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Rooms & Event Spaces

The Wisconsin Union is one organization comprised of two buildings—Memorial Union and Union South.

Memorial Union sits on the shores of Lake Mendota and is home to campus favorites like the Terrace,  and Wisconsin Union Theater.

Union South is located on the south side of campus steps away from Camp Randall.  This building houses the Wisconsin Union HotelThe Sett and a variety of new dining options. 

Event Spaces

To see the event spaces available at Memorial Union, click here.
To see the event spaces available at Union South, click here.

Space Assignment

Campus Event Services Office does not confirm specific rooms in Wisconsin Union facilities at the time an event reservation is made. Exceptions apply to large functions such as wedding receptions and banquets, which are usually scheduled with designated room locations.

Event organizers and participants should check specific room locations the day of the event on TITU signs and digital displays.

Use of Wisconsin Union facilities and other university spaces are primarily restricted to activities that fulfill the University's mission of teaching, research and public service. Campus Event Services is responsible for assigning space for non-instructional use only. Non-instructional use refers to any activities that do not offer college credit for attending.

Event Setup Options

In most Wisconsin Union meeting rooms, tables and chairs can be arranged in a variety of formats to accommodate your event. Click here for a complete list of layout options.

Our staff is happy to accommodate alternative set up requests when possible.

UW-Madison Campus Classrooms

In addition to general assignment space available in Wisconsin Union buildings, campus classroom and special spaces are also available for groups with a university affiliation. Certain classrooms, including smaller rooms and larger lecture halls, can be scheduled through Campus Event Services.

Other spaces, including entertainment venues, athletic facilities and technical facilities must be scheduled through the specific school, college or department that administer the space. Campus Event Services is happy to provide contact information and guidance for customers who wish to reserve special space.

To view select campus facilities please use the following sites:

Outdoor Spaces

Outdoor space is available for events sponsored by Registered Student Organizations. The following outdoor spaces are available:

  • UW Library Mall
  • Outdoor spaces between Wisconsin Union facilities and public sidewalks
  • Lower third of Bascom Hill
  • East Campus Mall

Online Reservations

To request a room or outdoor space, click here.

Contact Campus Event Services

Memorial Union
2nd floor
608-262-2511
events@union.wisc.edu

Mon – Fri
8:00am – 5:00pm

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