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Main Event Caterers

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Recommended by 96% of couples

About this vendor

Main Event Caterers is a full-service catering company located in Arlington, Virginia. They specialize in providing fresh and bold menu options that represent culinary innovation and presentation. Couples can expect to have dedicated event planners to assist in every detail of their wedding, including venue options, service staff, decor, and menu design. Main Event Caterers will make sure your vision and story are told through delectable cuisine and atmosphere.

Services Offered
Main Event Caterers will assist and cater to all of your needs through their premier service options. Services include:

  • Buffet
  • Cake
  • Cake cutting
  • Cleanup & setup
  • Delivery
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Dessert
  • Family style
  • French service
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Outside cake


Cuisine
Along with great services, Main Event Caterers offers their couples an array of cuisine options. They are also capable of catering to strict dietary needs such as gluten-free, lactose-free, kosher, and organic. They offer the following cuisine styles:

  • African
  • Asian
  • British
  • Cajun
  • Caribbean
  • Chinese
  • Ethiopian
  • French
  • German


Other Services
Main Event Caterers offers their couples a chance to pair their food with a great drink as well. Bar services include bartender(s), cash bar, champagne toast, and house beer. Additional bar services include:

  • House liquor
  • House wine
  • Limited bar
  • Liquor license
  • Open bar
  • Outside alcohol
  • Premium liquor
  • Signature drink
  • Specialty beer
  • Specialty wine

What You'll Love About Main Event Caterers

Couples are wowed by the impressive range of delicious cuisines prepared by these premium caterers and by their responsiveness throughout the planning process. They also rave about the customization, with Main Event Caterers tailoring packages to suit your needs. Have a look at the Real Weddings tab to see some examples of events that this company has catered to.

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Woman-owned

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Weddings with this vendor

Kelsey & Peter's wedding
Kelsey & Peter
19 photos
Rachel & Brendon's wedding
Rachel & Brendon
19 photos
Chantel & Victoria's wedding
Chantel & Victoria
52 photos
Daniel & Emily's wedding
Daniel & Emily
17 photos
Dennis & Joanna's wedding
Dennis & Joanna
34 photos

FAQ

What is the average catering price per person for plated service?

$160

What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?

$180

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$180

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeuvres?

$80

Which of the following are included in the cost of your full service wedding catering?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Cake
Cake Cutting
Dessert
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings
Chairs
Tables
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$18

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine

What event services do you provide?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up

What catering services do you provide?

Breakfast / Brunch
Buffet
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Custom Menu
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What types of cuisine do you cater?

African
American
Asian
BBQ
Caribbean
French
German
Greek
Indian
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Seafood
Southern
Spanish

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Halal
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink

Which of the following items can you provide?

Chairs
Tables

Which of the following items can you provide?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

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Reviews of Main Event Caterers

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Main Event Caterers delivers exceptional food and attentive, professional service. They’re responsive and organized during planning, offer thorough tastings, accommodate dietary needs, and reproduce tasting-quality dishes for large events. On the day they run smoothly, keep plates and drinks coming, and give couples personalized care. Highly recommended.

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Main Event Caterers delivers exceptional food and attentive, professional service. They’re responsive and organized during planning, offer thorough tastings, accommodate dietary needs, and reproduce tasting-quality dishes for large events. On the day they run smoothly, keep plates and drinks coming, and give couples personalized care. Highly recommended.

Michelle
Michelle Sent on 10/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

By far the best wedding food we've ever had

We could not have been happier with our experience! From the very beginning, the catering team was responsive, professional, and easy to work with especially with the guest list frequently changing. On the wedding day, everything went seamlessly and we didn’t have to worry about a single detail.

The food was absolutely incredible. Our guests raved about both the appetizers and the main courses, and we’re still hearing compliments weeks later. We highly recommend the fried chicken and waffle cones, the steak crostini, and the mac and cheese bites for apps. Main courses included a roasted chicken and fillet mignon with green beans and mashed potatoes. Every dish was absolutely incredible.

If you’re looking for a caterer who delivers amazing food and a stress-free experience, this is the team to go with. They truly exceeded our expectations!
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M H Sent on 05/04/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Wedding Catering Services!

From Day 1 until the big day, Dana Thomas and Allison Nicole provided top-tier and professional wedding planning and day-of planning, coordination, and support.

We were walked through the process at the beginning, had a point of contact throughout the planning phase (got to eat excellent food at the tasting!), and were able to navigate the shifts in the wedding run-of-show together. We are thankful for the Main Event staff's transparency, responsiveness, and attention to detail.

Highly recommended!
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Rachel Sent on 09/28/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing wedding food and staff

Main Event was absolutely incredible to work with for our wedding! Madeline and Melissa were so lovely throughout the entire process—they made everything feel easy, fun, and stress-free. Their professionalism and genuine warmth made planning such a positive experience.

And the food… wow. Multiple guests came up to us during the night (and even after!) to say it was the best wedding food they’ve ever had. Everything was beautifully presented, delicious, and perfectly suited to the vibe of our day.
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Katie Sent on 09/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic!

Main Event Caterers did a fantastic job catering our wedding! Destiny and her team were communicative throughout the planning process (the tasting was so much fun!) and wonderful on the day of the wedding. The food tasted great, everything went smoothly, and the team was pleasant and professional. We highly recommend Main Event Caterers!
Kate
Kate Sent on 08/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend Main Event!

