McNamara Alumni Center

McNamara Alumni Center A stunning Minneapolis special event venue and conference center. In 2019, 731 meetings and events were held here!

Featured in a national car commercial and MTV music video, the McNamara Alumni Center is an architectural gem on the Minneapolis campus of the University of Minnesota. With ten versatile rooms, all on the first floor, the conference center is a popular Minneapolis meeting, wedding reception and special event venue. Voted Best University Venue by Minnesota Meetings & Events magazine, Best High Tech

Venue by Unique Venues and a Top 50 Places to Get Married in the US by Brides magazine, McNamara has many conveniences, including tunnel connections to an adjacent 500-car parking ramp and hotel, quick highway access and award-winning D’Amico Catering onsite.

Planning a wedding for Fall 2026 doesn't have to be scary. 👻 McNamara Alumni Center has availability for Saturday, Octob...
06/13/2026

Planning a wedding for Fall 2026 doesn't have to be scary. 👻 McNamara Alumni Center has availability for Saturday, October 31st and we've got your back when it comes to making your day perfect. Contact us today and mention this post for $500 off your wedding venue package.

📸: Bella Cattura Studios

First stop, registration ✔️ Impress your guests and start your celebration off the right way with a dedicated room for r...
06/10/2026

First stop, registration ✔️ Impress your guests and start your celebration off the right way with a dedicated room for registration and check in. When you book an event at McNamara, your Event Coordinator will work with you on what we've seen work best and give our recommendations to help your event succeed. ⭐️

The Johnson Great Room is a unique space to mix and mingle for a reception of around 150 guests. Wow your guests with th...
06/08/2026

The Johnson Great Room is a unique space to mix and mingle for a reception of around 150 guests. Wow your guests with the stunning golden wooden ceiling, dramatic copper wall, and cozy fireplace. Contact us today for availability ➡ https://mac-events.org/

📸: Parsell Photography

Sparks fly ✨✨✨ Plan your perfect day surrounded by your loved ones at McNamara Alumni Center. With three different weddi...
06/08/2026

Sparks fly ✨✨✨ Plan your perfect day surrounded by your loved ones at McNamara Alumni Center. With three different wedding packages depending on your guest count, we have you covered!

📸: Rachel Lynn Photography - MN

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Our 10 unique rooms combined with our stellar team make the perfect place to host your next event. Contact u...
06/05/2026

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Our 10 unique rooms combined with our stellar team make the perfect place to host your next event. Contact us today for availability!

Bike to your event? Why not! It's World Bicycle Day and we love being on a campus that makes that a convenient travel op...
06/03/2026

Bike to your event? Why not! It's World Bicycle Day and we love being on a campus that makes that a convenient travel option to attend events at McNamara. With several bike racks around the building, the Green Line Light Rail, and bus stops all around us, your car doesn't have to be the only transportation option!

Love and togetherness are at the core of every wedding held at McNamara Alumni Center. This Pride Month, we celebrate ev...
06/01/2026

Love and togetherness are at the core of every wedding held at McNamara Alumni Center. This Pride Month, we celebrate every love story, every couple, and every beautiful beginning. Thank you for letting us be part of moments that matter. ❤️🏳️‍🌈

📸: Rachel Lahlum Photography

Wow your guests with a view to remember at your next Gala. The second projector and screen are just one of the complime...
05/29/2026

Wow your guests with a view to remember at your next Gala. The second projector and screen are just one of the complimentary perks for fundraising events held at McNamara Alumni Center. Contact us today to learn more about the other free offerings for Galas!

Graduation season is here! Did you know that Alumni Association members receive discounts on room rental and wedding pa...
05/28/2026

Graduation season is here! Did you know that Alumni Association members receive discounts on room rental and wedding packages at McNamara Alumni Center? Find more information here ➡ https://mac-events.org/partners/alumni-discounts/

Welcome to the team, Mia! We have a new Event Services Coordinator here at McNamara. Mia Johnson will be helping service...
05/26/2026

Welcome to the team, Mia!

We have a new Event Services Coordinator here at McNamara. Mia Johnson will be helping service the often multiple events happening in our 10 event spaces. With another busy month ahead of us, we're happy she's here!

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200 Oak Street SE
Minneapolis, MN
55455

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+16126249831

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