Facility Rentals

ROOM VIEWING
Monday—Friday
8:30 am—5:00 pm
For after hours viewing please call site to make an appointment.

RENTAL HOURS
Daily: 8:00 am—10:00 pm(Community and Senior Center)
Saturday and Sunday: 8:00 am—6:00 pm (Memorial Park Building)

1. Closed on City Holidays
2. There is a 4-hour minimum rental time. When calculating rental times, please include at least one hour for set up and one hour for cleanup to your event time.
3. Rental time includes set up, clean up, decorating, and catering.
4. Events can be held until 10:00 pm. Clean-up after the event must be complete by 11:00 pm.

Senior Center - 846 Masonic Ave - (510)524-9122

• Senior Center Large Room Layout(PDF, 16KB)
• Senior Center South Room Layout(PDF, 19KB)

Community Center - 1249 Marin Ave - (510) 524-9283

• Community Center Hall Layout(PDF, 2MB)
• Community Center Rooms 1 & 2 Layout(PDF, 2MB)
• Community Center EOC Room Layout(PDF, 2MB)

Memorial Park Building - 1331 Portland Ave -(510)559-7220

• MemorialParkBuildingLayout.pdf(PDF, 78KB)

• Free Parking
• Free Wi-Fi
• ADA Accessible
• Table/Chair Set up & Take Down
• Heating & Air Conditioning
• Various Sized Meeting Room
• Great Natural Lighting
• Commercial Size Kitchen(only at Community Center)
• Close to Freeway/Public Transit

1. Please review the Facility-Rental-Guide-FY26.pdf(PDF, 12MB)
2. Please fill out Facility-Rental-Application-CCSC.pdf(PDF, 120KB) or Memorial-Facility-Rental-Application.pdf(PDF, 298KB)
3. Send in application to recinfo@albanyca.org or drop off to 1249 Marin Ave. 
4. Applications are tentative until City staff has contacted you with confirmed approval
5. Deposit will be due upon confirmation of rental availability

Application Process: 

1. Applications are accepted up to one year in advance, on a first come, first serve basis.
2. Applications are tentative a confirmation is receive. Applications will be reviewed and applicant will be notified of decision within 5 business days.
3. Applications are to be completed and signed by the person responsible for the rental. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.
4. Fees are determined by residency and organization status.
5.  The damage deposit and 50% of all rental fees are due when event date is confirmed by City staff. 

1. Rental Fees are hourly based, with a 4-hour minimum.
2.  A $300 refundable damage deposit is due when date is confirmed along with 50% of rental fees. The deposit will be returned after the event; there could be a deduction if the room is damaged. Allow 3 weeks to process.
3. The remaining fee balance is due 45 days prior to event. Tables, chairs, and setup/break down are included in rental fee.
4. Events with more than 100 guests or any event serving alcohol will need event liability insurance. Liability insurance is the responsibility of the applicant.
5. In securing  liability insurance, name the “City of Albany” as an additional insured party with coverage that meets minimum policy standards.
6.  Policy Standard:
   1.  General Event Liability coverage in the amount of $2,000,000.00
   2. .Name on Insurance same as Name on Application
   3. Name City of Albany, 1000 San Pablo, CA 94706, as additional insured.
7.  Insurance certificate due minimum 14 days prior to event date.   

1. Facility Staff will set up and break down tables and chairs for the event.
2. Recycling, compost, trash receptacles will be provided in each rental space. Please do your part to recycle, reduce and reuse.
3. Parking lot is located behind the Community Center. Street parking is available; please be respectful of our neighbors.
4.  The kitchen is only available in conjunction with the Community Hall.
5. All kitchen users must contact the Alameda County Department of Environmental Health for regulations and restrictions. Permits and certifications may be required.
6. No food preparation or barbecues are permitted on the patio. No fires of any size or kind (including candles) are allowed on the building grounds.
7. All exits and exit signs must be  kept clear and unobstructed at all times.
8. Please respect our neighbors and play music (live or DJ) at a reasonable volume.
9. Refrain  from using dry ice, birdseed, flower petals, loose glitter, or confetti inside or outside the facility.
10. Only use painter’s tape when decorating. Decorations are subject to approval before use. Do not glue, staple, or nail anything to walls or doors.
11.  Smoke/fog machines are prohibited.
12.  Smoking is prohibited inside the building. Stay 30 ft. away from the property if smoking.

1.  If an applicant wishes to cancel their event, a written cancellation letter must be submitted to the City of Albany at recinfo@albanyca.org.
2.  Cancellation fewer than 60 days before the event will result in loss of deposit.
3. The City of Albany reserves the right to reschedule, relocate or cancel a previously scheduled rental. The City will provide as much advance notice as possible in this event. 

Alcohol & Security 

1. Any event serving alcohol must retain a $50 City of Albany Alcohol permit, which can be attained through the Recreation & Community Services Department.
2. Event Security is required when an event has 95 or more attendees or alcohol is present. Security will be scheduled & invoiced with your rental contract.
3.  If alcohol is purchased through tickets, tokens, or admission as part of your event, an ABC liquor license is required.
4.  Alcoholic beverages are not permitted outside of the facilities.