About The Bastion

Our Event Space

Our event space is the perfect location for your next event. We welcome private events for family gatherings, organizations, businesses, corporate events. The Bastion is a convenient and welcoming space with private parking and patio. Our event space books pretty far in advance, so please reserve early to save your event date! To discuss your event, please call Chef Riccetti at

817-913-6972.

Our Amenities

We offer a variety of amenities to make your event a success, including our indoor event hall with an open dance floor and stage, as well as an outdoor patio space. Our space holds a historic charm but is open to be decorated to match the look of the event that you are curating. We have almost everything you need to create the perfect atmosphere for your event!

Our Location

The Bastion is conveniently located at 2100 Hemphill Street in the heart of the historic Fairmount neighborhood in Fort Worth, Texas.

The Bastion compound encompasses nearly an entire city block with its event space, outdoor patio, gardens, and residential units. This unique historic property was once the Edna Gladney Home for Unwed Mothers and is designated as a Texas Historic Landmark.

The charm of the Bastion grounds is emphasized by the importance Chef Chandra and her husband Richard place in restoring the property to its original state.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us if you cannot find an answer to your question.

What is needed to reserve the event space?

Communication with Chef Chandra Riccetti on the event type, date, amount of guests, and duration you are hoping to host. Based on your event needs and specifications an event fee shall be calculated and a tour of the space can be arranged if requested.

What are permissible hours for an event?

8 AM start time to Midnight finish.

Guests must leave the event space and parking lot by midnight

Your clean-up crew may stay for an extended 30 minutes to wrap up after an evening event.

When may I set up for our special event?

We try not to have more than one event per day, so set-up times are often very flexible based on when your event is to occur.

Does The Bastion cater for all events in the space?

Yes, The Bastion restaurant may cater, and Chef Chandra will guide you through what you are looking for in your event. Chef Chandra may also guide you to other resources if the Bastion catering services are unavailable at that time.

Is there tableware we can use?

Yes! We have dinnerware and linens available for rent.

May we bring in our own food vendors/caterers?

Yes, The Bastion restaurant allows outside caterers. However, a clean-up service fee is required for any outside food service, and they must provide a copy of their insurance to the Bastion.

What is included in the clean up fee?

The standard clean-up fee is our staff taking out the trash and cleaning the event space. All attendee event props and bulk items are expected to be removed from the event space following your gathering.

May we use the commercial kitchen at the Bastion?

No, but there are opportunities for the caterer to have a prep and serving area if needed. Arrangements must be made well before the event to ensure the caterer is prepared and knowledgeable of the facility.

Is alcohol allowed in The Bastion?

Yes, alcohol is allowed in our event space. However, we require a certified bartender to serve alcohol and follow all state and local laws.

Does The Bastion provide audiovisual equipment?

Yes, we have some speakers and microphones for use. Please let us know your specific requirements when booking, and we can see how we can best accommodate you.

What is the maximum capacity inside?

60 persons

What is the cancellation policy for The Bastion?

Our cancellation policy depends on the event type and duration. Please contact us for more information.

About The Bastion

Our Event Space

Our Amenities

Our Location

Frequently Asked Questions

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