Southern New Hampshire University
2500 North River Rd
Manchester, New Hampshire 03106
Manchester, New Hampshire 03106
Event Types Welcomed
Adult Social Events | Corporate Social Events | Expo/Competitions | Family Reunions | Professional Meeting/Training/Conference/Retreats | Wedding Ceremonies | Wedding Receptions | Youth Retreat/CampsMaximum
Capacity:1200
Capacity:1200
On-Site
Spaces:70
Spaces:70
Maximum
Overnight:600
Overnight:600
Runner-up: Best Renovation/Addition
- Venue Showcase
The CETA building, opened in January of 2020, is home to our College of Engineering, Technology, and Aeronautics 
SNHU is the perfect location for presentations
Traditional dorm style and suite style living space to accommodate up to 250 people 
A variety of dining options are available in multiple locations on campus
During every season SNHU's beautiful campus creates an unforgettable atmosphere
The dining center banquet hall is great for corporate functions
On campus housing includes: linens, amenities and common spaces for meetings and social time
Our on campus accommodations are secure, professional and convieniently located on campus
SNHU is a great location for political events, Our campus has hosted many presidential candidates.
Throughout the year guests are invited to use the Athletic Facilities
Hold your wedding at SNHU, our banquet hall is the 2nd largest venue space in Manchester and is affordable for all budgets
Located in the center of campus, the Dining Hall includes a large banquet hall
This theater style auditorium accomodates 218 people and is fit with a variety of technological features
The Academic Center Complex is SNHU's newest academic building and includes a variety of spaces for all group types
SNHU's professional boardrooms are complete with conference calling technology and LCD monitors for presentations
SNHU has 3 lecture halls complete with audio visual technology
Including two boardrooms, classrooms, a ballroom and a student run restaurant, the Hospitality Center gives guests a variety of options
Our Hospitality Salons can accommodate groups of many sizes. 
The dining center banquet hall easily transformers into a unique and professional setting
Panelist tables and presentations can be hosted in multiple locations on campus
SNHU can help enhance any event through our many vendor contacts, let us handle all event logistics
Swim, Bike, Hike and much more on our campus
Offering a variety of dining options and seating areas, SNHU's Dining Center is an affordable option
From dining center staff to the facilities and Conference staff, we are here to help you create a memorable event
The academic center complex is a guest favorite due to it's many classrooms and flexible spaces.
Green Space Aerial View
About
About Southern New Hampshire University
Southern New Hampshire University is a great location to host your summer camp, corporate retreat, reception, charity/non-profit event, community walk, business meeting, expo, or conference. Just minutes from Interstate 93, SNHU's 300-acre campus sits on the bank of the Merrimack River in beautiful Manchester, NH. SNHU’s fully capable campus can provide facilities, audio visual and catering as well as complimentary parking for your next event in Manchester, NH. Come visit today and see why everyone is talking about Southern New Hampshire University! We can’t wait to show you our Manchester venue!
Banquet and meeting facilities include a function room, breakout rooms for 10 to 500 people, an executive boardroom, and a 218-seat auditorium. The Dining Center Banquet Hall is a great place to host an event with state-of-the-art technology for presentations, wireless Internet, banquet-style seating for 275, theater-style seating for 400, dividable space to allow for two venues, computer network access with up to 200 physical ports of connectivity, two LCD projectors with two 15-foot diagonal screens, and catering services to accommodate all of your food and beverage needs.
For more information and to see photos of our conference centers and event spaces in Manchester, NH, please visit our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/snhuconference
You can also call our office at 603-645-9612 and we would be happy to answer all your questions. Our office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM. We can accommodate events during the day, at night, as well as on weekends.
Watch the video above to learn even more of the attributes that make Southern New Hampshire University the premier Manchester, New Hampshire event venue.
Banquet and meeting facilities include a function room, breakout rooms for 10 to 500 people, an executive boardroom, and a 218-seat auditorium. The Dining Center Banquet Hall is a great place to host an event with state-of-the-art technology for presentations, wireless Internet, banquet-style seating for 275, theater-style seating for 400, dividable space to allow for two venues, computer network access with up to 200 physical ports of connectivity, two LCD projectors with two 15-foot diagonal screens, and catering services to accommodate all of your food and beverage needs.
For more information and to see photos of our conference centers and event spaces in Manchester, NH, please visit our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/snhuconference
You can also call our office at 603-645-9612 and we would be happy to answer all your questions. Our office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM. We can accommodate events during the day, at night, as well as on weekends.
