Plan a Public Event

Turn Your Ideas Into a Unique & Successful Event! 

Follow these easy steps to plan your public event in the Memorial Union. Sticking to the timeline noted below will make your event planning a breeze!

Up to three years prior to the event date:

1. Submit a room request

2. Provide credit card, check, or cash payment to the Event Management Office at the time of booking the event.

3. Work with your event coordinator to determine the specific event schedule, room sets, event services and A.V. equipment needed. Details must be confirmed 10 business days prior to the event.

4. Contact ISU Catering to place your food order. Catering orders must be submitted at least 10 business days prior to the event.

   ISU Catering has an exclusive catering contract to provide catering services within the Memorial Union. Groups utilizing MU facilities are not permitted to bring their own food or beverage into the Memorial Union.

5.   Follow this link for details for the Iowa State University Memorial Union Facility Use Policy.