Dawn on the Chesapeake

48725 Spring Ridge Rd, Lexington Park, MD 20653· St. Mary's County· Waterfront / Cruise

Official venue page

Hosts: Wedding, reception, private celebration

What Habesha families ask first

Outside food or caterer

Outside caterer, with conditions

“You’re welcome to hire any licensed and insured caterer.” venue page

Alcohol

Alcohol, with conditions

“Yes, alcohol is permitted. It must be served by a: Training for Intervention Procedures (TAM) or Techniques of Alcohol (TIP) certified and liability insured bartender” venue page

The details

Guests: Up to 150 guests
Rental price: $5,000 to $8,500; “2027 Wedding Pricing Up to 50 Guests $5,000” venue page
Parking: On-premises parking with attendants; close-in area for those needing mobility assistance; “Parking on premises for guests, with parking attendants to assist your guests” venue page
Outdoor space: Yes; “Dawn On the Chesapeake is an exquisite outdoor venue designed for elegant events.” venue page
Accessibility: Not published by the venue. Ask them.
Sound and A/V: Not published by the venue. Ask them.

Amenities

Ceremony and reception tables and chairs
ivory linens
white arbor
garden benches
fire pit
Wi-Fi

Checked against the venue's official page on November 2, 2026. Venues change prices and rules, so confirm with them before you book. Source: dawnonthechesapeake.com.

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Dawn on the Chesapeake

What Habesha families ask first

The details

Amenities

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