Temple University

1910 Liacouras Walk, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19122
10200 Guests

Event Types Welcomed

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

About

Temple University provides the perfect venue location for conferences, meetings, or special events in Philadelphia, PA. Spend your summer at one of the most culturally diverse and dynamic campuses while enjoying one of the most historic cities in the world. Temple University offers access to classrooms, conference rooms and computer labs that boast a wide range of capacities and variety of configurations for events. Rooms are equipped with whiteboards, LCD projectors, and feature large windows that add both natural light and gorgeous views of the surrounding area.

Temple University has a dedicated events staff available to assist by answering questions, planning your event, program, meeting, or conference, and providing professional event services expertise to ensure that your event is a success. Watch the videos below to learn why Temple University is the perfect host for your next Philadelphia event or conference. Take advantage of their ample banquet halls and banquet rooms and wow your guests.

Meeting & Event Spaces

Max Capacity: 10200 Guests
Largest Classroom Style: 3000
Largest Theatre Style: 10200

Howard Gittis Student Center Room 200 (Sections A-C)

Lecture set-ups are room maximums - all chairs, with a head table and space for a smart cart. Any additional set-up requirements will lower the amount of available chairs in a room (stage, food service, etc). Class room set-ups include either 30" or 18" tables (dictated by room size) with 3 chairs per table, a head table and space for a smart cart. Banquet set-ups are room maximums with 72" round tables and 10 chairs, one head table and space for a smart cart. Any additional set-up requirements will reduce the amount of available chairs in a room (stage, food service, etc). Conference set-ups are large square tables (rectangular, oval, etc) and are fixed sizes based on room size.

Howard Gittis Student Center Room 200 (Section A)

Room Features: •Coat Room •Pre-Function Area •Podiums •Smart Room Capabilities •Remote DVD and VCR Access •Cable TV Access •Wired and Wireless Microphones •High and Low Stages
  • 70 Banquet Style
  • 80 Classroom Style
  • 150 Theatre Style
  • 33 (flexible capacity) Conference Style
  • Floorplan Layout

Howard Gittis Student Center Room 200 (Section B)

Room Features: •Coat Room •Pre-Function Area •Podiums •Smart Room Capabilities •Remote DVD and VCR Access •Cable TV Access •Wired and Wireless Microphones •High and Low Stages
  • 90 Banquet Style
  • 100 Classroom Style
  • 210 Theatre Style
  • 36 Conference Style
  • Floorplan Layout

Howard Gittis Student Center Room 200 (Section C)

Room features: •Coat Room •Pre-Function Area •Podiums •Smart Room Capabilities •Remote DVD and VCR Access •Cable TV Access •Wired and Wireless Microphones •High and Low Stages
  • 160 Banquet Style
  • 130 Classroom Style
  • 210 Theatre Style
  • 60 Conference Style
  • Floorplan Layout

Howard Gittis Student Center Room 200 (Sections A&B Combined)

Room Features: •Coat Room •Pre-Function Area •Podiums •Smart Room Capabilities •Remote DVD and VCR Access •Cable TV Access •Wired and Wireless Microphones •High and Low Stages

Howard Gittis Student Center Room 200 (Sections B&C Combined)

Room Features: •Coat Room •Pre-Function Area •Podiums •Smart Room Capabilities •Remote DVD and VCR Access •Cable TV Access •Wired and Wireless Microphones •High and Low Stages

The Underground

Located in the downstairs portion of the Howard Gittis Student Center, the Underground is a popular and fun space that can be transformed into different layouts based on funtion and preference. The Underground space features: •Podiums •Mobile Smart Cart •Wired and Wireless Microphones •Advanced Audio Capabilities

Howard Gittis Student Center Room 217

This large function room can be split into 4 sections labeled A, B, C and D. These sections can be combined or used individually. Room features: •Podiums •Smart Room Capabilities •Wired and Wireless Microphones •Low Stages

Owl Cove

This is a space the Office of Student Center Operations reserves for parties, programs and events. The Owl Cove is predominately used student groups during the academic year. The Owl Cove is attached to the Great Court and these spaces are excellent for high level events and programs for non-student groups when available and during non-academic periods. Room Features: •Podiums •Mobile Smart Cart •Advanced Audio Capabilities

