CREATE LASTING MEMORIES AT RIVER FARM
River Farm offers an unforgettable setting for your special private event, where the timeless beauty of our historic Manor House meets the natural splendor of 27 acres of expansive gardens and rolling landscapes. With a variety of picturesque rental spaces and functional areas to choose from, you can create a truly unique experience that reflects your style and vision—all at an exceptional value. As the headquarters of the American Horticultural Society, this award-winning event venue in Alexandria, Virginia is an idyllic location for any special occasion.
A whimsical setting featuring themed areas to captivate and entertain young imaginations. Perfect for children’s birthday parties.
Capacity: XX guests
A serene oasis surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant blooms. The garden’s centerpiece is a magnificent 200-year-old Osage orange tree, one of the largest in the country. Perfect for a memorial service, military ceremony or intimate gathering. Photo credit: Mary Bell
Capacity: 30 guests seated or standing
A breathtaking backdrop of stunning natural beauty along the Potomac River, complemented by a stately old Black Walnut Tree just beyond our ha-ha wall, remnants from the property’s 18th century landscape. (Note: requires hauling equipment down to the meadow).
Capacity: 500 guests seated or standing
A stunning wedding space with lush grass, a circular stone pathway, sweeping vistas of the Potomac River, and the grandeur of the Manor House. This iconic location offers the flexibility to create a ceremony that perfectly reflects your unique style, making it an unforgettable choice for your special day. Photo credit: Stephen Bobb
Capacity: 250 guests seated or 300 standing
A warm and inviting space flooded with natural light and stunning vista of the Potomac River. Antique furniture, along with a baby grand piano and local artwork adorning the walls, adds character and charm. It’s an ideal place for a bridal suite or groom’s retreat, providing a peaceful and private space for the bride or groom to prepare.
Capacity: 25 guests seated or standing
An elegant and versatile room bathed in the glow of a stunning chandelier and framed by local artwork. With AV capabilities, the Ballroom is perfect for ceremonies, receptions, and cocktail hours and can easily accommodate dancing, dessert stations and even an ice sculpture. Sophisticated and flexible, it’s the ideal setting for an unforgettable wedding day.
Capacity: 50 guests at tables, 60 seated theater-style, or 80 standing
An exquisite outdoor setting under a climate-controlled tent for the majority of the year. With elegant chandeliers, perimeter bistro lighting, and adjustable Palladian window sidewalls that open to the surrounding landscape, this space offers both beauty and functionality. Ideal for the wedding reception with seated dinner and dancing, the Slated Patio is a stunning choice that blends nature with comfort and style. Photo credit: Sandy Schaeffer Photography
Capacity: 160 guests or 240 with expansion
Please fill out the form below for rental inquiries or to request a tour. Tours last approximately 30 minutes and are available Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Thank you, and we look forward to making your dream event a reality!
Prime Location. One of the most desired Potomac-front wedding venues in the Washington, DC area, River Farm in Alexandria, Virginia is located just four miles south of Old Town Alexandria, a vibrant area for shopping and dining.
A Legacy. One of George Washington’s original five farms and the headquarters of the American Horticultural Society since 1973, River Farm has a significant historical and horticultural heritage.
Themed Gardens. From the serene tranquility of the Garden Calm to the whimsical charm of the Children’s Garden, each themed outdoor garden provides a breathtaking backdrop.
BYO Catering and Vendor Flexibility. We offer the unique flexibility to choose your own caterers and vendors to align perfectly with your vision and budget. We also provide a curated list of trusted vendors to help streamline your planning process.
River Farm has convenient spaces for vendors to set up and prepare meals on-site. Vendors can utilize the covered porch attached to the house or the spacious brick porch just outside. While cooking is not allowed inside the house, outdoor food prep is encouraged, with easy access to the indoor space for final plating and service. Buffets with sternos are permitted inside the house, but open flames are restricted to catering-specific uses. For ease of service, vendors may also set up tents on the grounds, providing direct access to the dinner tent or outdoor areas.
Amenities. Your wedding at River Farm includes full access to the gardens, grounds, and the grandeur of the manor house, with a private bridal suite and restroom upstairs for your comfort and ease. We offer ample parking, free Wi-Fi throughout the property, and electricity within the Manor House and patio. Standard chairs are available to rent. River Farm is wheelchair accessible and pet friendly.
River Farm Rentals
703.768.5700 ext. 138
rentals@ahsgardening.org
