Event Venues

Stetson has several event venues on campus to meet your needs. It is strongly suggested that you reserve your event space on the campus calendar as early as possible, as spaces fill up quickly. When reserving space, please include a minimum of two hours for setup prior to your event and one and a half hours after for breakdown.

Hollis Center, Rinker Fieldhouse

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The Rinker Fieldhouse can accommodate a range of guests with several different room options. The maximum capacity is 800 guests.

  • Round Tables (half court): 33 tables, with 264 chairs
  • Round Tables (full court): 76 tables, with 684 chairs
  • Theatre Style Seating: 500 chairs

Lee Chapel

Lee Chapel view from the stage Lee Chapel view from the center of the stage Lee Chapel view from the corner audience

Lee Chapel accommodates 729 persons, including the upstairs balcony seats. With a stage extension, the capacity is 661. This space is best used for speaking engagements or performances.

Lynn Business Center

Rinker Auditorium, Room 108

Rinker Autitorium view from above Rinker Auditorium view from below

The Rinker Auditorium is located in the Lynn Business Center and is commonly used for classes. This auditorium can accommodate 145 guests, seated at pre-existing classroom tables and chairs.

Boardroom, Room 213

Lynn Business Center Boardroom view from the right side of the room Lynn Business Center Boardroom view from the left side of the room

The Lynn Business Center Boardroom can accommodate 25 guests seated around a conference table. There is extra space on the perimeter of the room to bring in more tables and chairs if needed.

Marshall and Vera Lea Rinker Welcome Center

Lynn Presentation Room

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The Lynn Presentation Room can accommodate a range of guests with several different room options. If needed, guests can reserve the lobby space as well when reserving the Lynn Presentation Room. This will give the ability to reserve the space and have the glass walls put down to allow for more guests.

  • Round Tables (wall up): seven tables, with 63 chairs
  • Round Tables (wall down): 16 tables, with 144 chairs
  • Theatre-style seating (wall up): 120 chairs
  • Theatre-style seating (wall down): 160 chairs

Gary Libby Conference Room, Room 306

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Conference room with a capacity of 18 guests.

McGraw Atrium and Patio

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The Atrium has a capacity of 40 guests. It is recommended that this space be used as a pre- or post-event reception space.

Palm Court

 Palm Court view from duPont Ball Library Palm Court view from Elizabeth Hall 

Palm Court is an outdoor venue that can accommodate 150 guests. The recommended setup in this location is an organization fair, cocktail reception or wedding. A tent is required for food service.

Stetson Green

Stetson Green view towards Rinker Welcome Center Stetson Green view towards duPont-Ball Library

The Stetson Green is an outdoor venue that can accommodate 1,000 guests. A wide array of setups are possible, including, but not limited to theatre style, rounds with chairs, picnic tables and activity space. A tent is required for food service.

Stetson Room

Stetson Room view from the back to the stage Stetson Room view from the left back corner

The Stetson Room is located inside the Carlton Union Building, accessible by stairs and elevator. The space can accommodate a range of guests with several different room options:

  • Theatre-style: 300 chairs (450 with rental of additional chairs)
  • Dining rounds with the stage: 200 chairs
  • Dining rounds without the stage: 240 chairs
  • Classroom setup with tables: 96 chairs
  • Flexible activity space

 Looking for additional setup options for your event space? Contact us to discuss your specific event needs.