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Experience Notre Dame

502 Main Building, Notre Dame, Indiana 46556
5000 Guests

Unique Venue Features

  • Runner-Up: Weddings 
  • Best of Awards - Unique Venues

Event Types Welcomed

Adult Social Events
Corporate Social Events
Expo/Competitions
Family Reunions
Leisure Travel
Professional Meeting / Training / Conference / Retreats
Wedding Ceremonies
Wedding Receptions

About

Located 90 minutes outside of Chicago, the beautiful campus of the University of Notre Dame attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually to see some of its most recognized campus landmarks.

The University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana, has several event spaces to accommodate groups of all sizes from private meeting rooms to 300-person auditoriums and a 500-person ballroom. Book a memorable experience at one of the new venues overlooking Notre Dame Stadium within Duncan Student Center, O’Neill Hall, or Corbett Family Hall. These new venues feature two distinct ballrooms – the 500-person Dahnke Ballroom with a capacity of 550 for plated meals and the 300-person Downes Club, as well as several smaller suites perfect for board meetings. Also on the campus of the University of Notre Dame is South Dining Hall, featuring its renowned Gothic-style architecture, and Eck Visitors Center, with its open atrium.  Our Experience Notre Dame Event Specialists are available to help those planning an event on campus with logistics such as handling hotel blocks, event planning and the coordination required to ensure that your event is a resounding success.

The University of Notre Dame also has a hotel on campus. The Morris Inn reopened to the public in 2013 after a $30 million renovation and expansion, including the creation of a 300-seat ballroom and pre-function space which is just steps from the Golden Dome. Morris Inn is a AAA 4 Diamond Hotel that 132 guestrooms and 18 perfectly appointed suites as well as three distinct dining options for guests — Sorin’s, Rohr’s, and the Wind Family Fireside Terrace.  An underground concourse connects Morris Inn to the Notre Dame Conference Center at McKenna Hall – coming in Fall of 2021.

Testimonials:

The service we received from the support team was fantastic! We were very well taken care of throughout the entire time. I especially appreciated the quick response to turning off the fireplace when the crowd size was making it a bit too warm in the space and the quick thinking of how to best display our name tags, since I hadn’t requested a special table for setting them out for the guests. This was a very competent and caring support staff! -Carolyn S.

Honestly, we came into planning this so late, and I couldn’t be happier with the dedication, professionalism, and patience that Ryan and everyone else had. The superior service and partnership exceeds what one would expect from a 5-star resort or venue. All team members were friendly, helpful, available, and seemed so eager to be there. The thorough preparation provided me with an opportunity to relax as much as possible, and the on-site engagement elevated the experience overall for all of our guests. Thank you! -Megham M.

Meeting & Event Spaces

Max Capacity: 5000 Guests
Largest Classroom Style: 300
Largest Theatre Style: 5000
Largest Auditorium Seating: 5000
Largest Arena Seating: 5000
Academic Year Largest Group: yes
Rooftop Capacity: 75

William and Mary Ann Smith Ballroom

The beautiful William and Mary Ann Smith Ballroom at Morris Inn with 4,950 square feet of space, along with 1,990 square feet of pre-function space provide an open and spacious backdrop for your special day. Few locations offer such sumptuous surroundings. Let our Executive Chef and his culinary staff create a menu of your choosing and our dedicated event planners take care of every detail. 
  • 4,950 Sq. Ft.
  • 320 Banquet Style
  • 252 Classroom Style
  • 378 Theatre Style
  • 90 Hollow Square Style
  • Floorplan Layout

Morris Inn Private Dining Rooms

The Morris Inn's three classically-appointed Private Dining Rooms offer stunning spaces for your special event or meeting. The Private Dining Rooms at Morris Inn can accommodate up to 100 guests with a dance floor.
  • 1,900 Sq. Ft.
  • 120 Banquet Style
  • 90 Classroom Style
  • 160 Theatre Style
  • 66 Conference Style
  • 66 Hollow Square Style
  • Floorplan Layout

Notre Dame Conference Center

Notre Dame Conference Center was built in 1966 through a grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. It was designed with open and spacious areas to facilitate conversation and discussion among conference participants as well as to accommodate social gathering and events. Its 20,000 square feet of space contain 12 seminar rooms, all appointed according to the guidelines of the International Association of Conference Centers, of which it is a member. It also features a 375-seat auditorium equipped for simultaneous translation of up to 14 different foreign languages. All meeting rooms are equipped with state-of-the-art technology. 

