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With its reputation for warm hospitality and beautiful surroundings - who wouldn't want to have a wonderful wedding in the Maryland-Washington DC area?

Whether it's formal or casual, indoor or outdoor, Maryland has everything you need to make your wedding one to remember.

From Baltimore to Annapolis to Silver Spring and DC, and indeed throughout the Maryland, you'll find some of America's top choices in traditional hotel and reception sites, ballrooms and banquet halls.

However, also keep in mind unusual Maryland reception venues like historic manors, country clubs, museums, art galleries, parks and gardens, and even boat cruises. While traditional venues like hotel ballrooms have staff with the most experience in pulling off a fancy wedding reception "package", the extra effort in finding a venue that reflects your unique style may be well worth it.

When working with museums or other unusual locations that offer wedding reception space, be prepared to work with an event coordinator who has experience in connecting you with trusted outside vendors. These might include everything from caterers to local DJs or limo services, or even the expert advice of a wedding planner on staff. If this is the case, don't be afraid to express what you want, but then sit back and let them guide you to the wedding reception of your dreams!

Top places for wedding receptions in Maryland include (from left): 1840's Plaza in Baltimore; Pier 5 Hotel, Baltimore; Brittland Estates in Chestertown; Chesapeake Beach Resort & Spa, Chesapeake Beach; and Loew's Hotel in Annapolis

Just up ahead, discover where to host the perfect wedding reception in Maryland and the Washington DC area with our guide to finding both unique and traditional reception venues throughout the state:

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More information about Maryland wedding receptions around the Web:

Event Planning in Maryland (MD) - Eventective guide to reception venues in Baltimore, Annapolis, Silver Spring, Frederick, Columbia and throughout MD including photos and contact details, plus more on where to find photographers, videographers, limo hire, caterers and other local wedding services and vendors.

Maryland Wedding Venues - A complete guide to top hotels, ballrooms and reception halls, indoor and outdoor venues, including photos and information on guest capacity and related resources.

The Baltimore Wedding Guide - Information on top restaurants, hotel ballrooms, country clubs, museums, mansions, and other other historic locations throughout Maryland, in Baltimore, and in Washington DC.

Hotel Ballrooms: Wedding Locations in Washington, DC - Trip Savvy guide to major hotel wedding reception venues with related information, contact details and facts on guest capacity.