Liacouras Center

The Liacouras Center a 10,200-seat multi-purpose venue, is located on the Temple University campus along the Avenue of the Arts in Center City, Philadelphia. The venue is a full entertainment arena featuring concerts, family shows, Temple Men’s and Women’s Basketball games and more. The facility is the largest indoor, public assembly venue ever north of City Hall in Philadelphia. The 340,000 sq. ft. building is the home of Temple Men and Women's Basketball teams, a full range of concerts, dramatic presentations, University athletic and convocation events, family shows, sports exhibitions and more. The building has great production flexibility. In addition to the large arena configuration, The Esther Boyer Theater at the Liacouras Center is a small theater setup of 1,000 to 5,000 seats for more intimate presentations. Pre-positioned curtains, lighting and sound systems maximize the effectiveness of each seating configuration. Fourteen (14) concession stands dot the main concourse. The Fox/Gittis Room, a special function room located in the main lobby, is available for groups, organizations or meetings. Ten private, executive suites on the lower level provide prime viewing and entertaining enjoyment. A new four-story, 1,200-space connected parking garage provides visitors access to the facility without having to venture outside. The Liacouras Center is part of a four building, $107 million complex. The Liacouras Center is located less than two miles from Philadelphia's City Hall.

The Baptist Temple

Elegant, state-of-the-art interiors make Temple Performing Arts Center's unique interior spaces compelling venues for events and performances of all kinds. 1,200 seat theatre style ideal for the perfect meeting, or performance. A 130 people Chapel is ideal for weddings, recitals, dance programs, lectures, board meetings, community gatherings, celebrations and dinners. The historic Chapel of Four Chaplains is the perfect setting for smaller events, including recitals, dance programs, lectures, board meetings, community gatherings, celebrations and dinners. The Chapel has a seating capacity of up to 130.
  • 130 Banquet Style
  • 1200 Theatre Style

Food & Beverage Options

Louis J. Esposito Dining Center

An all-you-care-to-eat buffet-style dining facility provided by Aramark. Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Free options!
Seating Capacity: 740

Howard Gittis Student Center Food Court

The Howard Gittis Student Center is the social and dining hub of campus — a place to meet, eat, or just take a break. With a wide range of dining venues, plenty of seating, and spaces for events and community gatherings, it's more than a building — it's where Temple life comes together. Stop by for lunch, stick around for connection.

The Diamond Club

Gourmet dining in a distinctive setting! Private meeting and banquet facilities that include a private garden are also available. Wedding Packages Available

Catering Options

Aramark

Special events bring life and excitement to your campus for students, staff, and community. They help build your reputation and bring in revenue. They also offer the opportunity to meet new people, make new connections, and enjoy a fine meal. Aramark's expertise in menu development, décor coordination, and fulfilling special requests allows us to meet the type, need, and budget of all your campus events.

Accommodations

  • Total Number of Overnight Guests: 5000
  • Number of Overnight Rooms: 1,000
Overnight Room Attributes
  • 24-hour check-in
  • Air-conditioned rooms available
  • Kitchen Available
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer/Dryer
  • WiFi

Morgan Hall Complex

Morgan Hall is a 3-building complex featuring two residential housing buildings that house approximately 1,275 guests and a 3-story dining facility. Morgan Hall North is a 27-story tower and Morgan Hall South is a 10-story building. The rooms in both residence buildings are similar and offer 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom apartments. All living spaces in the Morgan complex have individual bathrooms for the occupant(s) of each apartment to use, and all units of the building have full kitchens that include an electric glass cooktop, a convection microwave oven, a full size refrigerator (mini refrigerators are provided in 1-bedroom apartments). All spaces in Morgan North and South are heated and air conditioned, and guests have controls in the room to raise or lower the temperature within a set range. The Morgan complex buildings feature multiple lounge and common spaces for group gatherings. Also included throughout the building are laundry rooms, bike rooms, and TV/game spaces. Morgan Hall is known for providing incredible views of the Philadelphia skyline, Temple's main campus, and the Delaware Valley.
1,275 Beds

