HALL RENTAL

 

Rent the VFW Post 969 Hall

Where Tacoma's Best Events Happen

The Perfect Venue for Your Next Event

The VFW Post 969 Hall is available to rent for private events, celebrations, and community gatherings in the heart of Tacoma. Whether you're planning a wedding reception, birthday party, celebration of life, family reunion, retirement party, karaoke night, business meeting, or holiday gathering — our hall has the space, the atmosphere, and the amenities to make it memorable.

When you rent from Post 969, every dollar supports Tacoma's veterans and their families.

✨ What's Included

Our recently updated hall features:

  • 🎤 Built-in Raised Stage — carpeted, with a professional PA system, speakers, and microphone stands ready to go — perfect for karaoke, bands, DJs, ceremonies, or speeches

  • 📺 Wall-Mounted TV / AV Monitor — great for slideshows, tribute videos, presentations, or the big game

  • 🍳 Full Kitchen — commercial-style prep space with pass-through serving window, warming areas, storage, and everything you need for catered or self-serve meals

  • ☕ Hospitality / Coffee Bar — a dedicated serving counter with additional TV for guest hospitality

  • 🪑 Tables & Chairs Provided — banquet-style seating for your guests

  • 🎨 Beautiful Patriotic Backdrop — historic VFW and Auxiliary emblems and Wall of Honor create a stunning setting for photos

  • 🅿️ Free On-Site Parking

  • 🧥 Coat Rack & Restrooms

  • 💨 Wide Open Dance Floor — modern hardwood-look flooring, easy to clean, easy to dance on

🎉 Perfect For

  • Wedding receptions

  • Birthday parties (any age)

  • Celebrations of life & memorial receptions

  • Retirement parties

  • Anniversary celebrations

  • Family reunions

  • Baby & bridal showers

  • Karaoke nights

  • Holiday parties

  • Business meetings & seminars

  • Nonprofit fundraisers

  • Club and organization meetings

📍 Location & Space

📍 3510 McKinley Ave, Tacoma, WA 98404
Convenient location with easy freeway access and plenty of free parking.

💰 Rental Rates  

 

Rental Type Rate
Members (VFW Post 969 & Auxiliary 969) $100 / hour
Non-Members $200 / hour
Minimum Rental 4 hours
Kitchen Add-On $250 (flat fee)
Refundable Cleaning Deposit $250

 

Example rentals at a glance:

 

Event Length Member Total* Non-Member Total*
4-hour event (minimum) $400 $800
4-hour event + kitchen $650 $1,050
6-hour event + kitchen $850 $1,450
8-hour event + kitchen $1,050 $1,850

 *Totals exclude the $250 refundable cleaning deposit, which is returned after the event provided the hall is left in good condition.

 

💛 Join VFW Post 969 or Auxiliary 969 and cut your rental rate in half — every future event you host or celebration you throw becomes a member perk. 

📅 Check Availability & Book

  1. Call the Post — 📞 253-272-1405

  2. Leave a message if there's no answer — our Hall Rental Coordinator will return your call shortly

  3. Email us anytime — ✉️ adj@vfw969.org

 

📋 Rental Policies

  • ✅ Deposit & cancellation policy

  • ✅ Age restriction for renters (21+)

💛 Why Rent from Post 969?

When you host your event with us, you're not just renting a hall — you're directly supporting the veterans and families of Tacoma. Every rental helps fund:

  • Free VA claims assistance for local veterans

  • Youth scholarships and community programs

  • Memorial ceremonies and Wreaths Across America

  • Emergency assistance for veteran families in need

  • Our annual July 4th Community Block Party

Your event. Their support. Everyone wins.

📞 Ready to Book?

📍 VFW Post 969 — Eric G. Sandstrom Post
3510 McKinley Ave, Tacoma, WA 98404
📞 253-272-1405 · ask for the Hall Rental Coordinator
✉️ adj@vfw969.org

We look forward to hosting your next event.