Room Rental Requirements & FAQs
Welcome to the Hammond Sportsplex Room Rental Requirements & FAQ page! Here you'll find answers to the most commonly asked questions about renting a room at our facility. Whether you're curious about availability, pricing, or setup options, this page is designed to provide you with the information you need to ensure a successful and hassle-free rental experience. Renting one of the event rooms at the Hammond Sportsplex is a straightforward process! To ensure a smooth rental experience, there are specific requirements and guidelines that must be followed. Below, you'll find detailed information on necessary documentation, fees, and other essential considerations. If you do not see the information you're searching for, please feel free to contact us directly!
What do I need to provide to receive the Hammond resident rate for my rental?
A valid driver's license or state ID with a Hammond or Robertsdale address is required to receive the Hammond rate. Leases, mail, utility bills, etc. are not acceptable.
Is a deposit required?
A deposit is required to secure your date. Your date is confirmed once we receive a signed contract and deposit. The deposit cost equals 50% of the total cost of your room. The remaining balance is due two (2) weeks prior to your event.
What is the minimum amount of time I can rent a room space?
All room/space rentals are a minimum of two (2) hours. Additional time can be rented by the hour. We do not rent 1/2 increments.
What is included with my room rental?
The Community Room comes with tables, chairs, a countertop sink, and a refrigerator cooler.
Union Lounge comes with square tables and chairs along with round bar-height tables and stools.
What size are the tables and chairs?
Round tables are 72 inches and rectangular tables are 96 inches.
Available chairs are black, padded folding chairs.
How will the room be set up for my event?
The Community Room has a maximum capacity of 100 guests. It will be set up per your request and number of guests. Round tables are typically set up for seating, and each round table seats eight (8) guests. Additional rectangular tables may be added for food, gifts, etc. There is more room set up flexibility in the Community Room. Please contact us directly with any additional set up questions.
Am I allowed to bring outside food and drinks?
Yes, we allow outside food and non-alcoholic drinks. The Sportsplex does not have an internal catering service. If you wish to have alcohol at your event, please contact our Hospitality Assistant, Crystal Gascon at gasconc@gohammond.com for options.
Am I allowed to decorate the room?
You are allowed free-standing decorations such as balloon arches, backdrops with frames, etc. Nothing can be pinned, taped, or stuck to the walls. You may bring tablecloths, chair covers, etc. The Community Room allows decorations to be taped to the windows only. Glitter and confetti are not allowed in our facility.
Can I have a DJ at my event?
You can have music at your event as long as it is confined to your event space/room.
Can I have a bounce house at my party?
Yes, we allow Jump For Fun bouse houses at the Sportsplex. Once you reserve your space at our facility, contact Jump For Fun at (219) 201-9522 or www.jumpforfuninc.com and inform them you are having an event at the Sportsplex. Jump For Fun will give you the bounce house options that our event spaces can accommodate.
Can I use a court or field during my party?
All court and field spaces require separate rentals. You may inquire about availability when you request a room. On weekends, court and field space is extremely limited due to tournaments and leagues. During the week, court and field space is limited due to team practices.
What is the latest time my event can end?
During the week, all parties must end no later than 8:00 pm CST. You are allotted one (1) hour before your event to set up, and one (1) hour after your event ends for clean up.
On weekends, all parties must end no later than 4:00 pm CST. This includes any needed clean-up. You are allotted one (1) hour before your event to set up, and one (1) hour after your event ends for clean up.
*An hourly charge will be applied for any Rental/Room/Tournament/League running 15 minutes or more over the scheduled time.