South Dining Hall

This iconic campus location remains unadulterated from its original design, with beautiful woodwork, stately high ceilings, and gothic windows. The stone fireplaces, marble floors, oak beams and ornate chandeliers hearken to a medieval guild hall.
  • 700 Banquet Style

Club Naimoli

This is where the excitement of Notre Dame's sports tradition meets the elegance of its beautiful campus. Overlooking Notre Dame’s basketball arena, Club Naimoli features an inlaid shamrock floor, unique club seating with the Notre Dame monogram engraved on tables and chairs, and two outdoor balconies with a view of Notre Dame Stadium. Your party of 40 – 300 guests will find the setting remarkable.
  • 275 Banquet Style

Oak Room - South Dining Hall

Located on the second floor of South Dining Hall, this warm, beautifully renovated room features vaulted ceilings and classic woodwork. Candlelight chandeliers accent the intimate feel for your party.
  • 96 Banquet Style

O'Brien's - Compton Family Ice Arena

This casual space features the charm and atmosphere of an upscale Irish pub. Hardwood floors and exposed brick highlight the room under open warehouse ceilings. A balcony overlooks the main ice arena, and VIP box seating is available.
  • 400 Banquet Style

Eck Visitors Center

The Eck Visitors Center welcomes thousands of guests to campus each year, and is the perfect place to for you to entertain your party. The space features high vaulted ceilings with intricately detailed designs, and large windows overseeing campus. Marble floors give a stately touch to the otherwise whimsical space. Should the weather be suitable, a new patio attached to the atrium makes this space a year-round favorite.
  • 90 Banquet Style

Monogram Room - Purcell Pavilion

This space is perfect for the "bleed blue-and-gold" Irish fan. Classic wood paneled walls bearing photos of Notre Dame's athletics championships bring the feel of one of Notre Dame’s greatest traditions to your event. Your guests will have plenty to spark conversation over drinks from the built-in bar.
  • 250 Banquet Style

Dahnke Ballroom

The Dahnke Ballroom is located in the Duncan Student Center on the 7th Floor and overlooks Notre Dame Stadium. It has a capacity of 580 people for a plated meal. 
  • 10000 Sq. Ft.
  • 580 Banquet Style
  • 520 Conference Style

Rasmus Family Club

The Rasmus Family Club is located on the 8th Floor of the Duncan Student Center. It overlooks Notre Dame Stadium and the Dahnke Ballroom on the 7th Floor below. 
  • 4000 Sq. Ft.
  • 150 Banquet Style
  • 300 Conference Style

Foley's

This restaurant-style space is located on the 4th Floor in O'Neill Hall on the south side of Notre Dame Stadium. The space features a chef's dining, main dining and bar dining area, as well as the bar, Harper's.  
  • 7473 Sq. Ft.
  • 300 Banquet Style

Downes Club

The Downes Club Ballroom is located on the 7th Floor of Corbett Family Hall. This space overlooks Notre Dame Stadium on the east side.
  • 5300 Sq. Ft.
  • 300 Banquet Style
  • 250 Conference Style

Hank Family Forum

The Hank Family Forum is located on the 8th Floor of Corbett Family Hall. This space overlooks Notre Dame Stadium on the east side and is above the Downes Club Ballroom. 
  • 2650 Sq. Ft.
  • 150 Banquet Style
  • 100 Conference Style

Seven on 9

This spacious suite is perfect for small receptions. It overlooks Notre Dame Stadium on the 9th Floor of Corbett Family Hall with stadium seating and access to an outdoor terrace. 
  • 1850 Sq. Ft.
  • 75 Banquet Style

Southwest 9

The Southwest 9 on the 9th Floor of Duncan Student Center overlook the Notre Dame Stadium Field perfect for a small, memorable event.
  • 690 Sq. Ft.
  • 8 Banquet Style
  • 8 Conference Style

Warren Golf Course

This Coore & Crenshaw designed course is the home of the 2019 U.S. Senior Open.

