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Plan your next event with HQO
Make your next event a unique one at the new DC Water headquarters, HQO, in Navy Yard. Each of our event spaces offer stunning views of the Anacostia River.
Constructed with undulating glass, this LEED Platinum + certified building sits on the edge of the river. A 360-degree view awaits you when you reach our rooftop.

OUR LOCATION
NAVY YARD
HQO is located right on the Anacostia River in Navy Yard and across the street from Nationals Park in Southeast DC.
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HQO EVENT SPACES
HQO is a blank slate on which to design your perfect event. We have two outdoor ceremony options including a rooftop perfect for private ceremonies. Our first floor patio can be used for cocktail hour after the ceremony.
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TESTIMONIALS
Aaron Cartier
March 13, 2023
We had an absolute pleasure hosting an event at HQO last week. We brought clients, for site tours, around DC in February and needless to say they fell in love this this venue. HQO's sleek design and amazing location offers many options for events.
The site staff was extremely responsive and amazing to work with. Lovesha is amazing. From the start, she set us up to be successful which helped us create a flawless event.
Cecil Cupid (C Spot Media)
March 10, 2023
I had the pleasure of working with the staff of HQO to help execute video production for a large corporate event. The staff was extremely friendly, accommodating and very responsive in communicating which was a huge help in making this event a success. This is a beautiful and clean event space and I look forward to the possibility of providing service for another event.
Jocelyn Carter
October 30, 2022
Had Halloween @Navy Yard. It was a great place and party.
K
July 1, 2022
How do you saying "amazing" in two words? BLUE DROP! College Bound had planned our 30th Anniversary Celebration for last fall. Of course, Covid had other plans so we scaled back and did a much smaller event. We promised the College Bound family that we would have a celebration in the spring and worked feverishly to find the perfect venue. BLUE DROP was definitely the answer. The events manager, Love (PERFECT NAME), was a joy to work with at every step of the way. The team on the day of the event were perhaps the most professional and efficient group imaginable. They clearly love their job and made sure that the event was a huge success. Of course, the views are EVERYTHING!
Megan Garmers
April 10, 2022
Just cannot say enough great things about the location and team at HQO Events! We originally were having a wedding industry event in 2020 but had to postpone because of the pandemic. Lovesha, Fran and the team helped us plan, reschedule, and plan again to make sure all went off without a hitch.
The whole team from the security to the facilities staff were top-notch and so helpful even when we had to rework some things because of the rain.
The view is gorgeous (even in the rain!) and the space felt open yet had smaller areas to create different types of vignettes. The location cannot be beat with tons of restaurants, the view of the water, and a calming atmosphere to lend itself to feeling out of the city yet in it.
I really cannot recommend this venue enough!
Edward Daniels
November 5, 2021
This past Halloween was my second time booking the HQO space for my company's event. The space is amazing. The guests absolutely loved it.
Lovesha was great to work with in confirming all of the details and logistics that I needed. The security team and Anthony were amazing in getting my vendors in and being accessible throughout the evening!
I would highly recommend any of the unique spaces at this unique venue for your next event. I can't wait to book again!
Elizabeth DeBarros
October 19, 2021
We held an outdoor rooftop reception at DC Water in September 2021. The night was BEAUTIFUL and our 200 guests enjoyed it so much as we managed the Covid public health restrictions. From start to finish, the team at BlueDrop delivered top quality service. The software they use to book a meeting; the images and 360 degree view of their space; the professionalism of their staff- all work together to execute the best possible event for their customers. I can't say enough about them and their ability to manage their beautiful spaces. They even let you book indoors if you choose the rooftop in the event of inclement weather. That helps with planning and gives certainty.
Preferred Vendors​
- CATERERS
- DJs
- FURNITURE RENTALS
- HOTELS
- EVENT PRODUCTION & LIGHTING

Make your next event a unique one at the new DC Water headquarters, HQO, in Navy Yard. Each of our event spaces offer stunning views of the Anacostia River.
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