Venue RentalThank you for considering The Parador for your special celebration. We offer private use of our Historic Venue, which is located in the Museum District near the Medical Center. The Parador hosts one event each day, so you and your guests will be able to celebrate in an intimate setting, without running into any other wedding parties or events! Monday through Thursday Daytime of Complete Facility (between 9am and 3pm) - $1500 Monday through Thursday Evening of Complete Facility (between 4pm and Midnight) - $3500 Friday Evening with The Duomo and Gardens Only (between 4pm and 2am) - $4300 Friday Evening of Complete Facility (between 4pm and 2am) - $5500 Saturday of Complete Facility (any 10 hours of your choice, no earlier than 9am and no later than 2am) - $7000 Sunday of Complete Facility (any 8 hours of your choice, no earlier than 9am and no later than 12am) - $4000 -Rental times include all vendor setup, event time and all vendor breakdown-Venue Rental does not include cost for security guards as well as refundable damage deposit-Holiday rates and three day holiday weekends are subject to additional fees and charges-The Parador Outdoor Candle Package is available for an additional fee of $350 to add ambiance to the Gardens with lantern stakes along the walkway and votives and lanterns hanging in the trees.
These Amenities are Included in your Rental by The Parador – (30) 60" Round Tables (seats 8-10) (350) Chiavari Chairs for the Ceremony (Inside) and/or Reception (200) White Resin Garden Chairs (6) 30" Cocktail High Tables (4) 36” Round Tables (4) 48” Round Tables (9) 6’ x 30” Tables (25) Wrought Iron Scroll Centerpiece with Glass Insert and Battery Operated Ivory Pillar Candle Votive Candles (4) on each of your guest table, votive candles on each of the window sills throughout The Duomo a Room and The Cloister Room as well as Cake Table and Sign In Table. Floor length linens for all tables provided by The Parador. Clients have a choice of Chocolate Brown or Ivory in a Pin Tuck Linen or Matte Satin Linen (please note that tables & linens for the buffet line are NOT provided by The Parador). Napkins will be provided in the same color as the chosen color for the guest tables. Upgraded Linen for the Cake Table and/or Sign-In Table (2 total).
Client can choose from either an Ivory Linen with an Ivory Rosette Overlay, an Ivory Satin Pleated Linen or a Chocolate Brown Crinkle Taffeta Linen. Complimentary Table Numbers Stands (3) Complimentary Standing Easels Bookings and Reservation Deposit In order to secure your special date, a fifty percent (50) deposit of the room rental cost is required. Dates are booked on a first-come first-serve basis. This non-refundable room rental may be in cash or check when securing your date. All checks must have your current address and daytime phone numbers. Please place your event date on your checks and payments as well. The remaining amount must be paid in full six (6) months prior to the event date. The mailing address is 2021 Binz, Houston, Texas 77004. Once a client has booked with The Parador they are required to book with a Caterer within six (6) months of securing their date with The Parador. If Client secures The Parador less than six (6) months prior to their event, The Parador requires Client to book Caterer within one (1) month of the date The Parador was secured.
Security / Damage Deposit / Valet Services The Parador requires that all events have security in place from start to finish and will arrange for this service. The Parador will determine how many guards are necessary depending on the number of your anticipated guests. Each Security Guard is $40.00 per hour with a four (4) hour minimum and the estimated total is due thirty (30) days prior to the event date. At least one Security Guard will stay on site until all vendors have left the facility. Any additional fees above the estimated amount will be deducted from the Damage Deposit. If the fee is less than estimated, it will be refunded. A refundable damage deposit is due for all events ($1000.00), which is due thirty (30) days before the event date. Valet Services, if requested, are booked by The Parador as well as the number of Valet Attendants needed for each event. Hermann Park Conservancy is pleased to offer exciting options for you or your child's next birthday party!
Birthday parties are hosted in the Brown Volunteer Center near the pedal boat lagoon just off Lake Plaza. Call Visitor Services at 713-526-2183 to discuss dates and availability of the space and of the Hermann Park Train for private rental. Private train availability is from 8 to 10 a.m. daily. Add a private train ride on to your next birthday party for an experience guests won't soon forget. The Brown Volunteer is located adjacent to Pinewood Cafe behind the pedal boat lagoon. The cafe's address is 6104 Hermann Park Drive. Brown Volunteer Center Party Packages Party Package # 1 (Base Package) - $250
Private decorated party room w/patio (room decorated with chosen theme)
Dedicated party hostSpecial gift for the birthday child6-ft. cake table
4-ft. children’s tables
Children's chairsSet up and clean up1 gift pack of 10 train tickets (+$3.50 for each additional guest)Solid Color Party Supplies for 10 guests (+$2 for each additional guest); includes: plates, cups, napkins, utensils, and hatsSpace rental is for two hours Capacity is 20 people inside and 40 outside
Party Package # 2 - $500
Private train ride for you and your guestsA happy birthday song tribute
Birthday banner for train
Private decorated party room w/patio (room decorated with chosen theme)
Dedicated party host
Special gift for the birthday child
6-ft. cake table
4-ft. children’s tables
Children’s chairs
Set up and clean up
Solid Color Party Supplies for 10 guests (+$2 for each additional guests); Available Themes
Contact the Visitor Services office for available themes Birthday Party Add-Ons
Solid Color Helium Balloons $1.00 each Private Train Ride - $300
Call Visitor Services at 713-526-2183 to discuss availability of the Hermann Park Train for private rental and exclusive access to outdoor or indoor space to carry on with your party after the ride. Private Train Access Availability: 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. daily Private Train Ride Optional Add-ons A happy birthday song tribute Birthday banner for train Brown Volunteer Center base package is $250.