Top Texas Cocktail Party Venues

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Brownstone Reserve is a family-operated event venue in Bryan, Texas, located about 15 miles from Kyle Field. Established in 2016, the Aggie-owned venue is run by a team with more than 20 years of event planning experience. The venue offers both indoor and outdoor spaces, giving couples and event hosts the flexibility to choose their preferred setting for ceremonies, receptions, weddings, and corporate events. Brownstone Reserve emphasizes a customizable approach, allowing clients to bring in their own vendors and shape the celebration around their vision, priorities, and budget. Spanish-speaking staff are available to assist clients throughout planning. Free venue tours are available by appointment, Monday through Friday.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

The Kell House Museum is a 1909 neoclassical home built by Frank Kell, one of the founding businessmen of Wichita Falls, Texas, on a hillside overlooking the developing town. Designed by the architectural firm Jones and Orlopp, the residence is distinguished by its white columns, white railings, and red brick walls. Kell and his wife, Lula Kemp Kell, raised seven children in the home, and their daughter Willie May lived there until 1980, when the Wichita County Heritage Society acquired and restored the property. Today the Wichita County Heritage Society operates the Kell House Museum as a historic house museum and event venue in downtown Wichita Falls, showcasing original family furnishings, textiles, decorative arts, and historic costumes alongside its architecture. The venue hosts private events, weddings, and photo shoots, with staff coordinators assisting with planning while maintaining the preservation standards required for use of the historic building.

• Spaces for 400 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm

Caddo Creek Venue, in Greenville, Texas, is a wedding venue that combines pastoral appeal with a modern, industrial design. It provides a beautiful environment for love and commitment festivities and may simply be altered to fit a specific wedding idea. The staff here enjoys greeting couples who want to hold their wedding receptions against this exquisite and photogenic backdrop. Caddo Creek Venue is spread out over 14 acres of land. The 12,800-square-foot indoor venue is climate-controlled for the pleasure of the happy couple and their guests. Up to 400 guests might gather here to commemorate the couple's special occasion. There are additional dressing facilities, a food space, and a lounge and bar area that can be accessed from both within and outside the arena. There are roads, walkways, and areas to sit and mix outside. For the convenience of the couple's friends and family, parking is also accessible. Couples can rent both the inside and exterior spaces, as well as food and bartending equipment, at Caddo Creek Venue. Tables and chairs, as well as other event rentals, are available. The venue's personnel takes care of the preparations so that the couple may concentrate on the excitement of their upcoming walk down the aisle. Lighting, sound, and WiFi are among the technological features available. Outside sellers are welcome as long as they are properly insured, certified, or licensed. Off I30, on the boundary of Greenville and Caddo Creek, is where the venue is located. With museums, parks, and other areas of interest throughout the city of Greenville, there is enough to see and do. Guests coming from out of town can stay in one of the many hotels available. Furthermore, the location is only about an hour's drive from Dallas, a bustling metropolis with plenty of activities and attractions. Organizing travel logistics is simple because the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is also located in the city center.

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm

Still Waters Ranch is located in Alvin, Texas, and is situated on 16 acres of gorgeous farmland. Halls Bayou and a private 1 acre lake are both located on the property. There is a rustic outdoor wedding chapel as well as an outdoor gaming area for visitors to enjoy themselves. The facility itself is decorated in a rustic style and can accommodate up to 300 people. Overall, this serene environment is certain to provide you and your guests with the ideal setting for your event or special wedding day. Still Waters Ranch is a 15,000-square-foot venue capable of holding events for groups of 50 to 300 people. The covered outdoor wedding chapel with rustic chairs provides a particular area for couples to exchange vows regardless of whether it is raining or storming outside. In addition to two furnished lobby rooms, SWR offers a spacious indoor reception space. Guests can choose from a variety of beverages at the coffee bar and the alcohol bar areas. The spacious bridal suite, which is located upstairs, includes a private dressing room, bathtub, as well as hair and cosmetics counters. This accommodation includes a large flat-screen television, comfortable seating, a separate bathroom and dressing space, as well as quick access to all of the outside amenities offered by SWR. The groom's suite is located on the first floor of the main house. Outdoor attractions include a grass courtyard with games such as corn hole, giant Jenga, and horseshoes, as well as a barbecue grill. A covered wraparound porch is the perfect place for guests to relax and enjoy the celebrations. The lake and pier, as well as the bayou, provide excellent photographic opportunity. Cross-Back Chairs and distinctive Farmhouse Tables, as well as circular tables, are available for guests to utilize.

