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Union Merchant gtx

Georgetown, TX
4.9 out of 5 rating, 30 Reviews
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30 Reviews
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    Bre Sent on 01/13/2021
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    Selling our wedding date

    We are selling our wedding date: Saturday, August 7, 2021.
    Please get in touch if you want to take our date!
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    Micah Sent on 01/02/2020
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    Beautiful venue and professional staff

    We had a beautiful winter wedding at the Union! We didn’t have a wedding planner the Union has optional all-inclusive packages which made it ten times easier to plan the whole wedding. Morghan was very responsive and helpful!

    Union Merchant gtx's reply:

    Thank you so much for the kind words, Micah! We loved working with you, Taylor and your families! Happy New Year! We wish you the best! :)
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    Anita Sent on 10/10/2019
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    Perfect Venue for Our Wedding

    We knew The Union on Eighth was the place we wanted when we visited. I love the design, which makes decorating easy because it doesn't need to be dressed up that much. We also loved that it was spacious (we had about 150 guests) yet felt intimate. The twinkle lights outside were perfect for our final couples dance! Also, working with The Union team (Katy and Morghan) was professional and easy-going. I'm so glad we got married here!
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    Jacey Sent on 08/20/2019
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    Absolutely perfect!!!

    My husband and I got married here mid June and oh my goodness.... so beautiful!!! Morghan and Katy were phenomenal to work with! They were so helpful to make sure the Union was perfect for our wedding. It is the most gorgeous venue inside and out!! It makes for beautiful pictures and gives off such a romantic feeling. Absolutely perfect!! Highly highly recommend!!

    Union Merchant gtx's reply:

    Thank you for the kind words, Jacey! You and your family were an absolute joy to work with! We wish you all the best!!
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    Hannah C. Sent on 08/23/2019
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    All Things Natural and Effortless!

    Our experience with The Union could not have possibly gone any better! They were incredibly personable and so quick to respond when we first inquired, and our first visit/venue tour was very personal and thorough. We fell in love with it instantly. You could tell they cared deeply about their space both in the way they cherished its history and honored/enhanced the natural beauty of it in the process of renovations. An airstream trailer, climbing vines, exposed wood, incredible bathrooms, beautiful lights- it was a dream. They worked effortlessly with us as well as our coordinator throughout the entire planning process. We were overjoyed to have our wedding in their venue- it was everything we could have wanted!

    Union Merchant gtx's reply:

    Wow Hannah, that was so incredibly sweet! You were incredibly fun to work with and the wedding was just gorgeous! We can't wait to continue sharing photos! :) Cheers to a long, happy marriage!
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    Kaitlin C. Sent on 10/27/2020
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    Beautiful + Unique Wedding Venue!!! LOVED IT

