Press

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Press Coverage

We're Making the News!

Venue 116 has undergone expansive renovations and experienced accelerated growth over the last year. And the people are noticing! Check out some of the different websites, publications and other media outlets where Venue 116 is making headlines.

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A Featured Wedding Venue

Venue 116 has the honor of being a 2025 Editor's Choice of the Bridal Extravaganza as a Who's Who of wedding venues in the Houston area.

The Bridal Extravaganza in Houston has been a must-attend wedding preparation event since 1983 for engaged couples, bride tribes, wedding vendors, and anybody making key decisions about their wedding day.

Find Venue 116 at the next Bridal Extravaganza show to discover the ideal wedding venue for your big day.

Featured Segment

"Selling Houston" on American Dream

The American Dream TV network is all about real people, running real businesses, highlighting positive media! Enjoy the first segment, taking you behind the scenes of our event venue, Venue 116.

Featured Listing

Katy Business Association

The Katy Business Association has recently highlighted Venue 116 as a premier wedding and event destination on it's website - thekba.org.

Located just 15 minutes west of Katy, Venue 116 was originally established in 1936 as an operating Cotton Gin and has been remodeled and transformed over the years with modern amenities.

Making Memories

Fulshear Chamber of Commerce Community Guide

Venue 116 was recently featured in the Fulshear Chamber of Commerce Community Guide! The article showcased the recent renovations to the venue and plans for even future growth.

The featured article also includes quotes from the Proprietor and President of Venue 116, Shawn Johnson, along with beautiful photography of the amazing venue.

Artifact and Donor Spotlight

The Plow - Official Publication of the FiberMax Center for Discovery

Venue 116 was recently featured in the The Plow - Official Publication of the FiberMax Center for Discovery! The article showcased the donation of an immaculate set of 1912 Lummus gin stands, provided to the center by Venue 116 during the renovation of the venue.

The featured article also spotlights Venue 116 owners, Jon and Shawn Johnson, for making the donation to preserve the history of Cotton Gin No. 116 at the FiberMax Center for Discovery.

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New & Improved

We've Made Some
Big Changes

We've worked tirelessly to improve our entire venue over the past year and we're very excited to have our guests enjoy the upgraded amenities. Everything from our main banquet hall to our bridal suite has been fully renovated to elevate the experience on your special day. Book a tour and come see for yourself all the changes that have been added to our beautiful venue.

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Get to know us

Meet the Team

Shawn Johnson

Proprietor

As the proud Proprietor of Venue 116, Shawn Johnson brings decades of experience in the art of entertainment and event excellence. With a passion for crafting unforgettable moments, Shawn is dedicated to making each event at Venue 116 truly extraordinary.

Katie Miller

Venue Manager

As the Venue Manager, Katie transforms moments into memories. Passion-driven, detail-oriented, and abundance of creativity, she is dedicated to ensuring that any event is an unforgettable experience.

Anna Lazenby

Event Specialist

Anna will oversee your event from your initial inquiry to the day of your celebration. Her dedication to making your dream event a reality ensures that every detail is managed with precision. You can trust that her behind-the-scenes expertise will create an unforgettable experience at Venue 116.

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Not sure yet? Come on by and receive a guided tour of our facility to find out if Venue 116 is the right place to host your next event. We're located within driving distance of the Houston and San Antonio area, so take a look in person and see for yourself what makes our venue so special.

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