We were very happy with Main Event's catering of our July 2025 wedding at Stone Tower Winery! They carried out everything to perfection, and the food was really good! We especially got a ton of compliments on the hors d'oeuvres, and our specialty cocktails were amazing. Destiny was so great to work with, and the rest of the staff day-of were incredibly friendly and attentive. You can tell that Main Event goes the extra mile to make your wedding the best experience possible, and they succeeded for us!
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Anna Sent on 06/24/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Top notch catering

Main Event catered our wedding and we wouldn't have it any other way! They truly excel at professionalism, consistent service and delicious food. Our guests were impressed by how attentive Main Event's waitstaff was throughout the night. There were no misses! My husband and I had a waiter assigned to us for the evening and she did an incredible job at bringing us food, drinks, and even holding our drinks whenever we wanted to take a photo. Melissa and Hasnaa attended our visit to the rentals company and our final walk through at our venue, making for a seamless experience. Catering is such an important part of a wedding - you will not regret booking Main Event!
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Cosi Sent on 06/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Catering to perfection!

Main Event was one of the caterers recommended by our venue, and it’s obvious why. Destiny and Ali at Main Event were great to work with. They were very communicative throughout the whole process, helping us craft the perfect menu for our wedding. We were able to try several different appetizers, starters, entrees, and sides at the tasting. When we had a hard time deciding on our final entrees, they even held a mini tasting for us which we found super helpful. The fact that Main Event has much of their own in house equipment really simplified the rental process. They also helped coordinate our other rentals, such as linens.

Now on to the food… it was all so delicious! From the hors d’oeuvres, to the main courses and tiramisu shooters, our guests had nothing but praise. Many said it was some of the best wedding food they’d ever had, and we agree! A couple of our guests admitted to even tracking down where the servers came out with fresh trays of crab cakes during the cocktail hour, that’s how much they loved them.

Finally, the fact that they let us provide our own alcohol was a big cost saver, and let us really customize our bar menu to exactly what we wanted. Their professionalism, experience, and flexibility helped ensure that our wedding day was executed exactly how we envisioned. We highly recommend Main Event for your wedding or event!
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Rachel Sent on 05/18/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Great food and a great team!

Jackie and Destiny at Main Event Caterers were an incredible and responsive team to work with. They took our budget seriously while crafting a menu that really suited our needs, and the food was incredible. We could not be happier with the quality of our catering experience.
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Lauren Sent on 03/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Not just food but amazing service

We cannot thank Main Event Caterers enough for making our wedding day truly unforgettable! From the very beginning, they were incredibly communicative, organized, and attentive to every detail, ensuring that everything went off without a hitch. Their professionalism and dedication to providing an exceptional experience for us and our guests were evident from start to finish.

One of the biggest concerns we had going into the wedding was finding a caterer that could accommodate my wife’s gluten-free needs. Main Event Caterers went above and beyond, not only offering a wide variety of gluten-free options but also making sure that everything was carefully prepared and cross-contaminant-free. My wife felt completely at ease, and we were both so impressed with their willingness to tailor the menu to ensure her dietary restrictions were fully respected. It truly meant the world to us.

Throughout the night, the entire staff at Main Event Caterers was phenomenal. Despite the whirlwind of activity, they made sure that my wife and I were taken care of, ensuring we had food and drinks throughout the night—even when things were at their craziest with us being the bride and groom. Their thoughtfulness and attention to our needs allowed us to relax and truly enjoy the evening, knowing we were in such capable hands.

And of course, the food was absolutely delicious! Every dish was a hit with our guests, and we’ve received countless compliments on how amazing the food was. The presentation was stunning, and each bite was better than the last. We are still hearing rave reviews about the meal from our friends and family!

Main Event Caterers didn’t just provide food—they provided a level of service, care, and quality that made our wedding day even more special. If you're looking for a caterer that will go above and beyond, offer incredible food, and make sure every guest (and especially the bride and groom) are taken care of, we cannot recommend them highly enough! Thank you, Main Event Caterers, for being such a crucial part of our perfect day!
Elizabeth
Elizabeth Sent on 12/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A dream wedding for foodies

Main Event Catering catered our wedding on 11/16 and did a wonderful job. From the tasting to our event, their coordinator Ali was very professional, friendly, and helpful. As a family of foodies, delicious and diverse food was very important to us and every dish was a hit. Our event went smoothly, the food was delicious, and our guests couldn't stop talking about it for the weeks following.
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I worked many events with Main Event (normally at Carnegie and River Farm) and I have found their staff to always be top notch! The food is wonderful and they're very responsive to client's needs.

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Amazing company and amazing people. This company knows how to be helpful and create generous service to no limits. the food was terrific, and overall reasonably priced. The server seemed to read my mind and was taking care of everything as I thought of it. Everyone involved - from planning to set-up to serving, to clean-up was so professional and pleasant. We were able to put on the event we wanted within the budget we'd planned every time. Great work with Spencer and team last year and many more weddings to go.

Gallery O on H Gallery O on H Museum Weddings

Main Event has done many events here at our gallery and they were great! Efficient staff, start to finish service with not just food but also the equipment, clean up and staffing. I would always recommend them as a go to for weddings or private events!

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Main Event Caterers frequently asked questions

At Main Event Caterers, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Cake
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • Chairs
  • Tables
  • China
  • Linens
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
The bar service starting price at Main Event Caterers includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
Main Event Caterers offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Main Event Caterers offers the following catering services for weddings:
  • Breakfast / Brunch
  • Buffet
  • Cake Cutting
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Custom Menu
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Plated
  • Server(s)
  • Stations
  • Tastings
At Main Event Caterers, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • African
  • American
  • Asian
  • BBQ
  • Caribbean
  • French
  • German
  • Greek
  • Indian
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Local
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Middle Eastern
  • Seafood
  • Southern
  • Spanish
At Main Event Caterers, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Halal
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Main Event Caterers provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, Main Event Caterers offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Chocolate Fountain
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
Main Event Caterers is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in flexibility, 4.8 in professionalism and 4.8 in value.
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