Food & Beverage Options

Sorin's

Sorin’s at Morris Inn serves classic, traditional French cuisine with a modern Midwest flair. Sorin’ features its most popular dish, the Dover sole meunière with new favorites such as our succulent 72-hour braised boneless beef short rib.

Rohr's

Rohr’s at Morris Inn features casual, enticing food in a made-from-scratch kitchen. Signature items include the best chicken wings in South Bend, and a twist on an Irish favorite – steak and stout pie. Rohr’s is open daily for lunch, dinner and late night. It’s the perfect gathering space right on Notre Dame Avenue.

Wind Family Fireside Terrace

The Wind Family Fireside Terrace is a great place to grab a drink after work. Comfortable outdoor furniture, including tables and chairs, sofas and loveseats fill the area around the fire pit, ensuring a cozy event. 

Catering Options

Morris Inn and Notre Dame Conference Center catering

Whether your event is intimate or grandiose, Morris Inn has the perfect reception space for your celebration under the Dome. The elegant William and Mary Ann Smith Ballroom with a pre-reception area, classically appointed private dining rooms and landscaped Wind Family Fireside Terrace offers stunning spaces for your celebration. We can also offer the McKenna Hall Atrium with its soaring ceilings and large dining room for those looking for something unique. Under the direction of Executive Chef Patrick Dahms, our skilled culinary team and friendly, professional staff attends to every detail to guarantee your event is perfect. 

University Catering

Outside of the Morris Inn and Notre Dame Conference Center, University Catering provides high quality food services for events and occasions on Notre Dame's campus. University Catering handles the full range of requests, from weddings and corporate tailgate parties, to bagged lunches and cookie trays. 

Accommodations

  • Total Number of Overnight Guests: 1500
  • Number of Overnight Rooms: 750
  • Wi-Fi in Guest Rooms: Yes
  • Wi-Fi Guest Room Cost : Complimentary
Overnight Room Attributes
  • Air-conditioned rooms available
  • Linens Provided
  • Refrigerator

Morris Inn

Following a $30 million renovation, Morris Inn reopened in late August 2013 and now offers 150 guest rooms, including 18 spacious suites. With three distinct dining options — Sorin’s, Rohr’s, and the Wind Family Fireside Terrace, guests will find the perfect atmosphere in which to enjoy a business lunch, family gathering, special occasion or a casual meal. In addition to the newly renovated living space, Morris Inn now has a spacious ballroom and ample meeting space with modern amenities to host business meetings and social events. Morris Inn is a AAA 4 Diamond Hotel, placing the hotel in the top 5% of hotels in the United States. Morris Inn sits at the heart of Notre Dame’s storied campus and continues to be “the living room of the University.”
132 Guestrooms and 18 Suite Rooms

This accommodation has A/C

Duncan Hall

In 2008, for the first time in over ten years, the University of Notre Dame opened a new residence hall on campus. Duncan Hall was made possible by a generous gift of Mr. Raymond T. Duncan, a 1952 graduate of Notre Dame, president of Duncan Oil Inc. in Denver, Colorado, and owner of Silver Oak Cellars in Oakville, California.  Duncan Hall has a variety of room configurations. Most rooms are doubles, but there are also a “six-man” (with private bathroom); a “five-man”; five “super quads” (with private bathrooms); eight quads; and numerous triples and singles.
106 Rooms | 232 Beds

This accommodation has A/C

Floorplan Layout

Keough Hall

Marilyn M. Keough Hall was dedicated on September 27, 1996, and is one of the newest dorms on campus along with its neighbors McGlinn Hall, O'Neill Hall, and Welsh Family Hall. It is the gift of Donald Keough, who served as chairman of Notre Dame's Board of Trustees from 1986-1992, and of his wife, Marilyn. Keough Hall has singles (15% of rooms) and doubles (70%) or three-room quads (15%).
125 Rooms | 285 Beds

