My regional director and I are from Dallas and flew into Oklahoma City last night then drove into…read morePonca City to prepare for a training with some of our employees from other facilities. The staff at Carolyn Renfro Event Center were outstanding hosts! I will definitely use the facility in the future if we are back. They were so kind and courteous.

From the owner: Need a meeting space?…read more The Carolyn Renfro Event Center has opened as a part of the Hospice of North Central Oklahoma. Contact Annie Owen today for more information.

As a dancer with no studio, finding affordable practice space is a common challenge. On average,…read moremost studios charge $30-60 an hour for renting a space. This is in addition to the challenge of scheduling times available for use. Fly Loft used to be ridiculously affordable in the past, having a special nonprofit rate of $15 per hour. Recently, they have had to increase their rates to $25 an hour which is still reasonable, but it's getting closer to what other for profit studios charge. I'm not sure what the reasoning behind the increase is but I'm thinking it might be pandemic or staff shortage related. Overall, Fly Loft has been such a life saver! All the staff I've had to deal with (3 different ones) are extremely friendly, attentive and accommodating. It's great to have a smooth process for scheduling recurring practices. Mallory is usually the one that is working when we use the space and she's super helpful, whether sharing the wi-fi password or opening the mirror curtains for us. In terms of the space, they have three rehearsal spaces available, all with sprung floors which offer increased support for joints and muscles and reduces fatigue in the legs when leaping/jumping, etc. They each have mirrors on the east wall, acoustic sound bars around the room and a speaker system with plug input. The only thing that varies between the spaces is size. The first space is the biggest one, with capacity for 150 people. The second space has a capacity for 120 people and the third space is the smallest with 80 max occupancy. They also have a conference room for up to 16 guests and other rental options like projectors, screens, tables, etc.

Fly Loft is an interesting space, because it is sort of multi-use, but in a strange way. I'm…read morepretty sure that this is where the Tulsa Symphony offices are, but also lots of people use Fly Loft for rehearsals or for an audition space. So I say it's "multipurpose in a weird way" because it's a place where people work, but that other people rent out to use too. If it were me working there, I'd probably get distracted by other people coming in to practice different stuff, but I guess it works. And to be fair, I'm sure the building is probably bigger than what I think it is/ what I've seen of it, because I've never really run into any of the office spaces/ Symphony workers before. Or maybe that's just because I've only been during non traditional working hours? I don't know, but long story short, it seemingly hasn't been an issue to have it be used for different purposes. I've been there for different things probably 4 or 5 times. I always think it's nice. When you walk in, there's a front desk, an elevator, and stairs. When you go up the stairs, it's kind of like a hallway that has a few different rooms. On the right side are the offices, which seem fairly small but I haven't actually looked inside, and on the left side are the more rehearsal space type rooms. I think there's only 2 or 3 of them, and I believe they are about the same size? Black dance floors with one wall as a full mirror. That's about it, so it's pretty basic/ simple in the rooms themselves, like most other similar spaces. One of the cool things to me about Fly Loft is that they have a little kitchen that you can (I think?) use. Well, I've never used it myself nor have I seen anyone else use it while I've been there, so maybe it's only for the people who actually work there, but I can't imagine that that's the case. I just think having that is a nice little extra element to have. It's almost kind of comforting to have it there. It makes it feel like a more "official" space too. The only real thing I don't like about Fly Loft is the parking situation. It's downtown (so, enough said!) and they don't really have their own lot, just a few spaces right out front, and even those I don't believe are free most of the time. Main reason for 4 stars instead of 5, though I know it's not really THEIR fault. It also isn't able to hold TONS of people (because other than the rooms it's kind of just a wide-ish hallway) but it's good for what it's good for. Overall a cool, in-the-city type of atmosphere, so I like having rehearsals here... again, I just wish I didn't have to stress about where to park!

I'm just a vendor, but I wanted to share my experience here!…read more Merrick Hollow feels like a hidden gem tucked away in the forest. In the outdoor ceremony space, the sunlight streaming through the trees is absolutely dreamy to paint. Indoors, the wall of windows brings in so much natural light that it really makes the space feel bright and airy. The white walls help, too, which is wonderful for photography or painting. Even though the venue is simple, it's effortlessly beautiful, and looking out the windows at the forest really makes you feel like you're outdoors. For me, as someone who spends a lot of time noticing light and space, this place is a joy to work in. Merrick Hollow is a beautiful setting for a wedding or other event!

This venue was such a dream. I couldn't have asked for a better or more special day. Everything…read moreabout this venue is unique and amazing. The owners are wonderful and some of the kindest people Ive ever met. I don't have a single bad thing to say. 10/17/2021 was the best day ever. If you're lucky enough to work with the day of coordinator Sybree I 100% suggest it. She's an angel and helped so so much. Don't hesitate booking this place. I wish I could do my wedding day all over again!!!

We hosted a 90th birthday party recently for our mom at 81 Ranch. We couldn't have been happier…read morewith the venue. They were so accommodating with our requests. They set up the room ahead of time so we could see it and make any changes, and also helped us hang banners and other decor. They also have a wonderful kitchen for food prep. It is a fabulous venue for any special event - weddings, receptions, or other types of parties. Happy to have such a fabulous place in Enid. Thank you to April and Brandi for all your help in ensuring we had a successful event!

I hosted a party at 81 Ranch a few months ago and was thoroughly impressed with this venue. It is…read morethe perfect place to hold a wedding, reception, or any other formal occasion. Although I no longer live in Enid, I grew up here and am proud to see such an amazing venue in my hometown. All our guests from out of town were literally stunned to see such a beautiful spot in Enid. Not only is the place picture-perfect, but the owners provided excellent service. They were extremely accommodating and easy to work with. Needless to say, our party was a big success. I highly recommend anyone to host their next event at 81 Ranch!

We held a baby shower recently at Occasions for about 25. Room C easily held the group and Candance…read morewas so easy and pleasant to work with! It was really nice that we were able to decorate and use the space how we needed. She was even extremely flexible and helpful regarding the catering. I would highly recommend for showers, birthdays, anniversary parties, and more!

I was searching for a location to host a corporate training event in Arkansas City. It proved to be…read morevery difficult to find a location in this area! I researched on Facebook and I found the listing. A call and very quick response from Andrew, the owner, resulted in booking the venue for two full days, mid week. Andrew was very easy to communicate with and was very responsive. We communicated via text message and phone. He allowed me to secure the room via partial online credit card payment and I paid the full balance the same way. He provided solid recommendations for local food services that would deliver as well. After the conclusion of our event, Andrew called to check in and ensure that everything went as planned. He was very receptive to some improvement suggestions as well. I would highly recommend anyone interested in securing a venue in the area to utilize Andrew and Venue 208.

Conveniently located in the business district, this venue is spacious enough for a good number of…read morepeople. You can't go wrong. Spacious and comfortable.

Came here for a dance event, and will be back this weekend for another one. The back room is…read morespacious for renting out for different types of events, and I liked how there was seating available also. I used to attend another location for dance events, but it would get super hot. This event center is better ventilated, and just a lot more comfortable. Great place to rent out if you're hosting a dance party!

From the owner: Our event center is the ideal venue for rehearsal dinners, birthday parties, business meetings,…read morefamily reunions, and more. Choose from multiple rooms available for rent to suit any occasion! The best way to get in contact with us is to give us a call.