Civic Center
7008 South Rice Ave.
Bellaire, TX 77401
Overview
The Civic Center is located inside the Bellaire City Hall building. This space is ideal for large gatherings, banquets, meetings, ceremonies, and more. The room features retractable walls, which allow for the option to create an auditorium space and two meeting rooms. Rectangular tables (6-ft.) and chairs are included with rental; all other tables or chairs must be rented from an outside vendor and must be delivered/picked up within the rental timeframe.
Audio-Visual Features: Projector, speaker system, microphones, two 65" TVs with HDMI and USB connection.
Whole ComplexEnjoy the use of the entire room (including both meeting rooms) with or without divider walls, stage, and kitchen.The Whole Complex includes:
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AuditoriumThe auditorium is a spacious area that is perfect for seminars and forums. The auditorium is a section of the whole complex that is created by using the retractable walls in the space.The Auditorium includes:
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Meeting Room (Kitchen Optional)The meeting room is an ideal choice for a business-oriented occasion. The Civic Center has retractable walls that can be used to create two meeting room spaces.Each meeting room features:
Capacity: approx. 20 people per meeting room |
Rental Fees
A minimum of three (3) hours is required for all indoor facility rentals. Rental time must include set-up, clean-up, and any equipment drop-off/pickup.
| Room | Resident/Non-Profit | Non-Resident | Security Deposit* |
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| Meeting Room | $68/hour | $88/hour | $541-Resident/Non-Profit $806 -Non-Resident |
| Meeting Room w/ Kitchen | $99/hour | $120/hour | $541-Resident/Non-Profit $806 -Non-Resident |
| Auditorium | $182/hour | $322/hour | $541-Resident/Non-Profit $806 -Non-Resident |
| Whole Complex | $260/hour | $437/hour | $541-Resident/Non-Profit $806 -Non-Resident |
*Security deposits are refundable if no damages or penalties are incurred. Security deposits are not applied toward the rental fee.
Reservations
Rental requests must be submitted a minimum of one (1) month in advance but no more than twelve (12) months prior to the reservation date requested. All facility reservations have a minimum 3-hour reservation requirement.
Facilities can be reserved for the following days/times, subject to staffing and room availability: Weekdays (Sun-Thurs) from 7:00 am-10:00 pm and Weekends (Fri-Sat) from 7:00am-midnight. Facilities may not be reserved on holidays or holiday weekends.
To reserve the Civic Center, submit an online rental request form*
*Note: this form does not confirm your reservation. You will be contacted by email to confirm availability and receive instructions for securing the rental.
Deposit
Deposit and signed permit application are required to make a reservation. Total fee must be paid in full by cash, check, or credit card two weeks before rental.
Special Events
A special event permit may be required if the rental meets one or more of the following criteria:
- Open to the public
- Has 50 or more people in attendance
- Has alcohol
Additional permits, security, or documentation may be required at the renter’s expense to issue a special event permit.
Alcohol
Serving alcohol during a rental requires the following:
- Alcoholic Beverage Permit issued by the City of Bellaire
- Special Event Permit issued by the City of Bellaire
- Special event insurance with The City of Bellaire listed as additionally insured.
- Approved security for the event
For details, contact Bellaire Parks, Recreation & Facilities.
Non-Profits & Organizations
Rental rates are discounted for non-profits and organizations in Bellaire. Groups must have 501(c)(3) status and a two-thirds majority of Bellaire Residents. Please contact the Bellaire Parks and Recreation for more information.
Tables and Chairs
Tables and chairs are included in the rental price, subject to availability in the specific room. All other tables and chairs must be rented through an outside vendor, not the City of Bellaire.
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Parks, Recreation, and Facilities
Physical Address
7008 Fifth Street
Bellaire, TX 77401
Phone: 713-662-8280