Event Rental

Facility & Event Rental

Atlanta Contemporary Art Center (ACAC) is a unique event space well-suited to host a wide range of events including:
  • Wedding ceremonies and receptions
  • Private parties
  • Corporate meetings
  • Photo, video, and film shoots
Built in the 1920s, ACAC is a 30,000 square foot former warehouse that was converted into galleries, offices, and artist studios in the 1990s and is now one of the premier contemporary art organizations in the southeast. Event rentals can include use of our outdoor spaces, our loft-like lobby, and entry to our exhibitions for your guests. Our unique venue includes free parking, great bar packages, and client-oriented events staff.

ACAC is located in the Westside Arts District along the Marietta Street Artery corridor, a neighborhood of lofts, galleries, restaurants, and shops. We are adjacent to the Georgia Tech campus, and only minutes away from Centennial Olympic Park, CNN Center, Georgia Aquarium, Georgia World Congress Center, World of Coca‐Cola, and midtown and downtown hotels and restaurants.

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Capacity

ACAC functions primarily as an exhibition space and capacity varies based on whether or not an exhibition is installed. During an exhibition we can comfortably accommodate an indoor seated dinner for up to 120 people, or a cocktail and hors d’oeuvres reception for up to 250 people. Between exhibitions (four times per year), the space is more flexible and can accommodate an indoor seated dinner for up to 300 people, or a cocktail and hors d’oeuvres reception for up to 450 people. Our outdoor pavilion can accommodate 300 guests for seated dining, or 400 for a cocktail-style reception or ceremony. Our intimate studio courtyard can accommodate 100 seated guests, and up to 200 for cocktails.

Rental Times

ACAC is available for rental during public hours and weekdays/nights, please contact the Event Coordinator for restrictions and details. Public hours are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 11:00am–5:00pm, Thursdays 11:00am–8:00pm, and Saturdays 11:00am–5:00pm. ACAC is closed to the public on Sundays and Mondays. Normal public hours do not apply when we are between exhibitions. Event set-up can occur prior to closing at 5pm but the event itself cannot start before 5pm.

Rental Fees

All rental fees are based on a 7-hour window including setup and breakdown. Additional hours are $300/hour. An off-hours surcharge will apply for event times between 1am and 9am, and for holidays. Rental fees do not include staff time, security officer(s), or bar package (if applicable). Non-profit rates available, please contact Events Coordinator. Rental fees:

  • Tuesday-Friday evenings, $2,000
  • Saturday evenings, $2,500
  • Sunday or Monday, days or evenings, $2,000
Rental fees include use of approximately 20,000 square feet of the facility including indoor and outdoor spaces (see Event Rental Info sheet for breakdown of spaces).

Rental Deposit and Damage Deposit

Deposits are required to secure the date of an event. A deposit of 50% of the event rental fee is due upon signing of the rental contract. The balance of the rental fee is due 30 days prior to the event. A refundable $500 damage deposit is due by check 30 days prior to the event.

Caterers

ACAC does not have a preferred caterer list. The renter may use any properly licensed and insured caterer.

Alcoholic Beverages

ACAC has a full liquor license therefore all alcoholic beverages must be provided through us. We offer several affordable bar packages with prices available upon request.


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Inquiries

For info about our space or to check availability, contact:
Loran Hamilton, Events Coordinator
404.688.1970 x212, lhamilton@thecontemporary.org

Please have ready the date, number of guests, and type of event that you would like to host. ACAC is happy to reserve your preferred date for one week with no obligation to rent.

For more details, download our Event Rental Info sheet HERE.