    The Union on Eighth perfectly captures the funk of Austin and charm of Georgetown, TX. It has three spaces to host a ceremony, cocktail hour and reception ... all of which bring their own uniqueness to the space. The team at Union was not just a venue -- they were incredibly helpful throughout the planning process. We found some of our best vendors (food, coordinator, etc) through their recommendations. We couldn't be happier to have chosen this venue and team. Union on Eighth made our wedding day memories that much more special!!
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    Liz Sent on 07/18/2018
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    The Union on 8th was perfect for us. It was everything we were looking for in a venue. Cute, historical, industrial but not cold. I was in search of a venue with personality and one that spoke for itself without needing to fill it up with a bunch of decorations. I wanted something that would be the backdrop to my minimalist vibe and the Union was it. Size wise it was perfect as well. We had a small wedding of about 80 people which made it possible to have both the ceremony and dinner inside without having to flip the room. The yard they have is beautiful but I didn't want my guests (or my make up) to melt in the Texas summer heat so we only used it for cocktail hour and for those that wanted to escape the dance floor. The metal doors of the bridal suite made the perfect backdrop to our ceremony. I also was thrilled that it included the wooden chairs and farm tables which are the perfect compliment to the space. All of our guest kept commenting on how unique and cool of a place it was. Katie was super easy to work with and very accommodating of all our needs.
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    Britni Sent on 07/24/2018
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    The Union on Eighth had the exact look we were hoping for in regards to our wedding, the minute we saw it we knew it was for us. We wanted simplicity and to take advantage of the natural beauty within the walls of the Union. I have always been a simple person when it comes to floral arrangements and décor – this venue is so naturally stunning with its architectural features and garden feel it truly doesn’t need much. Katy was great to work with! This venue was the perfect size for our wedding – we had about 120 guests and it was easy to work the room to see and talk to everyone. The tables and chairs compliment the space very well. The details are beautiful – even in the bathroom! I highly recommend this venue – top quality and top value! If I could do this day over and over again - I would still choose The Union!
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    Amanda Sent on 06/08/2018
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    The Union was the perfect venue for our intimate wedding. The venue itself is so beautiful and did not require much to make it romantic at all. Just everything about the venue from the lighting to the structure and all the details was perfectly designed. Our family and friends raved about it for days! Katy, the owner, is an absolute doll to work with! She was very accommodating and responded in a timely manner. I can't imagine my wedding day anywhere else, but here. Plus, Georgetown is such a cute and quaint city. Everyone is so friendly here!
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    D Sent on 05/19/2018
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    If we could give this venue 10 stars, we would. When we lost our venue due to the property selling, the owners of The Union on Eighth went above and beyond for us to host our wedding day there in less than 4 months. We can't explain enough how professional they were in their business. It was truly a blessing after the drama we went through. The Union was completely different from the garden venue we had but it worked wonderfully with our floral theme. In fact, the venue could host a number of different tastes and still look gorgeous. The lighting inside and out is a photographer's dream. TBH, my favorite part of the venue was the bathroom! So cool! I highly recommend hosting your event with these fine folks. Thanks, you guys!!! <3
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    Linsay Sent on 05/29/2018
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    The Union on Eighth is such a unique and beautiful venue!! We had our wedding reception at The Union on April 14, 2018 and it was absolutely perfect!! We’re still receiving compliments on how much everyone loved the venue! The neat ceilings and pretty courtyard were two of the big hits. I personally loved the farm style tables, they made the space feel and look welcoming to all. Katy is so sweet and was always communicative, quick to respond, and helpful answering my many questions. The manager on site the night of our wedding was also great. The complimentary valet parking service was very helpful and worked wonderfully for our guests. I hope I can attend future events at The Union, it’s such a breathtaking venue!!
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    Brittany Sent on 10/10/2017
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    The most beautiful venue! Lovely outdoor area, separate outdoor cocktail area, and a fantastic interior that is so great you really don't need much decor, as it would deter from the beauty of the place! Katy was accommodating in so many ways, and we were so fortunate that she offered us her venue with such short notice! She really did save our day!!
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    Tristin Sent on 06/04/2017
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    Look no further. Book this venue. I can't say enough about how beautiful it is. For such an open and "clean slate" venue, there are SO many sweet little details that make it so dreamy. I wish I could live there. Katy was so wonderful and accommodating in answering all my questions and working with us to make sure we had everything we needed on our wedding day. Go visit the venue and you won't turn back!
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    Allyson Sent on 10/13/2017
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    Union on Eighth made our wedding a dream come true. Katy was an absolute dream to work with - she was so responsive and helpful. I couldn't have imagined our wedding anywhere else!!
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    Hannah Sent on 10/04/2017
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    My husband and I got married in May at The Union and it exceeded our wildest expectations!! The building is so unique and offered the prettiest backdrop to the best day of our lives. We are so so so happy we picked The Union. Katy was so accommodating throughout the whole process and I can't thank her enough. Every inch of the space is beautiful!! We got so many compliments on the venue, people were in love with the character of the building. I wish we could get married to Nick again so I could dance under those beautiful lights in my dress again!

    It might seem a little smaller than the giant cookie-cutter venues we've become accustom to, but the space lends itself to add an intimate feel to your day. We fit over 170 people in the venue and didn't feel squished. The way the space is laid out is perfect for weddings!
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    Tabitha Sent on 10/04/2017
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    This venue was great and the management/owners were fantastic. They were both so calm and accommodating that it made my wedding planning so much more calm than any other venue.
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    C Sent on 02/28/2017
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    We contracted 11 months ago with Justin for our daughter's wedding, which was held this past Sat. Throughout the time leading up to the event, he was extremely accommodating by allowing various vendors to meet at the venue to check logistics. Communications were timely and thorough, including lots of suggestions to help plan our event. Justin was super flexible and easy to work with, while juggling the needs of multiple customers. The "day of" was terrific....completely set up early Sat morning...allowed plenty of time for decorations and vendor setups. The area with the Airstream worked out great to keep the groom and his guys separated from the bride. During the wedding, the venue manager was attentive and helpful. Guests raved about how much fun and unique the venue was.....our daughter thought it was the best day of her life! Highly recommend The Union.
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    Jamie Sent on 12/16/2014
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    My husband and I booked this venue in December of last year. At the time, it was unfinished and was still being redone. There were wood piles and dirt patches everywhere. Justin, the owner, gave us the tour and painted a very vivid picture of what they had in mind. The building has so much character and so much life. The history is literally in the walls and the rafters with markings on the wood from when it used to be an auto shop. We knew immediately that this building was it, booked it and we weren't even engaged yet.

    Justin is the most easy going person you will ever work with. His calm demeanor kept me calm, especially when I felt like I had no idea what I was doing. He always answered my questions promptly and kindly. He is also incredibly accommodating and helped us with some last minute rescheduling of the rehearsal and some last minute requests, in terms of venue decor.