• Spaces for 40-200 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 3 Outdoor Spaces

WU Chow brings authentic, farm-fresh, modern Chinese food to Downtown Austin's IBC Bank Plaza, with recipes inspired by Chef Ji Peng Chen, a master of Sichuan and Cantonese cooking with more than 40 years of experience in New York City's Chinatown and Queens. The menu spans all eight regional styles of Chinese cuisine — Anhui, Cantonese, Fujian, Hunan, Jiangsu, Shandong, Szechuan, and Zhejiang — built from ingredients sourced from local farms, ranches, and markets, alongside a Sunday dim sum service. The dining room's eclectic decor, with dark finishes and pops of color, pairs with a full bar known for tiki cocktails like the Texan's Take On Tiki, the Nole Gingko, and the Green Dragon, plus beer, wine, and zero-proof options — a fitting backdrop for date nights, family dinners, and group dim sum brunches alike. For private and group gatherings, WU Chow offers several configurations: the full dining room accommodates up to 100 guests standing or 75 seated, the West Patio can be booked as a half-section buy-out for up to 40 seated or in full for up to 75 standing, and a full restaurant buy-out combining the patio and dining room holds 150 to 200 guests standing or up to 130 seated.

• Spaces for 200-400 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Shelton’s Place is the perfect venue for a memorable wedding. We have a groom’s suite and bridal suite that make the day much more comfortable. Shelton's Place is East Texas' best full-service wedding and event site. Our climate-controlled 7400 sq. ft. facility, which sits on 10 acres of gorgeous farmland, has a lot to offer. You may stroll out of our rustic barn-style venue onto the lovely lawn and down to the beautiful 1-acre pond. This setting is ideal for an outdoor wedding, anniversary celebration, or corporate function. We can assist you in planning a spectacular event that both you and your guests will appreciate. Shelton's Place offers a vast area that can serve as the appropriate setting for any wedding, party, or special occasion, from rustic to sophisticated. You'll have plenty of room to accommodate all of your guests thanks to our large facilities. To help accommodate and entertain your event's visitors, we offer table and chair rentals, state-of-the-art sound systems, and DJ services. We can also assist you with the planning, decorating, and catering of your event! Are you putting together a wedding? Our stunning country setting is ideal for any wedding or anniversary celebration! Apart from the ample room available to host friends and family, we can also assist with wedding planning. We also have fully equipped bridal and groom suites to ensure that the bride and groom are comfortable on their wedding day. Come enjoy the unique country ambience, rustic setting, excellent equipment, and superior service that only Shelton's Place can provide.

• Spaces for 125-950 Guests
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 space at this venue

Belmont Manor & Historic Park is a historic estate on nearly 68 acres in Elkridge, Maryland, operated by Howard County Recreation & Parks. Built in 1738 for Caleb and Priscilla Dorsey, the manor later passed through the Dorsey, Hanson, and Bruce families, served as a Smithsonian conference center, and was owned by the American Chemical Society and Howard Community College before the county acquired it in 2012. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as part of the Lawyers Hill Historic District. The grounds include the manor house, formal gardens, a pond, and an aqua garden with pavilions, offering several ceremony settings surrounded by mature trees and landscaped pathways. Rentals include exclusive use of the manor for up to 125 guests, garden ceremony sites, ADA-accessible pathways, and a peaked reception tent with chandeliers and a dance floor, making it a setting for weddings, celebrations, and private gatherings.

• Spaces for 160 Guests
• 1 Country Club

Receptions & Events Your Event Will Be Held In A Beautiful Setting Bridlewood Golf Club is the ideal location for your special occasion! Our 12,000 square foot Austin Stone Clubhouse, which resembles a timeless country-side estate, greets guests upon arrival. Our Clubhouse features a front and rear terrace, an outdoor grass, and a big banquet space with seating for up to 160 people. Venues for Events The North Lawn is a grassy area on the north side of Celebrate your special occasion outside and soak in the ambience that Bridlewood has to offer. The North Lawn provides breathtaking views of our magnificent golf course. Allow the course to surround you and your guests with breathtaking surroundings, making it the ideal place for outdoor ceremonies* or a summer soiree. For outdoor ceremonies, garden chairs must be rented. Depending on the weather, a tent rental may be necessary. Dining Room at Belmont The Belmont Dining Room is the largest of the three banquet halls and is suitable for receptions, gala events, conferences, and a variety of other large-scale events. The picturesque views of the 10th hole and our North Lawn make the transition from course to feast easy. Include a dancing floor so you may party all night! The Belmont Room can accommodate up to 160 people. The Atrium is a space in the heart of the city The Atrium has a view of the 1st tee and gives guests a sense of upmarket comfort. The room's formal grandeur is created by gorgeous iron chandeliers and cedar beams, while the stone mantle and fireplace make you feel at ease. Depending on your demands, the Atrium can be done up for a more formal event. The Atrium has a terrific ambiance for any occasion with sturdy wood dining tables and seats. The Atrium can be combined with The Belmont Room to provide an open flow space for larger gatherings. The Atrium can accommodate up to 54 people.

