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Historic. Affordable. Unique.
The Venue 116 is a historic event venue located in Brookshire, Texas, 15 minutes west of Katy, TX. Originally established in 1936 as a working Cotton Gin, this venue has been recently renovated to provide unique event space that is perfect for your wedding, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, and any other special event in your life.
Facilities and Capacity
Our 11,000-square-foot venue will comfortably hold 150-200 people for your ceremony or reception. Indoor and Outdoor options allow for different seating styles. Our catering kitchen allows outside catering, providing you the flexibility of having the wedding of your dreams, within in your budget.
Services Offered
The Venue 116 offers flexibility to build a unique custom package that compliments your vision, within your budget. Multiple indoor & outdoor ceremony and reception options can be customized to your design, combined with superior service in a venue that is affordable.
Whether you are a do-it-yourself (DIY) couple, desire an inclusive package, or somewhere in between, The Venue 116 can help you every step of the way!
Our couples' average budgets range $15,000-$20,000 depending upon event size and desired vision. We can accommodate couples with budgets above and below this range.
Venue rental includes:
- New option of choice of 4 different style backdrop (cathedral arch, double loop, geometric shape & arbor)
- Table decor options to choose from
- 11-hour rental - exclusive access to venue & grounds
- Tables, chairs, linens.
- Exterior Courtyard access including decorative iron framed pavilion & stone fountain.
- Use of our Champagne Suite with private restroom facilities, hair and makeup space, and lots of seating!
- Use of our Whiskey Lounge.
- Staff members onsite throughout the evening to assist.
- Indoor bathrooms (wheelchair accessible);
- Private parking;
- Venue set up & tear down;
Add-on package options
- DJ/Entertainment/Event Decor
- Catering & Bar Service w/ china & glassware
- Host Provided Bar
History
This 80-year-old cotton gin was originally known as Donigan’s Gin, bearing a special place in the hearts of many locals. The 1930's registry of Texas Gins and Ginners categorized all the gins throughout the country, giving this one the unique identifier of 116. Originally purchased in 1998 as headquarters for an engineering services company, the venue underwent a complete renovation in 2023 with local contractors to develop an inviting setting for all events.
For more information visit us at www.thevenue116.com
- Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions
Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?
Yes
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?
$4,400
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?
$2,400
Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?
Yes
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?
$4,400
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?
$2,400
Which of the following are included in starting site fee?
Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
What is the starting price per person for bar service?
$15
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Signature Drink
What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?
1
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
2
Describe your venue:
Historic Building
What kind of settings are available?
Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor
Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?
Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner
What event services do you offer?
Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi
What bar services do you provide?
Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Signature Drink
What event items are available?
Aisle Markers
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables
What food and beverage items are available?
Linens
What transportation and access is available?
Parking
Wheelchair Access
What months are included in your peak season?
February
March
April
May
September
October
November
December
What months are included in your off-peak season?
January
June
July
August
Reviews of The Venue 116
Saben Sent on 01/13/2025
5 out of 5 rating
The perfect venue for my dream wedding!
Venue 116 and the staff were PHENOMENAL throughout the entire wedding process. I had many guests complimenting the venue and saying it was the most beautiful wedding they'd ever been to! I absolutely recommend Venue 116 to any couple looking for a nice mix of elegant and rustic! The venue staff were polite, professional, and wonderful overall on our wedding night. Throughout the planning process I worked with Katie, who was SO patient, kind, professional, and flexible with her time. We live 3 hours from the venue, but she was more than willing to accommodate in person and virtual meeting times that worked for us. I am also not the most decisive person, however Katie was unbothered and very patient with me when making decisions, while also kindly providing input when asked! The owner of the venue was also very kind... despite our minimal interactions, they still went above and beyond behind the scenes for us to make sure we had what we wanted/needed for our dream wedding. I wish I could re-marry my husband at this venue every year!!
Alexandra Sent on 04/25/2021
5 out of 5 rating
The most beautiful day of our lives!
My wife and I had our wedding at this amazing venue and absolutely loved the outdoor and indoor combination. The venue coordinators were very kind to us and attentive to our needs throughout our planning. They offer the choice of having a DIY wedding, which was perfect for us. An overall beautiful place to host a wedding or any other big event.
Ashley Sent on 10/15/2020
5 out of 5 rating
Great to Work With
I am the founder/lead planner of Ashley Rachelle Events and had the pleasure of working with Melissa & Marlene at Cotton Gin No. 116 this past weekend for my client's wedding. These ladies are fabulous to work with, always available when I had questions, and we're extremely helpful day-of. The venue is historic and super cute, and I highly recommend the Cotton Gin! I can't wait for the opportunity to work with them again!