This accommodation has A/C

Floorplan Layout

Knott Hall

Constructed in 1988 as a women's residence hall, it was the first residence hall named for a woman, Marion Burk Knott. Knott Hall was converted in 1997 to a male residence hall. Most of the rooms in Knott are doubles (70%). About 15% of the rooms are singles. There are also 6 three-room quads on each floor. Study lounges can be converted into residential space.
108 Rooms | 258 Beds

This accommodation has A/C

Floorplan Layout

O'Neill Hall

O'Neill Hall was the first men's residence hall built on West Quad and first residence hall constructed for male residents since Flanner and Grace Halls were built in 1969. It was dedicated in honor of Joseph O'Neill, Jr. '37 and funded by the O'Neill family.
128 Rooms | 280 Beds

This accommodation has A/C

Floorplan Layout

Siegfried Hall

Siegfried Hall was constructed in 1988 through the financial commitments of Robert ('37) and Ray ('65) Siegfried. It was converted to a male residence hall in 1997 after the transformation of Flanner and Grace Halls into office space. Most of the rooms in Siegfried (60%) are doubles. About 20% of the rooms are singles. There are also 6 three-room quads on each floor. Study lounges can be converted into large, one-room triples.
114 Rooms | 258 Beds

This accommodation has A/C

Floorplan Layout

McGlinn Hall

McGlinn Hall was constructed in 1997 as a women's residence hall through the contributions of Terrence and Barbara McGlinn. Rooms in McGlinn Hall are one of three arrangements: singles (15% of rooms), doubles (70%) or three-room quads (15%).
 
126 Rooms | 286 Beds

This accommodation has A/C

Floorplan Layout

Pasquerilla East Hall

Constructed in 1981 as a residence hall for 250 women, Pasquerilla East is the second hall constructed with specific purpose of being a women's hall. The largest gift in Notre Dame history from a living person (from Frank and Sylvia Pasquerilla) provided funding for the construction of both Pasquerilla East and West Halls. Most of the rooms in Pasquerilla East (60%) are doubles. About 20% of the rooms are singles. There are also 6 three-room quads on each floor.
114 Rooms | 241 Beds

This accommodation has A/C

Floorplan Layout

Pasquerilla West Hall

Pasquerilla West Hall was constructed in 1981 as the first Notre Dame building intended to be a women's residence hall. The largest gift in Notre Dame history from a living person (from Frank and Sylvia Pasquerilla) provided funding for the construction of both Pasquerilla West and East Halls. Most of the rooms in Pasquerilla West (60%) are doubles. About 20% of the rooms are singles. There are also 6 three-room quads on each floor.
114 Rooms | 143 Beds

This accommodation has A/C

Floorplan Layout

Welsh Family Hall

Welsh Family Hall is the easternmost residence hall on West Quad. It is conveniently located north of the Eck Visitor's Center and Hammes Notre Dame Bookstore and west of the Morris Inn. Welsh Family Hall has three arrangements: single (15% of rooms), doubles (70%) or three-room quads (15%).
130 Rooms | 281 Beds

This accommodation has A/C

Floorplan Layout

Featured Amenities

Accessible Facilities
Air Conditioning
Bus
Eco-Friendly
Fitness Center
Golf
In-House Catering
Linens
Overnight Rooms
Paid Parking
Pet Friendly
Rooftop Space
Running Trails
Sports Facilities
Taxi
Theater Seating
WiFi

Venue Location + Transportation

Address

502 Main Building,

Notre Dame, Indiana 46556

Transportation

Taxi
Bus
Train
Lyft
Uber

Nearby Airport

South Bend Regional (SBN) - 15 minutes

Nearby International Airport

Midway / O'Hare - 90 minutes

Parking

Parking on Site: Yes

Nearby Cities

South Bend, IN
Indianapolis, IN
Fort Wayne, IN
Chicago, IL
Grand Rapids, MI
Kalamazoo, MI

Things to Know

Catering

Must Use In-House Catering: Yes

External Catering Allowed: No

Can Bring In Own Food: No

Cultural Catering Available: Yes

Food And Beverage Onsite: Yes

Venue Policies

Alcohol Consumption: Yes

Smoking Permitted: No

Cannabis Industry-Friendly: No

Eco Friendly: Yes

ADA Accessible: Yes

Family Friendly: Yes

Pet Friendly: Yes

Technology

Many meeting spaces have a built-in screen and projector for seamless conferences. The entire campus of Notre Dame is on one free wi-fi network for cost savings and added convenience.