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm

Welcome to Broussard Farm Broussard Farm is a working ranch, a private residence, and the setting for a number of special events. The Farm is located in southeast Texas and has a historic mansion known as "the Broussard house," which was erected in 1857. Guests can enjoy the exquisite dancing venue, Sevenne Hall, while on the premises. The Sevenne Broussard House, which has been wonderfully renovated, is steeped in history and a bygone era's prominence. You have a lot of alternatives when you choose Broussard Farm. Historic Broussard House is the ideal location for individuals who prefer an outside ceremony. Regardless of your color choice, the large porch and columns provide unlimited decoration opportunities. Intimate grass seating allows family and friends to celebrate your special day in person. Before your guests arrive at Sevenne (Say-Van) Hall, you can set the tone with a walk down the alley at Broussard Farm. The Hall was designed to seem like some of the state's oldest dance halls. It has a stage, sound system, and special lighting and is completely climate controlled. The patio area and adjacent grounds provide a relaxing setting for those looking to reconnect with old acquaintances or simply enjoy a good discussion. The Broussard House The Broussard House, built by the homeowner's great-great grandfather in 1857, provides a lovely setting for outdoor events. Sevenne Hall Sevenne Hall Tables and chairs are provided at no cost. Up to 300 people can be accommodated. The Barn The Barn is the ideal location for private events such as wedding rehearsal dinners, company meetings, birthday parties, and bridal showers. Up to 50 people can be accommodated.

• Spaces for 50-150 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

The Environmental Education Center (EEC) is a sustainable, green venue for small to mid-sized events such as meetings, workshops, classes, team building, weddings, showers, parties, picnics, and family reunions. In holding your event at the Environmental Education Center or its surrounding gardens, you provide your guests or participants with a relaxing natural setting while demonstrating best practices for living green at home or work.

• Spaces for 150-300 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

The Inn at Quarry Ridge, located just north of Bryan, Texas, has quickly established itself as a popular event and wedding site in College Station and the surrounding area. With a practical arrangement that keeps events running smoothly, this beautifully informal event room accommodates weddings and events. Plan a small wedding for your closest friends and family, a large wedding for 300+ guests, a memorable game day weekend, or any other special occasion for your party. The event specialists at the Inn at Quarry Ridge will help you build the appropriate indoor or outdoor area for an experience you and your guests will never forget if you're looking for the perfect wedding or event location in a gorgeous, country setting. For brides and grooms who seek a meaningful celebration with their friends and family, The Inn at Quarry Ridge specializes in wedding weekend experiences. Exclusive use of the venue, overnight accommodations for 25 of their guests, various indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception sites, and event experts dedicated to producing a once-in-a-lifetime wedding experience are all available to couples. If it rains on your wedding day, you may rest assured that you'll have a wonderful ceremony environment. Outdoor ceremonies at the gazebo overlooking the water are popular with couples. Stonehem Hall provides over 5,000 sq. ft. of magnificent indoor reception space in a modern climate-controlled building located waterside with soaring ceilings, stunning views, and state-of-the-art audio, visual, and lighting for an unforgettable wedding reception with friends and family (300+ guests). The master suite provides brides and grooms with their own comfortable place for the wedding weekend. The newlyweds, as well as their family and friends, get exclusive use of the property, which contains an elegant, intimate gathering hall with a baby grand piano, high ceilings, and plenty of windows with views of the grounds. The exclusivity, flexibility, and beautiful design of the wedding location at the Inn at Quarry Ridge will appeal to couples searching for a memorable wedding celebration with their friends and family.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Tanglewood Resort is a lakeside resort on Lake Texoma in Pottsboro, Texas, part of the Ascend Hotel Collection by Choice Hotels. The property offers guest rooms and villas with lake views alongside three outdoor pools, an indoor pool with hot tub, eight pickleball courts, and a golf course. For events, Tanglewood Resort hosts weddings, corporate retreats, banquets, and family reunions, with meeting facilities that flex from 20 to 300 guests and full audiovisual capabilities. The resort's dining and entertainment lineup includes the Lakeside Restaurant, Lakeside Lounge, Tanglewood Bar & Grill, and the outdoor Tiki Stage, giving planners on-site options for dining and live entertainment around an event.

