Room Rates & Capacities FY25
The Memorial Union offers a variety of small and large meeting spaces, as well as multi-purpose and ballrooms spaces to Recognized Student Organizations, University Departments and Public Partners. Check details below for the departmental and public rental prices for each space; recognized student organizations may still utilize Memorial Union facilities rent free; however please note that equipment, and other fee's may apply.
The prices below are in effect from July 1, 2024 - June 30th, 2025. Fiscal year 2024 prices can be found here.
Note that cancellations and late changes may incur additional fees - please see our Event Equipment & Services page for more information
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Dimensions |
Capacities*** |
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Customizable Spaces |
WxL | Ft2 |
Boardroom
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Open Square
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U-Shape
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Theater
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Classroom
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Ovals
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| Dept. Rental Fee for Free Events | Dept. Rental Fee for Charged Events | Public Price | Reservation Length | |||||||||
| Durham Great Hall | $150 | $350 | $865 | 8 hours | 54' x 90' | 4860 | - | 48 | 42 | 500 | 99 | 200 |
| South Ballroom | $100 | $300 | $575 | 8 hours | 83' x 38' | 3154 | - | 48 | 42 | 270 | 60 | 120 |
| Sun Room | $125 | $325 | $780 | 8 hours | 104' x 43' | 4472 | - | 48 | 42 | 370 | 99 | 168 |
| Oak Room | $50 | $100 | $220 | 8 hours | 36' x 37' | 1332 | - | 36 | 30 | 80 | 36 | 40 |
| Campanile | $75 | $150 | $355 | 8 hours | 48 'x 46'/38' | 1968 | - | 48 | 36 | 180 | 60 | 80 |
| Cardinal | $75 | $150 | $295 | 8 hours | 64' x 24' | 1536 | - | 36 | 33 | 100 | 45 | 56 |
| 3512 | $50 | $100 | $240 | 8 hours | 20' x 46.5' | 930 | - | 24 | 22 | 70 | 24 | 32 |
| 3580 | $75 | $150 | $355 | 8 hours | 42.5' x 42.5' | 1806 | - | 48 | 42 | 160 | 63 | 80 |
Standard Setup |
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| Dept. Rental Fee for Free Events | Dept. Rental Fee for Charged Events | Public Price | Fixed Setup Type | WxL | Ft2 | BR | OS | U | T | CL | OV | |
| Room 2210 | $0 | $25 | $105 | Boardroom for 16 | 16.5' x 26' | 429 | 16 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Room 2213 | $0 | $25 | $105 | Boardroom for 10 | 14.5' x 17.5' | 254 | 10 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Room 2630 | $0 | $150 | $355 | Theater for 140 | 13.5' x 36' | 486 | - | - | - | 140 | - | - |
| Room 3534 | $0 | $25 | $110 | Ovals for 21 | 18' x 29' | 522 | - | - | - | - | - | 21 |
| Room 3538 | $0 | $25 | $105 | Open Square for 12 | 12.5' x 16' | 200 | - | 12 | - | - | - | - |
| Room 3540 | $0 | $25 | $105 | Boardroom for 12 | 18' x 29' | 522 | 12 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Room 3560 | $0 | $150 | $355 | Ovals for 80 | 43' x 46' | 1978 | - | - | - | - | - | 80 |
| Gold Room | $0 | $100 | $230 | Theater for 64 | 30' x 31' | 930 | - | - | - | 64 | - | - |
1st Floor |
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| Space Type | Dept. Rental Fee for Free Events | Dept. Rental Fee for Charged Events | Public Price | WxL | Ft2 | BR | OS | U | T | CL | OV | |
| Art Gallery† | Art Gallery | 26' x 45' | 1191 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |||
| Pine Room† | Sm. Meeting | $0 | $25 | $155 | 22' x 35' | 770 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Nook | Sm. Meeting | $0 | $25 | $75 | 10.5' x 12' | 126 | 8 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Cranny | Sm. Meeting | $0 | $25 | $75 | 11' x 11' | 121 | 6 | - | - | - | - | - |
Terraces |
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| Space Type | Dept. Rental Fee for Free Events | Dept. Rental Fee for Charged Events | Public Price | WxL | Ft2 | BR | OS | U | T | CL | OV | |
| Lower | MU Outdoor** | $0 | $100 | $200 | 63' x 36' | 2268 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Middle | MU Outdoor** | $0 | $100 | $325 | 106.5' x 36'/74' | 5256 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Upper | MU Outdoor** | $0 | $100 | $325 | 113.5' x 37' | 4200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Outdoor Spaces |
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| Space Type | Public Price | WxL | Ft2 | BR | OS | U | T | CL | OV | |
| MU West Parking Loop**** | Campus Outdoor | $520 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Notes
- Charged events are defined as events where any money is exchanged between attendees or vendors and the hosting department.
- Ballrooms and large meeting rooms may be setup in the client’s desired configuration provided it meets all applicable policies/guidelines.
- Tables included in rental fees include cocktail, ovals, and six-foot rectangles.
- Audio/visual packages and other event services are available for an additional fee.
- Rental fees are assessed daily for the specific time frame noted. Additional hours can be added for additional rental fees.
* Oak room is considered a Large Meeting Room, except when combined with the Great Hall, in which case it is considered a Ballroom
** Outdoor spaces count as large meeting rooms for policy purposes
*** U-Shape, Classroom, and Theater capacities include a head table and catering table
*** Round and Oval Table capacities include a head table and a buffet line
† Standard capacity for the Art Gallery is 40. Standard capacity for Pine Room is 60.
