Walden Country Club is an intimate venue just west of Annapolis with beautiful spaces. We specialize in elegant affairs with a classic touch. Our exceptional staff will assist with wedding planning, giving you the freedom to be present and enjoy the day with your loved ones. Say “I do” on the veranda, which overlooks the golf course and gives spectacular sunset views. The reception can take place in the banquet room overlooking the veranda, where you can sit down to a delicious feast, created from our many extensive menus. Walden Country Club is the recipient of several awards from Capital Style, including Readers’ Choice finalist for best catering and reception site. Come enjoy unparalleled hospitality as you begin the next chapter of your love story.

Belmont Manor is a restored 1738 era historic site with extensive gardens and outbuildings, perfect for the quintessential garden wedding. We are considered an outdoor venue. Nestled on 68 acres of rolling green hills, this 18th Century property offers warm hospitality. Belmont Manor is a Howard County Park. Howard County Recreation and Park guidelines apply that are different from privately owned venues. The Park provides the location and property amenities while the Permit Holder provides all vendors, including an approved full-service Caterer and Wedding Coordinator.

**Home Of The 16 Hour Rental Window** Located in the heart of downtown Ellicott City, our Main Street Ballroom seamlessly marries rustic charm and industrial chic. This historic stone warehouse is a former Chevy showroom workshop that has been thoughtfully updated to create the ultimate celebration space. With two main rooms and an outdoor patio, Main Street Ballrooms 10,000 square feet offers incredible versatility and enough room to comfortably accommodate up to 250 guests!

Cherry Hill Ballroom is an event space located in the heart of Cherry Hill Park, an RV park and family campground. With a variety of options for decor, food service, and layout, we offer you the flexibility you need to throw the event of your dreams. With 3,600 square feet, suspended hardwood floors, grand ceilings, a balcony, and a fireplace, our ballroom accommodates up to 150 people for dinner, dancing, and wedding ceremonies. Our ballroom also features several side rooms that you can use as you please - set up a dressing room, photo booth, or cocktail bar! We have a covered pavilion for outdoor ceremonies. Our wedding package includes an array of decor that will transform your reception into a magical space for you and your partner, as well as the use of our commercial kitchen. You can set up catering or BYOB your event. If you've got a vision, we'd love to be a part of it. We've had fun over the years arranging carriage and tractor rides, log cabin packages, and more.

Overlooking Marylands Chesapeake Bay located in Pasadena, we are the area’s premiere indoor/outdoor waterfront venue for weddings, receptions, banquets, and private events. Additionally, our spacious 8-acre property provides waterfront views

Historic. Waterfront. Perfect. Since 1981, guests at the Baltimore Museum of Industry’s waterfront location have enjoyed a breathtaking view of the Inner Harbor. With spaces both indoors and out, separate areas for ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception, a convenient downtown location, and a free, on-site parking lot, the BMI offers an unrivaled backdrop for your wedding.

Are you looking for a unique event venue in the Annapolis, Baltimore, and Washington region? If so, you’ve found a home. TheAtreeum will show you what if feels like to see nature’s beauty abound both inside and outside at Soaring Timbers Event Venue. With gorgeous Yellow Pine, White Oak, Douglas Fir, and Black Walnut, SoaringTimbers is strong, magnetic, inspiring. We’d enjoy sharing our event home visions with you so that together we can help plan your next unique event. A Wedding Celebration, a Class or Military Reunion, a Corporate Banquet or Meeting, an Anniversary Party, a Grandchild’s Birthday Party! Whatever you’ve been wishing and dreaming about, we’re very ready to help and assist you in all ways possible.

1840s Plaza is an elegant Baltimore event venue with several spaces available for events of any kind, including the Ballroom, City Lites and Cabaret. Located in the historic Jonestown neighborhood, 1840s is just steps away from the Inner Harbor, Restaurant Row at Harbor East, and Little Italy. 1840s Plaza is a hidden gem in the middle of a busy city with devoted staff ready to go above and beyond to ensure a flawless event from beginning to end. The iconic red cast iron façade was one of twelve that survived the great Baltimore fire in 1904 and was restored for the opening of the Baltimore City Life Museum. Rich in history and culture, this venue gives guests a glimpse of Baltimore’s distinct history combined with today’s modern luxuries.

