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Groups & Events at Canal House

Plans Come Together Here

Bring a team, host a toast, or claim a weekend with friends. Canal House offers easy room blocks and a handful of spaces that feel like Georgetown, not a ballroom. Share a few details, and we’ll help you land the right setup.

WAYS TO GATHER

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Social Gatherings

Shared plates and an easy flow for birthdays and weekend plans. Ideal when you want a reserved corner, not a full buyout.

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Receptions

Toasts and conversation with cocktail service and flexible seating. A strong fit for small to mid-size groups, depending on layout.

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Happy Hours

Cocktails and small plates with room to mingle. Built for work drinks, alumni meetups, and the before-dinner part of the night.

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Social Gatherings

Shared plates and an easy flow for birthdays and weekend plans. Ideal when you want a reserved corner, not a full buyout.

START PLANNING

Receptions

Toasts and conversation with cocktail service and flexible seating. A strong fit for small to mid-size groups, depending on layout.

START PLANNING

Happy Hours

Cocktails and small plates with room to mingle. Built for work drinks, alumni meetups, and the before-dinner part of the night.

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VENUES

Library

A quieter room lined with books and warm wood, ideal for seated dinners, intimate receptions, and conversation-forward gatherings.

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Outdoor Patio

An open-air courtyard with soft light and lounge seating that makes mingling feel easy. Best for casual toasts, pre-dinner drinks, and evenings when the firepit is on.

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C+O Lounge Takeover

When you want the energy of C+O to feel like it’s yours. Built for cocktail-style flow, shared plates, and groups that want a more social setting.

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Townhome

A more residential option with natural privacy and room to settle in. Ideal for small groups who want to gather, host, and stay together comfortably.

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Group Room Blocks

Room blocks keep coordination straightforward and the stay comfortable for teams, family groups, and international arrivals. Share your dates and estimated room count, and we’ll follow up with options.

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