A modern downtown venue,
built for what you're actually planning.
The Roost is a flexible, modern warehouse-style event space in the heart of downtown Jacksonville, Alabama — walkable to JSU and adaptable from a 40-person mixer to an 800-person concert. Private events run until 2am Sunday–Wednesday. On Friday & Saturday, your event runs until 10pm — then the room becomes Roost Nights around you, and your party is already inside.
Every rental, every time.
- Main hall access
- Tables & chairs
- In-house 16′×16′ stage
- Projector & screen
- Post-event cleaning & furniture reset
- Basic sound system access
- WiFi
- On-site venue contact
- Catering prep area access
Simple time blocks. Transparent pricing.
We run multiple events per day through defined booking windows so you only pay for the time you actually use. All prices "starting at" — final quote depends on guest count, layout, and add-ons.
Monday – Wednesday
Social Package
Showers · Birthdays · Nonprofits · Meetings · Student Orgs
- Tables & chairs
- Stage & projector included
- Post-event cleaning
- Sound system access
Celebration Package
Graduations · Receptions · Mixers · Alumni Events
- Tables & chairs
- Stage & projector included
- Basic lighting & sound
- Post-event cleaning
Thursday
Book the Social (3-hour) or Celebration (5-hour) package at the same Mon–Wed rates — any window that ends by 10:00 PM. Thursday nights after 10 are reserved for venue programming; late-night Thursday availability by inquiry at book@theroostjax.com.
Friday — Roost Nights
Friday Daytime
- All standard inclusions
- Ideal for corporate, conferences, luncheons
- Catering prep area available
Friday Evening
- All standard inclusions
- Ideal for receptions, parties, fundraisers, formals
- Roost Nights wristbands for up to 100 guests — banded at your event, stay or re-enter all night
- Pre-reserve VIP sections for your group (from $250 min)
Saturday — Roost Nights
Saturday Brunch
- All standard inclusions
- Bridal showers, brunches, daytime events
Saturday Evening
- All standard inclusions
- Ceremonies, receptions, weddings, corporate
- Roost Nights wristbands for up to 100 guests — banded at your event, stay or re-enter all night
- Pre-reserve VIP sections for your group (from $250 min)
Roost Nights
- Friday & Saturday nights: live DJs, 10 PM to 2 AM
- 4 elevated VIP lounge sections (seat 8) — $250 min spend
- The Suite over the stage (seats 12–20, smoking-capable cigar lounge) — $600 min spend
- Half due at booking as bar credit · launch pricing
- Full-venue takeovers past 10 PM — by inquiry only
Sunday
Sunday Brunch
- All standard inclusions
- Showers, brunches, daytime gatherings
Sunday Afternoon
- All standard inclusions
- Receptions, parties, community events
Sunday Evening
- All standard inclusions
- Late events — same 2 AM capability
Buyouts
| Day | What you get | Starting at |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday (Mon–Wed) | Full venue, full day until 2 AM, all standard inclusions | $1,195 |
| Thursday · Day Buyout | Full venue, 8 AM – 10 PM, all standard inclusions — later by inquiry | $1,195 |
| Sunday | Full venue, full day until 2 AM, all standard inclusions | $1,295 |
| Friday · Day Buyout | Full venue, 8 AM – 10 PM, rolls into Roost Nights — wristbands for up to 150 guests | $1,795 |
| Saturday · Day Buyout | Full venue, 8 AM – 10 PM, rolls into Roost Nights — wristbands for up to 150 guests | $2,295 |
| Fri / Sat · Full-Night Takeover | Exclusive use into Roost Nights hours (past 10 PM) — select large events only | By inquiry |
Friday & Saturday nights from 10 PM the venue operates as Roost Nights, our public live-music night. Full-night takeovers displace a full night of Roost Nights programming and are priced accordingly — email book@theroostjax.com to inquire.
Make it yours.