The cultural heart of Baltimore beats loudly at Hotel Indigo® Baltimore Downtown. Our neighborhood is a hub of Charm City history and arts, and our upscale boutique hotel reflects the area's vibrancy with every detail. While there are many things to do in Baltimore, there are also a great number of discoveries to make right here in our hotel. Relax with a book (by hometown author Edgar Allan Poe, perhaps) from our hotel library, and sleep under a literary-themed mural in your guest room. Sip on some of the best craft cocktails in our hotel restaurant, Poets Modern Cocktails & Eats. Sample the honey produced at the hotel by our three honey bee colonies, which can be viewed from our fourth-floor guest rooms. And visit with our canine greeter, Xander, a Blue Brindle Cane Corso who invites you and your own pups to stay at our pet-friendly hotel, enjoy dog treats, and play at the nearby Howard Park Dog Park.

Welcome to Martin’s West, nestled in the heart of the greater Baltimore area. From the captivating multi-story lobby to the picturesque outdoor space, Martin’s West sets the stage for unforgettable events. With a focus on hospitality and impeccable service, we ensure that every moment of your special occasion is nothing short of perfection.

Our venue is only steps away from the Baltimore Waterfront Promenade in the historic Canton/Fells Point area making it the perfect spot for photo and videos. We've been privileged to host surprise proposals, engagement parties, bridal showers, weddings and receptions. The space is a BLANK CANVAS and is ideal for whatever you can imagine. We understand that planning a wedding can be stressful and are committed to alleviating this by being a one-stop shop for all things wedding. Our venue price is tailored to work for any budget with a curated vendor list consisting of: a wedding planner, décor specialist, caterer, baker, florist, photographer, videographer and officiant (vendor prices not included in listing).

At Sandy Spring Museum, rustic charm meets modern elegance in our exceptional spaces. Set on seven beautiful wooded acres with multiple event and meeting spaces, Sandy Spring Museum is an endless stream of potential & possibilities. Whether your special day is traditional, formal, casual, contemporary, modern, or eclectic, our spaces provide a beautiful backdrop and unique scene for every special occasion. Make your next event historic at Sandy Spring Museum! When you secure Sandy Spring Museum for your perfect day, you have our entire amazing space for you and your guests to enjoy - yes, you get the ENTIRE museum!

A hotel for unforgettable weddings and celebrations with character and charm in Baltimore’s Mt. Vernon neighborhood. Hotel Ulysses is a 116-room boutique hotel offering three distinct event spaces for up to 85 guests. Much like your vision, Ulysses is a transportative, dynamic place for gatherings — the high priest of the fever dream. With an elegant event space in an historic townhouse, an opulent private dining room, and a plush cocktail lounge, Ulysses is the perfect scene for your engagement party, wedding ceremony, reception, or after party. Living inside the nine-story Latrobe Building on East Read Street, once home to seven-time Baltimore mayor Ferdinand Latrobe, and many lonely bachelors after that, Ulysses is an ever-evolving monument to Baltimore’s iconic contradictions and unhinged visions

Belvedere & Co. Events is the full-service planning and catering company at The Belvedere, Baltimore’s preeminent historic venue. The Belvedere may be best known for its timeless grandeur and fancy galas; a majestic venue that played host to famous, fabulous, and influential figures. And we, Belvedere & Co. Events, think our service is worthy of your attention too. We pride ourselves on delivering the same level of service that made The Belvedere, Baltimore’s home for exceptional hospitality for over one hundred years. Each event is tended to by a Belvedere & Co. Events Coordinator to assist in menu planning, timeline creation, vendor recommendations, and event design. We offer professional guidance to ensure that every detail is cared for. You can rest assured that your event will make history.

Intimate. Authentic. Romantic. The simple elegance of traditional gothic architecture. The gardens! The convenience of your wedding ceremony and reception in the same place. Everything you could want for your wedding, with solid, experienced professional support from planning to last dance. There’s a woodsy, private garden for your ceremony, a great rain plan, and a stunning gothic great hall (which you'll especially love if you’re a Harry Potter fan)! for your reception. Your guests can be indoor and outdoors, as they like, enjoying the party! Chase Court comfortably and realistically accommodates a maximum of 125 guests seated for dinner or 150 guests served cocktail-style. We’re equally good at very small weddings (see "Elopements," below). No matter the size of your wedding, you’ll get experienced, professional support from our first contact, right on through your wedding.

