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River Bend Nature Center
Select services venue
The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $300
Guest capacity
Up to 500 seated guests
About this venue
Want to make your event unforgettable? River Bend Nature Center is the ideal place to have your event! RBNC has several venues for rent, including the Forest Ceremony Site, the Elizabeth Prothro Pavilion, the J.S. Bridwell Terrace, and the Rotary North Library. All of these facilities provide unique accommodations for weddings, receptions, dinners, family picnics, corporate meetings, and numerous other occasions.
Our event spaces
Elizabeth Prothro Pavilion
Overlooks 18-acres of beautiful forest.
The Elizabeth Prothro Pavilion is a 7,000 sq. ft. outdoor covered building that overlooks 15 acres of bottomland forest.
Guest capacity
0-500 Seated
0-500 Standing
Square footage
7,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Couples luncheon, Elopement, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Baraat, Other, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Amenities include restrooms, electricity, fans, and wind guards. Seats approximately 500+.
Room cost
Monday- Thursday- $300 for 4 hours, $75 per add. hour Friday- $1,000 for 12 hours, $125 per add. hour Saturday- $1,600 for 12 hours, $125 per add. hour Sunday- $900 for 12 hours, $125 per add. hour
J. S. Bridwell Terrace
Landscaped with native plants, you can party under the beautiful Texas sky.
The J.S. Bridwell Terrace is a spacious uncovered area that is planted with native vegetation and illuminated with party lights.
Guest capacity
0-200 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Square footage
3,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Other, Elopement, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
Amenities include electricity and Wi-Fi. Seats approximately 200+.
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Forest Ceremony Site
Surrounded by native Texas trees this picturesque location is perfect for your wedding.
The Forest Ceremony Site is in the heart of our Bottomland Forest.
Guest capacity
0-130 Seated
Up to 130 Standing
Square footage
1,300
Ideal for
Wedding reception
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
Amenities include wooden bench seating, a wooden walkway, a large rustic arbor made of native old wood branches from our forest, wooden decking, and electricity. Seats approximately 130+.
Rotary North Library
This inside space is the perfect place to get ready for your special day.
This functional space can be converted into a bridal or groom prep room.
Guest capacity
Up to 10 Seated
Up to 10 Standing
Square footage
270
Ideal for
Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Amenities include pull down blinds, tables, Wi-Fi, two full-length mirrors, and chairs.
Elizabeth Prothro Pavilion
Overlooks 18-acres of beautiful forest.
The Elizabeth Prothro Pavilion is a 7,000 sq. ft. outdoor covered building that overlooks 15 acres of bottomland forest.
Guest capacity
0-500 Seated
0-500 Standing
Square footage
7,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Couples luncheon, Elopement, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Baraat, Other, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Amenities include restrooms, electricity, fans, and wind guards. Seats approximately 500+.
Room cost
Monday- Thursday- $300 for 4 hours, $75 per add. hour Friday- $1,000 for 12 hours, $125 per add. hour Saturday- $1,600 for 12 hours, $125 per add. hour Sunday- $900 for 12 hours, $125 per add. hour
J. S. Bridwell Terrace
Landscaped with native plants, you can party under the beautiful Texas sky.
The J.S. Bridwell Terrace is a spacious uncovered area that is planted with native vegetation and illuminated with party lights.
Guest capacity
0-200 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Square footage
3,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Other, Elopement, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
Amenities include electricity and Wi-Fi. Seats approximately 200+.
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Forest Ceremony Site
Surrounded by native Texas trees this picturesque location is perfect for your wedding.
The Forest Ceremony Site is in the heart of our Bottomland Forest.
Guest capacity
0-130 Seated
Up to 130 Standing
Square footage
1,300
Ideal for
Wedding reception
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
Amenities include wooden bench seating, a wooden walkway, a large rustic arbor made of native old wood branches from our forest, wooden decking, and electricity. Seats approximately 130+.
Rotary North Library
This inside space is the perfect place to get ready for your special day.
This functional space can be converted into a bridal or groom prep room.
Guest capacity
Up to 10 Seated
Up to 10 Standing
Square footage
270
Ideal for
Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Amenities include pull down blinds, tables, Wi-Fi, two full-length mirrors, and chairs.
Available services that can be provided by River Bend Nature Center
Services & amenities
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event rentals
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
1 review
Beautiful, afforfable venue
River Bend Nature Center was the perfect place to have my wedding. The staff was incredibly helpful, and the venue met all of my expectations.
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