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The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center is a state-of-the-art wedding venue situated in Washington, DC. Located in the heart of DC, this 65,000-square foot complex is home to 22 premium event spaces that feature a modern, sophisticated design. Here, you can celebrate your special day with the help of a dedicated events team who will strive to bring your vision to life.

Facilities and Capacity

You can host every stage of your wedding journey at this grand venue, from your rehearsal dinner to your ceremony and reception. Ceremonies can be held outdoors in the Woodrow Wilson Plaza, where neoclassical architecture provides a striking backdrop. Indoor ceremonies can be arranged in numerous locations, including the Horizon Ballroom complete with plush carpeting and ambient lighting. The Atrium is a popular choice for wedding celebrations. Lofty glass ceilings and floor-length windows provide a bright and airy backdrop for your big day. Modern columns lend a touch of industrial-chic style to this area, while the grand staircase adds a regal feel as you make your big entrance. Ethereal voile drapes and customized uplighting set the tone for romantic soirées.

Services Offered

The in-house event team welcomes you to their contemporary venue and wishes to make your experience a joy from start to finish. They offer a number of wedding packages that can be tailored for intimate gatherings and large receptions. A snapshot of services and products offered in their signature package includes:

  • Five hours of bar service
  • Chiavari chairs with customized colored cushions
  • A three-course evening reception
  • Champagne toast and premium beverage packages
  • Tables, linens, flatware, and candle votives

Cuisine

The talented in-house chefs design delicious menus that are ideal for every occasion. Their eclectic offerings include cocktail appetizers, plated meals, late-night snacks, and premium beverages. Hot and cold passed hors d'oeuvres include delicious bites such as mini lobster rolls and beef empanadas. Sumptuous entrées such as crab-crusted salmon fillet and pan-seared beef tenderloin are available for your selection. Of course, if your guests are still feeling peckish, they can indulge in tempting snacks like mini-beef sliders and mini-grilled cheese sandwiches. Traditional Spanish churros and chocolate-chip cookies are also on the menu for those who love sweet treats.

Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Government Building
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
July
August

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4.8 out of 5 rating
45 Reviews
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100% Recommended by couples
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Mackay C. Sent on 12/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing DC Venue

When beginning the wedding planning process, my fiance and I knew we wanted to have all our people there without compromising on the guest list and we wanted to have it in DC. I also knew that I did not want to use a hotel ballroom and I wanted to have some kind of platform for us to stand on so our guests could see. It was challenging to find a place big enough in DC that would also fit within our vision. From the moment we stepped in the Ronald Reagan Building, I knew this was the venue for us. We originally communicated with Annette and she was so responsive and extremely helpful throughout the venue search and beginning stages. Annette transitioned into a new role and we began working with Sienna who was just as responsive and helpful. Every step of the way Sienna and the team were with us, answering questions, scheduling visits, and scheduling as many phone calls as needed. They continued to go above and beyond on the night of the wedding. Everything was perfect and the food was amazing. We received so many compliments on the food and people could not believe how good everything was especially for a 180 person wedding. Even our guests who had multiple dietary restrictions loved what the chef made for their meal. Truly everything we ate was amazing. There are so many things we loved about the Ronald Reagan Building and the team. We feel incredibly lucky that we were able to have our wedding there and I am so thankful for Sienna and Annette.
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Jessica Sent on 09/18/2017
5 out of 5 rating
There are so many wedding venues in DC. Some are good, some are great, and some are amazing. The Ronald Reagan Building falls in the "amazing" category.

All the staff members at the Ronald Reagan Building are thoughtful, flexible, courteous, efficient, knowledgeable, and thorough. I've never worked with a more professional staff. They were willing to do anything to ensure the event ran smoothly.

I want to thank Laurel and Phillip specifically for their assistance throughout the night. My job was so easy because of their diligent work.

For the couples that are reading this review, please know the Ronald Reagan Building is the perfect place for your wedding. It’s a beautiful venue, the staff is amazing, and the food is delicious! You can’t go wrong here. I promise your event will turn out to be everything you want and more!
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E4E06712F727Fc739B8Dd9832B3F236F37D70D5B Sent on 08/03/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic service!

We received first class service from the Ronald Reagan Building and would highly recommend the venue to anyone!
After visiting several venues in the DC area, my fiance and I both independently found the service we received at the Ronald Reagan Building to be the absolute best. It was an easy decision to go with the Pavilion for our wedding. Our contacts were extremely friendly and inviting. We continued to receive top notch service leading up to the wedding day. We visited the venue several times to coordinate with wedding planners, photographers, and parents. The RRB was extremely accommodating with these site visits which greatly helped our planning process. We had a phenomenal experience during our tasting event - we were blown away with the flavors and detail of the food that we sampled. We were very impressed with the quality of the catering and the catering team. On the wedding day, weather resulted in an adjustment to our ceremony location. This required the venue team to turn over the Pavilion from the ceremony to the reception. The venue service on the day of was impeccable despite the last minute change in plans. Everything felt like it was flawless - looking back we know that this was due to the quality services that RRB provides. We would highly recommend the Pavilion for a wedding venue and can't say enough about the quality of the RRB service.
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Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center frequently asked questions

The space offered by Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Government Building
  • Historic Building
Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.8 in average response time, 4.7 in flexibility and 4.7 in value.

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