Located on the Potomac River, just a few miles from downtown Washington, DC, Alexandria, VA, has to be one of the most charming and beautiful small towns in the United States. Historic architecture can be found in abundance, especially in Old Town Alexandria, and you won't be hard pressed to find the most unique and perfect venue to celebrate a special occasion in the city.
From a spacious pub-style lounge with ultra-modern furnishings and decor for corporate events to an inviting winery for intimate birthday parties, Giggster has diverse venues to offer. Rent out a cozy restaurant filled with bottles of excellent wine for a wedding reception and schedule bridal photo shoots against the fully stocked, classy wine shelves. Similarly, a trendy sports bar with arcade games and laser tag could become your go-to destination.
When it comes to planning your next event, Giggster's list of highly curated venues is sure to appeal to you and all your guests. Throw the party of a lifetime so that you can look back on this with pleasure for years.
Looking for the ideal location for a family gathering? Giggster's guaranteed to have the perfect space. Our Alexandria locations offer large open spaces, accent lighting, and ultra-modern furnishings.
A cabana-style lounge with an outdoor patio and terrace in addition to the main event space is just the spot to host a small gathering of close friends or colleagues.
However, if you want large gatherings for a wedding reception or a bridal shower, a banquet hall with in-house dining options is more suitable.
A unique cafe and spa rental is the height of modern luxury and might be just what you're looking for when it comes to celebrating bachelorette parties with friends.
Looking for a restaurant where you can celebrate with delicious food? A stylish Mexican restaurant with small plates and craft cocktails is the perfect place.
Exceptional Variety & Quality: Stylish lounges with comfortable furniture for your business meetings or a Zen studio space that you can set up to your liking, Giggster's 22 properties will surely have an event venue that will leave you smiling.
Hassle-Free Booking: The entire process of booking venues and organizing events is stressful, but it's so much easier now with the help of the Giggster site. Just look through the options, read about all the details about price and capacity, and book the space that suits you. Venues start at $60/hour.
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: Furthermore, we allow free cancellations within 24 hours of confirmation, provided you've booked the venue at least 48 hours before the booking.
Platform Protections: If you're worried about things like damages and liabilities, Giggster's optional protection covers such things. So you can go ahead and book your favored venue like Pub-Style Lounge in Alexandria without any trouble.
As with every city, even the beautiful and historic Old Town Alexandria has some pros and cons. So before you pick out your venue, you'd better check that the city is a good fit for you!
Advantages
There's no lack of exciting museums and historical sites to visit in this old town, which was surveyed before its founding by George Washington himself!
There's great connectivity not only within the city itself but also to nearby Washington, DC, because of the Amtrak and the existence of iconic stations like King Street Metro Station or Union Station. Plus, it's small enough that most things are within walking distance.
If you want to rent out an outdoor space, the weather is generally mild and pleasant enough most of the year that you can do that without any problems.
Even though it's not exactly a cheap place, it's much less costly than DC. So you'd be more likely to find great spots at reasonable rates if you were to host here rather than the capital.
Disadvantages
Alexandria, VA, is a small city with very small-town vibes. So if you're looking for very diverse event spaces or a vibrant nightlife, you're bound to be disappointed.
For a small town, the population density is very high, which means lots of traffic congestion and crowds, and a general lack of parking spaces.
Situated on the banks of the Potomac River, Alexandria faces the threat of flooding.
Whether you're planning baby showers or weddings, an event space for the party is a must. With Giggster's 22 spaces on offer, whether in Old Town Alexandria or on the outskirts of the city, you're in no danger of not finding a suitable event space.
Bar/Winery – Fun Party Space. Are you looking to book a beautiful winery located in the heart of the old town for a family reunion, or is a fun and lively sports bar with all kinds of arcade games and laser tag more your speed? Book out the whole space for maximum privacy, provide delicious food and even better drinks for your guests, and dance the night away!
Studio – Compact and Versatile. A creative studio space done up in shades of black and white or a versatile loft studio with large windows that let in plenty of natural light are great spaces for low-key, intimate parties with a small group of guests. The space features the kind of lighting that is meant for maternity or bridal photo shoots.
Banquet Hall – Big Family Celebrations. The best thing about a banquet hall? It can be set up and decorated just as you wish. From buffet tables set up around the dining area to loads of balloons, streamers, bunting, and banners all over the place, a banquet hall can just as easily be set up for a wedding as a kid's birthday.
Cafe or Restaurant – Chill and Relaxed Vibes. Whether a conveniently located stylish Mexican restaurant on the Old Town Alexandria waterfront with excellent food and drinks, or a unique cafe and spa rental to calm down and relax in, a calm and peaceful environment is what you need when you're not in the mood for a raucous party.
Club Room/Lounge – Modern and Luxurious. A lounge or trendy club room is just the sort of space where you can gather your colleagues and teammates together for meetings or workshops, or even holiday parties. Flexible seating, a well-equipped kitchen, and one or two bathrooms for the use of the guests make these ultimate party spaces.
From private events to corporate occasions, you can plan any party with the help of a handy to-do list.
Find the Location – The ideal venue won't drop out of the sky, and finding one that fits all your needs and your budget as well is an important part of event planning. And it's so much easier with the help of Giggster.
Send Out Invites – Whether you're planning for a small birthday bash with only a close group of guests or you want to invite everyone you know, making a guest list and sending out carefully designed invites should be done well in advance.
Acquire Decorations – Special occasions aren't complete without at least some sort of decorations. Rent out props and decor, or just go to the supermarket and pick out the decor that catches your eye. Or you could even borrow table linens and cutlery from family members.
Arrange for Food and Entertainment – Hiring a catering team to serve up your favorites? You'd better take into account people's allergies or preferences. Meanwhile, entertainment like charades and karaoke, or hiring a DJ, needs to be arranged ahead of time.
Trying to plan a social gathering on a small budget? Don't even worry about it! You don't need to spend pots of money to celebrate in style.
Don't opt for sit-down dining.
Instead of employing a dedicated team of caterers and cooks, you could just do a potluck-style party where everybody gets a big sharing dish or even set up charcuterie boards and chips and dips.
Get props hire services.
Whether you want particular themed decorations or you want to set up a photo booth for your guests to have fun, you don't need to buy everything. You can just hire at a tiny fraction of the cost.
Time your party carefully.
Plan a mid-afternoon party so you don't have to serve a full meal and can get away with a high tea. They're usually more fun and relaxed anyway.
Whether you're looking for a convenient location inside Old Town Alexandria to host your colleagues and business partners or a vibrant venue like a bar that allows dogs near the Potomac West, Giggster's locations in Alexandria will meet with your approval and pleasure!
