Visit Elmwood Community Center: Hours, Activities & Room Rentals
Elmwood Community Center is a Town of West Hartford recreation and events facility at 1106 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06110. It offers recreation and enrichment programs, a basketball gym, meeting rooms, an auditorium, event rentals and access to the Elmwood Senior Center.
Reviewed October 29, 2026. Program schedules and quoted rental rates should be reconfirmed with the Town.
Hours, Contacts & Correct Entrance
| Service | Published Information |
|---|---|
| Community Center office | Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4 PM; 860-561-8160 |
| Recreation classes and events | Schedules vary; check the individual program calendar. |
| Approved room rentals | Weekday, evening and weekend bookings may be arranged separately. |
| Elmwood Senior Center | Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4:30 PM; 860-561-8180 |
| General holiday hours | Subject to Town closures and event schedules. |
| Access | The Town’s RecDesk facility listing identifies the entrance via Bourgoyne Street. |
Programs for Children, Adults & Families
West Hartford Leisure Services offers seasonal activities through Elmwood and other Town facilities. Program categories include:
- Music, dance, creative arts and enrichment classes.
- Basketball and other indoor recreation.
- Fitness, wellness and movement programs.
- Personal development and educational workshops.
- Children’s recreation and seasonal camp programs.
- Special-needs recreation and inclusion opportunities.
- Senior social, cultural, educational and wellness activities.
Not every Town leisure program runs at Elmwood. Check the venue shown in the current RecDesk listing before registering.
How to Register for a Program
- Open the official Elmwood programs page.
- Choose the RecDesk online registration option.
- Create or update your household profile.
- Browse the current season’s activities.
- Check the program’s age group, meeting address, dates, fees and open spaces.
- Submit the registration and required electronic forms.
- Pay through the authorized registration system and keep confirmation.
Ask the program coordinator about waitlists, accessibility accommodations or financial assistance if needed. Eligibility and any Town recreation scholarships are determined by the applicable program rules.
Room Rentals: Capacity & Best Uses
Elmwood offers spaces for approved birthdays, showers, meetings, performances, small weddings, receptions and community events.
| Space | Published Capacity / Features |
|---|---|
| St. Jacques Auditorium | 150–180 theater-style, approximately 80 banquet guests with dance floor or 125 without; 44-by-20-foot stage and attached kitchen. |
| Laurel Hall, Rooms 29/211 | Flexible divisible space with kitchen; up to 80 audience-style, with banquet capacity depending on setup. |
| Mayflower Suite, Rooms 21/23/25 | Three flexible rooms; up to 110 audience-style or approximately 100 with tables. |
| Meeting/Classrooms | Up to 40 audience-style or roughly 25–35 banquet-style. |
| Gymnasium | Elementary-school-sized basketball court; no bleachers or air-conditioning. |
The kitchen associated with the auditorium includes preparation tables, sinks, refrigerator/freezer and stoves. Ask whether use, catering access and cleanup arrangements are included in your specific reservation.
Elmwood Rental Fees: Published Reference Rates
The Town’s rental webpage still presents these prices. Its linked PDF describes rates valid through December 31, 2024, so treat these as reference prices, not confirmed 2026 quotations.
| Rental & User Type | Weekday | Weekend |
|---|---|---|
| Auditorium + kitchen, private group, 4 hours | $400 | $500 |
| Auditorium + kitchen, nonprofit, 4 hours | $300 | $385 |
| Laurel Hall + kitchen, private group, 4 hours | $275 | $325 |
| Laurel Hall + kitchen, nonprofit, 4 hours | $225 | $275 |
| Room 211 + kitchen, private, hourly | $75/hr | $85/hr |
| Room 211 + kitchen, nonprofit, hourly | $60/hr | $70/hr |
| Classroom, private, hourly | $50/hr | $60/hr |
| Classroom, nonprofit, hourly | $40/hr | $50/hr |
| Gym, resident/nonprofit, hourly | $65/hr | $80/hr |
| Gym, nonresident, hourly | $90/hr | $110/hr |
Auditorium additional hours in the published schedule cost $90 weekday/$105 weekend for private groups or $65 weekday/$75 weekend for nonprofits. For the full Laurel Hall, private-group additional hours are $65 weekday/$80 weekend; nonprofit additional hours are $55 weekday/$65 weekend.
For help budgeting deposits, staffing and cleanup charges across event venues, see our community center rental fees and booking guide.
How to Reserve Elmwood Community Center
- Choose a space. Match the guest count and seating style to the auditorium, Laurel Hall, Mayflower Suite, classroom or gym.
- Set a date. Have a preferred date and an alternative.
- Estimate all hours. Include decorating, equipment setup and cleanup.
- Contact the Town. Call 860-561-8160 during weekday office hours to request availability or a tour.
- Request a final quote. Confirm current pricing, nonprofit status, additional hours, kitchen use, insurance and any deposit.
- Check rental restrictions. Ask about food, alcohol, music, furnishings, decorations and access arrangements.