Watch the video above to learn even more of the attributes that make Southern New Hampshire University the premier Manchester, New Hampshire event venue.
LOCATION + TRANSPORTATION
Boston - 52
Portland, ME - 94
Providence, RI - 102
:
Manchester Boston Regional Airport - 15 minutes
Taxi | Bus | Lyft | Uber
Onsite: Yes Free
CATERING
SNHU offers catering services and a diversified menu that will complete any event from a boxed lunch to a presidential dinner. Be sure to look at their sample catering menu under the catering tab.Must Use In-House Catering
Cultural Catering
Venue Hosted Alcohol Permitted
Self-Service Alcohol Permitted
AMENITIES + UNIQUE EXPERIENCES
MEETING + EVENT SPACE CAPACITIES
1200 Attendees
70 Spaces
:
Theatre Style 1000 | Classroom Style 200 | Seated Reception 750
TECHNOLOGY
SNHU's facilities are outfitted with the latest in meeting technology. Each classroom is equipped with a computer teaching station, projector, and screen. Our audio-visual staff can also offer teleconferencing services, video recording, and live streaming. Don't let the day of details get you nervous either, a member of our audio-visual team will be there to assist you!Yes
Free
Yes
Yes
RENTAL POLICIES
Alcohol ConsumptionOVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS
600 Overnight Guests
Residence Halls| Suite/Apt Style| Nearby Hotel(s)
Yes
Free
Private| Communal| Semi-Private
Accommodations
Accommodations
600
Total Number of
Overnight Guests
Overnight Guests
Accommodation Types
| Suite/Apartment Style | Nearby Hotels | 174 rooms | 255 beds | floorplan | image
Available from late May until early August the East Side Suites sit on top of a hill with a great view of the Merrimack River and the surrounding woods. These buildings are air conditioned and are made up of "pods”, meaning that there are 2 singles, 2 doubles as well as a bathroom area per unit. Amenities include large lounges per floor, two meeting rooms (one per building), two laundry rooms (one per building) and a first floor kitchen. Groups have the option of renting linens and other amenities from Conference & Event Services.
This accommodation has A/C
Available from late May until early August the East Side Suites sit on top of a hill with a great view of the Merrimack River and the surrounding woods. These buildings are air conditioned and are made up of "pods”, meaning that there are 2 singles, 2 doubles as well as a bathroom area per unit. Amenities include large lounges per floor, two meeting rooms (one per building), two laundry rooms (one per building) and a first floor kitchen. Groups have the option of renting linens and other amenities from Conference & Event Services.
This accommodation has A/C | Residence Halls | Hotel-Like | 151 rooms | 300 beds | floorplan | image
Tuckerman Hall is one of Southern New Hampshire University's newest residence halls. Completed in 2013, the residence hall has single, double, and quad accommodations with shared, private, and semi-private bath options. The large meeting room, on site laundry, eat-in kitchen, and fitness center are all additional amenities provided to guests of the building.
This accommodation has A/C
Tuckerman Hall is one of Southern New Hampshire University's newest residence halls. Completed in 2013, the residence hall has single, double, and quad accommodations with shared, private, and semi-private bath options. The large meeting room, on site laundry, eat-in kitchen, and fitness center are all additional amenities provided to guests of the building.