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Your search for the perfect venue is over Shafaii Party & Reception Broadway is one of Houston's premier reception halls, with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in stunning weddings, Quinceaneras, anniversaries, company events, and more at a reasonable price. We enjoy what we do and believe that getting together with family and friends to celebrate and create beautiful memories is an important part of life. We currently operate six different locations, each of which is different in size. Our Broadway location can accommodate up to 300 people. We are convinced that you will be pleasantly pleased and thrilled to hold your event with us because we are constantly seeking to improve not just our hospitality but also the design and atmosphere of our venues. Give us a call right now; we will be happy to assist you in any way we can. Weddings Weddings From gourmet catering to luxury decor centerpieces, backdrops, and accessories, we work directly with our couples to ensure that every detail of their special night is addressed. Our all-inclusive packages make it simple to receive everything you require in one location. Quinceñeras Quinceñeras We provide a wide range of decor options to fit almost any theme or color palette for your big day. We are always on the lookout for the latest and greatest in the event industry to ensure that you have the best of the best for your big day. Events & Galas Shafaii Broadway is no stranger to business meetings and corporate events. We can put on a fantastic gala, company party, business conference, or luncheon for you. Our venue has full audio and video capabilities. For your next event, consider gourmet culinary options as well as luxury and themed decor alternatives.

• Spaces for 200-300 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The SLPS event center is DFW's newest premiere venue. The SLPS event center is an exceptional choice for private functions, live events, fashion shows, product launch, conventions, conferences and rehearsal space. Perfectly situated, expertly managed, and ready to host your most important event.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm

Welcome to The Barn BCS, a stunning country wedding location in Bryan/College Station, Texas. Our timeless venue combines rustic and modern design elements to create a one-of-a-kind experience and majestic presence suitable for any occasion. Love, relationships, milestones, and family were the sole pillars upon which we created our venue. It would be a privilege to host your unique event. Our venue is a custom-built, all-white structure with majestic timber ceilings, soft tones, natural light, and minimalistic touches. Our location will motivate you to create the most stunning celebration for you and your guests! Our objective is to provide the best level of quality, hospitality, and amenities while providing a stress-free experience that our customers will never forget. Reception Hall The barn is the ideal location for any wedding or special celebration. The warm tones and wooden elements provide the ideal backdrop for any theme or design. Ceremony Site With your choice of drapes and lighting, our rustic pergola transforms into a fantasy setting for your wedding ceremony. Trees and vegetation surround the ceremony space, providing shade for the couple and wedding guests. Bride & Groom Suite We have discrete and pleasant suites available for the bridal party to prepare for their special day. Courtyard/Terrace Our courtyard is a wonderful backdrop for parties and pictures, with breathtaking views and a terrace overlooking the gardens. Cafe lights are strung throughout the courtyard, creating a welcoming atmosphere for your visitors that is both intimate and elegant. More Amenities The Barn BCS has a range of features to meet everyone's demands, making it the ideal location for your wedding or event. ​

• Spaces for 30-120 Guests
• 4 Boats

Lone Star Riverboat Cruises operates a fleet of environmentally friendly, electric-powered vessels on Lady Bird Lake in downtown Austin, offering narrated sightseeing tours, seasonal sunset bat-watching cruises, and private charters for weddings, receptions, and other celebrations. The flagship vessel, The Lone Star, is billed as the largest all-electric paddle-wheeler in the nation. The double-decked, 75-foot boat accommodates up to 100 guests for private charters, with a climate-controlled lower cabin, an open-air upper deck for dining and dancing, a sound system with a wireless microphone, two buffet tables, and a bar area. It is ADA-compliant, with wheelchair access and separate men's and women's restrooms. For smaller gatherings such as showers and bachelor or bachelorette parties, the company also charters three pontoon cruisers: the 32-foot Little Star, which holds up to 30 guests, and the 35-foot Southern Star and Northern Star, each holding up to 60 guests. All three double as seasonal sunset and bat-watching tour boats between March and October. On-board catering for charters includes barbecue, fajita, and smoked chicken menus, alongside several bar service options.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

The University of Texas Club is a private social and dining club set within the historic Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium, home of the Texas Longhorns, on the University of Texas campus in Austin. For more than 25 years the club has hosted dining, game-day watch parties, and social gatherings for members and guests, and in 2024 it completed a full renovation under the management of 1883 Provision Co. The club's private event spaces accommodate business meetings, corporate retreats, wedding receptions with views overlooking the stadium, rehearsal dinners, and cocktail receptions. Its meeting spaces come equipped with modern audiovisual technology, high-speed internet access, and flexible room configurations suited to small leadership gatherings or larger team sessions. Dining options range from gourmet plated meals to themed buffets and bar packages, and members receive waived room fees for private events. Valet parking is available for guests attending events at the club.

