Old Chapel Event Request Form

Please see the UMass Amherst Event Calendar for public events on campus. Accepting booking requests one year out from the current date. 
The Chapel is a popular destination for events and our schedule fills quickly. Check out our event calendar for general availability. Make sure to plan in advance to secure your spot.

General Information
An off-campus event is any event requested by a member of the community not affiliated with UMass. Please note below if your group is an RSO.
Click here if this event is for a Registered Student Organization on the UMass Amherst Campus.
Enter your UMass department’s six-digit Speed Type number or enter “non-university” if you are not sponsored by the university or if you are from off-campus seeking to rent the space.
Event Information
Let us know how you would like the event to be displayed for internal signs and paperwork.
Let us know what you are envisioning for your event or the official event summary. If this is a public event, please note this description will be posted on our website.
Public events will appear on our events calendar. Private events will be blocked out on our calendar without additional details shown.
Maximum capacity in the Great Hall for a reception is 200, 168 for a theater set, and 96 for a seated meal. Maximum capacity in the Conference Room is 12. Maximum capacity in the Multi-Purpose Room for a reception is 100, 100 for a theater set, and 64 for a seated meal. Capacity varies depending on room setup. This can be a range if current totals are unknown.
Day/Time Information
Old Chapel books events one year out from the current date.
Let us know if this program will last multiple days and/or if you have multiple days you would like to check for availability for your event.
Let us know if you are interested in exploring other available dates for your event.
Let us know what other dates your event will need space at Old Chapel. If your request is confirmed, you may be asked to fill out this form for the additional dates unless your event details are the same for each date.
When you would like to get into the space to start any setup? Please note that the earliest setup time is 8 AM and that this time is not for registration or breakfasts without prior permission from the Old Chapel manager.
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Old Chapel is available for events starting at 9 AM.
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Old Chapel is available until 9 PM for events.
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How much time will you need after your event for clean up? Please note that the latest clean up time is 10 PM.
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Great Hall Reservation
The second floor's Great Hall in Old Chapel is our primary venue for a variety of events with ample seating and a raised stage. Audience setup can accommodate 168 guests, reception up to 200 guests, and a plated dinner with a bar can seat up to 96. Additional capacity limitations may apply depending on furniture setup. 
Please select the setup that matches your preferred setup for your event. Old Chapel has various example setups to select from, or we can help you design a floor-plan that best matches your event.
If the A/V equipment is present at Old Chapel, then the client must use Old Chapel A/V. If we do not have what is needed for your event, then please select "Bringing Equipment" option for further discussion with the Old Chapel manager. Additional charges may apply.
Let us know what your plans are for A/V.
Do you plan on having food and/or beverages for your event?
Let us know if you plan to use UMass Catering or an outside caterer. Please note that if you use outside catering, it should be drop-off only and the client will be responsible for all cleanup when the event is finished. Improper clean up may result in catering limitations for future bookings.
Please note that all liquor licenses are subject to approval and require at least a month to secure.
Multi-Purpose Room Reservation
The first floor MPR is home to New Student Admissions and Student Study Space from 9 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday. This room is bookable as an add on to any Great Hall reservations after 5 PM on the weekdays, and from 9 AM - 9 PM on the weekends. Audience setup can accommodate 100 guests, reception up to 100 guests, and a plated dinner with a bar can seat up to 48. Additional capacity limitations may apply depending on furniture setup. 
If you are booking the Multi-Purpose Room after 5 PM on the weekdays or between 9 AM and 9 PM on the weekends, you can request the use of the MPR with this form.
Please select the setup that matches your preferred setup for your event. Old Chapel has various example setups to select from, or we can help you design a floor-plan that best matches your event.
If the A/V equipment is present at Old Chapel, then the client must use Old Chapel A/V. If we do not have what is needed for your event, then please select "Bringing Equipment" option for further discussion with the Old Chapel manager. Additional charges may apply.
Let us know what your plans are for A/V.
Do you plan on having food and/or beverages for this event?
Let us know if you plan to use UMass Catering or an outside caterer. Please note that if you use outside catering, it should be drop-off only and the client will be responsible for all cleanup when the event is finished. Improper clean up may result in catering limitations for future bookings.
Please note that all liquor licenses are subject to approval and require at least a month to secure.
Conference Room Reservation
The first-floor conference room in Old Chapel is located behind the video wall and can be booked for small group meetings, event greenroom, or wedding suite. The room can seat up to 12 people. Catering is allowed in the Conference Room.
No charge for use of A/V equipment in the Conference Room. Additional A/V requests may incur a fee.
Do you plan to order food and/or beverages for your event?
Where would you like the catering set up for the Conference Room?
Please add any additional information, notes, or requests for this event below.