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![Tavern Second Floor Space at Shaw's Tavern in Shaw, Washington, DC]()
from $1250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTavern Second Floor Space
75 guestsShaw's TavernShaw, Washington, DCBBrendan Q.
“This was a marvelous space with a very friendly staff that made for a marvelous event.” -
![Bridge Room at Friends Meeting of Washington in Northwest, Washington, DC]()
from $80
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBridge Room
10 guestsFriends Meeting of WashingtonNorthwest, Washington, DC
#Supervenue
ZZachary F.
“We enjoyed a lovely private dinner party here. I hope to have another event here - wonderful slice of DC.” -
![Quaker House Living Room at Friends Meeting of Washington in Northwest, Washington, DC]()
from $160
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityQuaker House Living Room
50 guestsFriends Meeting of WashingtonNorthwest, Washington, DC
#Supervenue
RRachel J.
“Communication was quick and clear, which made preparing for the event convenient.” -
![Assembly Room at Friends Meeting of Washington in Northwest, Washington, DC]()
from $225
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityAssembly Room
150 guestsFriends Meeting of WashingtonNorthwest, Washington, DC
#Supervenue
SSteven B.
“An excellent venue that was easy to access. The attentive team helped set up Wifi and Zoom.” -
![Library and Parlor at Friends Meeting of Washington in Northwest, Washington, DC]()
from $80
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityLibrary and Parlor
10 guestsFriends Meeting of WashingtonNorthwest, Washington, DC
#Supervenue
SSophie F.
“Brian and Lizzy were so helpful and incredibly responsive even when we were booking at short notice!” -
![Event Space at The Platinum Suite in Northwest, Washington, DC]()
from $250
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEvent Space
125 guestsThe Platinum SuiteNorthwest, Washington, DCThis event space in Washington, DC can accommodate a range of private, corporate, and community events. -
![Conservatory at Lyle Washington DC - Lower level in Northwest, Washington, DC]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityConservatory
34 guestsLyle Washington DC - Lower levelNorthwest, Washington, DCThe Conservatory is the perfect event space for anything from birthday parties, bridal showers, drinks receptions, and weddings to corporate parties, and meetings. -
![Left Field at Tom's Watch Bar DC - Navy Yard in Navy Yard, Washington, DC]()
from $65
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityLeft Field
200 guestsTom's Watch Bar DC - Navy YardNavy Yard, Washington, DCLLiz W.
“I typically select a venue based on the initial interaction.” -
![Meeting and Event Space at Creative Saint's Loft in Near Washington, DC]()
from $125
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMeeting and Event Space
20 guestsCreative Saint's LoftNear Washington, DCOur Private Meeting Space is ideal for team meetings, workshops, presentations, and even intimate parties. It offers easy access with street parking, nearby paid lots, and dedicated spots for hosts. -
![Event Area at Josephine Butler Parks Center in Columbia Heights, Washington, DC]()
from $700
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEvent Area
200 guestsJosephine Butler Parks CenterColumbia Heights, Washington, DCThe Josephine Butler Parks Center is a versatile event venue with a capacity of up to 200 guests, perfect for weddings, corporate events, or special celebrations. -
![Culture DC at Culture DC in Northeast, Washington, DC]()
from $500
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityCulture DC
500 guestsCulture DCNortheast, Washington, DCCulture DC is a creative performance venue that transforms between a concert hall, an interactive art gallery and a special events space, organised around flexible staging and open-floor layouts. -
![Second Floor at Johnny Pistolas in Adams Morgan, Washington, DC]()
from $20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySecond Floor
60 guestsJohnny PistolasAdams Morgan, Washington, DCHHannah C.
“LOVED the space for our engagement party!!”
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FAQs about Top Cheap Event Venues in Washington, DC
The cost of cheap event venues averages around $200 hire fee per hour. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Washington, DC, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $125 | to $300 | hire fee per hour |
| From $25 | to $70 | per person |
| From $1250 | to $4000 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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Tavern Second Floor Space at Shaw's Tavern in Shaw - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Excellent venue! Party went off perfectly. Staff was exceptionally kind and helpful.’ -
Culture DC at Culture DC in Northeast - rated 5/5
Venue said: Culture DC is a flexible performance and arts venue that converts between a concert hall, interactive gallery and special events space. Venue highlights: A multi-level floorplan offers flexible staging and audience arrangements... -
Bridge Room at Friends Meeting of Washington in Northwest - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘This space was great. The building and locatiob were perfect and Brian was very responsive and helpful.’
You'll find cheap event venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Washington, DC, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 35 guests | prices average $125 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 50 and 80 guests | prices average $175 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 105 guests | prices average $425 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.4 mi from central Washington, DC, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Main Area at Figleaf Bar & Lounge
on 1155 14th Street Northwest - 0.3 mi from center.
Venue said: The area is step-free and wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets. Ideal for: The space suits friend groups and small work teams seeking a relaxed, social gathering for seated dining or a standing drinks reception. -
Dovetail Patio at Viceroy Washington
on 1430 Rhode Island Avenue Northwest - 0.3 mi from center.
Our user said: ‘The patio is decorated so well it’s perfect for a spring party.’ -
Event Space at Mindspace Washington DC
on 1301 K Street Northwest - 0.4 mi from center.
Venue said: Welcome to Mindspace: a global provider of high-end flexible office spaces. Our DC branch is located in the city center, right on the corner of K Street and Franklin Square, in the luxurious Washington Post building.
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