• Spaces for 20-350 Guests
• 5 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Theater
• 9 Total Spaces

Quinta Mazatlán is a historic Spanish Revival-style mansion and urban nature sanctuary in McAllen, Texas, set among gardens, walking trails, and towering palms in the Tamaulipan Brushland of the Lower Rio Grande Valley. Opened in 2006 and owned by the City of McAllen, the estate pairs a 1930s adobe home with the surrounding sanctuary's birding trails and native plant gardens. For private events, Quinta Mazatlán offers a mix of indoor and outdoor spaces across the estate, from the mansion's Talavera-tile-arched Grand Hall to a courtyard strung with bistro lights and centered on a pergola and water feature. Spaces range from an intimate Art Gallery suite for around 20 guests to the Front Lawn and Courtyard, which can host up to 300 to 350 guests for cocktail receptions and seated weddings. Event planners can also book the Entire Estate, combining the Front Lawn, Grand Hall, Art Gallery, Cottage, Courtyard, and South Oak into a single Spanish Revival-style setting surrounded by gardens.

• Spaces for 250-300 Guests
• 1 Outdoor

Dove Creek Wedding Location is a wedding and event venue near Grand Saline, Texas, slightly over an hour from Dallas. It's only five miles from I-20, making it convenient for both local and out-of-town couples. This site offers a quiet, isolated environment for milestone occasions, with 49 acres to call their own. Dove Creek Wedding Venue is known for its rustic atmosphere and picturesque surroundings. To-be-weds are permitted to use the venue's get-ready suite prior to the ceremony. The welcoming room, which includes a vanity, makes party planning a breeze. Ceremonies can be done outside amidst the property's abundant woodland spaces and vegetation for those dreaming of an al fresco "I do." Alternatively, for an equally charming ambience, ceremonies can be held inside the restored barn. Couples and their loved ones can enjoy congratulatory beverages and talks on the wide back patio during cocktail hour. Receptions can be held in the barn, and newlyweds can invite up to 250 friends for banquet style, or 300 friends reception style to celebrate their special day. You and your partner will have access to a number of helpful services and amenities when you celebrate at Dove Creek Wedding Venue. 14 round tables and 12 rectangular tables, as well as white resin chairs, will be provided for your convenience. The venue's employees will set up and tear down the event items so that you and your guests don't have to lift a finger. This facility is happy to host your engagement party, wedding shower, or ceremony and reception.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Event Space

WELCOME Thank you for visiting the Venue with the Views! The Ranch at Bethel Rock is a one-of-a-kind wedding location located in the heart of the North Texas countryside with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The venue is family owned and run. It is our hope that by offering this one-of-a-kind and breathtakingly gorgeous natural backdrop, we would be able to serve you in love by assisting you in bringing your vision of the perfect wedding to life. We would welcome you to visit us and take a look around. Get in touch with us if you want to see Bethel Rock for yourself. SERVICE TO THE CUSTOMER From the time you inquire about having your wedding reception at Bethel Rock, you will receive first-class treatment and attention. FEELING OF LUXURY You have earned nothing but the finest on your special day! From our amenities to our offers and rental properties, we provide the greatest level of excellence. VERSATILITY We don't only provide a ceremony site and a structure for a reception; we go above and above. Make use of our various parameters to achieve the look you want. A ONE-OF-A-KIND EXPERIENCE Your wedding will be an unforgettable occasion that not only you, but also your guests will cherish for a lifetime! THE LOCATION Elizabethan-style Bethel Rock is set on a 32-acre estate with stunning vistas and features a 6-acre lake as well as an elegantly adorned venue and carefully manicured outdoor areas with professionally created lighting. THIS WAS MY EXPERIENCE "I Do" at Bethel Rock is an extraordinary experience that you won't forget. You will find the ideal location to celebrate your big day nestled among the tranquil valleys of the North Texas countryside. OUR OBJECTIVE We want to share God's love with you by assisting you in making your special day a dream come true, thereby kicking off your relationship in the most personal way possible.