University of Nebraska
Event Types Welcomed
About
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is proud to be one of the largest summer conference operations of our kind in the country.
Our conference centers in Lincoln, Nebraska can accommodate up to 5,500 attendees with full-service meeting, dining and sleeping options. If you’re looking for a premier spot to host your next business training, conference, or retreat we offer several great amenities to ensure your event is a success.
The Lied Center can accommodate up to 2,200 in auditorium style and has various breakout rooms with numerous configuration possibilities.
MEET
Flexible meeting spaces, indoor and outdoor training facilities, fully furnished apartments and suites, plus a comprehensive catering package are some the many perks you will discover at the University of Nebraska- Lincoln. The Lied Center can accommodate up to 2,200 in auditorium style and is an ideal venue for concerts, theatre shows, or guest speakers. The Lied Center’s spacious stage is can be utilized for dinners and receptions, and the venue has various breakout rooms with numerous configuration possibilities for your social event. The Alumni Center, The Champions Club and the Nebraska Innovation Campus Conference Center provide event and meeting spaces that can easily be utilized for receptions, banquets and a variety of other social events.
UNL’s venue in Lincoln, NE that has a large number of meeting spaces and various unique options including:
- training fields
- outdoor space
- study rooms
- fitness/rec center
SLEEP
If you require a nearby venue that can accommodate overnight guests, University of Nebraska- Lincoln has several options. Our sleeping accommodations include apartment setups, suites, and traditional-style halls. All the housing options on campus have been newly renovated within the last 5 years or are new construction that boast individual room temperature control, a 24/7 front desk concierge, meet and greet spaces, as well as modern amenities to ensure guests comfort during their stay.
- apartment
- suite
- air conditioned traditional-style halls with linen options
All housing options are newly renovated in the last 5 year or new build with individual room temp control, self-serve laundry on each floor, 24/7 front desk concierge and meet/greet space in the front welcome areas.
EAT
Quality food service is important for any high-caliber social event, and planners will be pleased to find that University of Nebraska-Lincoln provides great food and top-notch service. Your UNL dining experience can range from full catered events, to healthy, local farm grown meals and “around the world” daily variations within our “all you care to eat” dining halls. You won’t find more options available in the Lincoln, NE area, and the venue provides breakfasts, luncheons, and dinners in addition to simple, prepared options.
Whether you are planning a camp, retreat or meeting, consider University of Nebraska for your next event!
Meeting & Event Spaces
Residence Hall Space
Conveniently located in our residence halls, our conference rooms, lounges, lobbies, and study spaces can accommodate many activities.
Kauffman Academic Center
Centrally located, this venue has classrooms, multipurpose rooms, and a banquet hall.
The Lied Center for Performing Arts
Lincoln's premier performing arts center is located right on campus. The main theatre seats over 2200. Few venues in the Midwest share the distinctive culture, prime location and picturesque views that the Lied Center can provide for a special event. The versatile spaces can be tailored to suit many needs — whether it be as large as planning a performance, as small as a reception, or as simple as a meeting.
Nebraska Union Auditorium
This auditorium accommodates 300 people in theater-style seating and includes the lasted technology.
Nebraska Union Centennial Room
Located on the second floor of the Nebraska Union, the Centennial Room can accommodate 500 in banquet-style seating and 720 in theater-style seating.
Nebraska Union Ballroom
Located on the second floor of the Nebraska Union, the Ballroom can accommodate 350 in banquet-style seating and 500 in theater-style seating.
Classrooms
Available throughout campus, UNL classrooms offer a variety of options and are equipped with modern technology and A/V equipment.
Wick Alumni Center
The Wick Center Great Hall has seating for 200 people at banquet events and 400 people at receptions. The room features a three-story-high cathedral ceiling, mahogany paneling, an electrically-controlled projection screen, and a computerized lighting system along with theatrical lights. Other rooms in this building include the Dana Room, the Seacrest Library, and conference rooms.
Champions Club
Next to Memorial Stadium, the Nebraska Champions Club has two great spaces for formal or casual events.
Morrill Hall State Museum
Morrill Hall is available for any event you would like to host in a unique facility.
Van Brunt Visitors Center
The Van Brunt Visitors Center great hall features 40-foot high ceilings and a warm living room atmosphere with a large video wall.
Kimball Recital Hall
The Kimball Recital Hall is an acoustically exquisite, 850-seat concert facility which provides balcony seating, a fly space for opera productions, and a Reuter pipe organ.
East Union Great Plains Room
The Great Plains Room is located on the scenic East Campus. Located on the second floor of the Nebraska East Union, the Great Plains Room can accommodate 300 in banquet-style seating and 500 in theater-style seating.
Sheldon Sculpture Garden
The Sheldon Sculpture Garden provides a beautiful backdrop to any outdoor event. The two and a half acres of space is adjacent to Sheldon Memorial Art Gallery.
Outdoor Facilities
With over 280 acres of green space and 110 acres of beautifully designed botanical garden areas, the University of Nebraska-Lincolns campus creates a spectacular setting for any event. The campus grounds enhance university event facilities and provide an extraordinary outdoor setting for any special event.