The stage and projector are already in the room and included. These are the extras — common upgrades and services, quoted with your package based on scope.
Setting up and breaking down your own tables and chairs is standard — add the Setup & Breakdown Service if you'd rather we handle it. The in-house 16′×16′ stage and the projector & screen are already in the room, included free with every rental.
A quick note on alcohol service
- Alcohol must be coordinated through The Roost's approved bar provider.
- Not all events require alcohol service.
- Daytime, nonprofit, and community events may not require bar minimums.
- Beer/wine-only events may qualify for lower minimums.
- Custom and late-night events may have additional staffing and security requirements.
A different kind of venue.
We're not a banquet hall. We're not a wedding barn. We're a modern, downtown, flexible-use space designed to do many things well — and to be open later than the rest of town.
Downtown core
Walkable to bars, restaurants, hotels, and Jacksonville State University.
Flexible by design
Reconfigure for seated dinners, mixers, ceremonies, or concerts — same room.
Modern industrial
Warehouse bones, elevated finishes. Looks great with minimal styling.
Open until 2am
Private events run to 2am Sun–Wed (Thursday until 10pm). Fri & Sat your event flows into Roost Nights — live DJs every Fri & Sat — at 10pm.
Intimate to 800
40-person dinners to standing-room concerts — same venue, different setup.
Built for the campus economy
Greek life, alumni weekends, student orgs, faculty events, game-day nights.
Elegant or high-energy
A black-tie wedding at 6pm. A DJ set at midnight. Same week, same room.
Easy & fast
Defined time blocks, transparent pricing, instant quotes. No back-and-forth.
From inquiry to event in four steps.
Tell us about your event
Submit the inquiry form or email book@theroostjax.com. Date, guest count, vibe — that's enough to start.
Get your quote within 24 hours
We'll match you to a package and time block and send a clear quote — or our AI assistant may quote you instantly.
Lock the date
A signed agreement and 50% deposit holds the date. Balance due 14 days before the event.
Show up. We handle the rest.
On-site venue contact, setup, cleanup — already done. You walk in, run your event, walk out.
The short version.
Deposit
50% non-refundable deposit due at signing to hold the date. Balance due 14 days before the event.
Cancellation
Cancellations more than 60 days out may be rebooked to a future date within 12 months, subject to availability. Inside 60 days, deposit is forfeited.
Insurance
Some event types require a one-day event liability policy. We'll let you know in your quote.
Alcohol
All alcohol service must be coordinated through The Roost's approved bar provider. No outside alcohol service.
Catering
Open catering — bring any licensed caterer. Catering prep area included.
Decor
Open decor with a few common-sense exclusions (no open flame, no glitter, no nails into walls). Full list shared at booking.
Hours
Sunday–Wednesday, events may run until 2:00 AM, with load-out within 60 minutes of end time. Thursday: the final window ends at 10:00 PM — late-night Thursday availability by inquiry. Friday & Saturday are Roost Nights — our live-DJ music series: the final private window ends at 10:00 PM, when Roost Nights opens — your wristbanded guests are welcome to stay, and decor/vendor load-out is coordinated with staff via side access by 11:00 PM.
Roost Nights Wristbands
On Fri/Sat, our staff wristband your guests during your event (no later than 9:30 PM) — up to your contracted guest count, max 100 with evening windows and 150 with day buyouts. A band lets a guest stay for Roost Nights and leave & re-enter that night without cover. Bands are non-transferable and must stay on; Roost Nights admission policies (ID/age, dress, capacity, conduct) apply at all times. Private events may not be publicly advertised, ticketed, or promoted, and guests may not be charged for entry.
Setup & Breakdown
Tables and chairs are provided. Arranging them for your event and stacking them at the end is standard — or add the Setup & Breakdown Service ($95) and our staff handles it for you.
Cleanup & Trash
All trash and decorations must be taken to the dumpster on the side of the building. Our staff handles mopping, restrooms, and furniture reset. Leaving a significant mess incurs an excess cleaning fee of up to $300.
