Theater Rentals

NOTICE:  Barton Springs Pool, North Parking Lot Closure
Date of closure: February 15, 2024–Spring 2025
Description:  Starting on Thursday, February 15 and continuing through spring 2025, public parking on the north side of Barton Springs Pool will not be available. William Barton Drive will be limited to emergency vehicles, construction deliveries, and vehicles needing accessible parking. For more information, visit the Barton Springs Bathhouse Rehabilitation project page.

The Hillside is host to many beloved annual events such as Shakespeare in the Park, Zilker Theatre Production's Summer Musical and The South Asian New Year hosted by the Texas Bengali Cultural Alliance. During the months of March, September and October, organizations may request to rent the Zilker Hillside Theater for their public performance or special event.

The Space

The outdoor venue’s large stage, ample lighting capability, amenities, and location (next to Barton Springs Pool) make it the perfect spot for your next dance recital, symphony or cultural event. The facility includes:

• 2 large indoor dressing rooms
• Back stage restrooms and storage.
• Optional mobile stage flats 
• Backstage loading and build areas

Check out our image gallery site for more facility photos and information. 

Zilker Theatre Productions

Zilker Hillside Theater Rental Inquiries and Reservations

All events must be free to the public. Any event with an estimated attendance of over 500 people will need to submit a City Wide Event application for approval by the Office of Special Events before the reservation request can be reviewed. For more information about the City Wide Event application,  you can learn more about this process by clicking here. 

Zilker Hillside Theater is closed to applications for 2024. Information about our 2025 season will be announced in June 2024. 

Forms

• 2025 Rental Facility Rental User Guide (Rental Request Form Included) (PDF, 1.24mb)
• Insurance Information (PDF, 620kb)
• City-Wide Event Information

Rental FAQ

What kind of events can you rent the theater for?

The hillside is perfect for orchestra or band concerts, musical productions, cultural festivals and dance. All events must be free and open to the public. The Zilker Hillside Theater is not able to accommodate personal/life events such as birthday parties, weddings, life celebrations, etc. Alcohol is not permitted to be sold, served or consumed on facility grounds. 

What is the maximum seating capacity?

The Zilker Hillside Theater does not have a fenced in seating area. The maximum number of people that can be seated at one time is 2,500. Any event with an estimated attendance of over 500 people will need to submit a City Wide Event application for approval by the Office of Special Events before the reservation request can be reviewed.