Reunion Resources

Area Hotels

Potential Reunion Venues

Hotels with On‑Site Event Space / Private Dining(useful for receptions, mixer nights, class dinners, or hospitality suites)

Standalone Event Venues(ballrooms, theatres, historic properties—great for full‑class events or multi‑hour programs)

Restaurants with Private Dining / Large‑Party Options(perfect for welcome mixers, class‑year dinners, or small‑group meetups)

Parks & Outdoor Spaces (family‑friendly, day events – some locations may require permits)

  • Montgomery County Parks – Park Activity Buildings (including Candy Cane Park, Norwood, Cabin John, Woodacres, Meadowbrook etc.) – many of which have reservable indoor buildings with kitchens, and adjacent outdoor areas
    Countywide; info & bookings: (301) 495‑2525 · https://montgomeryparks.org/park-activity-buildings

  • Glen Echo Park – historic arts campus; ballroom, picnic areas, carousel
    7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD 20812 · (301) 634‑2222 · https://glenechopark.org

  • Brookside Gardens (Wheaton Regional Park) – scenic walking gardens; indoor conservatories
    1800 Glenallan Ave, Wheaton, MD 20902 · (301) 962‑1400 · https://www.brooksidegardens.org

Welcome! There’s something special about coming back together—reconnecting, reminiscing, and celebrating the shared experiences that make our community so meaningful.

To help make planning easy and enjoyable, this page brings together a variety of hotels, restaurants, bars, and event spaces across the Bethesda–Chevy Chase area. Whether you’re organizing a casual meetup, a group dinner, or a larger celebration, you’ll find plenty of options to get started.

We know there are countless great spots in the area, and we’d love your input. If you have favorite venues, hidden gems, or group-friendly locations to recommend, please share them—your suggestions help make this resource even better for everyone.

Planning Pointers

1. Get some GOOD people to help you.

2. Keep the reunion plan small and simple to start off with.

3. Create a database of your class which includes correct email addresses.

4. Utilize the Classreport.org website.

5. Get a "save the date" email out as soon as possible. You can send details later.

6. You can not please everybody, so make the best decisions you can and live with them.

7. Have FUN.

-B-CC Class of 1976