Top East Austin Holiday Party Venues

Fairmont Austin offers event spaces for your next celebration in Austin, Texas.

Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt offers event spaces for your next celebration in Austin, Texas.

• 2 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 1 Outdoor

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Housed in the 1878 Millett Opera House in downtown Austin, The Austin Club occupies a building once second in size and grandeur only to Galveston's opera house, with 24-inch limestone walls, a hand-painted ceiling, and a balcony original to its performance-hall days. Notable figures from John Philip Sousa to William Jennings Bryan once appeared on its stage before the building later served as a skating rink, a Knights of Columbus hall, and a public school property. The Austin Club, founded in 1949, has leased and restored the building since 1979. Today the club hosts weddings, galas, corporate events, and private dinners across seven indoor and outdoor rental spaces, including the Medallion Ballroom, which accommodates up to 250 seated or 300 standing guests. Room rentals include an on-site event manager, tables, house linens, wait staff, bartending, Wi-Fi, and a dance floor, with an in-house culinary team handling catering for every event.

• Spaces for 300-350 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

The Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel has stood on Congress Avenue in the heart of downtown Austin for almost a century, opening in 1924 as the city's first high-rise. The AAA Four-Diamond hotel pairs its historic character with three on-site dining venues — Stephen F's Bar & Terrace, Café Fuller, and Roaring Fork — and is steps from the Paramount Theatre, Sixth Street, Rainey Street, and the Texas State Capitol. More than 6,000 square feet of event space spans six venues, anchored by the 3,600-square-foot Capital Ballroom, whose crystal chandeliers and star-lit ceiling suit weddings, rehearsal dinners, brunches, and farewell parties for up to 300 seated guests. French doors open from the ballroom to The Terrace, where guests can take in skyline and Texas Capitol views as an extension of the indoor space or a standalone gathering spot. Wedding hosts can draw on complimentary centerpieces, specialty lighting, and linens, along with custom catering menus for receptions, plated or buffet dinners, brunch, and rehearsal dinners. The hotel also offers an indoor pool, hot tub, and fitness center for guests staying over during an event.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

A wedding provides a chance for the personal love that exists between two individuals to connect with the love that exists for them in the entirety of the room. Our goal is to design a venue that is one of a kind and filled with inspiration, so that lovely love-filled moments may take place there. Although weddings do not come in a single standard format, we have designed a location that can accommodate ceremonies of every size. We are able to adapt to any size event, from intimate gatherings to large-scale conventions, and we will meet you where you are. Because we appreciate you and what you have to offer, we will meet you at the level that you are now at. We want you to know that we are paying attention to the smallest of details and that we are eager to provide a hand in order to ensure that you have the very best experience possible. At The Grand Lady, it is our goal to provide an environment in which you may relax and feel at ease. Not only do we provide two separate wedding suites, locations for the ceremony, cocktail reception, and reception, but there are times when we are also in a position to provide complimentary overnight lodgings for the newlywed couple. Located in Austin, Texas, this boutique venue offers antique charm and homestyle hospitality for modern celebrations. Please fill out the form on our website to schedule a tour. For collaborations and vendors, please email info@grandladyaustin.com.

• Spaces for 110 Guests

Swift's Attic occupies the second floor of a historic downtown Austin building at 3rd and Congress, originally built in 1905 as the home of the Swift's Premium Food Co. The space pairs its original exposed brick and timber with modern touches, giving group dinners and private gatherings a distinctive backdrop above the street. The kitchen serves modern American shareable plates with a farm-to-table focus and a rotating menu that draws on global flavors, making it well suited to group dinners where guests sample a range of dishes together. The bar complements the food with 14 draft beers, an extensive bottled beer and by-the-glass wine list, and a craft cocktail program that includes an ice tap and ice ball cocktails. While Swift's Attic does not have a dedicated private room, it accommodates intimate dinners and larger celebrations — from birthdays and anniversaries to corporate functions and executive dinners — in its Lounge and semi-private sections, with options for full restaurant buyouts.

JW Marriott Austin offers event spaces for your next celebration in Austin, Texas.

• Spaces for 200-1,600 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 3 Ballrooms

The ballrooms and event spaces of the AT&T Hotel and Convention Center are ready for your celebration. Events here are magnificent affairs. We can handle your special occasion from beginning to end with our imaginatively designed cuisine, a large selection of adaptable meeting locations, and a proactive workforce. When you host your wedding at the AT&T Hotel and Convention Center, every last detail is taken care of. The scene is set for the first night of the rest of your life by our magnificent event spaces, first-rate caterers, and opulent hotel accommodations. Be hitched in our large courtyard, celebrate in one of our elegant ballrooms, and then escape to one of our opulent hotel suites after your rehearsal dinner in our Tejas Dining room. The wedding of your dreams can be hosted by our elegant locations, imaginative culinary staff, and committed wedding specialist. Imagine one of our ballrooms serving as the backdrop for your successful fundraising event. Use the experience of our catering staff in creating and presenting elegant meals on a large scale to serve as your guide. When the success of one lucrative event determines your entire annual budget, exceeding expectations is essential. To give your guests a really memorable evening, host your gala at the AT&T Hotel and Convention Center. To guarantee that your Austin gala goes off without a hitch, we have the ballrooms, courtyard, cuisine, and service staff. Life might occasionally be reason for rejoicing. Allow our AAA Four Diamond service team to collaborate with you on creating an event that perfectly captures the moment. Send your visitors home with a night they won't soon forget, whatever the occasion. For every occasion in between, including birthdays, Bar Mitzvahs, graduations, anniversaries, holidays, and family reunions, our adaptable event venues are ideal. One of Austin's top caterers, our crew has swiftly earned a stellar reputation. Together, you may come up with a memorable meal for your visitors.