Guest Wi-Fi: Free

Onsite Tech Support: Yes

Wi-Fi In Meeting Space: No

Equipment Available On-Site:
  • Projector Screen
  • Laptops
  • Microphones
  • Sound System
  • Custom Lighting

Testimonials

"Everything went like clock work! The staff really accommodated our needs. We didn't have to go far to the hotel or our events. Even when we had to move conference rooms. It was done quickly and they also moved our refreshments to our new conference room. The facility tour was amazing. What history you have to be proud of. We had a wonderful time playing a very competitive game of "team building broomball" but it was not without a few war trophies of bumps and bruises! My thanks to Connie and Lori for making us feel like special guests!"

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.

Services

Planning

• Meeting space reservations, including set-up and layouts
• Provide consultation on marketing timelines and registration deadlines
• Lead pre-event campus site tours for necessary staff
• Provide marketing information to attract guests to Notre Dame
• Offer resources on area attractions and services

Event Coordination

• Provide on-site event support
• Assist with campus lodging reservations at the Morris Inn
• Arrange for one of VenueND’s preferred caterers to provide a customized menu designed for your program
• Arrange and work with internal service providers and external vendors as necessary for room set-ups, event decor and A/V equipment within event spaces
• Assist with arrangements for venue tours, entertainment, exhibits and poster sessions
• Work with service providers to arrange transportation to conference events
• Arrange guest service staff and security
• Provide one convenient invoice including room rental, internal services and external vendors 

Business Center

Business Center is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for conference and hotel guests. 

Team Building

Try your hand at curling at the Compton Family Ice Arena, or play a few rounds of golf at Coore & Crenshaw-designed Warren Golf Course. 

Complimentary Wi-Fi

The University of Notre Dame is on one wi-fi connection which is both convenient and cost-effective. 

Registration Services

Our Registration Services team is here to make hosting your meeting or conference easy. Our team can provide guest assistance and on or off-site registration assistance. Registration Services can also set up a link or app with your conference schedule or assemble information packets for your attendees to help guarantee that you event is the best that it can be. 

Internal Online Registration
Includes site set-up, guest assistance, payment processing, attendance rosters for planner 
External Online Registration 
Includes site set-up, guest assistance, payment processing, attendance rosters for planner
On-Site Conference Participant Assistance
Registration assistance for guests in McKenna Hall/Morris Inn, on campus and outside of campus
Packet Creation
Folder, notepad, tri-fold pad, campus map, dining guide, pens available
Participant Items
Personalized pin clip nametags, personalized nametag with magnetic holder, personalized nametag and lanyard, personalized table tent cards, personalized place cards, personalized certificates with folders

Hotel Accommodations

Morris Inn offers 132 guest rooms and 18 spacious suites. With three distinct dining options — Sorin’s, Rohr’s, and the Wind Family Fireside Terrace, guests will find the perfect atmosphere in which to enjoy a business lunch, family gathering, special occasion or a casual meal.Morris Inn has a spacious ballroom and ample meeting space with modern amenities to host business meetings and social events. Morris Inn is a AAA 4 Diamond Hotel, placing the hotel in the top 5% of hotels in the United States. Morris Inn sits at the heart of Notre Dame’s storied campus and continues to be “the living room of the University.”

Technology

Audio/Visual and Technical Support

Fully staffed A/V department with built-in equipment in many meeting rooms. 

Complimentary Wi-Fi

The University of Notre Dame is on one wi-fi connection making it both convenient and cost-effective for guests. 

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