A Space for Everyone
At the Waller Creek Boathouse, we've delivered turnkey events for everything from corporate seminars to evening socials. No matter what your needs are, Waller Creek Boathouse has flexible options to create a memorable experience for attendees.
The upper level of the Boathouse offers 1,900 square feet of both indoor and outdoor rental space. The lower, lake level, offers a spacious 2,700 square feet of outdoor space which includes the flagstone patio and Congress lawn. There are indoor and outdoor restrooms are available, and the building is wheelchair accessible. |
General Information
The upper level of the facility is available daily. The lower, lake level, of the facility is available Friday through Sunday after 2 p.m.
- Facility buyouts are available and will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis.
- Pricing is determined by the day of the week and the total hours required for the event, including both setup and breakdown.
- Non-profit organizations are eligible for special rates.
- All events must have an on-site event coordinator for the entire rental period to manage logistics, collaborate on design details with the client, and serve as the point of contact for vendors.
- Events require hired security, with two guards needed for gatherings of 100+ attendees. Overnight security may be necessary for outdoor setups.
- An Austin Rowing Club representative will be on-site for the duration of the event for facility support.
- Audio visual equipment, event furniture and tent rentals will need to be outsourced as they are not provided with a facility rental.
- Outdoor music and amplified sound equipment may operate between 10:00AM and 10:00PM. Additional time can be added if approved by City Of Austin.
Reservations & Bookings

If the event date is available, we’ll place a soft hold while we discuss the details and prepare a contract. A 50% down payment and a signed agreement are required to reserve the date and space. For events booked within 30 days of the event date, full payment is due along with the signed contract.
To inquire about event rental space and to set up a site visit, please email [email protected].
Please note all rentals are subject to availability which may change upon Boathouse vendor programming.
To inquire about event rental space and to set up a site visit, please email [email protected].
Please note all rentals are subject to availability which may change upon Boathouse vendor programming.
Full and Partial Buyouts

Buyouts are ideal for events with 100 to 400 attendees or those looking for exclusivity of the facility. There is the possibility to host groups with up to 600 attendees although the style of event you are looking to do will determine whether or not it is possible.
Full and partial buyouts are available year round and during all premium events in the Austin area. Premium events include but are not limited to: SXSW, X-Games, Formula 1, ACL, and Republic of Texas Biker Rally.
Full and partial buyouts are available year round and during all premium events in the Austin area. Premium events include but are not limited to: SXSW, X-Games, Formula 1, ACL, and Republic of Texas Biker Rally.
Boathouse Vendors

Since our facility was built to be a true community center, it houses additional vendor partners to join Austin Rowing Club in widening the appeal to the Austin community.
Boathouse partners would continue with normal business operations unless specifically bought out for their time and space. The cost for those closures will vary upon partners and the timing of event. There is the option to include partners into your facility rental as an added experience.
Boathouse partners would continue with normal business operations unless specifically bought out for their time and space. The cost for those closures will vary upon partners and the timing of event. There is the option to include partners into your facility rental as an added experience.
Tent Policy

Premiere Events is the preferred vendor for Waller Creek Boathouse
- Tents positioned on the upstairs deck cannot exceed 600 sq. ft.
- Tents on the upstairs deck cannot have any sides.
- Tents must be secured with water barrels and the water barrels must be filled prior to arriving on-site.
- No staking of tents is allowed on the premises.
- Tents should be adequately roped, braced and anchored to withstand the elements of weather and prevent collapse.
- Tents that exceed 700 sq.ft. must have exits signs. Exit signs shall be installed at each "door" to direct public to the exit when the tent serves more than 50 people.
- Tents and all sidewalls and combustible materials must have a certificate showing that they meet the performance criteria of NFPA 701.
- No open flame devices or other heating or cooking devices are allowed in the tent.