Conferences and Facility Rental

This versatile facility has retractable bleachers with seating for 850 and is great for athletic events and conferences. The arena may also be sectioned off by lowering large net drapes from the ceiling dividing all four courts. Protective floor mats are also used to cover the basketball courts so staging, chairs and tables may be set-up. The back of the arena also features a drive-up loading dock which makes bringing in heavy equipment manageable and convenient.

Along with holding numerous athletic events, including the National Cheerleading Competition and Chris Carr Basketball Camps, the Gangelhoff Center has hosted conferences, trade shows, commencements, and gymnastic events.

Rental Fee

Your rental fee includes the lobby, common area, arena floor, retractable bleachers and an on-site Event Manager along with general electrical, heating and air-conditioned charges. We are also able to outsource a sound system, staging, AV, tables, chairs and pipe & drape. Set-up, tear down, security and custodial fees will be an additional charge.

We are confident that once see our arena you will discover why this facility is one of the Twin Cities best!

Contact Information

To inquire about availability or to arrange a campus tour, please contact Jennifer at sila@csp.edu.

The Buetow Music Center features a 480-seat auditorium complete with a forty-three rank Schlicker pipe organ and Steinway grand piano. The auditorium has a warm, dramatic feel with its dark purple plush seats and deep red walls. The seats form a semi-circle around the stage for optimum viewing and terrific sound. The entire first row may also be removed to extend the front and side stage four feet.

The Buetow Auditorium is not only a wonderful venue for musical entertainment, but has also accommodated many meetings and lectures due to its flip-up lap desks, drop-down screen and video projection capabilities.

Rental Fee

Your rental fee is determined based upon your event needs. All pricing includes an on-site Event Manager, AV, general electrical and heating/air-conditioned charges. Set-up and take down, custodial fees, skirted tables and chairs for registration or vendor displays will be an additional charge.

Contact Information

To inquire on availability or to arrange a campus tour, please contact Chad Horrmann at (651)603-6142

This performance space is ideal for theatrical productions which require high-tech professional equipment at a fraction of the cost of many local houses. The E.M. Pearson Theatre has hosted The Children’s Theatre, Theatre De Le Jeune Lune, The Guthrie, Skylark Opera, St. Paul City Ballet, Vee Corporation, Troupe America and Teatro del Pueble. The stage may also be set for intimate dinners or business meetings. This house has multiple uses and we are confident it will be perfect for your event.

The Theater Arts Center is a $5.1 million state-of-the-art facility.

The E.M. Pearson Theatre, dedicated in 1994, features 340 house seats with a thrust/proscenium, hydraulic elevator/orchestra pit, computerized lighting control and a multi-track system.

Rental Fee

Your rental fee is based upon your event needs and the duration of your show. All pricing includes an on-site Event Manager, general electric and heating/air-conditioned charges. Set-up and take down of your event, custodial fees, a technician, skirted tables and chairs will be an additional charge.

Address

The E.M. Pearson Theatre Building is located at 312 North Hamline Avenue. Just south of I-94 and North of Marshall Avenue. Ample parking is available on the west side of Hamline Avenue just outside of Concordia’s Seafoam Stadium.

Contact Information

To inquire about availability or to arrange a campus tour, please contact Chad Horrmann at (651)603-6142

Tickets

Tickets for performances at Concordia may be ordered through Ovation Tickets, by phone at (866)811-4111, or directly at the box office, located inside the E.M. Pearson Lobby on the day of the performance.

The Dining Hall comfortably seats 200 guests and is equipped with a stage for speaking engagement or performances. This venue current is set with 6 ft round tables to create a more intimate setting for receptions and smaller group events. Your group may eat in the Dining Hall during regular meal times, on a cash basis, with students during the academic year. The availability for private rental during the academic year is limited to breaks, some weekends, and after meal hours with greater availability throughout the summer.

Policies

Sodexo Campus Services is Concordia’s exclusive on-site caterer. At Concordia University, our experienced staff is ready to assist you in creating the right menu and atmosphere for your event. To help us make sure your event is successful, we require that you provide us at least 72 hours notice for all catered events. We will make every effort to provide service needed without the above notice, however, your choices may be limited.

Cancellation

In the event that you require a cancellation, 24 hours is required to avoid charges for the incurred expenses. Otherwise, you will be billed for 50% of the total cost.

Contact Information

To inquire about availability or to arrange a campus tour, please contact Jennifer Sila at (651) 641-8201. All event planners must contract separately with Sodexo Catering Services for all food and beverage arrangements. Once you have made your rental agreement with Conference & Event Services please call 651-641-8275 to speak with a food service representative.

Concordia University, St. Paul has more than 30 classrooms that are available for meeting or break-out space. Our classrooms seat up to 100 people and are equipped with computer ports, a DVD with a monitor and a whiteboard. At your request, we can provide you with an overhead projector, podium or microphone.

