COLUMBIA’S PREMIER CONCERT & EVENTS VENUE

812 South High Street
Historic Columbia, Tennessee

SHENANDOAH • FILMED AT THE MULEHOUSE

LARRY FLEET • THE MULEHOUSE SESSIONS

We were so honored to host the amazing Larry Fleet for his series called The Mulehouse Sessions.

FEATURED SHOWS

COUNTRY CHRISTMAS DANCE NIGHT

w/ Urban Cowboy Line Dancing

DEC. 13

DOORS: 7:00 PM
DANCING: 7:30 PM

It’s a Christmas version — come dance the night away with the amazing teachers from Urban Cowboy Line Dancing. We’ll start with beginner dances and get more complex as we go. We’ll keep you dancing well past your bedtime!

* Note that advance tickets are $5 cheaper than getting them at the door when you come down!

POINT OF GRACE

Comfort & Joy Christmas Tour
with Special Guest, Jason Gray

DEC. 19

VIP Q&A: 5:45 PM
DOORS: 6:15 PM
SHOW: 7:00 PM

Point of Grace Comfort and Joy Tour with very special guest Jason Gray! This has become a yearly favorite for The Mulehouse, and is a perfect way to celebrate the Christmas season! Don’t miss this unforgettable show!

NEW YEAR’S EVE with RUBIK’S GROOVE

Ring in the New Year with us!

DEC. 31

LOUNGE: 6:00 PM
DOORS: 8:00 PM
SHOW: 9:00 PM

Rubiks Groove is your premiere “Outside of the Box” 80s, 90s & 00s tribute band – this high energy, character-driven act will take you back to the best era of music with a complete 360 degree interactive experience that includes live music from rock to hip hop, characters, costumes, and videos!

FREE COMMUNITY EVENT!!
DECEMBER 20
6:00pm – 8:30pm

Please BRING A GIFT for ages Pre-K – 18
Boys & Girls Club of Columbia’s Gift Drive 

  • Your fave Christmas carols performed by GARY CHAPMAN & friends
  • Local artists – acoustic performances for a night of joy and celebration
  • SANTA 🎅🏼 will be on site!
  • HOT COCOA bar!

Make your plans and bring the WHOLE FAMILY! 

BRIDAL & PROM SHOW
JANUARY 11
11am-2pm and 4pm-7pm

Join us for a day of glamour and inspiration at The Bridal and Prom Show presented by Elegant Events & Rentals, House of Britt, 931 Beauty Co. and The Mulehouse!

FULL SCHEDULE

NEW SHOWS ADDED WEEKLY, SO KEEP AN EYE OUT RIGHT HERE

DEC. 7

SATURDAY

WORLD TURNING BAND • A Fleetwood Mac Tribute

These guys don’t miss any of the Fleetwood Mac nuances, and will make you feel like you’re watching the real thing!

DEC. 13

FRIDAY

COUNTRY DANCE NIGHT • with Urban Cowboy Line Dancing

Join us for a CHRISTMAS version of a foot-stomping good time with expert instruction, friendly vibes, and a great community of dance enthusiasts.

DEC. 14

SATURDAY

ONE CHRISTMAS EVENING • Benefit w/ Foster Party Of 8

This combo band/orchestra/choir will wow you with a selection audience favorites and holiday music & uplifting gospel songs, all in support of Maury County’s “Shop With A Cop” children’s charity program!

DEC. 19

THURSDAY

POINT OF GRACE • Comfort & Joy Christmas Tour

A Mulehouse Christmas favorite – don’t miss this Point of Grace show with very special guest Jason Gray!

DEC. 20

FRIDAY

FREE CHRISTMAS EVENT • Gift Drive for Boys & Girls Club

Join us for an evening of music, hot cocoa and SANTA, and help the Boys & Girls Club of Columbia make sure that underprivileged kids have an awesome Christmas, too.

DEC. 22

SUNDAY

CHRISTMAS JAZZ • with Cord Martin & Friends

Get ready to groove to some of the most beloved Christmas classics reimagined in contemporary jazz style, alongside Cord’s very own original compositions.

DEC. 31

TUESDAY

NEW YEAR’S EVE • with Rubiks Groove

Ring in the New Year with this high energy band and a complete 360 degree interactive experience that includes live music from rock to hip hop, videos and more! 

JAN. 10

FRIDAY

KAREN MILLS • Comedy Night at The Mulehouse

Her smart & funny observations will keep you laughing as you relate to her experiences… even cancer couldn’t stop her from turning pain into punchlines.

JAN. 11

SATURDAY

BRIDAL SHOW • Calling All Brides-To-Be!

11am – 2pm • Join us for the Bridal Show, where you’ll find everything you need for your special day all under one roof!

JAN. 11

SATURDAY

PROM SHOW • Calling All Budding Prom Queens!

4pm – 7pm • Meet the vendors you need for the ultimate prom experience at The Prom Show – you won’t want to miss this!

JAN. 16

THURSDAY

70s JUKEBOX COUNTDOWN • A 70s Music Lover’s Dream

Hear all your favorite songs from this extraordinary decade of music. The best rock, dance, pop and love songs of all time.

