Municipal Auditorium
The Municipal Auditorium is available for public use! If you're planning a large volume gathering, consider using the Municipal Auditorium. Among some of the more popular uses of the Auditorium are:
- Weddings and Receptions
- Reunions
- Dances
- Carnival Krewe Events and Activities
- Company Meetings
- Seminars
- Banquets
Main Hall Information
- Dimensions
- 75' Deep, 120' Wide
- Seating Capacity
- Tables (6' or 8') and Chairs - 750
- Chairs Only - 800
- Balcony - 344
Wing Information (per wing)
- Dimensions
- 30' Deep, 40' Wide
- Seating Capacity
- Chairs Only - 100
Rental Rates
Fee Type | Amount |
---|---|
Main Hall (4 hours) | $300 |
Wings (each) | $50 |
Kitchen | $100 |
Deposit (non-refundable) | $200 |
Maintenance/Cleanup | $50 |
Additional Hours | $75 |
Same Day Setup/Rehearsal | $0 |
Alternate Day Setup/Rehearsal | $75 per day |
Same Day Setup Time - 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Rehearsal Time - 2 hour maximum
Booking Information
For booking availability, please see our calendar of scheduled events. Check out the Rules For Renting before booking the auditorium.
Security
Security is mandatory and must be secured through the Houma Police Department. Check out the Auditorium Extra Duty Agreement for general requirements, fee schedule, terms and conditions of this contract for service.
Insurance
Insurance is mandatory and can be secured through the Risk Management Department at (985) 873-6470.
It is the responsibility of the renter to obtain insurance and show proof $500,000 general liability coverage, bring or email one month before the event. If alchohol is going to be on the premise, you will need Host Liquor checked.
Payment
Applicant shall pay, in full, the balance of the rental fees (building rental, insurance, & security) at least 30 days prior to the date of the event or on the date of booking, whichever occurs later. If Applicant fails to pay the balance due on time, TPCG may, at its option, do either of the following:
- Immediately cancel this booking and terminate this contract upon written notice to the applicant at the address provided below. The date of the written notice shall serve as the date of the cancellation. TPCG shall be entitled to keep any deposit and any and all fees and charges paid by Applicant prior to the date of the written notice.
- Up to 48 hours prior to the event date, retain the booking if Applicant remits to TPCG the balance of the rental due in full, plus a $50.00 late charge for the first day late, plus a $10.00 charge for each additional day late.
Location
Folklife Culture Center
317 Goode Street
Houma, LA 70360
Contact
apicou@tpcg.org
(985) 873-6408
Hours
Varies