Dockmaster Building

Guest capacity

Up to 110 seated guests

About this venue

The Wharf Dockmaster Building is located at the end of District Pier and your rental includes the space on the pier around it. You have wrap around balconies and 270 degree views of the river and boats, plus the Washington Monument. Your rental gives you the building for the day so you can do any advance decorating, load in etc. It is unfurnished space – typically your caterer will coordinate tables, chairs etc. and help you design the look you want. Our inside capacity is typically 100 seated dinner style or 140-150 standing cocktail style.

Seated guest capacity

20-110

Venue type

Industrial Spaces
Urban Locations

Venue setting

Covered Outdoor
Indoor
Outdoor

101 District Sq SW, Washington, DC 20024

Our event spaces

Dockmaster Building - Lower Deck Space

Quiet and exclusive waterfront area on the pier.

Intimate outdoor waterfront space on the backside of the building, partially covered from the balcony overhang.

Guest capacity

Up to 50 Seated

Up to 120 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Dockmaster Building - Front Pier Space

Memorable moments under District Pier's bistro lights with The Wharf nightlife just steps away.

This included tentable section of pier in front of the Dockmaster steps is ideal for a waterfront ceremony - with an elevated platform already in place for the couple to say "I Do;" or a casual cocktail hour to take in the views of The Wharf right in front of you.

Guest capacity

Up to 75 Seated

Up to 125 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, After party, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Dockmaster Building - Upper Level

The unique waterfront venue experience with floor to ceiling glass and a wrap around balcony complete with DC monument views.

Resting at the end of the 450-foot District Pier, this space offers guests the perfect mix of excitement, access, and exclusivity.

Guest capacity

Up to 110 Seated

Up to 140 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”