Oakland Center

312 Meadow Brook Rd, Rochester, MI
1,000 Capacity
The Oakland Center is the central gathering place at Oakland University — located on the former grounds of the Meadow Brook Estate. Surrounded by beautiful greenery, tranquil fountains, and our iconic campus clock tower, the Oakland Center offers a stunning mix of history, nature, and contemporary design. We're One-Stop Shop certified by the Association of Collegiate Conference and Event Directors-International (ACCED-I), offering in-house catering and full event support, making the Oakland Center the ultimate venue for any occasion. Whether you're here to study, grab a bite, or host an unforgettable event, the Oakland Center is where campus and community come together. ***Please note that all events must be covered by liability insurance of at least $1,000,000, with the certificate issued to Oakland University.*** ***Heads up! All communication regarding your reservation will be sent through an Oakland University email or phone number, so please keep an eye on those.***

Availability (Last updated 12/25)

Event Spaces

Ambassador Rooms
Ambassador Rooms
General Event Space
100 Capacity
Banquet Rooms
Banquet Rooms
Banquet Room
500 Capacity
Founders Ballrooms
Founders Ballrooms
General Event Space
1,000 Capacity
Gold Rooms
Gold Rooms
General Event Space
300 Capacity
Lake Erie
Lake Erie
General Event Space
32 Capacity
Lake Huron
Lake Huron
General Event Space
32 Capacity
Lake Michigan
Lake Michigan
General Event Space
32 Capacity
Lake Superior
Lake Superior
General Event Space
48 Capacity
Mackinac Room
Mackinac Room
Fixed Board Room
16 Capacity
Meeting Rooms
Meeting Rooms
Fixed Board Room
16 Capacity
The Grizz Den
The Grizz Den
General Event Space
The Habitat
The Habitat
General Event Space

Additional Info

Venue Types
Amenities
  • ADA/ACA Accessible
  • On-Site Catering Service
  • Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
  • Max Number of People for an Event: 1000
  • Number of Event/Function Spaces: 18
  • Total Meeting Room Space (Square Feet): 200,000
  • Year Renovated: 2018