- Complete approval. Follow the Town’s agreement and payment instructions.
- Keep confirmation. Record the room, scheduled hours, entrance and cleanup responsibilities.
Gym rentals require liability waivers and team rosters when applicable. The published Town rule applies nonresident gym rates to organized teams with fewer than 25% West Hartford residents.
Elmwood Senior Center: Programs & Contact
The Elmwood Senior Center operates on the second floor at the same 1106 New Britain Avenue address. Its published office hours are Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4:30 PM.
| Senior Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Telephone | 860-561-8180 |
| WHSC@WestHartfordCT.gov | |
| Membership | The Town welcomes adults to its senior programs without a general membership requirement. |
| Activities | Educational, fitness, cultural, social and other programs published in the Senior Centers Bulletin. |
| Registration | Check each program’s fee, eligibility, advance sign-up and schedule. |
How to Join a Senior Activity
- Open the official Senior Centers page.
- Review the current program bulletin.
- Choose the Elmwood location rather than Bishops Corner.
- Check the class date, cost and whether a reservation is necessary.
- Call 860-561-8180 with registration or accommodation questions.
For general explanations of senior-center classes, transportation and registration, use our senior community center services guide.
New Elmwood Community Center Project
West Hartford is developing a new community complex planned for 100 Mayflower Street. The project is intended to bring together the Community Center, Senior Center and a public library branch, with additional recreation, gathering and educational spaces.
Do not navigate to the proposed new building for a current class or rental. As of this review, the Town’s active Elmwood Community Center listing continues to identify 1106 New Britain Avenue. Project designs, construction milestones and opening dates are separate from current visitor operations.
For construction updates, use the official Elmwood Community Center building project page.
Map, Parking & Accessibility
Address: 1106 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06110. The Town’s facility reservation listing identifies access from Bourgoyne Street.
Confirm event parking, accessible entrances and elevator access when arranging second-floor meetings or senior activities. The Town does not provide one verified parking-space count for all event situations.
If you are comparing another Connecticut facility with publicly listed meeting room rates, the Newtown Community Center visitor guide covers a separate center and its rental options.
Before You Visit
- Confirm the activity is at Elmwood, not another West Hartford facility.
- Check the exact program time rather than only office hours.
- Use the Bourgoyne Street entrance information where applicable.
- Register through the official RecDesk platform if required.
- For an event, confirm updated rental pricing and written approval.
- For seniors, contact the second-floor Senior Center office.
- Ask about accessibility before booking an upstairs room.
- Do not confuse the existing building with the proposed new center.
For a second Connecticut example with different public recreation and facility-use arrangements, see our Shelton Community Center visitor guide. Its schedules and fees do not apply at Elmwood.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where is Elmwood Community Center located?
The West Hartford Elmwood Community Center is at 1106 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06110, with facility entrance information via Bourgoyne Street.
2. What are Elmwood Community Center’s hours?
The Community Center office is open Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4 PM. Individual programs, senior activities and approved rentals have separate schedules.
3. What is the Elmwood Community Center phone number?
Call 860-561-8160 for programs, event spaces, office information and rental inquiries.
4. Can I rent the auditorium for a wedding or party?
Yes. The Town advertises the auditorium for weddings, parties, performances and other events, subject to booking approval and rental rules.
5. How much does an auditorium rental cost?
The published Town reference rates list four-hour auditorium bookings at $400 weekday or $500 weekend for private groups, with different nonprofit prices. The linked fee sheet is valid through 2024, so ask for the current 2026 quote.
6. Can I rent the Elmwood gym?
Yes. The gym can be booked for approved athletic events, subject to waivers and team requirements. The Town’s published reference rates vary by residency and weekday/weekend use.
7. Does Elmwood offer children’s and adult programs?
Yes. West Hartford Leisure Services offers seasonal music, dance, art, sports, fitness, enrichment and other activities. Check RecDesk for the current programs located at Elmwood.
8. Is there a senior center at Elmwood?
Yes. Elmwood Senior Center is on the second floor. Its office is open Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4:30 PM, and can be contacted at 860-561-8180.
9. How do I register for a recreation class?
Open the Town’s Elmwood programs page, follow the official RecDesk registration link, select the class and complete the enrollment and payment requirements.
10. Has Elmwood Community Center moved to Mayflower Street?
The Town is planning a new center at 100 Mayflower Street. Its currently published existing Community Center address remains 1106 New Britain Avenue. Check official project updates for any relocation announcement.
Official Sources & Contact
- Town of West Hartford — Community Center and Office Hours
- Programs and RecDesk Registration
- Official Event Rooms, Capacities and Rental Pricing
- Facility Address and Entrance Listing
- Elmwood Senior Center Office and Contact
- New Elmwood Community Center Project Updates
Elmwood Community Center: 1106 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06110. Phone: 860-561-8160.
Independent visitor guide reviewed October 29, 2026. Rental prices are published reference figures, not confirmed current quotes. The Town of West Hartford controls schedules, fees, registration and facility reservations.