We've got self catering venues in Washington, DC that give you full culinary control. No permits from Capitol Hill required. These spots let you bring in your own food, drinks, and flavour. Planning a wedding with soul food? A birthday bash with a taco truck out front? Or a fundraiser with homemade pies? DC’s got room for all of it and Tagvenue makes booking simple. Start browsing our spaces, from airy event lofts in Shaw to historic townhouses near Dupont Circle, and plan something that’s all you.
The cost of self catering venues averages around $110 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 November 2025:
| From $60 | to $225 | hire fee per hour |
| From $7000 | minimum spend per event |
You'll find self catering 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 (November 2025):
| Small | up to 10 guests | prices average $60 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 20 and 40 guests | prices average $140 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 45 guests | prices average $225 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.8 mi from central Washington, DC, available to book on Tagvenue: