Top Dundalk Venues

• Spaces for 18-250 Guests
• 5 Event Spaces

Slip away to our vibrant four-star hotel in Columbia, MD situated alongside Lake Kittamaqundi. Tucked into wooded acres overlooking the calm lake, the 212-room hotel provides a relaxing setting in comfortable, spa-inspired guest rooms, during fine meals at Lak Restaurant or within our Rookery Bar & Lounge, and throughout languid afternoons at the rooftop swimming pool. Our elevated guest experience includes upgraded amenities, lakefront activities, a fitness center and a cafe. If you’re seeking a lakeside hotel in the DMV for an event or meeting, consider our collaborative spaces and innovative function rooms, designed to inspire fresh ideas. Alternatively, we offer prime lakefront wedding scenery or ballroom spaces for any private events. Guests at Merriweather Lakehouse have easy access to nearby golf, an expansive shopping mall, and entertainment and dining within walking distance, specifically the famed Merriweather Post Pavilion concert venue. Enjoy an effortless stay at our dog-friendly hotel in Columbia, MD, complete with free parking, complimentary WiFi and easy access to I-95, connecting to Baltimore and Washington DC as well as the Columbia Corporate Parks and Ft. Meade.

• Spaces for 200-250 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Country Club

Hunt Valley Country Club is a country club and private event venue set on 265 acres of Maryland countryside in Phoenix, MD, just minutes from Baltimore. The club's rolling hills, golf fairways, and wooded landscape create a backdrop that suits everything from intimate ceremonies to grand receptions. The Valley View Ballroom is the club's signature indoor event space, accommodating up to 200 guests beneath floor-to-ceiling windows and wrought-iron chandeliers. For outdoor gatherings, the Tented Terrace offers panoramic views of the fairways and surrounding hills, well-suited to ceremonies and cocktail receptions. An expert events team manages coordination throughout the planning process and on the day of the event.

Off MD 665, we’re walking distance to Collins Aerospace, and less than a mile from Coca-Cola. General Dynamics Info Tech and the U.S. Naval Academy are a 15-minute drive from our hotel. Downtown Annapolis and companies including Corpay, Deloitte, and Raytheon (RTX) are within 30 miles. Our pet-friendly hotel includes an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

Annapolis Waterfront Hotel, Autograph Collection offers event spaces for your next celebration in Annapolis, Maryland.

• Spaces for 120-700 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 2 Hotels
• 6 Total Spaces

Turf Valley Resort is a premier destination for memorable weddings and events. Whether you dream of a grand affair with hundreds of guests, or prefer a more intimate gathering, our resort offers the ideal setting for your Baltimore - Washington, DC area wedding. Situated among 1,000 lush acres and pristine golf course views, Turf Valley Resort is your window to the beauty of Maryland. At Turf Valley Resort, our venues offer unique layouts to accommodate all wedding styles. Envision an outdoor ceremony in the garden as your guests overlook the scenic fountain views. Easily move to an indoor reception space to continue the celebration. Our magnificent ballrooms feature grand entrances, private bar and cocktail areas, dance floors and outdoor access. Turf Valley Resort offers the convenience of a wedding celebration all in one location. With an onsite restaurant and hotel, we can accommodate your wedding party and your overnight guests. Easily move throughout the property from wedding day preparation to ceremony, reception and after party. Our resort amenities including The Spa, golf course, onsite restaurant and pools offer fun activities to make a weekend of your event!

• Spaces for 10-500 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Meeting Space

Best Western Plus Hotel & Conference Center is a full-service hotel and event venue in Baltimore, Maryland, offering 25,000 square feet of flexible meeting and banquet space for gatherings of 10 to 500 guests. Located off I-95 with easy access to the Inner Harbor and Johns Hopkins Medical Campus, the property hosts weddings, corporate conferences, and private celebrations across 16 configurable rooms. The venue provides in-house catering coordinated by a dedicated Catering Manager, along with a full suite of audio-visual equipment — including LCD projectors, flat screens, wireless microphones, staging, and in-house sound systems. A complimentary shuttle service connects guests to the Inner Harbor, Baltimore Convention Center, and area hospitals. Guest accommodations include 175 hotel rooms featuring complimentary hot breakfast, free parking, and an indoor pool with whirlpool, making the property a convenient choice for multi-day events and out-of-town attendees.

