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 and to SXSW experiences. 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 terrace and Congress lawn. There are indoor and outdoor restrooms are available, and the building is wheelchair accessible. |
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General Information
- The upstairs level of the facility is available Monday through Sunday with a minimum rental time of 6 hours.
- The downstairs lake level of the facility is available Friday through Sunday after 2 p.m. and has a minimum rental time of 8 hours.
- Facility buyouts are negotiated on a case-by-case basis.
- Venue rentals are subject to availability and may change upon Boathouse vendor programming.
- Boathouse Diagrams:
Downstairs Rental Space (includes space within blue boundary line).
- Pricing is based on the number of hours the facility is needed, which includes the set-up, event, and breakdown times.
- A venue rental security deposit is required and will be refunded within a timely manner after the event is concluded.
- For current rates and space availability contact our events team at events@austinrowing.org
- Approved non-profit organizations are eligible for special rates and must provide a valid tax ID indicating their 501(c)(3) status.
- Accepted forms of payment include check, money order, Visa, and MasterCard.
- Waller Creek Boathouse event personnel are on site for the duration of the event.
- Audio visual equipment and furniture rentals are not included in your venue rental. Boathouse staff can make arrangements at clients request.
- Events having outside music playing past 10:00 p.m. are subject to obtaining a City Of Austin sound permit.
Buyouts
Facility buyouts are negotiated on a case-by-case basis and can be customized to your needs. Buyouts are available during all premium event times in the Austin area. Premium events include but are not limited to: SXSW, X-Games, Formula 1, ACL, and Republic of Texas Biker Rally. Reservations must be made no less than 30 days in advance of the event date.
Waller Creek Boathouse buyouts do not automatically 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 reservations must be made no less than 30 days in advance of the event date.
Waller Creek Boathouse buyouts do not automatically 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 reservations must be made no less than 30 days in advance of the event date.
Reservations & Bookings
Reservations must be made no less than 30 days in advance of event date. A signed facility rental agreement and the down payment of one-half of agreement total is required to secure dates and space. The remaining balance amount is due 30 days prior to the event date. Please note all rentals are subject to availability and may change upon Boathouse vendor programming.
To inquire about event rental and to set up a site visit please leave a voicemail at 512-831-4922 Ext. 2 or email events@austinrowing.org.
To inquire about event rental and to set up a site visit please leave a voicemail at 512-831-4922 Ext. 2 or email events@austinrowing.org.
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 exceeding 700 sq.ft. that has sides 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.
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.
Our partners would continue to operate during their normal business hours unless prior arrangements have been made between appropriate vendor partners and the client.
Our partners would continue to operate during their normal business hours unless prior arrangements have been made between appropriate vendor partners and the client.