    The time leading up to the wedding, I felt like my husband and I were able to watch and grow with this venue. Even though we'd only visited a couple times between our initial visit and the wedding, we felt a special connection the place. It is truly unique.

    The day of, we had about 90 guests or so. There was so much room for everything. We had a huge dance floor, 12 guest tables, 1 gift table, 2 dessert tables, 1 favor table, 1 bar, and 3-4 tables set up for catering. Since we scheduled our wedding for mid December, we anticipated having to do our ceremony indoors. The weather ended up being sunny with a high of 72 (that's Texas for you) so we had it outdoors. If we had to do the ceremony indoors, we easily could have done so without having to move any tables.

    We received so many compliments on the venue and how well it fit our personalities. The historic building is fitted with modern and industrial fixtures.There is a bridal suite and an airstream for the groomsmen.

    I had to cut this review short (I think I hit the character limit) but book this place and do it early!
  • User2029233 Sent on 02/02/2015
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    This venue is absolutely incredible. Not only is the structure and the outdoor courtyard breathtakingly beautiful, but the owner of the venue was a gem to work with. Justin helped us every step of the way and was cool, calm, & collected at all times. We had a wedding reception here in January 2015 on a VERY rainy day - it didn't dampen anything! We had a large band in the facility and Justin really helped us plan the layout etc. I can't thank the venue and all the vendors we had in this amazingly rustic, but modern building. SO so so happy with everything. Anyone would be thrilled to celebrate their big day here.
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    D.ann Sent on 08/04/2015
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    This is a beautiful venue and Justin and his wife are lovely to work with. We had my daughter's wedding at First Presbyterian Church just a block away and the reception, dinner and dancing afterwards at Union on Eighth. I must have asked Justin hundreds of questions and sent him 50-plus emails and he was very accommodating. We had a 9-piece band and 164 people and it was just perfect. (Any more and it might have been too tight.) I would recommend this venue to anyone planning a wedding in the Georgetown area. Sweet Sunday Rentals is also gerat to work with.
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    Jessica Sent on 09/23/2014
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    I LOVED having our wedding at The Union on Eighth. I am extremely pleased with how every part of the ceremony and reception turned out. The venue is so unique and unlike anything else I looked at. The industrial feel of the fixtures mixed with the warmth of the old building creates charm unlike anything else.

    The tables and chairs are great. They are the perfect style for the venue. It was so nice having the chairs and tables set up- one less thing for the bride to have to worry about. A lot of venues I looked at required you to set them up yourselves. Also, the valet service was an amazing addition! They took care of everyone's cars, making the parking no problem at all.

    Before booking, my biggest concern was the size of the inside. I was worried we wouldn't be able to fit everything in the space. But it turned out great. There was plenty of room for our 180 guests (we invited 250), the BBQ line, a gift table and a big dance floor!

    We worked with Justin in the months leading up to the wedding all the way to the day of. He was so flexible and easy to work with. He really put me at ease when I was stressing about the weather. We planned the ceremony outdoors... and there ended up being a large percentage of rain the day of the wedding. Justin assured my mom and me that he would have a plan B that we would be happy with. Fortunately we did not have to use a plan B, were blessed with beautiful weather! But it was comforting to know that The Union was ready and had our back, just in case.

    I would recommend this venue to anyone- for a wedding, party or any kind of event. I loved it!
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    Magan Sent on 11/12/2017
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    The Union on Eighth was so dreamy and perfect. My husband and I loved it- and Georgetown was the perfect town. It will forever have a special place in our hearts! The Union is unique and stunning, the service was awesome & easy to communicate with, best price we could find, loved getting married in front of the windowed garage door + being able to open it up for the reception! My only comment would be that there is only one bathroom, and the getting ready area for the bridesmaids only has one mirror. So be sure to either bring extra mirrors, or have the groomsmen + groom get fully ready before coming to the venue so there's not awkward bathroom encounters :) This is an easy thing to be prepared for, it just slipped my mind during the planning process! It all worked out and my husband and I successfully did not see each other until I was walking down the aisle!
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    Clint Sent on 10/04/2017
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    We knew that the Union on Eighth was perfect for our wedding as soon as we walked in the door. We wanted a unique experience that was classy but also casual and this space fit us to a tee. Working with Katy was easy and we had great flexibility to implement our vision. My wife and I can't recommend Union on Eight enough for your wedding or event as you will not be disappointed.
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    Rebecca Sent on 01/21/2015
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    We hosted our rehearsal dinner at the Union on Eighth. This space is breathtaking. We hardly used any decoration, because the space looks so great. All of our pictures came out amazingly. I could not be happier about the space. During the planning process, I had some trouble getting in touch with Justin, but everything came together fine on the day of. I would definitely recommend this space to other brides or anyone hosting a special event in the Austin area.
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