Located in the Annapolis Art District, Prism is a blank canvas ready to personalize for all of your events! DIY or hire us to handle EVERYTHING! We can work with your budget to bring your vision to life! Weddings, Vow Renewals, Elopements, Bat/Bar Mitzvahs, Baby Showers, Baptisms, Bridal Showers, Birthday Parties!

Make you wedding day historic! Celebrate in the two-acre colonial garden in the heart of Downtown Annapolis. Our secret garden was once home to William Paca, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, Governor of Maryland and local lawyer. Hold your ceremony in front of our Summerhouse on the Bowling Green while your guests take in the view. The Paca House and Garden is located just blocks from the Maryland State House, The United States Naval Academy and Annapolis City Dock. Our tented terraces can accommodate seated events up to 120 guests or cocktail style up to 180 guests.

Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park is a waterfront wedding venue located in the Eastport neighborhood of Annapolis, Maryland. Situated just across Spa Creek from historic downtown Annapolis, this unique museum offers couples and their guests gorgeous views of the Chesapeake Bay and Back Creek. We're happy to accommodate both intimate ceremonies as well as lavish receptions in our indoor or outdoor settings. Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park looks forward to making your special day everything you dreamed it to be.

Mess Hall is a modern wedding venue located in the heart of Washington, D.C. The only private event space in DC that looks into an open industrial kitchen, Mess Hall provides an urban and inviting atmosphere that your guests won’t soon forget. The polished concrete floors, exposed industrial ceilings and mid-century modern décor all make this venue the unique and versatile space you’ve been searching for. Having hosted events for countless local clients, such as DC Brau, The Smithsonian Institution, The Embassy of Japan and more, Mess Hall has the experience and reputation needed to host the celebration of a lifetime. For a true urban wedding experience in the middle of one of America’s most well-known cities, look no further than Mess Hall!

The Accelerator Space is a wedding and event venue in Baltimore, Maryland. The venue is located near Baltimore City’s Belvedere Square Market, close to shops, dining, and entertainment. The space is a repurposed auto dealership more than 90 years old. It has an industrial chic design paired with modern amenities.

Boundary Stone offers a cozy and intimate urban setting for weddings. Located in the heart of the city, this venue features a warm atmosphere with exposed brick walls and modern décor. Boundary Stone's dedication to creating a personalized and memorable experience makes it a standout choice for couples seeking a unique and stylish celebration.

Overlooking Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park, the Italian Renaissance Revival former embassy is now a vibrant community space for events of all kinds. Whether you are planning a small, intimate staff retreat in the marble-columned porte-cochere, or a large gathering in our spacious grand ballroom, the historic Josephine Butler Parks Center will set a stunning scene for your celebration.

Let's L'Chaim! The Capital Jewish Museum is pleased to offer designated spaces in the Museum available for events on a space-available basis. With historic and modern spaces - conveniently located between downtown and the Capitol - the Museum can accommodate a range of events.

Fathom Gallery 14th Street is a multi-level, flexi-use event space located in the heart of Logan Circle. The Gallery combines the classical elegance of old 14th Street with a refreshing, modern simplicity. We offer our gallery space to the local community as a venue for art shows, cultural exhibitions, fundraising events, non-profit cocktail receptions and special celebrations. We have hosted events for The National Trust for Historic Preservation, National Geographic, Google, and many others! Recent exhibitions have featured artists Ned Dishman, Nima Veiseh, and Stephen Benedicto.

Our sincere belief is that great dining begins with fresh ingredients, friendly people, and an unforgettable atmosphere. Our Executive Chef and Event Team are here to help you create that experience. With our warm hospitality and attention to detail, we’ll work with you to create the event of your dreams, and with a variety of rooms to fit any occasion and our talented team, your event is sure to start and end on a truly delicious note. From Montgomery County, Maryland to Loudoun County, Virginia, and many stops between, we have a perfect space for you.

