Home / Venue profiles / Ohio State University Event Spaces
University event and meeting spaces · Columbus

Ohio State University Event Spaces

A broad Columbus-campus collection of halls and meeting rooms that can host university and external events, subject to scheduling and campus policies.

Illustrative university event and meeting spaces venue atmosphere

Illustrative image representing the venue style; not a photograph of Ohio State University Event Spaces.

What makes it special

Ohio State Events and Conferences operates a range of campus spaces including the Ohio Union and other facilities. A separate published university policy expressly discusses political candidates and organizations renting campus spaces, subject to applicable university rules, costs and public-safety coordination.

Best for

Conferences, public forums, organization meetings, university-related gatherings and candidate events that meet applicable policies.

Before booking: External organizers must follow the university reservation process. Political campaign uses are subject to a separate protocol and must not be assumed approved.

What to ask the venue

  • Is the proposed date available, and what is the space-specific rental price?
  • What is the maximum guest count for our exact seated or standing layout?
  • Which catering, alcohol, sound, security and insurance rules apply?
  • What is included in setup, cleanup, parking and staff time?
  • Can we tour the venue and receive a written proposal?

Ready to narrow your options?

Use our event inquiry to describe the requirements and request possible introductions. You can also contact this venue directly through its published rental page.

Start an inquiry →
Keep exploring

Other Ohio places worth considering.

Illustrative major-league ballpark event settingMajor-league ballpark
CincinnatiCincinnati

Great American Ball Park

A truly Cincinnati event: private receptions, corporate functions and celebrations inside the home of the Reds, overlooking the Ohio River.

Ask about capacityExplore →
Illustrative nfl stadium event spaces event settingNFL stadium event spaces
ClevelandCleveland

Huntington Bank Field

From intimate suites to large club spaces, Cleveland’s waterfront football stadium offers a memorable setting for meetings, trade shows and milestone celebrations.

Up to 3000 in a published configurationExplore →
Illustrative capitol & civic event spaces event settingCapitol & civic event spaces
ColumbusColumbus

Ohio Statehouse / Capitol Square

A defining civic setting in central Columbus, with special-event space at the Statehouse and surrounding Capitol Square.

Ask about capacityExplore →
Find the right place

Let's make this an occasion.

Tell us what you're planning. We'll help you narrow the possibilities.

Start an inquiry →