American Horticultural Society’s River Farm

A lush garden path lined with various flowering plants and bushes leads to a closed white gate, with tall green trees providing shade in the background.

A large white house with dormer windows and a front porch, surrounded by a colorful, blooming garden with various flowers and greenery under a clear blue sky.

A large, white, two-story house with a wraparound porch, surrounded by green lawns, shrubs, and trees under a partly cloudy sky.

A large white wedding tent with chandeliers hangs above round tables set with white linens, glassware, and flower centerpieces. Natural light streams in through clear side panels, and greenery is visible outside.

A large white tent with draped ceiling and chandeliers shelters long banquet tables set with navy blue tablecloths and wooden chairs, ready for an elegant outdoor event. Two people are arranging items near the center aisle.

A large white colonial-style house with a gray roof is surrounded by lush green grass, colorful flowers, and tall trees under a partly cloudy sky.

An outdoor wedding ceremony setup with rows of dark wooden chairs, floral decorations, and a grassy aisle leading to a brick pergola covered in greenery, surrounded by lush gardens.

A bride and groom stand together under a large, sunlit tree in a garden, sharing a quiet moment. The tree’s branches spread wide above them, and soft sunlight filters through the leaves.

A charming cottage with a dark curved roof and white trim is surrounded by lush greenery and blooming flowers. A wooden chair sits near a small hedge, and sunlight filters through the trees overhead.

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Originally part of George Washington’s farmlands and now headquarters of the American Horticultural Society, historic River Farm is nestled on 25 acres of lush gardens and woods overlooking the Potomac River, just four miles south of Old Town Alexandria. Tucked conveniently close to the Washington, D.C. metro area with free on-site parking, River Farm serves as an ideal location for weddings, social events, birthday parties, business or health and wellness retreats, corporate reception, product launch, or business meeting, any time of the year. The manor-style house, formal and informal gardens, captivating views of the Potomac and sprawling lawns offer endless options for your creativity in planning a memorable event.

Patio: Our spacious slate patio overlooks the Potomac River and is canopied April through November. Our new regal tents feature retractable side walls with Palladium windows, crystal chandeliers, perimeter bistro lights, and a billowy ceiling liner to create an elegant outdoor setting.

Capacity: Main tent accommodates 160 guests seated at tables or 260 guests seated theater-style; Identical seamless extension tent increases capacity to 240 guests seated at tables or 400 guests seated theater-style.
Ballroom: Great space for small meetings and events, our classic Ballroom with hardwood floor and crystal chandelier holds 50 guests seated at tables or 80 guests seated theater-style.
Front Parlor: Ideal for smaller meetings and events, our parlor is a welcoming and comfortably elegant space for up to 25 guests. The Parlor features a spectacular picture window view of the gardens and Potomac River.