FEB. 8

SATURDAY

RESURRECTION • A Journey Tribute

Prepare to be mesmerized by their flawless renditions of iconic Journey songs that will leave you astonished at how closely they capture the spirit of the original band.

FEB. 20

THURSDAY

AN EVENING OF BLUEGRASS & COUNTRY FOR A CAUSE!

Proceeds go to Agathos Classical School. A Swanky Southern Nights LIVE! show feat. award-winning Bluegrass duo Darin & Brooke Aldridge, as well as Brenda Lynn Allen, Makky Kaylor and hosted by Devon O’Day and Jack Plant!

FEB. 21

FRIDAY

END OF THE LINE • Allman Bros. Tribute Band

The premier Allman Brothers tribute band, making a name for themselves nationally with a sound as classic & heavy as the original brothers themselves.

LOOK NO FURTHER… YOU’VE FOUND THE RIGHT PLACE

We don’t just do concerts!  The Mulehouse is a former church in an historic downtown Tennessee town, and makes for the perfect location to create your dream wedding, fantastic private and corporate events, photo and video shoots, and SO much more!

CORPORATE EVENTS

Our Dawson Hall is multi-functional, and can provide for all your corporate function needs, whether large or small.

PRIVATE PARTIES

Celebrating a birthday, graduation or any other exciting event? We have the right space to cater for all of your needs.

WEDDINGS

You’ve dreamed about this day, and we’re here to make every single detail as perfect as it has been in your mind for so long!

CHARITY EVENTS

Raise funds for your charity or other benefit event and take advantage of our stage & other spaces to make your event pop!

PHOTO/VIDEO SHOOT

This gorgeous stage within the stunning stained glass of the old restored church building will provide so many iconic images!

SPONSORSHIP
OPPORTUNITIES

The Mulehouse offers a range of sponsorship opportunities to fit your needs as a company, organization or non-profit. Contact Amy Fish here to learn about current packages available as well as customizable options.

ARTIST
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Whaddaya waiting for?!

In an indirect way, The Mulehouse in downtown Columbia owes its existence to a fictional Iowa cornfield.

“We built The Mulehouse without excuse and spared no expense,” says owner Blair Garner. “Much like Field of Dreams, we felt that if you build it, they will come.”

And after a seven million dollar renovation, patrons have been lining up to see name brand acts in the former First Baptist Church since its May of 2021 opening.

Garner’s mission, for patrons and performers, is “to provide an experience that is so deep and so rich that it becomes a memory. People will go where they feel welcome and appreciated and they will want to return. Shortcuts never win.”

The “no shortcuts” rule applies to The Mulehouse’s technology. According to Garner, who is best known for his work as an acclaimed country music disc jockey, it is the first venue in America to be built around livestreaming and one of only two (Radio City Music Hall in New York is the other) that’s entirely 4K video resolution. “We can serve music fans whether they are here in person or living in Norway,” he says. “And the building is prewired for 8K so when that technology comes, we’re ready for a plug-and-play transition.”

The venue, which can accommodate up to 500 is a far cry from what Garner found when he acquired the building. The old church had been overrun by mold and it was home to many wild and stray animals. There were local conversations about leveling the structure and starting over. “For those in the community, it became painful to see a beloved building fall into disrepair,” he
says. But in a short time, Garner, along with his husband, Eric, have turned it into a local treasure.

“I’m the visionary, the one who believes anything is possible,” says Blair. “Eric is the numbers guy, analytical and pragmatic. He takes my vision and puts it into practical terms by which it can be achieved at a consistent level of quality. It’s been important for us to crawl before we run.”

Currently The Mulehouse occupies about half of the structure’s 55,000 square feet. According to Garner, the next steps include building-out that space with a boutique hotel and restaurant. Not if, but when that happens, perhaps in the next year, he says it will be with partners who adhere to the same standards as the Garners.

WHAT THEY’RE SAYING

“This is one of the nicest venues I’ve ever visited. Our band has done two video shoots and a concert at this location. The staff is top notch and a detail never falls through the cracks. Very thankful for all of the hard work from Amy F. and Geoffrey B.!!!”

 

S. Allen (Google)

“The best music venue in South of Nashville.”

 

K. Nichols (Google)

“I love this venue. I highly recommend it to our couples. Beautiful decor, lighting, sound system for music is top of the line. Tracy is a great Event Coordinator and very helpful to our couples. Perfect Wedding and Elopement venue.”

 

A. Alley (Wedding Planner • Facebook)
“I used the Mulehouse for a live comedy show taping and couldn’t recommend them more. Geoffrey, Tracey, Amy – everyone goes above and beyond. I felt very well supported! The cameras are incredible – best around. Not to mention, the entire venue is SUPER spacious for artist/production teams. Loved it!”

 

C. Murphy (Google)

“The lounge is so unique and quaint and the venue is an intimate place to go for any type of concert! They did a great job rehabbing that old church!!”

