I recently attended to a 90s themed birthday party at Venue 112. Before the party invite, I was…read moreunaware of this hidden gem. It sits off the street with minimal lighting at the entrance so I initially drove past it. Once inside, I was really impressed with how the organizers transformed the space. It's really flexible & perfect for small to medium sized events. It's literally a blank slate awaiting your creative vision. You can comfortably seat roughly 100 guests. Free parking is available onsite and there are a couple outdoor areas available for ceremonies as well. Finally, the cost is reasonable. If you can host your event Monday - Thursday, there's even more cost savings. Staff members are available to help and man the bar. Check them out!

Loved this location and the people who run it! Highly recommend for events and receptions. Clean…read moreand attractive facility in a rural setting but close and convenient to downtown upper Marlboro. Reasonable prices. Friendly and professional.

This clubhouse is a bright, clean space with a large kitchen. It was perfect for our club meeting…read more The manager responded quickly to our last minute request for renting the clubhouse and made the application process so easy. Instructions for using the facility were comprehensive. The experience was flawless for our group. I would highly recommend renting this facility.

Great place to have an event. Clean space with a full kitchen. Nice staff, simple reservation…read moreprocess.

We attended a wedding at this venue last year. We live in a nearby community and so it was great to…read morehave the opportunity to see the venue inside and be able to consider it for anything we might need in the future. It's very quaint and has a lot of charm. There is plenty of room for a good amount of guests and can easily be configured to accommodate a dance floor. I would definitely take this venue into consideration if you have something like a wedding or a party that you are planning!

Great value for our wedding on a budget and Annie was great. The only thing is make down you bug…read morespray the kitchen before you use it ants are bad and I had to tidy up bathrooms.

I have visited this location a few times to play Bingo on Tuesday nights. The building is…read moredefinitely old but the staff does their best to keep it clean and well maintained. I never had any issues while visiting and it is a huge space to hold events.

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I came on board as the event planner for a H.S. graduation party after this venue had already been…read morebooked. If I had been involved from the beginning, I would not have chosen Claret Hall. While we were able to pull off a beautiful event, it was in spite of the venue -- not because of it. Dated Look & Layout Challenges Claret Hall's interior leans towards modest and practical. The mirrored walls in the main hall add a dated look, along with the wood floors, and a layout that's more "community center". Despite this, the staff carries themselves as if this is some grand, modern ballroom with marble floors and crystal chandeliers. Let's be clear -- it's not. The lobby has several design limitations: a brown beat up leather sofa that can't be removed because they "have nowhere to store it," and a built-in desk with a counter that takes up valuable space. There's a fireplace in the lobby with exit doors on both sides, and nothing is allowed near or in front of them (something we were reminded of multiple times), including while inflating balloons. If you're hoping to create a dramatic or welcoming entry moment, prepare to work around all of this. The catering/banquet room also had scuffed walls in clear need of a paint refresh. The main event room layout wasn't very functional either, because my design included a large balloon display and DJ booth, I had to carefully measure and adjust to avoid blocking yet another fire exit door. Inflexible Rules & Overbearing Oversight We had planned a mocktail bar setup for the grad on the outdoor patio. However, we were later told that we'd have to go through an entirely separate entity (and pay additional fees) just to use the patio for a "bar" that was NON-ALCOHOLIC, because it's technically not owned by Claret Hall. We ended up relocating the mocktail bar indoors. Additionally, we were told that we could not use any of their high top 32" round tables on the patio. During one of the walkthroughs, their staff member with the British accent, Ms. Eudene, used a very no nonsense tone, was borderline rude and not collaborative. The morning after our final walk-through, I called to ask for the fireplace measurements I had forgotten to take. The woman on the phone said a church event was happening and someone would have to call me back the next day. When I asked, "Isn't there a yellow measuring tape right there on the desk?" she paused, begrudgingly put me on hold, and minutes later returned with the measurements--but with an annoyed tone. It was unnecessarily difficult and honestly, lazy. If you're sitting right there, how does a church service stop you from walking four feet to measure a fireplace? She wasn't involved in the service! On the event day, all my vendors and helpers arrived on time! Granted, we were 30 minutes early, but the building was completely empty -- no church service or event in progress as we had been told there would be. Still, the staffer on duty would not let anyone in even 15 minutes early, citing liability and the contract terms. While I understand the policy, it was frustrating in the moment, especially with no one else in the building, balloon vendors outside with balloons, furniture vendors standing outside waiting, and a tight setup schedule. To top it off, as we were packing up at the end of the night; already actively cleaning and breaking down, the same staffer came over to me with a printed checklist, pointing out everything that needed to be done. I was beyond annoyed. Not exactly the energy you want at the end of a very long day. Final Thoughts Claret Hall is fine for modest events with low design needs. It is not ideal for creative designers who need a blank slate, creative freedom, or flexibility. Be prepared to design around fire exits, some immovable furniture, and strict staff oversight. It is also worth noting that a church regularly holds its services at Claret Hall, which can impact availability. I wouldn't personally book it again.

Last month, I went to a Claret Hall project occasion. The region has easy services, a stable AV…read moresetup, and plenty of space. Parking became scarce, but the body of workers become pleasant. Excellent surroundings for business conferences, however the air conditioner had hassle at some point of busy instances. All in all, a very good choice for activities; simply get there early to guarantee parking.

I had such an amazing time here last night for Movie Night. They showed a special presentation of…read moreThe Wiz in honor of Juneteenth. This hall is conveniently located within walking distance from the historic Savage Mills. I love that this hall is used for great events that your family, friends and even pets can enjoy. All ages, ethnicities and cultures gather here for a great time for festivals, food trucks, movie nights and even Christmas Tree lightings. Bring the family and enjoy!

It was my first time inside. It's very nice inside. I went to Juneteenth Event. The event was nice.read more

We rented the meeting room from Annapolis Friends, and they were absolutely wonderful! The…read morevolunteers were welcoming and helpful. We were so pleased to have used their facility.

Food was delicious, atmosphere was pleasant, if a bit loud, and the service was truly exceptional!!…read moreBetween our server, Josh, and floor manager, Patty, we were very well taken care of!! Be sure to try Josh's blueberry lemonade!

Excellent service and food was great! Our waiter was friendly and knowledgeable. It was a…read morefantastic experience.