Celebrations of Life

A quiet room
for remembering.

A private, comfortable space in downtown McKinney for a celebration of life or a reception after a service — with straightforward pricing and no complicated arrangements to make.

100 Seated Guests
120 Standing Guests
3,000 Indoor Sq. Ft.
750 Balcony Sq. Ft.
BYO Vendor Policy
The entryway and chandeliers at The Chestnut Hall
Celebrations of Life

Gathering afterwards,
without the logistics.

After a service, people want somewhere to sit down together. Homes are rarely big enough, restaurants are rarely private enough, and arranging either at short notice is one more thing to carry in a week that already has too many.

The Chestnut Hall is a single private floor — no other event in the building, no shared lobby, no time pressure from the next booking. It holds up to 120 people standing or 100 seated, and the room can be arranged for a seated meal, a standing reception with tables of photographs, or a mix of both. Tables, cushioned chairs, and setup and breakdown are included, so there is nothing to arrange but the day itself.

There is an elevator alongside the stairs, full ADA accessibility, and separate restrooms on the same floor. For a gathering where the guest list spans several generations, that matters more than anything decorative.

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What the venue handles for you
Fully Accessible

Elevator and stair access, full ADA compliance, and restrooms on the venue floor — so older guests and anyone with limited mobility can attend comfortably.

Set Up For You

Tables, gold Chiavari chairs with cushions, and complete setup and breakdown are included in every rental. You arrive to a room that is already ready.

Your Own Caterer

No in-house catering requirement, so a family favourite, a simple lunch, or a full caterer all work. A prep kitchen and ice machine support whoever you bring.

Celebration of Life FAQs

Questions, answered.

Can The Chestnut Hall accommodate a celebration of life on short notice?

Where the date is open, yes. Please enquire with the date you have in mind and we will respond quickly with availability — we understand these arrangements are usually made in a short window.

How many people can attend?

Up to 120 guests standing and up to 100 seated for a meal, across 3,000 square feet on a single private floor, plus a 750-square-foot open-air balcony.

What does it cost to rent the venue?

Rental is a flat rate with no minimums: five-hour rentals are $3,000 Monday–Thursday and $3,500 on Friday or Sunday, and eight-hour rentals run $3,500–$5,250. Tables, chairs, and setup and breakdown are included, and there is no food-and-beverage minimum to meet.

Is the venue accessible for elderly guests?

Yes. The venue is on the second floor with both elevator and stair access, is fully ADA compliant, has separate women's and men's restrooms on the venue floor, and two parking garages within a short walk.

Can we display photographs and bring our own food?

Yes to both. Banquet and high-top tables are included and work well for photograph displays and memory tables, and the venue has a fully open vendor policy — bring the caterer, or something simpler, as you prefer.

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Other ways to
use the room.

Corporate Events Meetings, launches and client receptions with built-in sound and fast WiFi. Holiday Parties & Galas A room already dressed for December — and a balcony for the cold-air breather. Weddings & Receptions Chandeliers inside, a private balcony over the square outside, and room for 120.
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