Book the Blue Room
About
CitySpace is a DIY nonprofit arts 501(c)(3) organization that provides space at reasonable rates for performances and community events in the Blue Room.
The Blue Room is a ~1600 sq. ft. 100 seat / 230 person standing performance space with A/V equipment, an accessible stage, tables, seating and further amenities for performances and events.
You produce your event from start to finish. You set-up the space and return the venue as found. No event set-up assistance or tech provided as part of rental.
CitySpace prioritizes artistic public performances in the Blue Room that enliven Old Town Hall with the arts for the community. Whatever your event may be, submit your inquiry for booking CitySpace’s Blue Room and we will be in touch.
Amenities are included with your rental
- Sound Mixer
- PA
- Speakers
- Monitors (2)
- Mics
- Mic Stands
- Drum Kit
- Stage Lighting (Cans)
- Roland Digital Piano
- Chairs
- Tables (6' & 8')
- Round Cafe Tables (5)
- Round High Top Tables (5)
- Sandwich board
- Coat Racks
- And more
Rates
Public Event (Sunday-Th): $70 an hour + security deposit*
Rehearsal or Non-public event:$30/hour Monday through Sunday + security deposit*
Thursday & Sunday $30/hour + security deposit*
Day rate: $300 full day, until 11 pm (weekdays) or midnight (Fri, Sat). + security deposit* includes up to 6-hour with $50 per extra hour
Fridays and Saturdays: Are available for the day rate at $350 + security deposit. Includes up to 6-hours with $50 per extra hour
Weekly rate: $1,300 + security deposit*
Food:A $100 fee applies to rentals that include food or drinks in the venue, whether catered or self-provided. CitySpace does not provide catering but can share a list of vendors familiar with the space upon request. Alcohol may not be served or sold without prior approval and required permits, which must be arranged and confirmed during the contracting process.
Tech: CitySpace does not provide technical support as part of the base rental. As part of your rental, a venue tour will include a basic overview of lighting and sound in the Blue Room. If your event requires setup or operation beyond what the lessee can manage independently, additional technical services will be required. CitySpace can recommend a qualified technician for your event; all arrangements and payment for technical services are made directly between the renter and the technician, separate from your contract with CitySpace.
Deposit: A security deposit of $50 is required. Following the event, the lessee is required to return the space to the same as found condition. The security deposit will be returned upon completion of use upon review by the CitySpace representative.
FAQ
Pay your rental fee here. This should not include your security deposit.
A rehearsal or private event is a closed event in which the host knows exactly who will be attending. If there is any public outreach or marketing (including on social media), the event is public and may not receive the private/nonpublic rate. Walk-ins are not allowed for a private event.
Rental costs go directly back towards supporting CitySpace programs and maintaining the historic Old Town Hall.
100 chairs are available in the venue. 100 capacity with chairs. For standing events, 230 people are allowed. The capacity includes all people in the Blue Room.
CitySpace has its own productions and programs that are presented in the Blue Room. If you have a performance in mind that you think would make a good match for CitySpace but it fits outside of the rental model, learn more about alternative booking options.
As a nonprofit organization, CitySpace works to keep Old Town Hall welcoming, affordable, and well cared for. We are a small, largely volunteer-driven organization that relies on a mix of rental income, donations, and grants to support operations and preserve this historic building. Rental fees help cover essential costs like staffing, utilities, insurance, maintenance, and the long-term preservation of this historic building.
Even with this update, our rental rates remain below market and lower than many comparable venues in the region. Blue Room rental rates had not increased since the space opened five years ago, despite rising costs during that time.
In recent years, CitySpace has made meaningful upgrades to the Blue Room, including new stage lighting, improved HVAC, and acoustical enhancements that enhance comfort and usability for renters.
Rental fees are one of several ways people help sustain Old Town Hall. Whether through booking the space, volunteering, or supporting CitySpace in other ways, this shared investment helps ensure the building remains an accessible community resource for years to come.
If the cost of renting the Blue Room is a barrier, we encourage artists and organizations to explore CitySpace’s Partners in Performance or Pay It Forward programs, which offer free or reduced-cost access to the space through application-based support.