This accommodation has A/C | Nearby Hotels | 300 rooms | 500 beds
From a charming bed and breakfast to no-frills motels, there’s something for everyone. Here are some establishments who offer special rates for SNHU visitors:
Fairfield Inn & Suites Hooksett (2.2 Miles)
SpringHill Suites by Marriott (11.0 Miles)
Courtyard by Marriott (9.7 Miles)
DoubleTree by Hilton (4.1 Miles)
Holiday Inn Express & Suites (8.3 Miles)
La Quinta by Wyndham (3.4 Miles)
Sleep Inn by Choice Hotels (11. 0 Miles)
To access direct discounts for SNHU guests please click on the link below:
https://campustravel.com/university/southern-new-hampshire-university/
Other Area Hotels:
Hilton Garden Inn (5.0 Miles)
Stephen Clay Homestead Bed & Breakfast (8.2 Miles)
Best Western Plus (8.6 Miles)
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson (8.8 Miles)
This accommodation has A/C
From a charming bed and breakfast to no-frills motels, there’s something for everyone. Here are some establishments who offer special rates for SNHU visitors:
Fairfield Inn & Suites Hooksett (2.2 Miles)
SpringHill Suites by Marriott (11.0 Miles)
Courtyard by Marriott (9.7 Miles)
DoubleTree by Hilton (4.1 Miles)
Holiday Inn Express & Suites (8.3 Miles)
La Quinta by Wyndham (3.4 Miles)
Sleep Inn by Choice Hotels (11. 0 Miles)
To access direct discounts for SNHU guests please click on the link below:
https://campustravel.com/university/southern-new-hampshire-university/
Other Area Hotels:
Hilton Garden Inn (5.0 Miles)
Stephen Clay Homestead Bed & Breakfast (8.2 Miles)
Best Western Plus (8.6 Miles)
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson (8.8 Miles)
This accommodation has A/CAmenities + Unique Experiences
AMENITIES
Amenities
Unique Experiences
The Innovation Lab and Makerspace at Southern New Hampshire University is focused on supporting the SNHU community and its guests through programs which develop innovation. Guests have access to new technologies and equipment that foster creativity and exploration in a safe academic environment. Just a few of the available technologies, equipment, and uses for the space include wood and glass engraving, crafting, photography and 3D printers. This space is perfect to partake in a less formal activity for your meeting or event. Staff-led projects are also available to provide team building experiences through innovation and creativity. Previous engaging projects included guided watercolor painting and a wooden engraved keychain activity. Our team is excited to work with yours to create the unique experience you are looking for.
Event Spaces
Meeting and Event Spaces
Max Capacities
1200
Overall
200
Classroom
Style
Style
750
Seated
Catered Event
Catered Event
Meeting + Event Spaces
| 4968 SQ FT | 300 Banquet Style | 210 Classroom Style | 78 Conference Style | image | image
The Dining Center Banquet Hall includes state-of-the-art technology for presentations, wireless internet, banquet-style seating for 250, theater-style seating for 400, dividable space to allow for two venues, computer network access with up to 200 physical ports of connectivity, two LCD projectors with two 15-foot diagonal screens and a variety of decor options.
The Dining Center Banquet Hall includes state-of-the-art technology for presentations, wireless internet, banquet-style seating for 250, theater-style seating for 400, dividable space to allow for two venues, computer network access with up to 200 physical ports of connectivity, two LCD projectors with two 15-foot diagonal screens and a variety of decor options.
| Varied SQ FT | 70 Classroom Style | 16 Conference Style | image | image
The Academic Center is a great location for a professional seminars, break out meetings or socials. The Building includes small boardrooms equipped with state of the art technology, classrooms with projectors and smart technology boards, a seminar style classroom that seats 70 and a learning commons/patio area that can be used for social events.
The Academic Center is a great location for a professional seminars, break out meetings or socials. The Building includes small boardrooms equipped with state of the art technology, classrooms with projectors and smart technology boards, a seminar style classroom that seats 70 and a learning commons/patio area that can be used for social events.
| 4312 SQ FT | image | image
Located in Robert Frost Hall, Walker Auditorium can accommodate up to 218 people. This auditorium is a great location for presentations, panel discussions, movie screanings, and training sessions. The room also features an adjecent lobby for socials, check-ins, small expo's and socials.
Located in Robert Frost Hall, Walker Auditorium can accommodate up to 218 people. This auditorium is a great location for presentations, panel discussions, movie screanings, and training sessions. The room also features an adjecent lobby for socials, check-ins, small expo's and socials.
| 1980 SQ FT | image
The Mara Lecture Hall, located in Webster Hall, is the second largest lecture hall on campus accommodating up to 147 guests. The space is great for presentations of any kind!
The Mara Lecture Hall, located in Webster Hall, is the second largest lecture hall on campus accommodating up to 147 guests. The space is great for presentations of any kind!
| 2592 SQ FT | 80 Banquet Style | image | image
Located in the Hospitality Building which also includes a state of the art restaraunt, classrooms and a boardroom, the Salons can accommodate up to 80 guests in seated recption style or up to 100 people seated theater style. This location is convertable so it can be used as one large space or two individual spaces making it ideal for any function. The Salons feature two LCD projectors and drop down projection screens making audio visual functions simple.
Located in the Hospitality Building which also includes a state of the art restaraunt, classrooms and a boardroom, the Salons can accommodate up to 80 guests in seated recption style or up to 100 people seated theater style. This location is convertable so it can be used as one large space or two individual spaces making it ideal for any function. The Salons feature two LCD projectors and drop down projection screens making audio visual functions simple.
| 13110 SQ FT | 600 Banquet Style | 2200 Conference Style | image | image
SNHU offers a variety of athletic facilities including baseball, softball, soccer/lacrosse fields, an outdoor track, a raquetball court, pool and two gymnasiums. The small gym includes a large stage and can accommodate 450 guests for a seated reception, while the fieldhouse gym includes built in bleachers and can accommodate up to 750 guests at a seated reception.