• Spaces for 30-150 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 2 Historic Spaces
• 1 Meeting Space

The Inn at Henderson's Wharf is a boutique waterfront hotel set in a landmark 19th-century tobacco warehouse on the edge of Baltimore's Fells Point neighborhood. The building's distinctive curved brick facade rises directly from the marina, with sailboats and yachts moored just steps from the entrance — a setting that gives events here a depth of character most urban venues can't match. For private gatherings, the inn offers two event spaces housed within the historic structure. The Gallery is a 1,530-square-foot hall with exposed brick walls and French doors opening directly onto a serene courtyard, accommodating up to 150 guests for receptions or 120 at seated rounds — well suited to wedding celebrations, gala dinners, and corporate events that benefit from the courtyard flow. The McClintock Boardroom is a 660-square-foot room designed for focused meetings and smaller gatherings of up to 40, also featuring exposed brick and a modern layout. Both spaces are supported by the inn's events team, and the surrounding property — marina access, walkable Fells Point blocks, and on-site accommodations — makes Henderson's Wharf a natural choice for multi-day programs and out-of-town guests.

• Spaces for 40-900 Guests
• 3 Museums
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 5 Total Spaces

The Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park is a national heritage site and event venue situated along the waterfront in historic Fells Point, Baltimore. Operated by the Living Classrooms Foundation, the campus occupies one of the city's oldest waterfront industrial buildings — a restored Sugar/Coffee House whose exposed brick walls and industrial wood beams anchor the character of every event held here. The site honors the legacy of Frederick Douglass and Isaac Myers, who founded the first African American-owned shipyard on this very stretch of harbor in 1868. Five distinct spaces accommodate gatherings of nearly any size, from intimate dinners to large outdoor celebrations. The Founders Room seats up to 200 and opens to the adjoining Bearman Gallery, while the open-air Promenade and Courtyard can welcome as many as 900 guests for a reception at the water's edge. Cardin Pier extends over the harbor, where working vessels including the tall ship Lady Maryland occasionally dock alongside an event in progress. Catering is provided by an exclusive roster of approved vendors, and all events benefit from four hours of setup time and two hours of breakdown included in the rental. The park's events team, led by Director of Events Natalie Halpern, coordinates private bookings for weddings, corporate gatherings, and special celebrations throughout the year.

• Spaces for 16-150 Guests
• 4 Restaurants

La Scala Ristorante Italiano is a family-owned Italian restaurant in Baltimore's Little Italy neighborhood, founded by Executive Chef and owner Nino Germano. A native of Bafia, Sicily, Chef Nino moved to Baltimore at age 9 and developed his craft through years of cooking alongside his mother before opening La Scala in 1995 — building on the experience he gained running two prior Italian restaurant locations. The restaurant operates around a philosophy of great traditional home-style cooking with quality ingredients and personal attention. Chef Nino is known for greeting guests personally throughout the evening, creating a setting the restaurant describes as a home away from home. La Scala has been recognized as Baltimore's Best Italian Restaurant multiple times by Baltimore Magazine readers and was named to the publication's Top 50 Baltimore Restaurants list. For private events, La Scala offers multiple dedicated spaces accommodating groups from 8 to 160 guests seated, or up to 220 for a standing reception. Private rooms include the Isola Room — the largest, seating 70 — as well as the La Scala Room and its two divisible sub-rooms. A covered outdoor Terrazza and the indoor Bocce Ball Court round out the venue's event offerings.

• Spaces for 125 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Meeting Space

Hyatt Place Baltimore/Inner Harbor is a 208-room hotel situated two blocks from the Baltimore waterfront, close to Fell's Point, Little Italy, and Camden Yards. The property serves both short-term and extended-stay guests and offers 1,700 square feet of dedicated event space for corporate meetings, private gatherings, and celebrations of all sizes. The primary meeting and event space is the Harbor Room, a 1,640-square-foot room featuring large windows, modern audiovisual equipment, and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi. The space accommodates up to 125 guests and can be divided into two separate sections to suit smaller groups. Adjacent to the Harbor Room, the Harbor Terrace provides 574 square feet of space suited to more intimate receptions and cocktail gatherings. The hotel's events team provides in-house catering options — from breakfast service and working lunches to cocktail receptions — and works with planners to build custom menus for each event. The Placery, the hotel's on-site restaurant, rounds out the food and beverage offerings available to guests and event attendees.

