The Shed does not have air conditioning; however, it has four high-powered fans to help make the space more comfortable. For cooler temperatures, the Shed has six installed heaters. With the heaters and fans on, and the curtains closed, the heat fills the space to make it more comfortable. However, please keep in mind that the Shed is a covered, outdoor space, and as such, the temperature of the space will be directly affected by the weather.
Yes. The cost to reserve Martin Alley for your event is a flat rental fee of $250.
Catering is available from select restaurants. For a full list visit this link. We do not permit any other outside food or homemade food.
Private bar service in your event space is available upon request. This option provides added convenience and flexibility for your guests. Alternatively, guests are welcome to purchase beverages directly from our bars located on campus (Old Fifth & Charlie Foster’s).
Yes, a birthday cake or cupcakes are allowed.
All setup and teardown—including catering—must be within your rental window. If you want your party to continue, you will need to move to the common Stovehouse space. We keep a tight schedule of private rentals that includes cleaning time.
Prior to your event, an Experience Manager will contact you to ask how you’d like the room to be set up. We are happy to offer suggestions based on your headcount and event needs.
Table dimensions:
4-top tables: 30 inches tall and 3ft x 3ft square across.
High-top tables: 42.5inches tall and 23.5inch round top.
Tablecloths, floral arrangements, or centerpieces may be used to decorate the tables. Balloons and free-standing decorations are also allowed. Do not hang decorations or signs on painted walls. No glitter or confetti is allowed. The renter is obligated to cover any damages done to the room during their event.
Please keep in mind that this is an outdoor space, so the breeze is something to keep in mind when trying to display table cards or other table decorations.
No, we do not. Our tables are very nice and go with the unique industrial theme of the Shed. While we feel tablecloths are not necessary to ensure your event looks great, you are welcome to bring in your own tablecloths if desired.
In the Shed, there is an audio rack on the left side of the Martin Stovehouse Mural Wall. Inside you can control the audio levels and fans. Please call 256-957-6101 during your event for assistance.
Yes! However, anything beyond a solo musician must be prepared to provide all their own sound equipment. The Shed is simply equipped with a sound system including a 3.5mm input for music, along with 1 microphone and stand.
Optional Add-Ons: Portable TV and Staging
If you would like the curtains open or closed for greater privacy, please call 256-957-6101 for assistance. You may pull them back to the tie-backs whenever you wish.
For events on Mondays-Fridays before 4PM, there will be an Experience Manager available to you who can be reached at 256-957-6100.
For all events Mondays-Fridays after 4PM and all events on Saturdays & Sundays, there will be Campus Host available to you who can be reached at 256-957-6101 during your event.
The Shed is located directly across from public restrooms.
Yes, we require a nonrefundable deposit to book the space! This nonrefundable deposit will be 60% of the room rental costs.
Along with this deposit, we do require a signature on the Venue License Agreement. All final payments are due 14 days prior to your event date. *Should you book within 14 days, your payment will be due in full with the signed Venue License Agreement in order to book the space.