OLD BLANCO COUNTY COURTHOUSE 

Included: Included is the use of tables and chairs (renter is responsible for set up and break down) use of the courtroom upstairs and grounds, bridal room, kitchen, bathrooms, use of elevator, common hallways downstairs, Wi-Fi, and parking, 

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Rental period:  Daily rental begins at 10 am and building/grounds must be vacated by midnight. The hourly rental period (2 hour minimum) includes the time for set-up, breakdown, and clean up. Maximum seating is 125.  Room occupancy is 200.

 

Non-profit rentals:  A discount is available to local non-profit organizations (30% Friday-Saturday; 50% Sun-Thurs). Organizations must have 501(c) non-profit designation and be located in Blanco or surrounding counties of: Kendall, Gillespie, Burnet, Hays or Comal.

 

“Revenue” generating events:  Events that charge admission or vendor fees will be required to pay 10% of such fees to OBCCPS in addition to the regular event rental rate.  

 

Weekend Special:  Renter has access to the courthouse & grounds beginning  Friday at 10:00 am through Sunday at noon.  

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Information about the property: The Old Blanco Courthouse was built in 1885 and is the centerpiece of Blanco's downtown square. Today it houses Blanco Visitor Center and museum.  It was also the film location for the 2010 movie "True Grit".  

 

Additional Service Charges:​​

• Optional set up and breakdown of tables and chairs: $200

• Customized outdoor lighting: $50 for single color; $150 for multi color

• Post Event Cleaning - $100-250  (based on the extent of clean up required)

 

RESERVATION/CANCELLATION POLICIES:  Payment of 50% of the rental fee and a signed contract are required to make a reservation.  Payments may be made by credit card or check. Payment of the rental fee balance is required 4 weeks prior to the planned event.  OBCCPS members receive a 5% discount on rental fees. 

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Cancellations must be made at least 3 months prior to the event date to receive a full refund. If the cancellation is within 1 month of the event date, no refund will be issued. A security deposit of $1000 will be required 7 days prior to the rental date for possible damages or failure to complete the closing checklist requirements.  The security deposit will be refunded when the building passes post event inspection.

 

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