 

D. Hoekstra (Facebook)

WOW! Tracy and the team made our wedding day an absolute dream! From the first tour to the big day the communication and attention to detail were unparalleled! Our guests were blown away by the gorgeous venue! The stained glass, exposed brick, and Nashville charm were the perfect combination we were looking for! The bar staff was upbeat and having just as much fun as the guests were which made the whole experience that much better!

 

S. Walls (Google)

My wife and I attended a Caroline Jones concert at the Mulehouse. The venue is attractive and intimate. The look and vibe is so inviting for a relaxing time. We loved the old church artifacts still evident in the refurbishment. It is a 3.5 hr drive for us, but we said that we will return to Columbia and Mulehouse for an extended weekend “date”.

 

B. Goedde (Google)

We had an incredible event at the Mulehouse. Tracy, Brad and their team were so helpful in helping us accommodate food trucks, our guests, and production/ filming. The venue is beautifully renovated, the greenroom is perfectly set up and well thought out, and their team is so kind. Thanks for a great time!

 

A. Munn (Google)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is The Mulehouse?

Set your GPS for 812 South High St, in downtown historic Columbia, TN – we’ll have a cold beer waiting for you!

Where do I park?
Just head toward the back of our building, and you’ll see our parking lot. If we’re filled up by the time you get here, no problem — there’s a lot of street parking. We’d just ask that you keep the noise level down. We’re all about being good neighbors.
Do you have a bar?

Yes, we have multiple bars. Doesn’t matter whether you’re on the main floor of the theater or up in the balcony, our satellite bars have you covered.

If you want the full bar, head to our downstairs lounge. We’re fully stocked if you’re in the mood for something a little stronger.

What type of payment does The Mulehouse accept?
Bring your plastic, because we’re a cashless venue. We’re good with Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express.

Exxon, Home Depot, and Kroger cards won’t make the cut.

What is not allowed in the venue?
Bad attitudes. Rude behavior. Small minds.

Aside from that, the usual stuff: alcohol, drugs, guns or weapons of any kind, outside food or beverages.

What is your bag policy?
Any bag larger than a 12” x 12” x 6” has to stay in your ride. We suggest bringing in a small purse or clutch — which may feel a little odd for some of the guys, but whatever you’re into. You do you.
Can I bring my camera into the show?
Everybody’s got a camera on their phone, and we’re totally cool with that. Do us a favor though, and turn off the flash and tag us on socials, @themulehouse!

As for those cameras with detachable lenses, those won’t fly without approved media credentials.

Occasionally though, some performers don’t want any cameras, phones or otherwise. When that happens, we’re always going to honor their request.

Is there seating available for shows?
If you’re up in the balcony, you’ll find some of our original pews where you can take a load off.

Down on the main floor, it really depends on the kind of show you’re joining us for. Some shows will have assigned table seating, some will have assigned seats, or they might even be standing room only. Just look on our event page for that particular show. It’s all detailed there.

How can I purchase tickets to shows at The Mulehouse?

There are a few options for you:

  1. Purchase them from us on this website, through SeeTickets – just click the button for the show you want to attend.
  2. If the show’s not sold out, you can get them at the door. But don’t forget, we’re credit card only. Leave the Benjamins in your pocket.
I lost my ticket info. Can you help?

If you bought it from our ticketing partner SeeTickets, or from us directly, you’ve got nothing to worry about.  

Just hit up our box office on the day of the show with your ID and the credit card you used to buy the ticket with. We’ll do our best to get you taken care of. Another good plan would be to email our ticking company at help@seetickets.us in advance.

I bought my ticket from a ticket reseller like Stubhub or Vivid Seats, is that okay?
This is a tough one — Sometimes it all works out okay — but sometimes it doesn’t.

We’re always on your side, but if you didn’t get the ticket from us or SeeTickets directly, it gets pretty dicey. The problem is that we have no way to vouch for the legitimacy of any tickets sold by a reseller until they are actually scanned as you come in for the show.

If your ticket turns out to be fake, you have every reason to be disappointed. Let’s just call it what it is: A very sucky situation.

While we’d love to turn it into a happy ending, we just can’t do that. Somebody else has already bought a legitimate ticket, and if they’re not seated already, they will be shortly.

So the bottom line is that purchasing tickets from any source other than SeeTickets or Lyte is at your own risk.

I require ADA seating – how do I get in touch?

First of all, we are so glad you’ll be coming to the show. We’ve spent a lot of time trying to ensure that those who need ADA seating have the best possible experience. 

When selecting your ticket, look for the seats listed as ADA then when you get to the show, we’ll be glad to help you to your seat.

Any other questions before the show? Catch us at info@themulehouse.com.

Can I upgrade my ticket?
We, along with our business partner Lyte are committed to providing a safe marketplace to buy and sell your official tickets to our shows. This network will help you find other tickets available for upgrade. 
Do you rent out The Mulehouse?

Absolutely! Our main focus is creating unique experiences for our guests and that includes your private events. Please reach out HERE.

THE MULEHOUSE

812 South High Street
Columbia, Tennessee 38401

(214) 491-8354

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