• Spaces for 50-450 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 3 Museums
• 3 Total Spaces

The American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM) is America's official national museum, education center, and repository for self-taught and intuitive artistry, located at 800 Key Highway in Baltimore's Inner Harbor neighborhood. The museum occupies three historic buildings filled with original visionary artwork, and its exhibitions weave together art, science, philosophy, humor, and social justice in ways that make AVAM a singular backdrop for private events. For celebrations, AVAM offers three distinct rental spaces across the museum campus. The Jim Rouse Visionary Center is a three-floor venue accommodating up to 400 guests for seated dinners, with its first-floor Visionary Village ideal for cocktail hours among kinetic sculptures and its third-floor banquet room featuring beamed ceilings, skylights, and a staging area with screen and projector. The Sculpture Barn and Garden is a dramatic indoor/outdoor space available late March through Thanksgiving, seating up to 130 guests or hosting up to 250 for standing receptions, with a checkerboard dance floor, stage lighting, and a Wildflower Garden with a Meditation Chapel. The Museum Café, situated on the top floor of the main building, offers an intimate setting for up to 50 seated guests or 110 standing, with an outdoor terrace overlooking Federal Hill Park. All rentals include tables and chairs, a venue manager, museum security, and access to designated exhibits for guests. Catering is provided through AVAM's approved list of fully licensed Baltimore-area caterers.

• Spaces for 200-400 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Theater

The Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture is the leading institution in the state that focuses on the history and achievements of African Americans, with a particular emphasis on Maryland. The museum bears the name of its namesake. The museum is affiliated with the Smithsonian, and it draws visitors' attention by hosting both permanent and temporary special exhibitions, a resource center, and many activities, including film series, live music performances, and programming geared toward families. The Lewis is equipped to play home to a wide variety of events, ranging from opulent dinner parties to casual cocktail gatherings. For an event of such significance, our one-of-a-kind location is not only an outstanding example of architectural design, but also a contemporary and aesthetically pleasing setting. The museum is an excellent venue for hosting business events, meetings, and seminars, as well as weddings, receptions, galas, Christmas parties, and other fundraising events. The museum provides a venue that is really one of a kind for private events, and our expert event planning staff is here to assist you in every facet of the planning process, from the very beginning to the very end.

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Waterfront

Pier 5 Hotel occupies a historic pier structure on Baltimore's Inner Harbor, built between 1908 and 1910 and recognized as one of the earliest examples of reinforced concrete construction in seawater in the United States. The hotel is steps from the National Aquarium, Pier 6 Pavilion, and the Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse, positioning it as a distinctive waterfront address in the heart of downtown Baltimore. For events, Pier 5 offers 4,790 square feet of event space across multiple venues, including the Harbor West Ballroom — a light-filled space with floor-to-ceiling windows, panoramic views of the Inner Harbor, and a private terrace that accommodates up to 200 guests for receptions. The Harbor Club, also on the second floor, features a wraparound terrace with sweeping views of the Inner Harbor, National Aquarium, and Pier 6 Pavilion, making it a natural choice for cocktail receptions. An outdoor waterfront garden area rounds out the options for ceremonies and gatherings. On-site catering is provided through ROUGE Fine Catering, with additional dining available at the property's two restaurants: McCormick & Schmick's Seafood and Ruth's Chris Steak House.

