Plan an Event

The University of ColoradoÌýBoulder offers many wonderful venues for you to host an event. The majority of our scheduling is done through the CU Events Planning & Catering office, 303-492-8833. Larger conferences and multiple day events should contact CU Conference Services, 303-492-5151.

Events policy and guidance

All students, faculty, staff and others interested in hosting an event on campus should read and familiarize themselves with the campusÌýEvents and Activities Policy, as well as theÌýEvent and Activities Guidance. The two documents outline all requirements and procedures related to hosting campus events. Starting the application/approval process for your event as early as possible will help ensure a smooth process and successful event.

Events with Alcohol

If you represent a non-University organization or are a private individual planning an event with alcohol on the CU Boulder campus, please contact the Campus Manager of Alcohol Service at 303-492-4558 orÌýcampusalcoholagent@colorado.edu. ÌýThe Campus Manager of Alcohol Service will assist you in choosing a venue and scheduling your event and answer any questions you have about alcohol service on campus.

Information for University employees on scheduling an event with alcoholÌý.

Events with Alcohol

Space on Campus

From ballrooms to boardrooms, the University of ColoradoÌýBoulder has a wide variety of meeting and event space that can be rented by the public.ÌýWe have several on-site caterers, and many of our venues allow outside catering.ÌýFor the location of the venues listed below, visit theÌý.

Multiple VenuesÌýAcross Campus

Additional Campus Venues

    • ATLAS BuildingÌý-Ìý150-seat auditorium, small seminar rooms, 25-seat and 40-seat classrooms and performance and exhibit spaces.
      Contact:ÌýATLAS SchedulingÌýÌý303-735-4577
    • British & Irish StudiesÌý-ÌýA signature meeting room atop Norlin Library.
      Contact:ÌýAlyssa Cordova 303-735-1186
    • Ìý-ÌýDynamic and flexible meeting spaces are anchored by a top-flight dining facility.
      Contact:ÌýMichael ReynosoÌý 303-492-2837
    • Ìý-ÌýAuditorium and atrium.
      Contact:ÌýDaniel KeaneÌý
    • Ìý- Facility features arena with seating capacity of 11,064 and 2 practice gyms and a Club Room providing options for hosting events.
      Contact:ÌýCarly HermÌý 303-735-4588
    • CU Museum of Natural HistoryÌý- Conveniently located just off Broadway in the Henderson Building, the museum features five exhibit galleries with rotating exhibits. Two galleries, Paleontology Hall and BioLounge, available for rental.ÌýÌý
      Contact:ÌýSamantha EadsÌý 303-735-5015
    • Â鶹ÊÓƵy Learning CenterÌý-ÌýThe Bechtel Collaboratory, seats up to 108 people and can be divided into three smaller rooms if desired. Videoconferencing. Murray Reading Room and DLC Atrium Lobby can be reserved separately or in conjunction.
      Contact:ÌýCollege of Engineering & Applied Science Dean’s OfficeÌý303-492-5071
    • Engineering LobbyÌý-ÌýGround floor lobby area with gallery space, coffee bar and seating.
      Contact:ÌýCollege of Engineering & Applied Science Dean’s OfficeÌý303-492-5071
    • Ìý-ÌýPlanetarium, lobby and classrooms available for reservation. Multimedia services available.
      Contact:ÌýFrancisco SalasÌýÌý303-492-5002
    • Ìý-ÌýClub Level, Rooftop Terrace, Touchdown Club.
      Contact:ÌýChandler BaroneÌý 303-492-3213Ìýor Valerie ErwinÌý 303-492-9790
    • Gamow Tower Commons RoomÌý-ÌýGraduate study lounge on the 11th floor of the Gamow Tower in the Duane Physics Building. Spectacular 360-degree view of the Boulder area.
      Contact:ÌýPhysics Information Desk Ìý303-492-6952
    • Idea Forge (Miramontes Baca Education Building) - Several spaces serve as versatile event spaces for groups, specifically the Commons and Project-Based Learning Studio.
      Contact: Victoria LanaghanÌý 303-735-1117
    • Jennie Smoly Caruthers Biotechnology BuildingÌý-ÌýRooms of varying sizes and configurations available for rent including a 4th floor conference room, a 200-seat auditorium and an outdoor terrace area.ÌýÌý
      Contact: ÌýAngela JanacekÌý 303-735-3788
    • Ìý-ÌýAn auditorium located in the JILA building.
      Contact: ÌýKim Monteleone Ìý303-492-5749
    • Koenig Alumni CenterÌý-ÌýBeautifully restored residence with catering kitchen and surrounding gardens with gazebo shelter.
      Contact:Ìýcontactalumni@colorado.eduÌýÌý303-492-8484
    • Ìý-ÌýClassrooms and meeting facilities.Ìý
      Conference Rooms: contact the Welcome Desk 303-492-0467
      Classrooms in Leeds:ÌýcontactÌýthe UMC 303-492-8833.
    • Ìý-ÌýOne of the premiere concert halls on the front range, Macky Auditorium seats 2,040. Full technical support available.
      Contact:ÌýRudy BetancourtÌýÌý303-492-8423
    • Ìý-ÌýWith seating for up to 1007 and views of the Flatirons, the Mary Rippon Theatre is a beautiful location for large and small scale events.
      Contact: Jonathan DunkleÌýÌý303-492-3168
    • Ìý-ÌýA large outdoor space located centrally to the Porter Biosciences, Muenzinger and MCDB Buildings.
      Contact:ÌýKate BellÌýÌý303-492-8092
    • Old Main ChapelÌý-ÌýA beautifully refurbished multi-level theatre space in the campus' oldest building.
      Contact:ÌýCU Events Planning & Catering 303-492-8833
    • Ìý-ÌýConveniently located just off of Foothills Pkwy on Colorado Ave, offering flexible meeting spaces with ample lobby space, mountain views, and a café with a coffee bar.Ìý
      Contact:ÌýKatie Lamb 303-735-2399
    • University TheatreÌý-ÌýThe venues are typically scheduled with classes. Theatres and rehearsal spaces may occasionally be available.
      Contact:ÌýLara MaerzÌý 303-492-3037
    • Ìý-ÌýMany rooms available for rent and can accommodate almost any size event. Wittemeyer Courtroom capacity of 255, with smaller seminar rooms for groups of 20 or less. Student Commons and outdoor deck also available.
      Contact:ÌýLaw Front DeskÌýÌý303-492-8047

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