Your Washington, D.C. event deserves the best, which is why selecting the right bakeries and wedding cakes is so important. From wedding cakes shaped like the White House, to red and blue cupcakes to celebrate a recent graduation from American University, your special occasion dessert can be worthy of display at the Smithsonian. Just find the right Washington, D.C. bakeries to make it happen!

What type of event are you celebrating? For a die-hard Washington Redskins fan, you can't go wrong shopping for burgundy and gold birthday cakes. For a traditional wedding, why not look for wedding cakes to match the bride's gown? Washington, D.C. bakeries are experienced in creating special occasion and wedding cakes to match every event. 

As you're looking for wedding cakes, give some thought to matching your Washington, D.C. location. For example, you might want to serve your wedding cake on a platter surrounded by dogwood blossoms to match your U.S. National Arboretum wedding reception site. Make no mistake; wedding cakes are centerpieces and all eyes will be upon yours at your reception. Look for bakeries who can help you create a work of edible art.

As you visit bakeries around the Washington, D.C. area, make a list of the factors that are important to you. Do you need specific ingredients? Do you need to serve a large number of people? Is budget a concern? After you've decided upon your top bakery choices, it's time to make tasting appointments. Consultations and tastings are usually free, but check with bakeries ahead of time to make an appointment. Bring your wedding planner or your fiancé along to the tasting if you don’t want to make the decision alone.

Look for the right bakeries to create birthday and wedding cakes for you. Just browse the Washington, D.C. listings below!