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The Fawcett Event Center
2400 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH
500 Capacity
$900 to $1,700 for 50 People
Full service conference, meeting, reception venue with our own onsite Chef and professional staff. We take are of it all, so you can enjoy your event. 20 flexible meeting spaces, with a theater that accommodates up to 500 guests, Ballroom up to 300 guests, plus multiple other event spaces, indoor and outdoor. Located on the campus of the Ohio State University with complimentary parking, free Wi FI and professional sales staff to plan out your details to ensure you have a terrific experience, no matter what type of event you are hosting.

The Fawcett Event Center

2400 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH
500 Capacity
$900 to $1,700 for 50 People
Full service conference, meeting, reception venue with our own onsite Chef and professional staff. We take are of it all, so you can enjoy your event. 20 flexible meeting spaces, with a theater that accommodates up to 500 guests, Ballroom up to 300 guests, plus multiple other event spaces, indoor and outdoor. Located on the campus of the Ohio State University with complimentary parking, free Wi FI and professional sales staff to plan out your details to ensure you have a terrific experience, no matter what type of event you are hosting.

Event Pricing

Catering Menus

500 people max
$18 - $34 per person

People Often Ask

No, outside food and beverage is not permitted at our facility. All catering, bar services, and meals must be provided through our in-house culinary and beverage services.
Our Ballroom rental includes tables, chairs, standard linens, centerpieces, full event setup and teardown, and complimentary parking for all of your guests.
Yes. Because we are located on the Ohio State University campus, we cannot host outside events on OSU home football game days. Bookings for dates in September, October, and November are subject to availability pending the release of the official Ohio State football schedule.
Yes, you are welcome to bring in an outside DJ or live band to perform at your event.
No, full event setup and teardown of our house tables, chairs, standard linens, and centerpiece accents are fully handled by our staff and included in your rental.

Event Spaces

Ballroom A, B, C, and D

Ballroom A, B, C, and D

Ballroom
340 Capacity
Conference Theater

Conference Theater

Auditorium
500 Capacity
Alumni Lounge

Alumni Lounge

Restaurant/Lounge
80 Capacity
Clinton Room

Clinton Room

General Event Space
130 Capacity
Delaware Room

Delaware Room

General Event Space
40 Capacity
Fairfield Room

Fairfield Room

General Event Space
35 Capacity
Franklin Room

Franklin Room

General Event Space
35 Capacity
Hamilton Room

Hamilton Room

General Event Space
Jefferson Room

Jefferson Room

General Event Space
20 Capacity
Monroe

Monroe

General Event Space
Highland

Highland

General Event Space
Club Room

Club Room

General Event Space
Hancock Room

Hancock Room

General Event Space
75 Capacity

Additional Info

Neighborhood
Venue Types
Amenities
  • ADA/ACA Accessible
  • On-Site Catering Service
  • Outdoor Function Area
  • Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
  • Max Number of People for an Event: 500
  • Number of Event/Function Spaces: 14
  • Total Meeting Room Space (Square Feet): 16,000
  • Year Renovated: 2017