The High Road on Dawson

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All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $500

Guest capacity

Up to 300 seated guests

About this venue

The High Road on Dawson is a historic private event space perched on a hilltop in South Austin’s Bouldin Creek neighborhood, offering elevated views of the downtown Austin skyline. Combining mid-century Austin heritage with modern entertaining amenities, the property brings a retro, laid-back Texas charm to private gatherings.

Seated guest capacity

  • 300

Venue type

  • Urban Locations

Venue setting

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
700 Dawson Rd, Austin, TX 78704

Our event spaces

The Venue

Features a dedicated, large private parking lot on-site—a rarity for central Austin venues.

Operating originally as a private social club and Elks Lodge starting in the 1950s, the space maintains a distinct "vintage Old Austin" identity. It is now owned and operated by the Terry Black family (of Terry Black’s Barbecue). Features an indoor hall/ballroom, full bar setup, a covered patio, and outdoor lawn/pool areas.Suitable for weddings, corporate buyouts, cocktail receptions, fundraisers, and private parties.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception

Guests often feel this space is

“Relax and Casual”

The Venue

Features a dedicated, large private parking lot on-site—a rarity for central Austin venues.

Operating originally as a private social club and Elks Lodge starting in the 1950s, the space maintains a distinct "vintage Old Austin" identity. It is now owned and operated by the Terry Black family (of Terry Black’s Barbecue). Features an indoor hall/ballroom, full bar setup, a covered patio, and outdoor lawn/pool areas.Suitable for weddings, corporate buyouts, cocktail receptions, fundraisers, and private parties.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception

Guests often feel this space is

“Relax and Casual”

Available services that can be provided by The High Road on Dawson

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Pet friendly
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free

Rentals

  • Linens

Reviews

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The venue can accommodate up to 300 guests for full buyouts using both indoor and outdoor spaces. For formal seated indoor dinners, capacity is typically closer to 120–150 guests, depending on your dance floor and stage setup.
Yes. The venue offers both indoor and outdoor ceremony options. Couples often hold outdoor ceremonies on the lawn or covered patio overlooking the downtown skyline, then move inside to the indoor hall/ballroom for dinner and dancing.
Yes. The indoor event hall serves as the primary rain backup. Additionally, the outdoor patio area is covered.
Because the venue is owned and operated by the Terry Black family, in-house catering via Terry Black’s Barbecue is readily available and a popular feature. Inquire directly with event managers regarding policies on approved outside caterers or specialized vendor restrictions.