Shelby Sent on 04/01/2020
5 out of 5 rating
Excellent Venue!
It has been 2 months since we got married at the Cotton Gin No. 116 and we are still amazed by how perfect our wedding was. Helen and her team went over and beyond for our rehearsal dinner, wedding ceremony and reception. Cole and I fell in love with this venue the moment we walked into the Cotton Gin. Helen is very professional, has an eye for detail and wants to give you the wedding of your dreams. Helen was there every step of the way. Our rehearsal dinner was fiesta themed and amazing! The food... was absolutely delicious! We could not have asked for a more beautiful day for our wedding. The outdoor ceremony was perfect and everything we wanted. Our friends and family were raving about the venue, decoration and food for days! The price for the package is unbelievable and includes so much. I highly recommend The Cotton Gin No. 116 and you will not regret having your special day at this beautiful venue! Helen and the Cotton Gin hold a very special place in our heart.
-Cole & Shelby
-Cole & Shelby
Deniz Sent on 07/06/2019
5 out of 5 rating
Magic Wedding!
1 month ago we got married at Cotton Gin No. 116, the most romantic, historic and magical venue. There was nothing normal about our day, everything was exquisite. There is something extraordinary about planning a dream, and executing a vision and we will be forever grateful to the them for making that happen for us. Every tiny little detail we wanted, they wholeheartedly did for us. Not only is it an outstanding location, Kim and Helen are really wonderful humans. Each one of our guests felt so welcome, and we all just felt true love and happiness that day as we celebrated our highly anticipated marriage. Our ceremony was crafted for us and felt so authentic, and our reception was the best dance party we could ever ask for! The food was absolutely delicious and we felt welcome every step of the way. Helen made sure all the many details for our tables and decoration looked as we wanted, and all of our flowers were beautiful! and deliciously wild- like us. All our guests were complimenting the unique venue and its broad history, and we left in total bliss that night. A simple thank you will never be enough: Cotton Gin No. 116, we
James Sent on 01/04/2019
5 out of 5 rating
Excellent, Highly Reccomended
The experience at Cotton Gin 116 was wonderful, they answered all of our questions (which we had a lot of) and were extremely accommodating to our desires. The interior design and work that went into restoring the Cotton Gin is astounding. The venue just opened and I highly recommend checking them out!
Lissa Sent on 09/25/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Where to start....there are so many wonderful amazing things to say about this place and the people that run it I don’t even know where to start...let me first say that I was hooked on this place from the moment I walked in the door and saw such originality and beauty I knew I didn’t need to look any where else...we had my sons and his now wife’s rehearsal dinner here at The Cotton Gin No.116 and it was hands down the most beautiful event of any kind I’ve ever seen!!!! Working with Kim Montgomery was such a delight...she literally either had everything I needed or got what ever I needed and the entire event went perfectly smoothly without a single hitch and it was the first event for this newly rebuilt Cotton Gin!!! I honestly can’t say enough good about this place and it’s unique beauty...for us there was a special connection on top of this unique venue which is the fact that I come from a family of cotton growers and my son whose rehearsal dinner was here is in the produce business now and has his own cotton fields and pockets and ginning equipment so that was just another plus for us but the attraction to this place went way beyond that....I would reccomend this place to anyone for any occasion!!!! A big thank you to Kim Montgomery for making this special occasion for us a perfect night!!! ❤️
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The Venue 116 frequently asked questions
The Venue 116 includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
- Bridal Suite
- Chairs
- Clean Up
- Linens
- Parking
- Set Up
- Tables
The bar service starting price at The Venue 116 includes:
- Bartender(s)
- Open Bar
- Signature Drink
The space offered by The Venue 116 for wedding events is known for:
- Historic Building
The Venue 116 offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
- Indoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
The Venue 116 offers the following types of wedding events:
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Elopements
- Rehearsal Dinner
The Venue 116 offers the following services for wedding events:
- Accommodations
- Bar Services
- Catering Services
- Clean Up
- Get Ready Rooms
- Liability Insurance
- Outside Vendors
- Pet Friendly
- Wifi
The Venue 116 offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
- Aisle Markers
- Altar/Arch
- Audio Equipment
- Centerpieces
- Chairs
- Decor
- Furniture
- Lighting
- Photo booth
- Tables
The Venue 116 is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.