Performance Venues
The Carolina Union is home to two performance venues that are a perfect fit for your next information fair, banquet, ceremony, and more. Please refer below for more information and photos of the large-scale spaces we offer.
The Auditorium
A state-of-the-art venue, right in the heart of campus! The Auditorium features modern lighting and sound systems, laser projection to large main and side screens, and customizable seating that accommodates 293-397 people. This also includes the use of our Auditorium Lobby, offering the perfect spot for pre- or post-event receptions.
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Inside the Auditorium
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Lobby Area of Auditorium
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The Great Hall
Capacity: 626 seated; 700 standing
The Great Hall is the largest reservable space in the Carolina Union, with customizable seating that accommodates up to 626 people. A new laser projector, a fully integrated sound system, and professional-quality lighting make the Great Hall the perfect venue for large events and performances. Included in reservations of this space is the Great Hall Lobby, a beautiful space adjacent to the Hall that can be arranged to fit your event needs.
Technology: Stage Lighting, Sound, Video Projection System
Best For: Banquets; Blood-drives; Conferences; Info-fairs; Receptions; Performances; Fashion Shows; Keynote Speakers
Notes: Each client is limited to one weekend day (5 PM Friday - 11 PM Sunday) per semester, with a total of 10 days per semester (9 weekdays and 1 weekend day). If the Great Hall is available thirty days prior to a date, clients are given the first opportunity to reserve the hall for an additional weekend day
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EVENT TIERS
Performance Venue reservations are categorized into three tiers. Please refer below for tier descriptions and rental rates. Our package pricing now includes labor, event-related equipment, and furniture. Visit our reservations and policy page for more information about usage guidelines.
Tier 1 Event: Attendance - 150 or less
Event Type
- Blood/Health Drive
- Competition/Tournament
- Exhibit
- Information Fair
- Lecture/Speaker
- Meeting
- Movie Screening
- Rehearsal
- Social Mixer
- Tier 1 is limited to the above event types
- Attendance greater than 150 becomes a Tier 2 event
Tier 2 Event: Attendance - 150 or 350
Event Type
- Banquet/Reception
- Ceremony
- Conferences
- Memorial Service /Vigil
- Camp
- Orientation
- Performance
- Recruitment Event
- Religious Service
- Training/Workshop
- Tier 2 is limited to the above event types
- Attendance greater than 350 becomes a Tier 3 event.
Tier 3 Event: Attendance - Greater than 350
Event Type
- Banquet/Reception
- Blood/Health Drive
- Camp
- Ceremony
- Competition/Tournament
- Conferences
- Exhibit
- Information Fair
- Lecture/Speaker
- Meeting
- Movie Screening
- Memorial Service /Vigil
- Orientation
- Performance
- Recruitment Event
- Rehearsal
- Religious Service
- Social Mixer
- Training/Workshop
- Tier 3 is limited to the above event types
- Attendance greater than 350 is a Tier 3 event
PERFORMANCE VENUE RATES
Great Hall / Union Auditorium | Standard Rate | University Departments* | Student Organizations* |
Tier 1 Event ^ | |||
Half Day** 9 am – 2 pm or 5 pm – 10 pm | $1,050 | $800 | $475 |
Full Day** 9 am – 10 pm | $2,100 | $1,600 | $950 |
Tier 2 Event ^ | |||
Half Day ** 9 am – 2 pm or 5 pm – 10 pm | $1,450 | $1,100 | $650 |
Full Day** 9 am – 10 pm | $2,750 | $2,100 | $1,250 |
Tier 3 Event ^ | |||
Half Day** 9 am – 2 pm or 5 pm – 10 pm | $1,700 | $1,300 | $775 |
Full Day** 9 am – 10 pm | $3,400 | $2,600 | $1,550 |
- * Discounted Rate
- ** Events outside of these hours may incur additional cost
- ^ Saturday 10 am - 10 pm, Sunday 12 pm - 10 pm