The Boqueria Penn Quarter, DC, is a contemporary dining and event space located in Washington, DC. Offering a modern take on classic Spanish cuisine, this elegant setting provides a welcoming atmosphere for celebrations of all sizes. From finely made tapas to hearty paella dishes, this restaurant can bring a delightful range of dishes for events in a variety of styles. Serving classic Spanish tapas and wine – all within a short walk from CityCenterDC, Capital One Arena, Apple’s Carnegie Library flagship store, and the museums along the National Mall – Boqueria brings a bit of Barcelona to Washington D.C.’s vibrant Penn Quarter neighborhood.

Whether it's a graduation, wedding, engagement party or milestone occasion, the Woodrow Wilson House offers an elegant setting for your special event. Customized to fit the specific vision of each party, we can accommodate your requests! Our options range from an intimate private dinner for 12, a seated event in the garden for 100 or a cocktail reception for 200 guests. You and your guess will feel welcome in our private and sophisticated spaces, furnished with the personal effects of a president. Conveniently located just five blocks from Dupont Circle, the Wilson House is a celebrated historic site, ideal for your wedding or reception.

Your event, your content, your world, your way. Come enjoy a private, intimate-event space and digital content house with the capability to professionally live stream any function. YoShow Place is a private meeting and event space serving couples, families, businesses, creators, and event patrons. YoShow has a range of events; from theater-style layouts, private banquets, receptions, performances, executive meetings, Zoom lectures, exhibition space, to metaverse gaming events. The design and layouts include fully immersive sounds and visuals. The space has premium event lighting, vivid large 4k monitors, 4k cameras, custom digital content, and the latest AV technology. The facility serves up to 150ppl depending layout and has 3 breakout rooms (for lounging, food, drinks, games, gifts, etc.) and ample parking.

The Cloisters Castle, located just outside of Baltimore, MD, reflects the beauty and grandeur of medieval Europe! The Cloisters is a historic home designed to look like a European castle, featuring delicately carved wood, exquisitely detailed stained glass, and ornately designed wrought iron, much of which was sourced from European castles. There are multiple indoor and outdoor locations for your ceremony and reception. Several movies have been filmed here, including Cry Baby with Johnny Depp, and Will Smith and Jada Pinkett were married here on New Years' Eve in 1997!

Celebrate your new life together in our sophisticated Georgetown wedding venue in Washington, D.C. With our chicly designed ballroom, intimate gathering areas, and celebrated Blue Duck Tavern restaurant, our hotel offers magnificent spaces with unmatched service that will ensure your wedding is magical and memorable. Our experienced wedding planning team, professional service team, and fashionable West End location are just a few reasons to choose Park Hyatt Washington D.C. to create the day of your dreams. Whether planning an intimate ceremony with family or a large-scale elegant affair in the ballroom, every wedding requires special attention to details and that is exactly what you will get at Park Hyatt Washington D.C.

Events at DAR not only offer beauty amidst history, but the opportunity for creating truly customized events thanks to our venues’ versatility. With your vision, this historic destination can be elevated to the modern age. Our venue is more than just a picturesque backdrop – it’s a flexible canvas awaiting your personal touch. At DAR, we cater to a wide range of events and that same historic “wow factor” that makes our venue perfect for weddings. Our stunning event spaces are flexible enough to adapt to your vision. Ceremony and reception easily accommodated on one site along with complimentary holding rooms to become the wedding you’ve always imagined. Contact our team today to schedule a site visit and see why DAR will leave a lasting impression on your next event. Join us in preserving the past while making history of your own!

Our Georgetown location is perfect for art shows, corporate events, conferences, and intimate weddings. The venue is modern and sleek, as well as authentic and comfortable. The property is located in the heart of Georgetown. It is a picturesque and charming area to explore, with many things to see and do. Our venue captures the magic of Georgetown in a renovated theater! Fathom Gallery Georgetown is a historical wedding and event venue in the Washington, D.C. area. Couples who are looking for a contemporary setting are sure to love the modern and sleek backdrop of this gallery space, complete with an outdoor courtyard. This venue is located in the heart of Georgetown, right underneath the iconic Georgetown neon theater sign. Fathom Gallery offers a choice of both indoor and outdoor spaces for couples to choose from. Those who are looking for a wedding outdoors can enjoy the courtyard, which can accommodate up to 80 guests.