SNHU offers a variety of athletic facilities including baseball, softball, soccer/lacrosse fields, an outdoor track, a raquetball court, pool and two gymnasiums. The small gym includes a large stage and can accommodate 450 guests for a seated reception, while the fieldhouse gym includes built in bleachers and can accommodate up to 750 guests at a seated reception.
Food + Beverage
Food + Beverage
Availability
Catering
SNHU offers catering services and a diversified menu that will complete any event from a boxed lunch to a presidential dinner. Be sure to look at their sample catering menu under the catering tab.Dining Options
| Seating Capacity: 470 | image
Opened year round SNHU's Dining Center offers a wide-variety of culinary options ranging from exotic international dishes at the new Euro to succulent burger options at the Mill City Grill. La Trattoria serves flat bread pizzas, quesadillas, and Panini’s. SNHU also has a variety of cafe's throughout campus in the Academic Center Complex, Student Center and Webster Hall.
For more information visit: http://www.dinesnhu.com/locations.html
Opened year round SNHU's Dining Center offers a wide-variety of culinary options ranging from exotic international dishes at the new Euro to succulent burger options at the Mill City Grill. La Trattoria serves flat bread pizzas, quesadillas, and Panini’s. SNHU also has a variety of cafe's throughout campus in the Academic Center Complex, Student Center and Webster Hall.
For more information visit: http://www.dinesnhu.com/locations.html
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Our onsite catering service, Flavours by Sodexo, will enhance any event. The friendly and professional staff can create meals from a box lunch to a plated meal. Guests can also choose to use the University Café which offers a number of selections. Sodexo works hard to create a custom menu at a reasonable price.
For menu options please view: https://snhu.catertrax.com/
Our onsite catering service, Flavours by Sodexo, will enhance any event. The friendly and professional staff can create meals from a box lunch to a plated meal. Guests can also choose to use the University Café which offers a number of selections. Sodexo works hard to create a custom menu at a reasonable price.
For menu options please view: https://snhu.catertrax.com/
Location
Location + Transportation
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Nearby Airport
Manchester Boston Regional Airport - 15 minutesNearby Cities
Boston - 52 miles | Portland, ME - 94 miles | Providence, RI - 102Transportation + Parking
Nearby Attractions
Nearby Attractions
Nearby Attractions
Manchester is one of the largest and most dynamic cities in northern New England. With a population of just over 100,000, Manchester combines small-town charm with a lively cultural scene.
Go listen to music. We’re home to two orchestras, an opera company, and dozens of nightclubs. Go shopping. Stores here range from upscale boutiques to funky thrift stores—and there’s no sales tax. Go out to eat. Downtown Manchester boasts more than 70 restaurants.
Go cheer for a local sports team. We’re home to the Fisher Cats baseball team. Go fishing, go for a hike, or go skiing. Manchester has it all.
Check out these great attractions:
SNHU Arena
Palace Theatre
Currier Museum of Art
McIntyre Ski Area
Vertical Dreams Indoor Climbing Gym
Mel's Fun Way Park
Chucksters
Bowling(10 Pin and Candlepin available)
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Only an hour away is the bustling city of Boston! Hosting over 12 million annual visitors from across the country and around the globe. This vibrant, thriving city is renowned for its cultural facilities, champion sports franchises, as well as its place at the very forefront of American history. Tourism is one of New England's largest industries; as the region's social and commercial "hub", Boston is willing to accommodate and entertain you as few other cities can.
Only an hour away is the bustling city of Boston! Hosting over 12 million annual visitors from across the country and around the globe. This vibrant, thriving city is renowned for its cultural facilities, champion sports franchises, as well as its place at the very forefront of American history. Tourism is one of New England's largest industries; as the region's social and commercial "hub", Boston is willing to accommodate and entertain you as few other cities can.
Services
Services
Services
Feel at ease the day of your event with the help of our experienced event planning team. From small details to large details let our staff help you along the way. Coordination includes helping to ensure the event schedule runs smoothly, setting up center pieces or linens before the event and much more.
Our campus includes 24 hour security throughout the campus and the option to hire extra security for events (at an hourly rate).
Find directional signage strategically placed around campus to get your guests to the right location.
