Please tell me this is a horrible lie.


I would gently invite you to go to your Google Map app, type in 80 M Street SE and raise a glass for the once fabulous club. Had some great dates there with my now spouse


Tracks was so much fun! When I used to go there in the mid 80s it seemed like it was it was in the middle of nowhere. It's crazy how that area has changed!
Anonymous
Post 05/07/2018 04:12     Subject: Where to have a wedding? Unconventional DC venue suggestions
Can you still
Do a wedding in the atrium at the galleria at Lafayette?
Anonymous
Post 05/07/2018 02:16     Subject: Where to have a wedding? Unconventional DC venue suggestions
Anonymous wrote:We were looking for something similar and went for the bumper car pavilion at glen echo. So much fun!


+1
Us too! They also have the Spanish ballroom for an indoor venue. We made it casual and fun and friends couldnt stop telling us how great they thought it was.
Anonymous
Post 05/07/2018 00:53     Subject: Re:Where to have a wedding? Unconventional DC venue suggestions
within your budget
Anonymous
Post 05/07/2018 00:52     Subject: Where to have a wedding? Unconventional DC venue suggestions
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:This is OP: thanks for some great suggestions. Even w/$10,000 venue (only) cost know that many of these exceed it. Hoping to keep budget truly all in to $35K.

And the Annapolis and Baltimore destinations are too far.

My DD called last night thinking maybe we look at a backyard (tented/dance floor etc.) Having a year to plan for and as a designer/being known as for throwing a good party etc - the problem I see with that is the neighbors/noise and having to shut down fun so early so I’m hoping the places I’m unfamiliar with are options.


Go with the backyard wedding. Your budget and guest list is not compatible with a DC-wedding.


I am sure there are places in DC that will rent to you in your budget. Pay no attention to the above negative poster.
Anonymous
Post 05/07/2018 00:31     Subject: Where to have a wedding? Unconventional DC venue suggestions
Anonymous wrote:This is OP: thanks for some great suggestions. Even w/$10,000 venue (only) cost know that many of these exceed it. Hoping to keep budget truly all in to $35K.

And the Annapolis and Baltimore destinations are too far.

My DD called last night thinking maybe we look at a backyard (tented/dance floor etc.) Having a year to plan for and as a designer/being known as for throwing a good party etc - the problem I see with that is the neighbors/noise and having to shut down fun so early so I’m hoping the places I’m unfamiliar with are options.


Go with the backyard wedding. Your budget and guest list is not compatible with a DC-wedding.
Anonymous
Post 05/07/2018 00:17     Subject: Where to have a wedding? Unconventional DC venue suggestions
Hotel Tabard Inn
Gorgeous setting but it’s small, very reasonable and fabulous food with great service
Anonymous
Post 05/06/2018 23:59     Subject: Where to have a wedding? Unconventional DC venue suggestions
The Newton White mansion in PG county. It's a historic site run by the PG county parks department and it is gorgeous and big:

http://www.pgelegantsettings.com/Our_Sites/Newton_White_Mansion.htm

I think the rental is around $5,000 for a Saturday night, cheaper at other times.
Anonymous
Post 05/06/2018 22:14     Subject: Re:Where to have a wedding? Unconventional DC venue suggestions
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:


If you loved going to tracks, close your eyes, listen to this and reminisce.


Thank you. Love this.


The music is what I miss the most about that place.
Anonymous
Post 05/06/2018 21:22     Subject: Re:Where to have a wedding? Unconventional DC venue suggestions
Anonymous wrote:Carnegie Library. Attended one of the most beautiful weddings there.

Also, if you know someone you can get married at the Supreme Court.


The Carnegie Library in DC is in the process of becoming an Apple store.
Anonymous
Post 05/06/2018 20:39     Subject: Where to have a wedding? Unconventional DC venue suggestions
Torpedo Factory in Old Town. It was almost 10 years ago, but when I got married there it was $5K to rent it. And because you can bring your own alcohol, even with an outstanding caterer, we were able to keep our costs to $40K (including the rehearsal dinner, at another location the night before).
Anonymous
Post 05/06/2018 20:16     Subject: Re:Where to have a wedding? Unconventional DC venue suggestions
Anonymous wrote:Eastern Market on the Hill


+1 the North Hall can be beautifully decorated with lights and easy to be catered. Very central so easy access via Uber or metro. Only downside is that it is not near many hotels.