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The Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park is a historic 1933 venue in a Mediterranean Art Deco style that's listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Located just outside Washington, DC, this grand space hosts year-round social dances, private events, and community performances in a setting that blends period architecture with modern event needs. Whether you’re planning a formal seated dinner or a lively dance night, this venue offers a memorable atmosphere and flexible space to suit a variety of events.

Capacity and layout details: seated dinner options typically accommodate 300–400 guests, up to 450 for a seated dinner with full service. Standing and cocktail-style events can reach around 600, and with dancing the space supports up to 870 attendees. The floorplan allows for adaptable configurations to match your program while preserving the venue’s historic charm.

We’ve got you covered with practical information on parking, transit, and nearby hotel and dining options to help you plan a seamless visit to Glen Echo Park.

Getting to the Spanish Ballroom is straightforward with ample parking across the park. The main parking lot sits at 5801 Oxford Road; the upper MacArthur Blvd lot is permit-only. For public transit, take the Metro Red Line to Friendship Heights and then hop Ride-On bus route 29 to the park. If you’re staying in the area, consider nearby hotels like Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Bethesda Chevy Chase, and Hyatt Regency Bethesda for convenient stays near the Capital Region’s cultural attractions. For dining and amenities, we’ve highlighted affiliate-friendly options nearby to make planning easy.

Nearby hotels and dining (affiliate links available):

  • Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda Downtown — 7301 Waverly St, Bethesda, MD 20814. A comfortable, well-situated option just a short drive or ride from Glen Echo Park. Website • Facebook
  • Courtyard by Marriott Bethesda Chevy Chase — 5520 Wisconsin Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815. Modern suites, easy access to DC and Glen Echo. Website • Instagram
  • Hyatt Regency Bethesda — One Bethesda Metro Center, 7400 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814. Upscale option with convenient transit connections. Website • Facebook

For performers and event teams, the Spanish Ballroom remains a staple in the region’s arts and dance communities, offering a historic stage and a versatile event footprint. If you’re exploring a night of social dancing or a formal reception in a landmark setting, secure your seats with us—we’ve got you covered.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD 20812.
  • Venue type: Historic 1933 Spanish Ballroom within Glen Echo Park; Mediterranean Art Deco design; listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
  • Capacity: Seated up to 450 (dinner); standing up to 870; some sources cite total capacity around 840.
  • Seating chart/dloorplan notes: Seated dinner options typically 300–400; without dancing 450; standing/cocktail around 600; with dancing up to 870.
  • Parking: Main parking lot across 5801 Oxford Road; upper MacArthur Blvd lot is permit-only.
  • Transit: Metro Red Line to Friendship Heights, then Ride-On bus route 29 to the park.
  • Nearby hotels: Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda Downtown (7301 Waverly St, Bethesda, MD 20814); Courtyard by Marriott Bethesda Chevy Chase (5520 Wisconsin Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815); Hyatt Regency Bethesda (One Bethesda Metro Center, 7400 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814).
  • Notable events: The ballroom hosts year-round social dances and private events; Washington Revels used the space for the 2021 Christmas Revels.
  • Demolished/renamed: No; the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park remains standing and retains the same name.