RENTAL RATES:

Citizens and Southern Event Center is available to rent for your private event.

RENTAL includes:

Private use of the building exclusively for your event
Access 8:00am to 11:00pm
25, 36" square tables and 150 black chairs
Ivory or black linens and napkins
Ivory ceiling drapery with white or color uplighting
Cylinder candles or lanterns
Sound system with microphone, Spotify access and podium
Catering is additional - choose from our inhouse options or the licensed caterer of your choice ($350 outside caterer fee).

2024 BUILDING RENTAL Rates ( time needed must include your set up/decorating time)

Monday-Wednesday: $1,500 full day or $1,250 for 5 hours
Thursday & Friday: $3,000 full day or $2,500 for 8 hours
Saturday: $4,000 full day or $3,500 for 8 hours
Sunday: $ 2,500 full day or $1,700 for 5 hours
Photography studio: $150/hour
25% Bereavement discount for celebration of life or repass (must be booked within 1 week)
50% deposit required to secure a date
Building rental is subject to 7% tax

Private Lounge for up to 35 guests, $175/hour (Su-Th), $225/hour (Fri), $300/hr (Sa)

Private lounge with mix of bar, soft and table seating
Floor to ceiling windows with sweeping view of downtown Spartanburg
House music or use of piano for live music (pianist can be procured for $100/hour, 2 hour minimum)
Dedicated bar staff $175 plus price per glass consumed will be billed at conclusion of the event
Cash bar optional
Food options available, additional charge
Package not available for Saturday night, unless booked the month of the event. 4 hour minimum rental required. Based on availability, package can be booked with 48 hour notice.
35 guests, max

MEETING SPECIAL, Monday-Thursday, 7:00AM-5:00PM

$1,500 rental rate (includes tables, chairs, linens, WIFI, 60" TV monitor for presentations ($125 value), AV System with microphone)
Lunch + Afternoon Break, $30++/person (choice of salad bar, sandwich bar, pasta bar, bbq or taco bar). Afternoon sweet break with assorted treats.
All day coffee, infused water
Food and beverage subject to 7% tax, 2% hospitality tax on food, 22% service fee

ELOPEMENT Package, $1700 plus tax

2 hours of time for photos and ceremony
Candles, officiant and music included
Onsite wedding coordinator
Bottle of champagne and small 3-layer wedding cake
Additional hours, food or beverage can be added, fees apply
Package available daily or 9am-2pm Saturday. Based on availability, package can be booked with as little as 48 hour notice.
19 total attendees, max including officiant and couple

Micro Wedding Package for up to 35 guests, $2,500 plus tax

3 hours of time for photos, ceremony and reception
Candles, ceiling drapery with uplighting and aisle runner included
Onsite wedding coordinator
Officiant and music playlist included
Champagne toast and small 3-layer wedding cake
Additional food, beverage or hours in the venue can be added, fees apply
Package available daily or 9am-1pm on Saturdays. Based on availability, package can be booked with as little as 48 hour notice.
35 guests, max

OTHER RENTAL:

Kitchen Rental (small local bakers and chefs needing a DHEC approved kitchen for outside food sales): $25/hour, based on availability
Caterer kitchen permit is $350/event for outside caterers
Dish rental: plateware/glassware/silverware: $5/person (minimum $100)
65" Smart TV and sound boost for presentations and video $125
8' x 24' pipe and drape with black linen $150
Bartender for 3 hours: $175, 1 per 40 guests
Security: $45/hour (three hour minimum)
Event Insurance: $175 (approximately)
All rental is subject to city tax (7%)
Food and drink is also subject to local hospitality tax (2%) and service charge of 22%