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This Austin venue has a unique shape, solid, hand hewn beams, a rugged, romantic metal exterior and timeless look.
A blacksmith shop. An Oldsmobile dealership. A transmission shop.  In its 85 year history, what is now The Union on Eighth, has been all of these things.
The Union is now a reclaimed, unique 6,000 square foot event space available for meetings, receptions, dinners, weddings and lots of other things.
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venue photo
Only 20 minutes North of downtown Austin, The Union event venue is nestled on the outskirts of the historic Georgetown square.
venue photo
This Austin venue has a unique shape, solid, hand hewn beams, a rugged, romantic metal exterior and timeless look.
A blacksmith shop. An Oldsmobile dealership. A transmission shop.  In its 85 year history, what is now The Union on Eighth, has been all of these things.
The Union is now a reclaimed, unique 6,000 square foot event space available for meetings, receptions, dinners, weddings and lots of other things.
venue photo
venue photo
Only 20 minutes North of downtown Austin, The Union event venue is nestled on the outskirts of the historic Georgetown square.
venue photo
This Austin venue has a unique shape, solid, hand hewn beams, a rugged, romantic metal exterior and timeless look.
A blacksmith shop. An Oldsmobile dealership. A transmission shop.  In its 85 year history, what is now The Union on Eighth, has been all of these things.
The Union is now a reclaimed, unique 6,000 square foot event space available for meetings, receptions, dinners, weddings and lots of other things.
venue photo
venue photo
Only 20 minutes North of downtown Austin, The Union event venue is nestled on the outskirts of the historic Georgetown square.
venue photo
This Austin venue has a unique shape, solid, hand hewn beams, a rugged, romantic metal exterior and timeless look.
A blacksmith shop. An Oldsmobile dealership. A transmission shop.  In its 85 year history, what is now The Union on Eighth, has been all of these things.
The Union is now a reclaimed, unique 6,000 square foot event space available for meetings, receptions, dinners, weddings and lots of other things.
venue photo
venue photo
UsersSpace only
Up to 225 guests
Avg. venue rate
Rate info
$4k - $6k

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A blacksmith shop. An Oldsmobile dealership. A transmission shop. Throw a soiree in this storied venue and create a new narrative within the historical walls.

Rugged and romantic. Rough hewn beams and polished floors further the heart and history behind this spectacular space. This reclaimed Georgetown gem is now a unique 6,000 square foot event space available for meetings, receptions, dinners, weddings and any other chic celebration you can create!

The Lowdown

Venue use

Space only

Best for these Occasions

corporate eventelopementholiday partyProduct Launchsocial eventvow renewalwedding ceremonywedding receptionWorkshops: Creative, Photo, etc.

Venue type

Banquet Hall / Event FacilityHistoric BuildingLoft / Warehouse Building

Views

courtyardlandscaped groundsstreetSkyline

Style

RusticIndustrialMinimalisticUrban

Venue Settings

Only 20 minutes North of downtown Austin, The Union is comfortably nestled on the outskirts of the historic Georgetown square. Once a transmission shoppe, The Union is now a reclaimed, unique 6,000 square foot event space available for meetings, receptions, dinners, weddings and lots of other things.

Capacity

225Seated225Buffet225Standing
Fees

(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)

Venue price range

Does this include catering fees?
No

Insurance

Additional insurance may be required depending on the event

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Amenities

Event Logistics

Essential logistics and amenities for a seamless, memorable event.

Celebrations hosted here since
2013

Curfew
11 PM

Venue spaces
Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available

Catering
Client can select the caterer of their choice

Alcohol
Licensed Server is Required

Music
Indoors Only

Smoking
Designated Smoking Areas Only

Accommodations
What's Included: Indoor and Outdoor ceremony sites (main hall and courtyard); over 6,000 square feet of space Day use only of the bridal lounge and groom’s airstream quarters Main Space: 20- Farm Tables, 150- Wood Chairs, 1- Industrial Bar Catering Prep Kitchen: 1- Refrigerator, 1- Ice Machine, 1- Warming Drawer, Sink, 1- Trashcan Restrooms On-site manager to assist with venue logistics 1 hour use of the facility for your rehearsal (by appointment only) Outdoor Festoon lighting Valet services Add-on Services: Extended hours at a rate of $150 per hour. Mixologist to create one of a kind cocktails using the finest ingredients (alcohol extra): $150/hour with a 4 hour minimum Stockpile of goodies in the SMEG in the Groom’s Airstream: $150 per site Setup of tables, chairs and linens (up to 150 people for both ceremony and reception): $250

Kid Friendly Events
Yes

Handicap Accessible
Yes

Onsite amenities

Street ParkingValet ParkingWifiDining ChairsDining TablesOnsite Restrooms