Venue Spotlight: Congressional Country Club Wedding

You’ve likely heard of Congressional Country Club for its golf activities, and in fact, Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, MD has been home to five major golf championships, including three US Opens and a PGA championship among other noteworthy events. It is considered one of the most prestigious golf clubs in the world. It is also a stunning wedding venue.

A wedding at Congressional Country Club is always one of our favorites! Driving up, the clubhouse architecture is simply magnificent and reminiscent of a Spanish colonial style. The grand ballroom features soaring ceilings and unparalleled architectural detail.

History

The club was founded in 1921 by two congressmen, and the club has played host to many elected officials and presidents in its history. The expansive clubhouse is one of the largest in the United States, and was designed by architect Philip Julian.

About

Congressional Country Club, located at 8500 River Road in Bethesda, Maryland.

Couples can choose between indoor or outdoor venues to celebrate their special day. Serene golf courses create a beautiful backdrop for photos. Guests can spend their evening relaxing outdoors on the patio or on the rolling grounds. The grand ballroom can seat up to 50 guests,

Location:Bethesda, MD

Capacity:250+ guests.

A mix of tall and low arrangements grace the ballroom at Congressional Country Club

Procopio Photography

Procopio Photography

Low centerpiece at Congressional Country Club wedding

Procopio Photography

Classic elevated arrangements on half the tables feature loose strands of greenery at Congressional Country Club

Procopio Photography

Congressional Country Club wedding party

Procopio Photography

Steve Canning

Jen Cody Photography

Steve Canning

Pro Tips

With its soaring ceiling, the ballroom at Congressional Country Club allows for height in your design. Whether you opt for a mix of tall and low centerpieces, a striking elevated head table design, or a band front that wows, find some element to focus your guests attention that matches the grandeur of the space. The fireplace mantels are a great way of bridging that space, whether with simple candles or a dramatic display that draws the eyes up.

Style-wise, the space at Congressional allows for varying design styles. The grandeur of the space lends itself to classic elements, but the impressive beams allow you to be more loose and unstructured, even rustic in design.

Searching for a floral designer in DC to translate your vision for your Congressional Country Club wedding into flowers? Contact us today!

All photos from Petal’s Edge weddings.

It’s July 25, and that means it’s Christmas in July! ⁣
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DC’s grand hotels pull out all the stops for the holidays, and we can’t get enough of the tree-lined hallway at The Mayflower Hotel. What a dreamy backdrop for our winter bride. ✨⁣
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Planning a winter wedding of your own? We’d love to help bring your seasonal vision to life. Reach out via our link in bio to start the conversation!⁣
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📷 @emilykanephotograpy

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It’s July 25, and that means it’s Christmas in July! ⁣
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DC’s grand hotels pull out all the stops for the holidays, and we can’t get enough of the tree-lined hallway at The Mayflower Hotel. What a dreamy backdrop for our winter bride. ✨⁣
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Planning a winter wedding of your own? We’d love to help bring your seasonal vision to life. Reach out via our link in bio to start the conversation!⁣
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📍 @themayflowerhoteldc⁣
📷 @emilykanephotograpy

An elegant tented reception at Dumbarton House? Say no more. For Meghan & Pierce’s celebration, we designed soft, romantic centerpieces that flowed effortlessly down the head table and added movement to the round guest tables. A mix of textured greenery brought that lush, organic touch we love. It’s proof that timeless and fresh can go hand in hand. Tented weddings are stunning in any season… especially when the florals do the heavy lifting.⁣
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📍 @dumbartonhouse⁣
📷 @sarahbradshawphoto⁣
🍽 @ridgewellsdc⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @kelleycannonevents

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An elegant tented reception at Dumbarton House? Say no more. For Meghan & Pierce’s celebration, we designed soft, romantic centerpieces that flowed effortlessly down the head table and added movement to the round guest tables. A mix of textured greenery brought that lush, organic touch we love. It’s proof that timeless and fresh can go hand in hand. Tented weddings are stunning in any season… especially when the florals do the heavy lifting.⁣
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📍 @dumbartonhouse⁣
📷 @sarahbradshawphoto⁣
🍽 @ridgewellsdc⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @kelleycannonevents

Airy. Intentional. Unexpected.
Bouquets like this don’t just come together. They’re built with a designer’s eye and an engineer’s precision. Structured, sculptural, and perfectly imperfect.

