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Wedding Catering in Washington

Compare vetted wedding catering across Washington, DC: real reviews, pricing, and availability. Tell us about your day and we’ll match you with the right fit.

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What catering costs in Washington

Catering & bar (per guest): $150–$300. Typical Washington, DC-area ranges for a Saturday, ~100 guests. Actual pricing varies by date, guest count and vendor. Vendors on Our Day reply with pricing for your date and guest count, so you compare real numbers.

When to book catering in Washington

Spring's cherry blossom season (late March–April) is DC's most in-demand and premium stretch, followed closely by fall (September–October). Book your venue and photographer 12–18 months out for a peak Saturday, earlier than most metros, given how many couples compete for the same historic spaces. Humid summers and the winter months after the holidays open up better availability and rates if you're flexible on the date.

Common questions

How much do wedding catering vendors cost in Washington?

Catering & bar (per guest): $150–$300. Typical Washington, DC-area ranges for a Saturday, ~100 guests. Actual pricing varies by date, guest count and vendor. When you request quotes through Our Day, vendors reply with pricing for your date and guest count, so you compare real numbers instead of ranges.

How far in advance should I book catering in Washington?

Spring's cherry blossom season (late March–April) is DC's most in-demand and premium stretch, followed closely by fall (September–October). Book your venue and photographer 12–18 months out for a peak Saturday, earlier than most metros, given how many couples compete for the same historic spaces. Humid summers and the winter months after the holidays open up better availability and rates if you're flexible on the date.

How does Our Day match me with Washington catering vendors?

Tell us your date, budget and what matters to you once. We check availability and pricing with 54 vetted Washington catering vendors and come back with a short list scored on fit, with Our Day-exclusive pricing where vendors offer it. It's free for couples.