HQO Venue sits at the edge of the Anacostia River in Navy Yard, within walking distance of D.C.’s premier sporting and event stadiums, Nat’s Park and Audi Field. This unique venue features a sleek, modern façade of undulating glass and three stories of innovative, and contemporary indoor/outdoor space. The venue is LEED Platinum+ certified, so you can feel great about hosting an event with minimal environmental impact. HQO Venue has nearly 40,000 square feet of diverse event space and is one of the newest and largest D.C. waterfront, rooftop, and indoor venues. This versatile building is ideal for large association events, weddings, corporate receptions, or convention sponsor off-site parties. HQO Venue’s mission is to provide a stunning and sustainable event space that provides memorable experiences to clients while promoting the mission of DC Water. We provide a wide range of services, including an amazing view, exclusive local and diverse vendors, and on-site management. Rental fees help support DC Water. We are a nonprofit organization created by DC Water with a mission to relieve the strain on DC Water ratepayers by generating revenue and cost savings as a result.