Event Space
Located in the heart of Philadelphia’s Gayborhood (and just one block from the City’s Avenue of the Arts) our facility boasts classic turn-of-the-century architectural details with modern amenities, like wireless Internet access and AV rentals. We are also convenient to all public transportation, and offer some of the most competitive rental rates in Philadelphia, whether hosting a wedding or commitment ceremony, birthday party, anniversary celebration or private event for guests up to 200 people.
If you’re interested in learning more about the Center’s affordable meeting facilities and event spaces, please contact Avis Albaladejo at avis@waygay.org.
Mark Segal Ballroom - $110/hour
This beautiful and spacious room on the second floor of the building is perfect for large or special events. Room accommodations:
Cocktail - 200 people
Theater - 150 people
Conference - 100 people
Dinner - 100 people
Yamaha Baby Grand Piano (additional $25 per hour)
Lobby - $110 per hour
Our lovely lobby is warm, welcoming, and easily accessible to the public. Cocktail setup accommodates 175 people
Philadelphia Room - $70/hour
This versatile space on the ground floor is great for workshops, lectures, large meetings, and intimate performances. Room accommodations:
Cocktail - 50 people
Theater - 50 people
Conference - 30 people
Dinner - 35 people
Community Room - $45/hour
This space is one our most versatile rooms. Acting as a relaxed meeting room this space can also be transformed into a classroom environment. Room accommodations:
Cocktail - 30 people
Classroom - 25 people
Dinner - 20 people
Living Room - $30/hour
This affordable lounge space is perfect for small or medium sized groups. Room accommodations:
Accommodates up to 18 people
Can be set up for lounge style or game night
Additional Items:
The following items are available for rent (as available and includes set-up)
LCD Projector: $50.00
Sound System/PA System: $50.00
Additional Fees:
$35.00 Food and Beverage Rate; this additional charge is a cleaning rate for any event at the Center that includes food and/or beverages
For any event occurring before or past normal operating hours at the Center, there is an additional $50.00 fee per hour.
A cleaning and damage deposit of $100.00 is required for all events. Provided the space is clean and nothing has been damaged, this can be refunded to you. Any damage incurred above the $100.00 will be billed to you.
Cleaning Fee (If not adequately cleaned by user): $100.00 per hour
All meeting rooms require a 50% non-refundable deposit when the rental contract is signed. All events and meetings at the Community Center of 50 or more people require an incidental deposit of $100.00 due on the day of your event. Any event serving alcohol requires a refundable cleaning deposit of $500 due the day before the event. The Center also extends a 10% non-profit discount when requested.
Discounted and Donated Space
Besides space rentals for outside events, William Way also offers discounted and donated space under the following conditions:
Discounted space
Discounted space is given to any organization that is a non-profit and has a similar mission to our own. Those eligible for discounted space may receive a 10% discount on normal room rates. Discounted space is available during open hours of the Center plus Fridays 10am-12am, and Saturdays 12pm-12am.
Donated space
Donated space is given for groups with the following missions or central goals:
LGBTQ+ BIPOC organizing or LGBTQ+ BIPOC issues
Trans organizing or Trans issues
HIV/AIDS organizing or HIV/AIDS issues
Groups receiving donated space may receive a waiver of rental fees for individual meetings or events on a case by case basis. Ongoing meetings or a series of meetings may be offered without charge only as space allows. The meetings or events must be free of charge and no monetary income may be collected at the meeting or event. Birthday celebrations or “party” events are not eligible. Donated space is available only during regular open hours of the Center.