In Washington, D.C.’s historic Georgetown neighborhood, cobblestoned streets are lined with boutiques and restaurants, and runners spend their mornings traveling the path along the tree-shaded Potomac River. While only two miles from the White House, The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, Washington, D.C. offers a pet-friendly alternative to the traditional downtown DC hotel. Create memories to last a lifetime at The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, Washington, D.C. With a range of gorgeously designed, intimate venues, our luxury hotel provides a one-of-a-kind setting for wedding celebrations.

1,400 sq. ft. Ballroom opens to the outside deck. BYOB & Food & Save! Everything else is Included: Tables, chairs, linen, and all glassware, tableware and food service items. Dance floor, Kitchen, refrigerators, two beauty suites, four bathrooms, etc. - all included. Free parking and 3 blocks to the East Falls Church Metro. The Ballroom includes our 15-foot stone top bar, bar sink, full size refrigerator, and restroom. 38 separate, dimmable lights. Three-level deck, stone patio and garden. This is a beautiful private home with lots of space and time to relax and enjoy. One staff member will be available during your event to answer questions.

Above ALX Community is a premier rooftop venue in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, just two blocks off of charming King Street. From the wide wraparound Terrace, you and your guests will enjoy panoramic views of historic Old Town, the Potomac River, and the sights of DC in the distance. The Terrace features a patio covered by a pergola, which can accommodate an intimate seated ceremony or reception. Moving indoors to the Parlor you’ll find sleek marble floors, modern gold finishes, and plush contemporary furniture, perfect for cocktail hour. The Parlor features high ceilings, an outfitted bar, a catering kitchen, elevators, and floor-to-ceiling windows with two access points to the Terrace. Just off the Parlor is the George Washington room, which has a full wall of windows that opens onto the patio, creating a seamless indoor/outdoor feel. This room can be used for a seated indoor ceremony, reception, and/or dancing, and is outfitted with state-of-the-art AV equipment.

The Inn at Osprey Point is a sprawling estate in the charming village of Rock Hall, Maryland. This premier wedding venue and B&B is surrounded by 30 acres of lush landscapes and spectacular water views. It offers a variety of beautiful settings for any wedding day. The colonial-style inn caters to intimate celebrations while a one-of-a-kind waterfront tented reception will charm guests and loved ones. Whatever classic coastal vision couples have for their special day, the Inn at Osprey Point can make dream weddings come true. Please reach out for the full wedding package including food and bar choices that are available. With catering, bar, a full staff, and day-of coordination, your wedding is bound to be stress-free with Osprey Point!

Unique, Glamorous, Convenient, Versatile and Affordable. It has natural light and free parking conveniently located near at Baileys Crossroads, VA with a short drive distance from Alexandria, Arlington & Washington, DC; and access to public transportation. Unique. The ballroom is contemporary, cozy and inviting with two Spacious Smooth Wood Sprung Dance Floors areas and 18 feet high ceilings. It has a reception furnitured lobby area (30ft x 30ft). A wooden sprung dance floor (69ft x 30ft with mirrors, sound system, lighting and A/V system in place, a small kitchen, bathrooms, and an extra 30ft x 30ft small ballroom studio with sprung floors, mirrors and sound system. The ceiling of the building is 18 feet high with ceiling tiles. It have kitchen, bathrooms and a lobby area for receiving your guests. Conveniently Located inside the beltway with easy access to all in the DMV area, the front hall is equipped with great technology in A/V system (screen projector and party lights.

This reclaimed warehouse is a two-minute walk from the Van Dorn Metro station on the Blue line. The rustic and industrial-chic event hall is perfect for film and photo projects, team meetings, corporate events, presentations, parties, and weddings! It features 2,000 square feet of space and can hold up to 200 people. We have a complete sound system and welcome outside food and drink. Reach out today to start planning your dream event.

The Atrium is perfectly nestled within Meadowlark Botanical Gardens and overlooks 95 acres of lush gardens, green hills, and perfectly manicured landscape. Voted as one of the premiere wedding venues in the Greater Washington area, The Atrium can accommodate up to 230 seated guests for a wedding reception and up to 300 standing guests.

Cedar Knoll Restaurant has been proudly serving Fort Hunt, Mount Vernon, and beyond since 1970. Our mission has always been to provide an extraordinary dining experience through the historic, waterfront ambience, attentive service and regional, seasonal cuisine.