Damage & Liability
The booking party is responsible for any damage caused by their guests. A payment card is kept securely on file; documented damage and excess cleaning fees may be charged to it after the event.
Quick answers.
How late can events run?
Sunday through Wednesday: until 2:00 AM — we're one of the only venues in the area able to host that late. Thursday windows run until 10 PM (late-night by inquiry). Friday & Saturday are Roost Nights — live DJs from 10 — and your private window runs until 10:00 PM, then Roost Nights opens around you. Your guests never have to leave — evening bookings include Roost Nights wristbands for up to 100 guests.
What is Roost Nights?
Our Friday & Saturday live-DJ night, 10 PM – 2 AM — four elevated VIP lounge sections, a 50-foot bar, and a smoking-capable stage-view suite with premium cigar service. It's a public live-music night, not a private rental. Reserve VIP sections online — $250 minimum spend per section (seats 8) or $600 for The Suite (seats 12–20), half due at booking as bar credit.
Can I book Friday or Saturday night until 2 AM?
Friday and Saturday nights operate as Roost Nights, so they aren't offered as standard private rentals. Book the 3–10 PM evening window and roll into Roost Nights with your guests — or, for select large events, ask about a full-night takeover. Takeovers displace a full night of Roost Nights programming and are priced accordingly, by inquiry only.
Can my guests stay for Roost Nights after my event?
Yes — that's the point. Our staff wristband your guests during your event (by 9:30 PM): up to 100 bands with evening windows, 150 with day buyouts. A band means your guest can stay as Roost Nights opens at 10 — or leave and come back later that night without paying cover. Bands are non-transferable, and Roost Nights admission policies (ID/age, dress, capacity) apply. Keep the group together by pre-reserving VIP lounge sections or The Suite.
How many people fit?
It depends on your layout. Roughly 300 seated at banquet rounds, up to 450 in a theater-style straight-seated layout facing the stage, and up to 800 standing. We'll match the configuration to your guest count and event type.
Is there a stage and projector?
Yes — both are built into the room and included free with every rental. There's an in-house 16′×16′ stage and a mounted projector with screen. Larger productions can add extra staging or risers as an add-on.
Do we have to clean up afterward?
Just the basics: take all trash and decorations out to the dumpster on the side of the building. Our staff handles the rest — mopping, restrooms, and resetting the furniture. Leaving a significant mess behind incurs an excess cleaning fee of up to $300.
Who sets up the tables and chairs?
By default, you do — arranging them into your layout and stacking them at the end. Prefer not to? Add the Setup & Breakdown Service for $95 and our staff handles setup and breakdown for you.
Do I have to use your bar provider?
Yes. All alcohol service is coordinated through The Roost's approved bar provider. Daytime, nonprofit, and community events may not require bar service at all.
Can I bring my own caterer?
Yes. We have an open catering policy — bring any licensed caterer. A catering prep area is included with every rental.
What if my event runs short or long?
Each package includes a defined time window. Additional hours can be added as an add-on, coordinated in advance — except past 10 PM on Friday & Saturday, when the room turns over to Roost Nights.
Can I book multiple time blocks in one day?
Yes. We routinely host multiple events per day. Booking two adjacent windows works too — or buy the full day out.
Is there parking?
Public downtown parking is available within a short walk. Specific guidance is shared with your booking confirmation.
Do you host student-org events?
Yes — student orgs, Greek life, alumni events, game-day nights. We're built for the JSU calendar.
Is the venue ADA accessible?
Yes. The main hall and restrooms are accessible.
How far in advance should I book?
Friday and Saturday evening windows during peak JSU calendar moments (homecoming, graduation, formals) book 3–6 months ahead. Weekday socials can often be booked inside 2 weeks.
Get an instant quote.
Send us your date, your guest count, and the vibe. We'll come back with a clear price within 24 hours — most quotes go out same-day.