Meetings & Special Events
Set the Stage for Success
The Durham Performing Arts Center is a state-of-the-art, full-service facility that is ready to host your next event. Whether you need a home for a reception, meeting, conference, new product launch or other special event, our staff has the experience, skill and customer-driven philosophy to make your production a smash success.
We’ll assist you with everything needed for a great event including catering services, audio/visual equipment, room set up designs, special themed decorations and any other request that will help make your next event a memorable success. We also have access to specially qualified vendors that can provide tents, flowers, ice sculptures, and superstar entertainment.
Available Rental Spaces
Performance Theatre
The atmosphere inside DPAC is contemporary, yet comfortable with vibrant red carpeting and warm wood accents. There are over 2,700 seats distributed on three levels (1,400 on the orchestra floor, 600 in the Grand Tier, and 700 in the Balcony) with the furthest seat only 135 feet from the center stage.
BlueCross BlueShield of NC Atrium
A perfect setting for catered events, the dramatic three-story glass-walled lobby offers over 15,000 square feet of event space for gatherings up to 1,000 guests.
Mildred and Dillard Teer Stage
Our 6,000 square foot stage doubles as a unique meeting, reception or party space and offers the magic of being onstage for groups of up to 500 guests.
Skyline Lounge
With a dramatic view of the Downtown Durham and the American Tobacco District, the Skyline Lounge is perfect for smaller events of up to 200 guests.
Capitol Broadcasting Plaza
This festive outdoor space features the Plensa Light sculpture and can accommodate up to 1,500 guests for small festivals, outdoor performances, and pre-show gatherings.
President’s Club Lounge
This area serves as the only “closed door” meeting space at DPAC. Used exclusively for our VIP clientele/ Patrons/ guests on show nights. The presidents club is great for business meetings or an intimate gathering.