Community and Private Events

Please note that Open Gates is currently unavailable for private events as it is undergoing construction.

Open Gates offers elegant conference and event spaces with full-service amenities. It is available for all non-UTMB events when the activity is consistent with UTMB’s mission and goals. In addition, faculty, staff, students, Development Board members and President’s Cabinet members may host private events in the facility as availability permits. (fees apply) 

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Rental Fees

Open Gates Rental Fee (per day):

Entire First Floor $500
Entire Second Floor $500
Entire House $1000

Reservations will not be confirmed more than 6 months in advance.  For additional information, call us at (409) 747-6753 or email Tilly Clark at taclark@utmb.edu.

General Policies and Special Arrangements

Food/Beverage and Room Set-Up

  • Rooms come with tables and chairs, however, they are not set up. Room setup, food and beverages in all facilities MUST be provided exclusively by the department of Catering  (Policy 2.6.9, Food Services Policy). Click Place a Catering Order or you may contact Catering at (409) 747-6735 or email catering@utmb.edu to discuss menu and pricing. A fee will be assessed by this department.
  • Special requests for items not routinely provided on the UTMB's catering menu may be arranged through Catering office.
  • All orders must be confirmed by two (2) business days prior to the event.
  • Modifications, including confirmation of the number of attendees or cancellations, can be made up to 2 business days before the event. To make changes, click the pink button on your catering confirmation. No changes will be accepted less than two business days in advance.

Alcohol

  • Alcohol services is allowed only after 5 p.m., Monday – Friday, unless if served in a Special Use Facility, when serving can begin at 4 p.m.
  • Alcohol must be served by the Department of Catering and cannot leave the facility.
  • All events serving alcohol on campus must provide an approved Alcohol Service Request form to the Department of Catering prior to the event.

Audio/Visual Equipment

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