Bartholdi Fountain and Gardens (U.S. Botanic Garden)
245 1st St SW, Washington, DC 20024
2-acre garden featuring a range of unique plants & flowers, plus a dramatic cast-iron fountain.
Outdoor & Garden Venues in Washington, District of Columbia
We list 11 outdoor & garden venues in Washington ready to host your next corporate event. Each is verified with photos, capacity, and reviews. Submit a single quote request to hear back from up to 3 venues in 24 hours.
Franciscan Monastery Garden
1400 Quincy St NE, Washington, DC 20017
Enid A. Haupt Garden
1050 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20560
Various horticultural beds over 4 acres, surrounded by benches, cast-iron fixtures & water features.
The Bishop's Garden
Pilgrim Rd, Washington, DC 20016
Kathrine Dulin Folger Rose Garden
900 Jefferson Dr SW #922, Washington, DC 20004
National Herb Garden
Washington, DC 20002
United States Botanic Garden
100 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC 20001
Sprawling grounds featuring exotic flora plus conservatory, rare plants gallery & butterfly garden.
Washington Youth Garden
3501 New York Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
Iron Gate Restaurant
1734 N St NW, Washington, DC 20036
Swanky spot offering Italian & Greek small plates, a tasting menu & more in courtyard-enhanced digs.
Hi-Lawn
1309 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002
Expansive venue on the Union Market roof, offering cocktails, seasonal American fare & lawn games.
Department of Parks and Recreation of District of Columbia
1275 First St NE, Washington, DC 20002
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Meeting-planner FAQs for Washington
Common questions for booking corporate events in Washington, District of Columbia.
What's the typical capacity range for outdoor & garden venues in Washington?
None of the 11 outdoor & garden venues on this page publishes a room capacity yet, so we don't print a range for Washington rather than guess one. Capacity also depends on layout — theater seating fits more than banquet rounds, and a room's largest number is its tightest one. Specify your guest count and event format in your quote and we'll surface the right matches.
Are catering and AV included in outdoor & garden venues quotes?
It varies. Some Washington outdoor & garden venues bundle in-house catering, AV, and event staff into the rental. Others operate venue-only and let you bring preferred vendors. Each listing notes its model when claimed; for un-claimed listings, ask in your quote and venues will detail what's included.
What do outdoor & garden venues in Washington cost?
We don't print one. Not one of the 11 outdoor & garden venues on this page publishes a rate to us, so any figure here would be invented. Venue pricing moves with the date, the day of the week, the headcount, and whether the room carries a food-and-beverage minimum, so the only real number is the one the venue quotes you. Send your date and guest count and up to 3 Washington venues reply with theirs.
Can I get parking, AV, accessibility, and other logistics info upfront?
Yes — these are standard items in any Washington venue quote. When you submit a quote request, mention any specific needs (wheelchair access, AV requirements, parking for X guests, valet, etc.) and venues will address each in their response.
What's the cancellation policy for outdoor & garden venues in Washington?
Each venue sets its own, and we hold no contract terms for any of the outdoor & garden venues on this page, so there is no deposit or refund figure for us to quote. Ask the venue in writing for the deposit amount, the payment schedule, and what is refundable at each point before your date, and get all three before you sign.
Do Washington outdoor & garden venues accommodate hybrid (in-person + virtual) events?
Most modern Washington outdoor & garden venues support hybrid setups with built-in livestreaming, dedicated bandwidth, and AV teams. If hybrid is essential to your event, mention it in your quote — venues will confirm AV capacity, bandwidth, and any related tech fees.
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