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Multiple ballrooms and river-view ceremony spaces for weddings.

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Potomac Atmosphere

Potomac Atmosphere

Exchange vows beside the Potomac or beneath soaring glass, where indoor gardens keep celebrations beautiful year-round.

Seamless Day

A 24-hour front desk, porter service, banquet halls, and extensive event space support smooth wedding-day logistics.

Flexible Venues

Choose waterfront ballrooms, outdoor terraces, atrium settings, or grand ballroom space sized for intimate or lavish celebrations.

Full Weekend

Turn one day into a destination gathering with dining, bars, bowling, shopping, marina access, and nearby National Harbor attractions.

Planning Support

Extensive conference space, accessible meeting areas, business services, and on-site catering options help shape polished wedding events.

Stay Together

With 2,000 guest rooms, on-site dining, an indoor pool, and spa access, guests can settle in comfortably.

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Potomac Ballroom Venue

Potomac Ballroom at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center offers a signature ballroom setting for grand weddings, with expansive space for ceremonies, receptions, and celebrations in National Harbor overlooking the Potomac River.

Capacity: 5520 Guests
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Maryland Ballroom Venue

Host unforgettable weddings in Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center’s Maryland Ballroom, a grand ballroom venue for ceremonies, receptions, and celebrations near the Chesapeake Conference Rooms.

Capacity: 3520 Guests
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Woodrow Wilson Ballroom Venue

Host elegant wedding ceremonies, receptions, and celebrations in the Woodrow Wilson Ballroom at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, a 13,780-square-foot ballroom ideal for mid-sized weddings and memorable celebrations.

Capacity: 1400 Guests
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Cherry Blossom Ballroom Venue

Celebrate your wedding in Cherry Blossom Ballroom at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, a refined ballroom setting for elegant ceremonies, receptions, and celebrations in National Harbor’s premier waterfront resort.

Capacity: 796 Guests
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What makes Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center a popular choice for weddings?

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center sits directly on the Potomac River in Fort Washington, Maryland, and combines a 19-story glass atrium filled with indoor gardens with waterfront ballrooms, giving couples a dramatic backdrop for both ceremonies and receptions. With five major ballrooms and dozens of additional event spaces, Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center can accommodate intimate ceremonies as well as large wedding celebrations.

Can we hold an outdoor wedding ceremony at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center?

Yes, Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center's RiverView Ballroom features two outdoor event terraces overlooking the Potomac River, making it a sought-after choice for couples who want an open-air ceremony with waterfront views as part of their wedding at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center.

What happens if it rains on our wedding day at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center?

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center offers a built-in weather solution: its 19-story atrium holds an acre and a half of indoor gardens and stays at a constant 72 degrees, so ceremonies and receptions at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center can move indoors without losing the resort's signature lush, scenic setting.

Which ballroom at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center is best for a large wedding?

The Maryland Ballroom at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center offers 31,127 square feet of event space plus 15,965 square feet of pre-function area and comfortably seats up to 400 guests, making it one of the resort's premier options for larger wedding celebrations.

How many guests can the RiverView Ballroom at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center hold?

The RiverView Ballroom at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center spans about 16,000 square feet with 270 degrees of floor-to-ceiling glass and typically accommodates up to 300 wedding guests, pairing panoramic Potomac River views with flexible reception layouts.

Is there a smaller ballroom option for an intimate wedding at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center?

Yes, the Cherry Blossom Ballroom at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center spans 7,957 square feet and comfortably works for weddings of 150 to 300 guests, offering a more intimate alternative to the resort's largest ballrooms.

What dining options are available for wedding guests staying at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center?

Wedding guests at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center can enjoy on-site restaurants and bars including Old Hickory, Harbor Social, Potomac District Café & Market, Belvedere Lobby Bar, The Whiskey Revolution, and Lookout 18, and the resort also provides vegan menu options and vegetarian breakfast selections for guests with dietary preferences.

Is Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center accessible for guests with mobility needs attending a wedding?

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center is designed with accessibility in mind, featuring a wheelchair-accessible registration desk, wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces, and a wheelchair-accessible path to elevators, along with 10 accessible parking spaces reserved for guests attending wedding events.

Is parking available for wedding guests visiting Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center?

Yes, Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center offers both self-parking and valet parking (surcharge applies), along with secured and covered parking options and dedicated accessible parking spaces for wedding guests and their vehicles.

Is Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center a welcoming venue for wedding guests of all ages?

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center is an upscale, family-friendly resort, making it a fitting choice for weddings that include guests across generations. The resort's spa facilities are reserved for guests 18 and older, but the property as a whole, including its ballrooms, dining venues, and gardens, welcomes wedding parties and their families.

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