No, we do not offer rental facilities for private parties, weddings, birthdays, baby showers, or other personal social events.

• Email us to verify if the space you’d like to rent is available.
• Provide details such as: Date/Time, Number of attendees and Type/Name of the event.
• We will suggest available rental options based on your information.
• Once you’re confirmed and happy with the rental option, we will reserve the space for you.
• We will send over the contract.
• Upon signing the contract, a 20% deposit of the total rental fee will be required to secure the space.

Any signs/ posters posted prior to the day of your event must be approved by Student Programs at Highline College.

We recommend using A-frame boards, balloons, and other signage on the day of your event to help direct guests to your space. The recommended poster size for A-frame boards is 20″ x 24″. For assistance with signage/board placement, please contact Conference & Event Services.

You are required to remove all signage after your event concludes.

Balloons

• Latex balloons are permitted for indoor use only.
• Mylar balloons are not permitted due to safety concerns. If they become detached, they can get stuck on the ceiling, where they may take weeks to deflate and fall. Additionally, they can become entangled in lighting fixtures, posing a potential safety risk.

Glitter and Confetti are prohibited.

Candles

• Open flame candles are prohibited.
• Candle flame must be enclosed in a container.
• The use of battery-operated LED candles is strongly encouraged.

Decorations

Please use only blue painter’s tape or 3M damage-free products when hanging decorations. Avoid using clear/cellophane tape on wood or glass surfaces to prevent damage/ pealing.

Only push pins are allowed on the bulletin boards across campus (please, do not use staples). The event host is responsible for any damage caused by decorations or guests.

To hang streamers between the balcony and columns/poles in Building 8, Mt. Townsend, you will need approximately 60 feet per streamer. For assistance with hanging arrangements, please contact our Conference & Event Services department.

Our individual parking pass is $3 per car/day. For an event-parking is included in the rental rate, so as the event host, you won’t need to worry about parking for your attendees. Conference & Event Services will provide you with a PDF file of parking passes prior your event day, which you can print or distribute to your attendees.

Unfortunately, we cannot waive the parking fees as it is already included in the rental rate.

Please request wireless internet access at the time you are booking your meeting with the Confrence and Event Services staff.

Highline College does not currently have an exclusive food service provider. Conference Services has partnerships with local catering companies that can provide exceptional catering services for your banquet and event needs including bar and bartender services. Caterers providing services at the College must be licensed and insured business and approved by the Conference Services Manager.

Yes. A policy of commercial general liability insurance in an amount of at least one million dollars ($1M) per occurrence against claims for bodily injury, death and property damage. The insurance shall name Highline College, as additional insured. The certificate of insurance must be filed with the Highline College Conference Services Manager at least fifteen (15) calendar days prior to the event.

If your event is serving alcohol, two million dollars ($2M) of coverage is required.

Alcoholic beverages are prohibited at Highline College campus, EXCEPT at approved events, where all relevant Washington State laws and Highline College administrative procedures, guidelines, and regulations are met. Renter must fill out the Alcohol Service Request Form and obtain an appropriate license/permit from the Washington State Liquor & Cannabis Board.  Information regarding alcohol licenses and permits, including banquet permits, can be found at: https://lcb.wa.gov/licensing/special-licenses-and-permits.

No, we do not offer non-profit rate. Our venue rental fees are flat rate for up to 8 hours. Any additional hours will be charged $50 per hour.

No, our sound system is primarily designed for voice projection. While you can use it to play music from platforms like Spotify or other online sources, it may not be suitable for professional music projection or live performances. If you require higher-quality sound for music or live events, we recommend bringing in a DJ or a sound mixer for your event.

Yes, room setup is included in the rental rate. Our college facilities department handles all event room setups. Please provide your desired room setup at least 15 days prior to your event. If we receive the setup details after that date or if you need to make changes, an additional charge may apply.