Live music, brisket, and big creative energy. Austin doesn’t play by the rules, and neither should your event. Want to bring in your favorite taco truck, grandma’s gumbo, or just keep the drinks local with a few coolers of Lone Star? Go for it. From funky East Austin warehouses to hill country escapes just outside town, these self catering venues give you the freedom to serve it your way. After all, in the city that keeps it weird, cookie-cutter just won’t cut it. Keep scrolling to find your perfect bring-your-own-everything spot.
The cost of self catering venues averages around $200 hire fee per hour. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Austin, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $65 | to $300 | hire fee per hour |
| From $250 | to $2000 | hire fee per day |
| From $250 | to $3000 | hire fee per event |
You'll find self catering venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Austin, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (August 2026):
| Small | up to 15 guests | prices average $35 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 30 and 50 guests | prices average $200 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 65 guests | prices average $350 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Austin, available to book on Tagvenue:
Cheap self catering venues in Austin start from $145 hire fee per day or $80 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of August 2026:
Windsor Conference Room at Dwell Coworking Mueller, from $149 hire fee per day
(up to 6 guests seated)
Venue said: Dwell Coworking Mueller is a modern coworking and meeting space located in Austin, perfect for team off-sites, client meetings, workshops, and creative sessions, offering flexible rooms equipped with fast Wi-Fi, whiteboards,
Meeting Room at Super 8 by Wyndham Austin North, from $80 hire fee per event
(up to 31 guests seated)
Venue said: We offer a 700 sq ft meeting space at Super 8 Austin North/University Area, perfect for small events or team sessions. Easy access from I-35, close to shops, dining, and local spots like the Texas State History Museum and...
Conference Room at Createscape, from $35 hire fee per hour
(up to 8 guests seated)
Venue said: Enjoy the best of Austin with nearby coffee shops, food trucks, and live music venues while working in a space that feels inspiring and productive. Whether you're scaling a startup, freelancing, or looking for a refreshing...
Page last updated in August 2026
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