Devaney Sports Center
The home of Nebraska Volleyball beginning in the 2013 season, the 7,907-seat Bob Devaney Sports Center is one of the top venues in the midwest. The space includes a high definition center-hung video board and 10MM video boards on each side. Other amenities include increased and renovated restrooms and updated concession stands.
Lied Center Auditorium
The main hall can seat 2,192 people, with the opportunity for 66 additional seats by lifting the orchestra pit. Wheelchair seating and access is available.
Lied Center Steinhart Room
The Steinhart Room is often used for meetings, classes, receptions and even small concerts. The room also features a retractable wall to divide the room into two meeting areas to increase versatility.
Lied Commons
The newest addition to the Lied Center for Performing Arts, the Lied Commons, opened in 2012. A versatile space, the Lied Commons has its own dedicated entrance extending on to the Friends of Lied Plaza.
Willa Cather Dining Complex
Built in 2017, this state-of-the-art facility incorporates dining, event, and meeting space into a beautiful building on the east side of the University’s City Campus. With multiple spaces and many configuration options, this venue is able to provide accommodations for everything from small meetings and presentations to large gatherings. All spaces come equipped with microphones, media projection, built-in audio, and the ability to connect your own devices. In-house catering can provide anything from coffee and cookies to a served meal to enhance your event.
Food & Beverage Options
Harper Dining Center
This dining hall is located on the north end of campus near Harper, Schramm, Smith residence halls and the Village Apartments. This is a market-style servery with seating that can be sectioned off to meet your needs.
Selleck Dining Center
Selleck's central location is in easy walking distance of both campus facilities and downtown attractions. Home of the stone-baked pizza and a raman and noodle bar, Selleck has a wide variety of meal options.
CPN Dining Center
Centrally located, CPNs traditional dining center is home of UNLs Sustainable Food Project specializing in locally produced foods.
Executive Dining Room
Located in Selleck Dining Center, this private dining and conference room can accommodate twenty-four guests.
Presidential Dining Room
Located in Selleck Dining Center, this private banquet room can accommodate up to forty guests.
Caffina Cafe
Are you craving your favorite Starbucks coffee? Housed inside the Nebraska Union Caffina Cafe is the only on-campus Starbucks retailer.
Nebraska Union Food Court
The Nebraska Union's food court includes Subway (sandwiches and pizza), Imperial Palace, and a local favorite, Runza Restaurant.
Abel Dining Hall
This dining hall is located on the east side of campus near the Abel and Sandoz residence halls and the Courtyards Apartments. This is a market-style servery with a traditional line, an American grill option, a salad and desert line, a pizza and pasta line and a variety of made to order options.
Catering options
University Catering
We offer an extensive selection of culinary choices, ranging from refreshment breaks and outdoor barbecues to themed banquets and elegant receptions. Our catering managers are experienced in planning customized events for your group in either on- or off-campus venues.
Accommodations
Overnight Room Attributes
Abel Hall
Abel Hall is located on City Campus and houses approximately 1000 guests.
Harper Hall
Harper Hall is located on the north end of campus and is a traditional high rise resdience hall.
Kauffman Hall
Kauffman Hall is centrally located on City Campus and contains traditional and two different suite style rooms.
Sandoz Hall
Sandoz Hall is located on City Campus. Renovations are scheduled for the summer of 2009.
Selleck Hall
Selleck is located close to the Nebraska Union, centrally located on city campus.
Village Apartments
Our apartment-style hall offers adult guests two- and four-bedroom accommodations with private bedrooms and bathrooms.
Downtown Hotels
UNL Campus is adjacent to downtown Lincoln, and home of many nearby hotels
Knoll Hall
Knoll Hall is part of our Suites complex with University and Eastside Suites.
University Suites
University Suites is part of our Suites complex with Knoll and Eastside Suites. It houses our guest housing operation.
Eastside Suites
Eastside Suites is part of the Suites complex with Knoll and University Suites on the southeast side of campus.
Courtyards
Located on the north end of campus this apartment style hall is near Harper, Schramm, and Smith residence halls.
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Venue Location + Transportation
Address
530 N 17th St,
University Housing,
Lincoln, Nebraska 68588-0622
University Housing,
Lincoln, Nebraska 68588-0622
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Nearby Airport
- Lincoln Airport - 10 minutes
Nearby International Airport
- Eppley Airfield - 60 minutes
Parking
- Onsite Parking: Yes
Nearby Cities
In Center City Lincoln, Omaha – 45 miles, Kansas City – 200 miles, Direct flights to Chicago, Denver and Minneapolis
Things to Know
Catering
- Must Use In-house Catering: Yes
- External Catering Allowed: No
- Can Bring in Own Food: no
- Cultural Catering Available: Yes
Technology
University of Nebraska- Lincoln offers state of the art multi-media technology including complimentary wireless internet, video teleconferencing, built-in sound systems, large computer labs, satellite links, in-ceiling projectors and wireless microphones. Our in-house technical support staff is available to create a seamless event for you.
- Guest Wi-Fi: Free
- Onsite Tech Support: Yes
- Wi-Fi in meeting space: Yes
- Equipment Available On-Site:
- Projector Screen
Venue Policies
- Alcohol Consumption: No
- Smoking Permitted: no
- ADA Accessible: Yes
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