When you’re planning a school banquet, church gathering, or nonprofit fundraiser, you need a space that feels welcoming, flexible, and easy to manage. At Fort Worth Country Memories in Fort Worth, Texas, we host events for schools, churches, and 501(c)(3) organizations with practical packages and room for up to 150 guests. Our goal is simple: give you the space and support to focus on your program and your people.

Fort Worth Country Memories offers a dedicated package for 501(c)(3) schools, churches, and nonprofits, accommodating up to 150 guests across indoor and outdoor spaces on Sunday through Friday time slots. Packages include tables and chairs, the Cedar Pavilion as a covered dance floor, decor from an on-site library, event cleanup, and an open vendor policy for food, with alcohol service handled by a TABC-certified bartender.

A Practical Setup for Groups That Need Flexibility

Our flexible indoor and outdoor spaces make it easy to plan a school banquet, church gathering, or nonprofit fundraiser without added complications. With room for up to 150 guests, covered options and indoor space with heating and AC, and dedicated areas for dining, music, and preparation, your event can move smoothly from arrival to closing remarks.

Indoor and Outdoor Options

Our event capacity is up to 150 people, which works well for school banquets, award ceremonies, church celebrations, and fundraising dinners. You can choose outdoor spaces, indoor spaces, or both, depending on your package.

The Outdoor Area includes four restrooms, folding tables, and a beverage serving bar with a refrigerator, cooler, and ice machine. For events that need a comfortable indoor setting, our Ballroom features chandeliers, heating and AC, a Bluetooth speaker, a couples table, tablecloths, and a full kitchen. Having both options gives you flexibility, especially when you are coordinating guests of different ages.

We also include the Cedar Pavilion as a covered dance floor with a covered DJ or music area. It has wooden tables with chairs, a wooden couples table under a chandelier, and ceiling fans. For banquets or celebration nights, this creates a natural place for music, announcements, or group photos.

A Support Space, Not an Event Hall

We want to be clear about one thing. We are not a barn event venue. Our red barn building is used strictly as a support space with areas for cake service, drinks, bathrooms, and dressing. The Loft upstairs includes seven lighted mirrors, seating, two private dressing rooms, heating, and AC.

The Den offers additional seating, bar stools, and a large mirror. For schools hosting proms or organizations coordinating volunteers and speakers, having dedicated prep areas helps the day run smoothly.  Both can be added to any event.

501(c)(3) Churches, Schools, and Charities Package Details

We offer a 501(c)(3) Churches, Schools & Charities package with fixed time slots of 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., available Sunday through Friday. Saturdays are not available for this package, and limits may apply. Booking is available up to 75 days in advance.

For many organizations, a shorter booking window works well for seasonal banquets, graduation events, or fundraising dinners that are scheduled closer to the event date.

What’s Included With Every Event Package

All event packages include tables and chairs for up to 150 guests, including picnic tables, wooden tables, benches, folding tables, and chairs. The Cedar Pavilion is included as your covered dance floor and an Open-Air deck with 500ft of string lights.  We also provide four restrooms, event cleanup, trash removal, and multiple decorative photo op spots throughout the property.

You’ll also have free use of decor from The Marketplace. For nonprofits working within a set budget, access to decor can make a noticeable difference in how the room feels without adding outside rental costs.

Outdoor games are available as well, including horseshoes, mini bowling, a tree swing, three porch swings, and our Tiny Town toddler play area. For school family nights or church celebrations that include children, these built-in activities help keep younger guests engaged.

Cleanup is included, so your team does not have to stay late handling trash or resetting tables.

Food, Vendors, and Alcohol Service Rules

We follow an open vendor policy. You can bring your own food or hire a professional caterer. There are no vendor surcharges. This flexibility is helpful for churches coordinating volunteer meal teams or nonprofits working with preferred local caterers.

You and your guests may bring alcohol. If alcohol is served, it must be served by our TABC-certified bartender who carries liability insurance. A separate service fee applies for alcohol service. No security guards are required, and event insurance is optional.

Conclusion

If you are organizing a school banquet, church celebration, or nonprofit fundraiser for Fort Worth, we would love to walk you through your options. Call or text (817)-773-6824, email events@fortworthcountrymemories.com, or visit our Event Pricing page to review package details and availability. 

You can also visit us at 5682 Tenderfoot Trail, Fort Worth, TX 76135.

FAQs

How many guests can Fort Worth Country Memories accommodate for school or nonprofit events?

We can host up to 150 guests in our Outdoor Reception Area and Indoor Ballroom.

What is included with the 501(c)(3) Churches, Schools & Charities package?

This package offers fixed time slots of 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m or 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., available Sunday through Friday. Tables, chairs, the Cedar Pavilion as a covered dance floor, four restrooms, event cleanup, and access to decor from The Marketplace are included.

Can we bring our own food and drinks?

Yes. You may bring your own food or hire a professional caterer. You and your guests may also bring alcohol, but alcohol must be served by our TABC-certified bartender.

Is cleanup included after the event?

Yes. Event cleanup and trash removal are included with all event packages.