Floorplan Layout

1300

A five-story, low-rise residence hall located on the 1300 block of Cecil B. Moore Avenue, "1300" offers up to 1,044 guests the opportunity to live in either suite-style or apartment-style accommodations. As our largest facility, "1300" is divided into north and south wings with the center core of the complex offering a variety of shared community space for guests.
1044 Beds

This accommodation has A/C

Floorplan Layout

Temple Towers

Our newly renovated residence hall composed of two, six-floor high-rise facilities holding a capacity of 630 guests. Temple Towers offers a wide range of accommodations including, 2, and 3 bedroom apartment units on Main Campus, living/dining/kitchen areas in all units, single gender rooms, coed floors, air conditioned, computer lab, study lounge, multipurpose lounge, game room, etc..
630 Beds

This accommodation has A/C

Floorplan Layout

James S. White Hall

James S. White Hall is a four story facility, with the ability to house 558 residents. This spacious and comfortable residence hall has 15 wings accommodating from 26 to 44 residents each, 24-hour access controlled security at building entrance, 2 room, 4 person units with shared bath, air conditioned, large social lounge areas, and an enclosed garden patio, just to name a few amenities.
558 Beds

This accommodation has A/C

Floorplan Layout

1940 Residence Hall

The 1940 Residence Hall is a 5-story, suite style building that sits right on Liacouras Walk, and houses approximately 472 guests in 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom suites that are assigned 2 or 4-persons respectively. Each suite has its own bathroom for its occupants to share. All spaces are heated and air conditioned, and students have controls in the room to raise or lower the temperature within a set range. The building features multiple lounge and common spaces on each floor for group gatherings and lounge space. Also included throughout the building are laundry rooms, bike rooms, and TV/game spaces. A community kitchen is located on the ground floor.
472 Beds

Floorplan Layout

James White Hall is a 4-story, suite style building with approximately 570 beds in studio or 2-bedroom suites that are assigned 2 or 4-persons respectively. Each studio or 2-bedroom suite has its own bathroom for its occupants to share. All spaces are heated and air conditioned, and guests have individual controls in the room to raise or lower the temperature within a set range. The building features multiple lounge and common spaces on each floor for group gatherings and extra lounge space. Also included throughout the building are laundry rooms, bike rooms, and TV/game spaces. A community kitchen and vending machines are also located on the first floor.
570 Beds

This accommodation has A/C

Featured Amenities

A/V Equipment
Accessible Facilities
Air Conditioning
Bus
Chairs
Fitness Center
Flexible Floor Plan
Game Room
Hosted Bar
In-House Catering
Kitchen Access
Lactation Station
Laundry
Linens
Near Public Transit
Outdoor Space
Overnight Rooms
Paid Parking
Scenic Views
Sports Facilities
Stage
Tables
Taxi
Theater Seating
Train
WiFi

Venue Location + Transportation

Address

1910 Liacouras Walk,

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19122

Transportation

Taxi
Bus
Metro
Subway
Train
Lyft
Uber

Nearby Airport

Philadelphia Int'l (PHL) - 20 minutes

Nearby International Airport

Philadelphia Int'l (PHL) - 20 minutes

Parking

Parking on Site: Yes

Car charging stations: No

Nearby Cities

Philadelphia – within city|Atlantic City – 60 min| Newark – 90 min|New York 120 min

Things to Know

Catering

In-house catering available

Must Use In-House Catering: Yes

External Catering Allowed: Yes

Cultural Catering Available: Yes

Food And Beverage Onsite: Yes

Do You Offer Tables, Chairs, And Linens?: Yes

Venue Policies

ADA Accessible: Yes

Technology

Our Philadelphia campus residence halls are all equipped with central air. Internet access is available in all buildings & rooms. Smart classrooms are available as well as traditional classrooms. Student Center spaces also include advanced technology with built-in projectors & screens, wired and wireless microphones, virtual and on-line meeting ability.

Onsite Tech Support: Yes

Wi-Fi In Meeting Space: Yes

Equipment Available On-Site:
  • LCD Projectors
  • Projector Screen
  • Laptops
  • Microphones
  • Sound System
  • Custom Lighting

Last Updated March 2026