The wired bouquet is having a moment, and we’re all in. Staying at the forefront of floral design means constantly evolving our techniques. Craftsmanship, mechanics, and keeping our skills as fresh as our stems! Modern bridal design? You’re looking at it.

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Airy. Intentional. Unexpected.
Bouquets like this don’t just come together. They’re built with a designer’s eye and an engineer’s precision. Structured, sculptural, and perfectly imperfect.

The wired bouquet is having a moment, and we’re all in. Staying at the forefront of floral design means constantly evolving our techniques. Craftsmanship, mechanics, and keeping our skills as fresh as our stems! Modern bridal design? You’re looking at it.

#wiredbouquet #sculpturalbouquet #whiteweddingbouquet #modernbridalbouquet #floralinnovation #floralartistry #floralmechanics #luxuryweddingflowers #statementbouquet #floraltechnique #bridalbouquetinspo #floraldesignprocess #wiredflorals #flowerstructure #timelessweddingstyle #elevatedfloraldesign #petalsedgeflorals #floraltrends2025 #contemporaryflorals #fineartweddingstyle #chicweddingflowers #dcfloraldesigner #virginiaflorist #dmvweddingflorist #bespokeflorals #artfulweddingdesign #bouquetdetails #whiteonwhitewedding #refinedweddingstyle #floralarchitecture

Hair? Done. Makeup? Glowing. Bouquet?

A dream in toffee and white. And when the champagne tower hits just right? That’s the Petal’s Edge touch. 🍾💐

From behind-the-scenes to final frame, this shoot was full of joy, movement, and flower-filled magic. Because designing moments that feel as good as they look? That’s kind of our thing.

📍 @riggshotel
📷 @destinationeddings_vn
🎥 @visual_story_book
💐 @petalsedgedc
💄 @daisyvazquezmua
@thaliapaulbridal
@trybaro

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Hair? Done. Makeup? Glowing. Bouquet?

A dream in toffee and white. And when the champagne tower hits just right? That’s the Petal’s Edge touch. 🍾💐

From behind-the-scenes to final frame, this shoot was full of joy, movement, and flower-filled magic. Because designing moments that feel as good as they look? That’s kind of our thing.

📍 @riggshotel
📷 @destinationeddings_vn
🎥 @visual_story_book
💐 @petalsedgedc
💄 @daisyvazquezmua
@thaliapaulbridal
@trybaro

We’re never one to shy away from a floral moment, and at a venue like Congressional Country Club, the stakes (and the ceilings) are high. For Rebecca & Richard`s celebration, we played up the grandeur of the space with towering centerpieces and sprawling greenery that brought movement and life to each table. A timeless green-and-white palette with layers of texture gave this classic ballroom a fresh, organic twist. ⁣
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Curious how we tailor floral design to suit your space and your story? Let’s chat! Link in bio.⁣
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📍 @congressionalcountry club⁣
📷 @procopiophoto⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @smevents

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We’re never one to shy away from a floral moment, and at a venue like Congressional Country Club, the stakes (and the ceilings) are high. For Rebecca & Richard's celebration, we played up the grandeur of the space with towering centerpieces and sprawling greenery that brought movement and life to each table. A timeless green-and-white palette with layers of texture gave this classic ballroom a fresh, organic twist. ⁣
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Curious how we tailor floral design to suit your space and your story? Let’s chat! Link in bio.⁣
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📍 @congressionalcountry club⁣
📷 @procopiophoto⁣
💐 @petalsedgedc⁣
📋 @smevents

Sun-drenched florals, bold texture, and one unforgettable chuppah moment.

For Aliza & Alex’s summer celebration at Oxon Hill Manor, we went full color-forward. Coral peonies were the undeniable star. Paired with wildflower-inspired details like daisies, snapdragons, freesia, and even herbs, the floral design struck that perfect balance between luxe and lighthearted.

From the birch pole chuppah trailing with blooms to vibrant, garden-style centerpieces, this tented affair radiated joyful energy - proof that color can absolutely be elevated!

📍 Oxon Hill Manor
🍽️ @welldunncatering
📷 @pshoots
💐 @petalsedgedc
📋 @smevents

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