Table skirting is avialable in black and brown for 8 ft. and 6 ft. tables as well as cabaret tables. Pipe and Drape is available in black in varying lengths and widths.
Technology
Technology
Equipment Available On-Site
Description
SNHU's facilities are outfitted with the latest in meeting technology. Each classroom is equipped with a computer teaching station, projector, and screen. Our audio-visual staff can also offer teleconferencing services, video recording, and live streaming. Don't let the day of details get you nervous either, a member of our audio-visual team will be there to assist you!Technology
Media Services offers a number of packages and resources to complete any event. Our in-house staff can accommodate all of your technology needs.
- Portable 72" Screen
- Wired/Wireless/Lavilier Microphones
- Dell Laptop
- Up-lighting
- Custom gobo
- Polycom video conferfencing system
- Digital Audio Recording
- Tech support (hourly)
- And much more!
The Dining Center Banquet Hall, lecture halls, auditorium, boardrooms and classrooms are furnished with drop down projector screens, computers and multiple lighting settings.
Testimonials
Testimonials
Need to hold a meeting? Have it at SNHU. From reserving the room to getting the equipment connected and access to the internet, couldn't be easier, couldn't be better. Holly and her crew are the best.
February 2020
The New Hampshire Master Gardener’s Association, an affiliate of UNH cooperative extension, had held its annual Welcome Spring Symposium in a NH conference center for 8 years, until this year. The cost there had gotten prohibitively high for our non-profit. After our 2013 symposium we searched for a new venue that would allow us to have a location where all could assemble for a keynote speaker and then have breakouts all day for smaller group sessions. We settled on SNHU for our March 22nd, 2014 symposium. We were not disappointed!! SNHU provided us with the Walker Auditorium that had fantastic acoustics and state-of-the art audio visual equipment in both the auditorium and all the rooms we used. The student AV assistance they provided us for the day was top notch. The food provided was not only delicious, the presentation was beautiful and the food servers were very attentive. Denise, the SNHU conference manager, had everything arranged as we had requested when our delegation arrived early in the morning, from lobby table arrangements to easels. It takes a great team to pull off a flawless conference and SNHU certainly provides that! Thanks SNHU! - March 25, 2014
"We had our wedding in the banquet center at SNHU in August 2013. Kelly was fantastic to work with! She took care of everything including all the little details – from ordering rentals, to working with A/V to perfect the turquoise uplighting (which they made a custom color for us to match), to helping us set up the room the night before and calm our nerves. I would recommend her to anyone. Linda was wonderful with the food as well and everyone was pleasantly surprised with the buffet. The room was huge and comfortably fit all our guests with plenty of room for dancing and moving around. The bartender was efficient and knowledgable. Thank you for assisting with our special day, it couldn't have been better!"
Last evening was pretty seamless! The signage was easily readable despite the heavy rains. Jason was there on time to make sure we had everything we needed. The table set up was just what we wanted. The room and facilities were super clean! It was terrific. We are looking forward to our next meeting there in September! July 9, 2013
Our group, Weave A Real Peace, held our annual meeting in June, 2013, on the campus of SNHU. Right from the start, Kelly Haskell, the Summer Programs and Marketing Coordinator, was a joy to work with. She kept track of details, wasn't fazed by the inevitable changes, and was always willing to be flexible. There were no hidden or additional charges. The food was healthy and plentiful; the rooms were clean; the meeting spaces, both formal and informal, were just what we needed. I would highly recommend SNHU as a meeting place. June, 2013
"Southern New Hampshire University was the perfect venue for our inaugural Reason to Hope breakfast event. Kelly and her team were so easy to work with. All of the details were expertly handled from the timing of the food service with our program to the outstanding AV capabilities. Breakfast was delicious and I look forward to working with them in the future." May 16, 2013
Too often we don't take the time to celebrate successes, but I wanted to be sure to touch base to tell you what a pleasure it was to work with Kelly Haskell on our two recent multi-day management training sessions in September and October at SNHU’s Hospitality Center. She made it a point to check in with the presenter each morning to be sure that all arrangements were in place as requested and address any issues that may have arisen the day prior. Her attention to detail, her pleasant, positive attitude and customer centric approach was delightful. The trainer commented that "...there were no glitches and working with Kelly was wonderful... There were no issues and at this point no room for improvement." Kelly truly went the extra mile to be certain that our event went well. As a result of this very positive experience, SNHU has certainly become a venue that I will consider again when planning off-site meetings. -October 17, 2013
