Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Walter E. Washington Convention Center has meeting and event spaces.
- Up to 42,000 delegates
- Sustainability credentials
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Best suited for
- Trade Shows
- Conventions
- Corporate Meetings
- Conferences
- Exhibitions
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factPricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
- Full catering service available
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- 2.3 million square feet of event space
- 703,000 square feet of exhibition hall space
- 77 meeting rooms and breakout spaces
- Located in downtown Washington DC
- Full-service event planning and coordination
- Advanced audiovisual and lighting systems
- On-site security and event support
- LEED Gold certified sustainable facility
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- ADA compliant
- Accessible parking
- Restrooms
- And elevators
Sustainability
- Certified sustainable venue
- LEED Gold certified sustainable facility
Location & getting there
Washington, United States
Venue Intelligence™
Every rating below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
Walter E. Washington Convention Center is a verified conference-center in Washington, hosting up to 200 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Eco, Accessibility. Verified on-site: av & production, sustainability, accessibility. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, sustainability-conscious organisers, fully accessible events.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
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Venue IQ™
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- Sept 2026Photography refreshed — 3 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Sept 2026Quality score 100/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
- Nov 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
Frequently asked
What is the capacity of Walter E. Washington Convention Center's largest event space?
Walter E. Washington Convention Center can host up to 42,000 guests in its largest event space.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 42,000 guests across multiple exhibition halls and meeting rooms with flexible configurations
What AV equipment is available?
Comprehensive AV services with built-in systems, rigging capabilities, and professional technical support available
Is catering available?
Full-service catering with exclusive preferred caterers, diverse menu options, and specialized dietary accommodations
Is there parking available?
Over 4,000 parking spaces available in attached garage and nearby facilities, valet service available
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