The Bob Crane Community Center, slated for a spring 2025 opening, is stirring community interest with announcements of rental space availability and a sizeable incentive for early birds. UA Parks & Rec offers various features suitable for weddings and corporate gatherings, particularly within its Fifth Floor Event Center.
Anticipating an early summer launch for the Event Center rentals, the facility touts an expansive main space with a capacity for 250 banquet-style or three smaller venues for more intimate settings. Additionally, renters will have access to an outdoor patio boasting impressive views, a gallery area for extending the space and spotlighting local art, a catering kitchen, a dressing room, and cutting-edge audio/visual resources. A noteworthy detail is that if the entire Event Center is booked by December 31, prospective renters are looking at a 25% discount on the fees, as detailed on UA Parks & Rec's website through the City of Upper Arlington website.
Beyond the Event Center, the Community Center is setting up several other rentable areas, including program rooms, a board room, and a level 1 party room, which offers customizable rental packages with playground and pool access options. The Community Center will also provide after-hours pool rentals, gymnasium, and e-sports party package deals. These spaces can be reserved in one- or two-hour increments to support diverse community needs, from fitness to leisure.
The forthcoming Bob Crane Community Center embodies a multi-function ethos, catering to the Upper Arlington community's demand for versatile spaces. With the center's groaning of available options, planning events in the area was significantly upgraded. The UA Parks & Rec website is available via the City of Upper Arlington website. Has more details, reservation policies, and visuals of the spaces.