• Spaces for 110-330 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom
• 5 Total Spaces

1840s Plaza is a historic event venue and boutique hotel set in Baltimore's Jonestown neighborhood, just steps from the Inner Harbor and Harbor East. The property centers on the four-story Fava Building — a Baltimore City landmark whose iconic red cast iron façade was one of twelve to survive the great Baltimore fire of 1904, later restored as home to the Baltimore City Life Museum. Today it hosts weddings, galas, mitzvahs, memorial celebrations, and corporate events across four distinct indoor and outdoor spaces. The fourth-floor Ballroom spans over 5,000 square feet, seating up to 230 guests beneath crystal chandeliers with panoramic views of the Inner Harbor. The second-floor City Lites carries original murals and exhibits from the venue's museum era, dressed in art deco style. The first-floor Cabaret brings Latin-inspired décor suited to a livelier atmosphere. Two private red brick garden courtyards — one adjoining the Fava Building, one surrounding the adjacent 1840s Carrollton Inn — offer outdoor ceremony and cocktail settings framed by boxwood hedges and bistro lighting. The 1840s Carrollton Inn, a 13-room boutique hotel comprised of interconnected row homes dating to the early 19th century, provides on-site accommodations for wedding parties and overnight guests.

• Spaces for 200-450 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 2 Boats
• 2 Waterfront

City Cruises Baltimore brings private events onto the water, operating from Baltimore's Inner Harbor at 561 Light Street. Two vessels in the fleet give planners a range of group sizes: the Spirit of Baltimore, which holds up to 450 guests, and the Majesty, which accommodates up to 200. The Spirit of Baltimore spans two spacious indoor decks and a rooftop deck with panoramic harbor views. The vessel has been renovated with an enhanced dance floor, bar space, and a Harmon-designed A/V system. The Majesty is a three-level private yacht featuring an atrium vaulted ceiling that connects the first and second dining decks. Its Harborview Deck offers a double bar and built-in dance floor, the Esplanade Deck provides elevated harbor views with ample seating, and the Skydeck features plush lounge seating and bistro tables. Both vessels offer climate-controlled interiors alongside open-air outdoor decks. All-inclusive packages can be tailored to the event, with chef-prepared menus, full bar service, and entertainment options. Complimentary event coordinators are available for groups of 20 or more.

The Baltimore Museum of Industry honors the state of Maryland's rich industrial history and demonstrates how innovation is the driving force behind continuous advancement. Visitors are drawn into the narratives of the individuals who founded Baltimore and those who continue to affect the future of the region through our exhibitions, educational activities, and collection displays. Visitors to the Baltimore Museum of Industry's waterfront site have had a beautiful view of the Inner Harbor ever since the museum opened its doors in 1981. The BMI offers an unequaled background for corporate gatherings, cocktail receptions, banquets, fundraisers, reunions, weddings, mitzvahs, proms, and anniversary parties thanks to its indoor and outdoor venues, convenient downtown location, and free on-site parking lot. The BMI will assist in the production of an evening that guests will long remember thanks to its wide places for catering stations, activities, a dance floor with a view of the port, and picture-perfect exterior spots.

• Spaces for 60-250 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 4 Total Spaces

Kimpton Hotel Monaco Baltimore occupies the landmark 1906 Beaux-Arts building that once served as the headquarters of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad — a structure defined by its marble staircases, stained glass Tiffany windows, and sweeping period architecture. The hotel sits two blocks from the Inner Harbor and within easy reach of Baltimore's most storied neighborhoods, including Mount Vernon, Federal Hill, and Fell's Point. For events, the hotel offers more than 10,000 square feet of flexible space across a collection of named rooms and ballrooms. The Paris Ballroom seats up to 230 guests for banquets and accommodates 190 for receptions, while the adjoining Paris Foyer provides a graceful pre-function or cocktail space. Smaller gatherings find a home in rooms like Athens and Caracas. On-site catering is provided through The Morely restaurant, with custom menus built around the occasion. The hotel has been recognized as a Top Wedding Venue by the Baltimore Sun and earned a Best Boutique Property in the Northeast designation from the 2018 Stella Awards.

• Spaces for 40-900 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 4 Total Spaces

Marriott Baltimore Inner Harbor at Camden Yards offers a dynamic and versatile setting for weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings in the heart of downtown Baltimore. Located steps from Camden Yards and the Inner Harbor, the hotel features expansive ballrooms, flexible meeting rooms, and generous prefunction areas designed to support events of varying sizes and styles. Modern interiors, thoughtful layouts, and customizable configurations allow hosts to bring a wide range of visions to life. Onsite catering and audiovisual support streamline planning, while comfortable guest rooms provide a convenient stay for attendees. With its central location, adaptable event spaces, and attentive service, this venue supports seamless gatherings with a strong sense of place.