You’ll find Concordia’s classrooms designed in various set-ups and we will help you find one that best meets your needs. We have rooms with tiered seating, moveable desks and tables, fixed seating and more.

Rental Fee

Your rental fee includes the selected space, audio visual equipment, general electric and heating/air-conditioned charges. Set-up and take down of your event, custodial fees, a technician, skirted tables and chairs will be an additional charge.

Contact Information

To inquire about availability or to arrange a campus tour, please contact Jennifer Sila at (651) 641-8201

The Graebner Memorial Chapel was built in 1911, with the transformation into a modern chapel completed in 1955. Beautiful stain glass windows along with medium oak chairs and accent pieces bring a cozy feel to the magnificent building.

The new 3500 sq ft addition of the Cross of Christ Fellowship Center adds even more beauty to the existing Chapel. With the addition of a fellowship center, a classroom, a kitchen, and new bathrooms we have more room for your guests or wedding party to gather before or after the service. Part of the renovation also includes upgrades in sound, lighting, and air conditioning throughout the building.

The freestanding chairs can be arranged to accommodate traditional front-facing seating with an aisle up the center, or it can be arranged in circular patterns with one or multiple isles. The chapel’s capacity is approximately 200.

Rental Fee

Your rental fee includes the selected space, audio visual equipment, general electric and heating/air-conditioned charges. Set-up and take down of your event, custodial fees, a technician, skirted tables and chairs will be an additional charge.

Contact Information

For information, to schedule a tour, or book your wedding date, please contact Linda Lee

Concordia University is located in the Midway district of St. Paul, Minnesota, two blocks from I-94 and minutes away from entertainment and restaurants throughout the Twin Cities. The campus is also just a short ride from the MSP airport.

During the summer months, we may have air-conditioned, apartment-style and dorm rooms available for rent in double or single occupancy (a minimum of 3 nights is required for your reservation). Please contact Jennifer Sila to inquire about pricing, amenities, and availability.

Built in 2009, Sea Foam Stadium is a multi-purpose, Sprinturf field (artificial), which can accommodate many activities including football, soccer, lacrosse, and ultimate Frisbee. The facility also features an eight-lane track with long jump, pole vault and throwing pits. The field is covered with a heated dome from November to March allowing year-round use.

The stadium’s bleachers have a seating capacity of 2,500. Each fall temporary bleachers are placed on the east sideline for additional seating at events. Other features to enhance your rental experience are a ticket booth, scoreboard, restrooms, concession stand, and press box.

Rental Fee

Your rental fee applies to the entire field, as we do not offer partial field or dome rentals at this time.

2022-23 Dome rental rates are as follows:

2023-24 Dome rental rates are as follows:

The 2023 turf rental rate is $120 per hour.

Rental Requirements

To proceed with a rental, please be prepared to provide the following information:

• Group/Organization Name
• Contact/Representative Name
• Address
• Cell and/or work telephone numbers
• E-mail address
• Certificate of Insurance
• Certificate ST-17, Certificate of Exempt Status, or ST-3 (for tax-exempt customers)
• Exact dates and times desired

Contact Information

To inquire about rental availability or to arrange a facility tour please contact Erik Qvale at qvale@csp.edu.

Concordia’s newly remodeled 3150 sq. foot air-conditioned Dining Hall in the Winget Student Life Center is perfect for any reception or banquet.  Consider our intimate seating arrangement, for up to 225 people, with round tables and a head table that sits atop our stage.

You may also select the newly remodeled 4000 sq foot Buenger Education Center to host your wedding reception. The Buenger Education Center is a perfect spot for Social Hour and a Wedding Dance. We have a dance floor available for rent at 3’x3′ per section.

Our exclusive caterer for campus is Sodexo, and they would be happy to discuss any meal options with you, for the reception of your dreams. Sodexo pricing will include the meal, professional waitstaff, white table linens, dishes, silverware, glasses, and covered/skirted food & beverage tables.

The Grabner Memorial Chapel is available for the following wedding times.
Friday Wedding:

• 3:00pm – 7pm (Wedding at 6pm)
• 4:00pm – 8pm (Wedding at 7pm)

Saturday Weddings:

• 9:00am – 1:00pm (Wedding at 12:00pm)
• 10:00am – 2:00pm (Wedding at 1:00pm)
• 11:00am – 3:00pm (Wedding at 2:00pm)
• 12:00pm – 4:00pm (Wedding at 3:00pm)

Because the chapel is a central facility for student life at Concordia, there are some days that we are unable to allow rental of the facility. Please contact our wedding coordinator to ensure your selected date fits within our availability.

During certain festival times of year (Lent, Advent, and All Saint’s Day), the chapel will be decorated.