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University of Delaware Conference and Event Services

University of Delaware Conference and Event Services

Event Types Welcomed

  • Adult Social Events
  • Corporate Social Events
  • Expo/Competitions
  • Family Reunions
  • Professional Meeting / Training / Conference / Retreats
  • Wedding Ceremonies
  • Wedding Receptions
  • Youth Retreat/Camps

About

The University of Delaware has meeting and event venues located in both Newark and Lewes Delaware – the heart of the Mid-Atlantic region. Our flexible meeting spaces, access to campus amenities, on-site hotel, and proximity to major arteries make us an ideal choice for planners looking for a variety of options for multi-day meetings and events.

In Newark, the Clayton Conference Center offers clean, modern, flexible spaces. The open lobby is the nucleus of the venue where it is surrounded by a 7,000 sq. ft. ballroom, theater-style auditorium, and private meeting rooms – making it easy to move about the venue quickly and efficiently.

Planners intrigued by innovative building design and modern tech space will be impressed with Delaware’s premier venue – UD’s Tower Audion & Atrium. Take advantage of a combination of spaces that offers state-of-the-art audiovisual and streaming resources and, with a living wall, is a stunning venue for innovative design conferences, incubator sessions, start-up venture capital sprints, hybrid events, lectures, presentations, receptions, and dinners.

The Virden Center in Lewes is a self-contained campus nestled in the natural surroundings of a historic coastal town. The atmosphere is easy and relaxed. With six meeting rooms, overnight lodging, and indoor/outdoor dining options, the Virden Center is perfect for multi-day retreats, workshops, small meetings, social events, and celebrations that are enhanced by the recreation options at the beach.

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Meeting & Event Spaces

  • Max Capacity: 1000 guests
  • Largest Classroom Style: 400
  • Largest Theatre Style: 800
  • Largest Auditorium Seating: 500
  • Largest Seated Reception: 400
  • Largest Standing Reception: 500
  • Academic Year Largest Group: yes
Clayton Lobby
Perfect for Receptions (500), Exhibits (15 booths), or Pre-Function activities.
  • 4,824 Sq. Ft.
Clayton 128 - Auditorium
  • 6,160 Sq. Ft.
  • 503 Theatre Style
Clayton 101A/B - Ballroom
The ballroom can also be divided by a wall. Reception Capacity - 1,000
  • 7,011 Sq. Ft.
  • 460 Banquet Style
  • 300 Classroom Style
  • 800 Theatre Style
Clayton 101A - Partial Ballroom
Reception Capacity - 700
  • 4,696 Sq. Ft.
  • 300 Banquet Style
  • 200 Classroom Style
  • 500 Theatre Style
Clayton 101B - Partial Ballroom
Reception Capacity - 300
  • 2,315 Sq. Ft.
  • 160 Banquet Style
  • 300 Theatre Style
Clayton 110, 111
  • 460 Sq. Ft.
  • 32 Banquet Style
  • 24 Classroom Style
  • 40 Theatre Style
Clayton 119
Reception Capacity - 150
  • 1,518 Sq. Ft.
  • 100 Banquet Style
  • 50 Classroom Style
  • 150 Theatre Style
Clayton 120
Reception Capacity - 200
  • 2,027 Sq. Ft.
  • 144 Banquet Style
  • 75 Classroom Style
  • 200 Theatre Style
Clayton 121, 123
Reception Capacity - 50
  • 514 Sq. Ft.
  • 32 Banquet Style
  • 24 Classroom Style
  • 40 Theatre Style
Clayton 122, 124
Reception Capacity - 50
  • 457 Sq. Ft.
  • 32 Banquet Style
  • 24 Classroom Style
  • 40 Theatre Style
Clayton 125 - Small Auditorium
  • 1,650 Sq. Ft.
  • 117 Theatre Style
Clayton 213
Boardroom style meeting space.
  • 363 Sq. Ft.
  • 14 Banquet Style
  • 14 Conference Style
Pencader 115 A/B
Reception Capacity - 180
  • 1,841 Sq. Ft.
  • 144 Banquet Style
  • 80 Classroom Style
  • 180 Theatre Style
Pencader 115A
Reception Capacity - 90
  • 921 Sq. Ft.
  • 72 Banquet Style
  • 40 Classroom Style
  • 90 Theatre Style
Pencader 115B
Reception Capacity - 90
  • 921 Sq. Ft.
  • 90 Banquet Style
  • 40 Classroom Style
  • 90 Theatre Style
Pencader 103
Reception Capacity - 90
  • 959 Sq. Ft.
  • 72 Banquet Style
  • 45 Classroom Style
  • 90 Theatre Style
Pencader 106
Reception Capacity - 180
  • 1,841 Sq. Ft.
  • 144 Banquet Style
  • 80 Classroom Style
  • 180 Theatre Style
Pencader 117
  • 959 Sq. Ft.
  • 72 Banquet Style
  • 45 Classroom Style
  • 90 Theatre Style

Accommodations

  • Total Number of Overnight Guests: 2000
  • Number of Overnight Rooms: 1,200
  • Wi-Fi in Guest Rooms: Yes
  • Wi-Fi Guest Room Cost : $0
Overnight Room Attributes
  • Air-conditioned rooms available
  • Business Services
  • Linens Provided
  • Kitchen Available
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels
  • Washer/Dryer
  • WiFi

 

Courtyard Marriott Hotel - University of Delaware
Located directly behind Clayton Hall! Book today!
  • 126 Rooms

Featured Amenities

  • A/V Equipment
  • Accessible Facilities
  • Air Conditioning Air Conditioning
  • Bus - Shuttle, Public Bus Access Bus
  • Business Center
  • Car Charging Station Car Charging Station
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Eco-Friendly
  • Event Tent
  • Fitness Center Fitness Center
  • Flexible Floor Plan
  • Hosted Bar
  • In-House Catering
  • Linens
  • Near Public Transit
  • Open Bar
  • Outdoor Space
  • Overnight Rooms
  • Paid Parking
  • Pool
  • Private Parking
  • Running Trails
  • Sports Facilities
  • Stage
  • Tables
  • Taxi
  • Theater Seating
  • Train
  • VIP Room
  • WiFi

Venue Location + Transportation

Address

 
100 David Hollowell Drive,
Newark, Delaware 19716

Transportation

  • LyftLyft
  • TrainTrain
  • UberUber

Nearby Airport

  • Philadelphia - 50 minutes

Nearby International Airport

  • Philadelphia International Airport - 50 minutes

Parking

  • Onsite Parking: Yes
  • Car Charging Stations: Yes

Nearby Cities

Philadelphia – 35|Wilmington – 15

Things to Know

Catering

  • Must Use In-house Catering: Yes
  • External Catering Allowed: No
  • Can Bring in Own Food: no
  • Cultural Catering Available: Yes
  • Food and Beverage Onsite: Yes
  • Do you offer tables, chairs, and linens?: Yes

Technology

Audio/visual capabilities; internet connectivity in meeting, event and guest rooms, teleconferencing, videoconferencing, interactive capabilities, hybrid meeting services, computer lab, business center.

  • Guest Wi-Fi: Free
  • Onsite Tech Support: Yes
  • Wi-Fi in meeting space: Yes
  • Equipment Available On-Site:
    • LCD Projectors
    • Projector Screen
    • Laptops
    • Microphones
    • Sound System
    • Custom Lighting

Venue Policies

  • Alcohol Consumption: Yes
  • Smoking Permitted: no
  • Cannabis Industry-Friendly: No
  • Cannabis Consumption: No
  • Eco Friendly: Yes
  • ADA Accessible: Yes
  • Family Friendly: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: No