A Space for Everyone
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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. |
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General Information
- Upstairs Rental Space (Lakeview Room with adjoining terrace and front lobby space).
- Downstairs Rental Space (Areas within blue and green boundary lines).
- Facility buyouts are available and will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis.
- Pricing is based on the day of the week and the number of hours the facility is needed; for the event and the set-up & breakdown.
- For current rates and space availability contact our events team at events@austinrowing.org.
- Non-profit organizations are eligible for special rates.
- All events are required to have an event coordinator. The coordinator is required to be on-site for the entire rental period; managing event related logistics, design details with client and to serve as the contact person for all event related vendors.
- All events are required to hire security for the duration of the contracted rental period. For events with 100 or more attendees, a minimum of two (2) security guards are required. Overnight security staff may be necessary for the outdoor upper and lower levels of the facility given onsite decoration and event set up.
- 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
Reservations must be made no less than 60 days in advance of the event date. If the event date is available, we will offer a soft hold while details are discussed and a contract is generated. A 50% down payment along with the signed agreement, is required to reserve the date and space. The down payment is nonrefundable if canceled within 180 days of the event date. All balances must be paid to Austin Rowing Club 30 days in advance of the event.
To inquire about event rental space and to set up a site visit please leave a voicemail at 512-831-4922 Ext. 2 or email events@austinrowing.org.
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 leave a voicemail at 512-831-4922 Ext. 2 or email events@austinrowing.org.
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.
Buyouts do not include the Alta’s Café interior or outdoor space. Should you wish to reserve the Café rental space, please inquire with Alta's events team for a specific quote.
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.
Buyouts do not include the Alta’s Café interior or outdoor space. Should you wish to reserve the Café rental space, please inquire with Alta's events team for a specific quote.
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.