Comus Farm is a charming and serene wedding venue located in Dickerson, Maryland. Steeped in history, this farm has been rejuvenated to host modern celebrations filled with stunning backdrops and majestic settings. A family-run farm, these hosts work hard to provide a welcoming environment to every couple that celebrates their love on these relaxing and secluded grounds. Originally built in 1921, the charming, traditional farmhouse is still intact, adding a historic and rustic feel to your special celebration.

The historic Liriodendron mansion, built in 1898, was the summer residence of Dr. Howard A. Kelly, one of the four founding physicians of Johns Hopkins Hospital. Sold to Harford County in the late 1970s, the mansion now operates as a historic, cultural, educational, and recreational facility, managed by the nonprofit Liriodendron Foundation, Inc. A hidden treasure nestled in the woods, edged with flower and boxwood gardens. Celebrate your special day here and create beautiful memories for hosts and guests alike.

The original 1800s bank barn sits on a once 20 acre horse farm. The weathered wood beams tell of its history, and its worn wood adorns the space in a beautifully neutral palette. The century-old barn is rooted to overlook a sea of golden fields in Carroll County, Maryland. The barn, orchard, bridal suite, and groom's quarters provide an effortless setting for weddings and events. The venue's exposed structure and lofty ceilings establish an airy ambiance, while its expansive doors allow for soft, natural light and a seamless transition to the paver terrace and large deck. Facing into beautiful, tree lined sunsets, and pond views, Montagu Meadows is the perfect spot to celebrate any extraordinary event. Named after Montagu Hankin, a WW II veteran.

Situated in Fairfax, Virginia, CrystalView Weddings & Events is an elegant wedding venue welcoming couples to celebrate their special day in style. This team is dedicated to providing couples with a service and space to make their event truly unique and unforgettable. With luxurious event areas and staff that can cater to celebrations large and small, couples can rest assured that theirs will be an enjoyable day filled with love. Wedding-goers will be welcomed into a large foyer, with their attention grabbed by a marvelous grand staircase with a chandelier above. Marble flooring gives an air of true lavishness as guests make their way to the reception area. This space is finished in sophisticated style, boasting opulence at every turn. Floor-to-ceiling mirrors line the walls, beautifully reflecting light from the magnificent lighting fixtures in the room. A warm, neutral color palette makes this an ideal space for celebrations of any theme or color scheme.

Nestled in the midst of one of the nation’s leading agricultural reserves, The Crossvines is bringing new development and excitement to Montgomery County, Maryland with a new restaurant, special events venue, and winery. This picturesque destination intertwines new ventures and hospitality with Maryland’s rich farming history. Visit a place where you can toast to your successes, enjoy a fantastic meal, walk down the aisle, partner with grape gurus, grow your business – and learn along the way. Life is what you make of it. Make it special and meet us at The Crossvines.

Our intimate venue is perfect for weddings between 40-60 people. With a beautiful outdoor patio and pergola and a cozy indoor function suite; it is the perfect location for your guests to celebrate your special occasion and have the convenience of overnight accommodations on site. The venue was completely remodeled in 2020 and the outdoor patio and garden purpose built for special occasions and celebrations. Our flexible space and limited services enables you to work with vendors and caterers you choose to bring your dream wedding to life, with an on-property event supervisor and point of contact throughout the process to ensure your special day is seamless.

Say "I do" in style at our fully rennovated colonial era property The elegant bridal suite upstairs, and the huge mancave downstairs offer plenty of space to prepare for the celebrations that you will never forget. While you are hidden away enjoying time with your crew, your guests will be dazzled as they are escorted to one of the stunning ceremony areas. Either the beautiful formal rose garden or the whimsical laid back woodland area make the perfect backdrop for you to say "I do" in style! Then head over to the downstairs bar in the barn for cocktails and patio games, followed by a reception you will never forget upstairs in the magnificent big red barn. The lovingly restored barn has stayed true to its roots, featuring all the old timbers and charm of days gone by. It can hold up to 200 guests with plenty of room to dance and a patio to enjoy the view of the rolling Maryland countryside or star gaze at the end of a perfect day.

Riverside provides stunning backdrops for any special event. From the all-season, historic barn to the sweeping views of the Potomac River valley and the shady Gallery area there is a space and facility for every kind of occasion.