Wedding vendors

Wedding vendors in Washington, DC

Washington is one of the country's most competitive and most expensive wedding markets, with historic hotel ballrooms, waterfront venues, and embassy and museum spaces all pulling from a national pool of couples. Here's what a DC wedding actually costs, where couples are getting married across the District, and when to book, plus a shortcut to vetted, available Washington vendors matched to your date and budget.

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What weddings cost in Washington

Typical Washington, DC-area ranges for a Saturday, ~100 guests. Actual pricing varies by date, guest count and vendor.
CategoryTypical range
Venue (Saturday, 100 guests)$12,000–$28,000
Catering & bar (per guest)$150–$300
Photography$5,000–$10,000
Florals & décor$5,500–$14,000
DJ / live band$2,000 / $7,000+
Hair & makeup (per person)$200–$400

Where couples get married in Washington

Georgetown

Cobblestone streets, riverfront estates, and historic rowhouse gardens for a classic DC feel.

Downtown's historic hotels & mansions

Grand ballrooms and Gilded Age mansions like the Mayflower and Dupont Circle's historic estates.

The Wharf & Southwest Waterfront

Modern piers and rooftop venues with Potomac views, a newer draw for waterfront celebrations.

Capitol Hill & embassy/museum spaces

Rowhouse gardens near the Capitol alongside embassies and museum halls available for private events.

When to book in Washington

Spring's cherry blossom season (late March–April) is DC's most in-demand and premium stretch, followed closely by fall (September–October). Book your venue and photographer 12–18 months out for a peak Saturday, earlier than most metros, given how many couples compete for the same historic spaces. Humid summers and the winter months after the holidays open up better availability and rates if you're flexible on the date.

Common questions

DC is one of the highest-cost wedding markets in the country. Historic venues, catering, and photography all run well above the national average, with the venue and catering typically driving more than half the total. Guest count is the biggest lever. The ranges above are a starting point, and Our Day negotiates exclusive rates on your behalf.

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