• 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 60-250 Guests
• 2 Bars
• 2 Historic Spaces

The Roosevelt Room is an award-winning cocktail bar and private event venue in Austin's historic downtown Warehouse District, set inside a railroad warehouse built in 1929. The building blends classic and modern design, pairing the structure's original brick and industrial bones with a curated, jewel-toned interior. The venue describes itself as Austin's most awarded cocktail bar, pouring a menu of more than 80 classic and house-created cocktails alongside curated spirits, beer, wine, and food, with staff trained to guide guests through the full list. For private events, the space totals 3,750 square feet and accommodates up to 225 guests across a downstairs dining room and an upstairs mezzanine, the latter offering its own bar, lounge seating, and balcony views, and available separately for private events of up to 60 guests as well as on-site cocktail classes. Beyond regular cocktail service, The Roosevelt Room offers offsite catering and private event bookings, with an events team available to build custom rates and services for weddings, corporate gatherings, and other celebrations.

• 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 1,000 Guests

Hyatt Regency Austin sits on the shore of Lady Bird Lake along Barton Springs Road, directly across the water from downtown Austin and steps from the Congress Avenue Bridge, where more than a million Mexican free-tailed bats take flight on summer evenings. The recently renovated hotel pairs 448 guestrooms and suites with lake and skyline views alongside more than 45,000 square feet of flexible event space, ranging from grand ballrooms to intimate meeting rooms. Signature spaces include the Zilker Ballroom, a 14,000-square-foot room with 22-foot ceilings and an upstairs terrace, and the Texas Ballroom, a 10,290-square-foot room finished with crystal chandeliers and 16-foot ceilings. On the 17th floor, the Foothills Ballroom opens to panoramic views of downtown Austin's skyline, Lady Bird Lake, and the Congress Avenue Bridge, while the covered Zilker Terrace extends off the Zilker skywalk for outdoor receptions rain or shine. On site, Ripple & Roots Restaurant serves Texas-inspired shareables and entrées alongside local craft beer, wine, and cocktails just off the hotel's atrium, and guests can unwind at the renovated pool and lakeside cabanas or explore the adjoining Hike-and-Bike Trail along Lady Bird Lake.

3ten At Austin City Limits offers event spaces for your next celebration in Austin, Texas.

• Spaces for 10-120 Guests
• 6 Outdoor Spaces
• 6 Boats
• 6 Waterfront

Capital Cruises has operated on Lady Bird Lake in Austin since 1991, docking at the Hyatt Regency on Barton Springs Road. Its fleet ranges from the flagship M.V. Pride and Joy II, a 75-foot double-decked yacht with a climate-controlled lower deck, down to intimate electric Myachts and self-driven Donut Boats, giving planners a boat sized to nearly any group. Cruises take in views of the downtown Austin skyline, Zilker Park, limestone bluffs, and the Congress Avenue Bridge bats, and the company's private charters are built around that scenery for weddings, rehearsal dinners, bachelor and bachelorette parties, and corporate outings. Guests can bring their own food and beverages, arrange plated catering, or add a margarita machine, band, DJ, or casino night, and boats can be decorated for the occasion (excluding confetti, rice, and similar items that could harm the lake). Attire on board runs from black tie to Austin-casual summer wear, and most vessels include a stereo system so hosts can set their own soundtrack.

• 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 165-175 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Landmark
• 2 Total Spaces

Chateau Bellevue is a Victorian-era mansion in downtown Austin, built in 1874 and expanded in 1892 under owner Major Ira Hobart Evans, a Union Army veteran and the youngest Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives. Its stained glass windows and intricate wooden detailing make it one of the last remaining examples of Victorian architecture in the city, and it holds both Texas Historic Landmark (1965) and City of Austin Historic Landmark (1974) status. The venue has been owned and operated by the Austin Woman's Club, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, since 1929. The mansion offers a sequence of spaces for weddings and private events, from the Grand Entryway Foyer with its stained glass and hand-carved woodwork to the Grand Ballroom, which seats up to 175 guests beneath hardwood flooring and a raised stage for a band or DJ. Outdoors, the brick Ceremony Courtyard seats up to 165 guests facing its magnolia tree, or up to 150 facing the Chateau itself, with an adjoining terrace suited to cocktail hour. Limestone entryways and balconies overlooking the downtown skyline offer additional backdrops for photography. The Grand Ballroom is ADA accessible via elevator and includes gray upholstered chairs, with a Chiavari chair upgrade available. Two private getting-ready rooms with separate entrances give wedding parties space to prepare before the ceremony.

Casa Cartel Austin offers event spaces for your next celebration in Austin, Texas.

• Spaces for 144-300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Historic Spaces
• 2 Total Spaces

The Mansion is a historic event venue and national landmark founded in 1931, showcasing stunning Georgian Revival architecture that exemplifies the South's charm. As the headquarters for the Texas Federation of Women’s Clubs (TFWC), The Mansion is not only a beautiful setting for celebrations but also a space that supports philanthropic initiatives aimed at enhancing education, public affairs, and the arts. With over 11,000 square feet of versatile event space designed by renowned architect Henry Coke Knight, The Mansion has been the backdrop for countless memorable gatherings, including banquets, balls, weddings, and galas. Renowned as a premier wedding and events venue in Austin, The Mansion holds a special place in the hearts of those who celebrate life’s milestones within its walls. Couples can expect an enchanting setting that caters to various styles, from vintage charm to Great Gatsby glam, ensuring a timeless romance for their special day. For any occasion, The Mansion’s inviting and elegant spaces create an atmosphere that exudes sophistication and comfort. Whether you are planning a wedding, anniversary, or corporate event, The Mansion promises unforgettable experiences that leave a lasting impression on all who attend. Experience the magic of this storied venue and become part of its rich legacy today!