11 of Lubbock’s Top Venues for Mid-Sized Groups

By: Chaney Anderson

From local wineries to hotels and museums, Lubbock is home to various venues that offer a unique setting for the ultimate experience in Hub City. If you’re planning a corporate gathering, offsite meeting during a conference or networking event, look no further than our suggestions below for mid-sized groups ranging from 50 to 250 guests.

McPherson Cellars

What was once a Coca-Cola bottling plant in Lubbock’s Depot Entertainment District is now McPherson Cellars, a winery boasting more than 650 awards and a popular venue for weddings, corporate gatherings, meetings and social events. McPherson Cellars’ event center features a charming industrial aesthetic and space for up to 250 people, allowing them to accommodate a variety of events.

Llano Estacado Winery

Another premier winery near Lubbock and the second oldest in the Lone Star State, Llano Estacado Winery has several on-site venues available for reservation. The Banquet Room features beautiful wood floors and lighting and can accommodate up to 200 guests seated or 300 in cocktail style. Meanwhile, the tasting room can seat 50 or fit 100 with cocktail tables and includes a gorgeous wraparound patio overlooking the estate vineyard. Take it over the top and set up your dining in the vineyard, where you can seat up to 300. Rental of the facility includes tables, chairs, oak aging barrel accent pieces, and a breathtaking view.

American Windmill Museum

Share with your attendees how the West was won at the American Windmill Museum. Visitors can see windmills from the old Dutch-style windmill to the modern wind turbine. The venue can accommodate up to 300 guests in one space complete with a 6,000-square-foot handpainted mural. The stunning piece of art depicts the many forms and transitions of wind power in America.

Arbor Hotel & Conference Center

The Arbor Hotel & Conference Center is a popular meeting venue for associations, corporations and organizations to host their seminars, banquets and retreats. The Arbor’s Legacy Conference Center seats up to 160 with a dance floor or 192 without. You’ll also have the option to access three smaller meeting rooms, pre-function space, high-speed Wi-Fi and AV equipment. Plus, your attendees can stay in the Arbor Hotel & Conference Center’s comfortable guest rooms, take advantage of the pool or workout in the fitness center.

Bayer Museum of Agriculture

The mission of the Bayer Museum of Agriculture is to preserve the history of, tell the story of and instill pride in American agriculture and values. When you host an event here, you engage your attendees in the agriculture heritage and culture Lubbock is known for. Rental of the Plains Cotton Growers Conference Center, which holds up to 300 in rounds of eight, includes use of the catering kitchen, patio, tables, chairs, podium and AV necessities.

Cagle Steaks

A local favorite, Cagle Steaks offers guests the western experience with incredible food. Cagle’s eight private party buildings range in size and atmosphere. Rooms perfect for mid-sized groups include the Rafters Building (seats 80 to 400 guests and includes a dance floor), the Townhouse (houses 60 to 120 and has an adjacent courtyard with fire pit), the Western upscale North Fork room (best for up to 65) and the Cookhouse (accommodates 35 to 55).

LHUCA

LHUCA is one of the first places visitors like to scope out the thriving art scene in Lubbock. Needless to say, this vibrant, colorful venue is also one of the top event spaces in town. The Christine DeVitt Exhibition Hall offers great lighting, contemporary art and space for 300 seated or 350 standing. For smaller groups of between 80 and 100, opt for the Helen DeVitt Jones Studio Gallery. The Firehouse Theatre is perfect for performances, lectures and film screenings and seats 159. Another option is the Christine DeVitt Icehouse, the better choice for larger events as it includes a dance floor with space for 240 seated or 280 standing.

Museum of Texas Tech University

Elevate your event among the art, cultural, and historical exhibits at the Museum of Texas Tech University. The museum offers several space options with a variety of capacities, including the Helen Devitt Jones Auditorium (seats up to 287), the Green Room (seats up to 53 and includes an LCD projection system) and the Kline Room (seats up to 88). Use of the museum’s kitchen, piano and small stage are included in your rental.

Silent Wings Museum

Step back in time and host your event among the glider planes and exhibits of the Silent Wing Museum. This museum presents the history of the World War II military glider program and fully immerses guests in the patriotic swing-music era of the early 1940s. The Hangar Gallery (accommodates 120 in rounds or 378 reception-style) and Patriot Plaza (open space with engraved bricks in front of the museum with no real limit to the size of a group) are both available to rent.

Spirit Ranch

Giant green trees, roaming peacocks and a babbling brook make Spirit Ranch a highly sought-after venue. The oversized windows in The Pavilion frame the view perfectly for up to 400 (200 inside, 200 outside). If you’re looking for something a bit more intimate, the Canyon House offers a private kitchen and bar, fireplace and screened-in porch that can accommodate 50 inside and 100 outside.

Cotton Court Hotel

A modern hotel with a rustic twist is a must for your next event. The Cotton Court can hold small meetings for 10 guests, or events with as many as 250 attendees. A unique feature is the ability to reserve hotel rooms to go along with your event. There is also complimentary wifi, expert-level audiovisual services, menu services by celebrity chef Angie Ragan and so much more!

What are some of your favorite venues in Lubbock? Share your thoughts and experiences with us on social using #VisitLubbock. Whether you’re planning a mid-size event or looking for something a little smaller, we would love to help! Contact us or submit your RFP and we’ll work with you to make your next Hub City event a success.