Rentals & Parties
The COMO offers a variety of rental options to suit any occasion.
Whether you’re planning a birthday party, team meeting, fundraiser, theatrical performance, or another special event, the COMO has the perfect space for you.
Our versatile campus can accommodate a wide range of needs and event types, providing a welcoming and functional environment for gatherings of all sizes.
In addition to our indoor and outdoor spaces, we also coordinate rentals of DuBois Beach from Memorial Day through Labor Day, offering a scenic coastal venue for your summer events.
Contact us today to learn more about availability and booking options.
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Auditorium | Gymnasium | Conference Room | Bears Field | Owens Field | Tennis Courts | Paddle Tennis | duBois Beach
If applicable: $75 set up fee & $75 breakdown fee for all rentable spaces. The COMO offers the following equipment upon request, dependent upon availability: Wi-Fi, whiteboard, AV, projector screen, projector, phone/video conferencing, folding gray/blue chairs, and 8-foot rectangular tables. Linens are available at an additional cost. $10 for rectangular tablecloths and $12 for round tablecloths. Metal folding chairs are included in the cost. Upgrade to white event chairs for an additional $2.75 per chair. Rental options vary and can be customized on a group-by-group basis. Group rentals may require a certificate of insurance naming COMO additional insured.
Please use the form at the bottom of this page to inquire about COMO Facility Rentals.
COMO Members receive a 20% discount on room rentals and $50 off birthday parties.
Auditorium
Our newly renovated auditorium has neutral colors, wall-mounted lantern lighting, and overhead lighting. A permanent 40′ x 28′ wooden stage with stage curtains may be utilized. 8 ft. rectangular or 60″ round tables and chairs are included. The auditorium has a two-hour minimum rental that includes one hour for set-up and one hour for break-down.
- Size : 3,200 sq. ft including stage (40′ x 28′ with high ceilings)
- Maximum occupancy: 136 with tables and chairs or 211 with only chairs
- Cost: $150/hour (two-hour minimum rental), $50/hour for kitchen only
Features
Folding chairs included
Round tables included
Overhead and canister lighting
8-foot rectangular tables included
Lighting
Overhead fans
Permanent stage
Gymnasium
The full-sized gymnasium offers the opportunity for sports games & practices, special events, birthday parties, or competitions. The basketball court includes six hoops and padded walls. A paned viewing window opens to the hallway. The gym does not have bleachers or seating, however, 6-foot rectangular or 60″ round tables and folding chairs are available.
- Size: 3,744 sq. ft
- Capacity: 200 with tables & chairs or 418 with chairs only
- Cost: $75/hr
Features
Viewing windows
Six basketball hoops – two regulation-sized and four that vary between 7 and 9-foot hoops
Access upon request to gym equipment including soccer balls, basketballs, footballs, and dodge balls
Children’s Garden
The Children’s Garden is located near 45 Cutler Street, across from the COMO main building. Beautifully maintained by the Stonington Garden Club, the Children’s Garden is an outdoor space with a pond, vegetables, fruits, and flowers growing all year round. It is used by the COMO Education Programs as a tool to teach about nature, seasons, food, animals, ecosystems, and more!
- Cost: $100/hr
Conference Room
The conference room offers a professional space for meetings, classes and presentations. The room is white walled with laminate wood flooring. The neutral color palette and classroom set up ensure your group can stay focused and engaged. There is a TV screen for presentations.
- Size: 136 sq. ft.
- Capacity: 5-8
- Cost: $35/hour
Features
Permanent conference table
Smart TV monitor mounted for use for presentations/meetings upon request
Six office chairs, unless otherwise requested
Dimmable lighting
Bears Field
Bears Field is a great field area that is perfect to host pick up games/activities or special outdoor events such as a birthday parties, special occasion dinners, field days, etc.
- Size: 40,000+ sq. ft
- Capacity: 100+
- Cost: $50/hour
Features
Soccer goals
Access to port-o-john at Owens Field
Owens Field
At approximately 42,937 sq. ft, Owens Field is a great area to host pick up games/activities or special outdoor events such as a birthday parties, special occasion dinners, field days, etc. The parking lot is adjacent to the field.
- Size: 42,937 sq. ft
- Capacity: 100+
- Cost: $50/hour
Features
Soccer goals
Access to port-o-john
Parking lot adjacent to field
Tennis Courts
Four regulation-sized, high visibility courts with USTA decoTurf surfacing. Swipe card entry, ADA lines.
- Capacity: 4+
- Cost: $70/hr per court with a minimum of two court rental
- Group rentals require a certificate of insurance
Features
USTA decoTurf surfacing
Four regulation-sized, high-visibility courts
Swipe card entry
Access to bathroom
Parking
Bench Seating
Paddle Tennis
Four aluminum courts; single and double player courts available. Rental includes access to a warming hut, heaters and viewing deck. Perfect for paddle matches, practice, socials, parties, etc.
- Capacity: 4+
- Cost: $70/hr per court with a minimum of two court rental
- Group rentals require a certificate of insurance
Features
Parking
Access to restroom facilities across the parking lot
Heaters to melt courts during winter months
Heat in the warming hut
Warming hut has paddles and balls available
Lighting for evening play
Warming hut furniture (bench seating to view play, module cushioned seating, coffee table)
Outdoor furniture on warming hut patio
Water fountain
DuBois Beach
The COMO coordinates rentals of duBois Beach from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Outside of these dates,rentals of the beach are handled by the Stonington Village Improvement Association (SVIA). duBois beach is a great family beach with gentle surf, a large sandy beach, jetties for crabbing, and an anchored dock. Perfect for weddings, birthday parties, field day events, and more. duBois Beach is open to the public with a lifeguard on duty from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily during the summer.
Capacity
During open hours: 15-person maximum (includes children & adults)
After open hours: 60-person maximum
Cost
- $200 per three-hour rental
Features
Access to port-o-john
First come, first served parking
Floating dock
The duBois beach rental agreement and pricing can be found here.
Inquire About Rental Space
Contact Kathy Adami at development@thecomo.org for more information.
