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Located in DeKalb, Naperville & Rockford, IL
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Host exciting and productive meetings and events at our Northern Illinois University Conference Centers located in Naperville, Rockford and DeKalb, Illinois. Whether your team is looking to create groundbreaking ideas and initiatives, inspire attendees to excel to new heights, celebrate recent corporate victories or map out strategies to conquer new markets, our three locations offer abundance of

options for both meetings and special events. Locations Include:

NIU Naperville, easily accessible from Interstates 88 and 355, just 27 miles from both O'Hare International Airport and Midway International Airport, and less than five miles from the Metra Train Station

NIU Rockford, conveniently located 60 miles northwest of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 16 miles south of the Wisconsin state line, 14 miles from Chicago Rockford International Airport and 40 miles east of Freeport

NIU DeKalb, our main campus is located 63 miles southwest of Chicago O'Hare International Airport and easily accessible from major highways. Our meeting rooms offer large windows and ample sun-light to keep your group awake and energized, and our special event spaces are both elegant and affordable. We also offer first-class planning services, attractive meeting packages with full-service catering and onsite A/V and support. You can host s stellar event that fits even the most modest budget. Discover why NIU Conference Centers are perfect for northern Illinois conferences, meetings and special events. Take advantage of our unparalleled locations, flexible venues and comprehensive conference services. Fill out an online Online Request for Information or call
1-866-753-0010. Online Request for Information: https://www.niu.edu/conferencecenters/rfp/index.shtml

12/11/2024

Sometimes, a change of scenery is all you need. Focus and maximize your team’s productivity in NIU Rockford’s comfortable and adaptable meeting spaces.
https://www.niu.edu/conference-event-services/meetings/rockford/event-spaces.shtml

11/11/2024

To all that have served or currently serving. Thank you and Happy Veterans Day!

08/11/2024

3. Venue extras make a big difference! What on-site amenities do you value most at events?
a. Comfortable lounge areas
b. Quiet zones for focused work
c. Wellness activities like yoga or meditation
d. Childcare services

07/11/2024

We have a very exciting announcement! 🥁please...
NIU's Gina Kenyon and Bernie Luecke will be attending the Holiday Showcase 2024- Booth #750. They never get tired of photos or autographs, just ask! 😉

05/11/2024

Holiday party elegance awaits! The venues at NIU DeKalb make a beautiful backdrop for massive gatherings, intimate affairs and everything in between.
https://www.niu.edu/conference-event-services/meetings/bavc/event-spaces.shtml

01/11/2024

It’s the Season of Giving! Adding a philanthropic initiative into your corporate or industry event allows you to do good and do well at the same time. Encourage your attendees to give back with these authentic event suggestions.
https://micebook.com/blog/2023/04/18/how-to-authentically-incorporate-a-charitable-aspect-into-your-events/

31/10/2024

Happy Howl-o-ween Everyone! Hope your day is filled with only treats! 👻

29/10/2024

There are so many great things to celebrate. You just need space.

We got you! NIU has beautiful venues for rent in DeKalb, Naperville, and Rockford, for every occasion.

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30/09/2024

Ahh, September…we will miss you. NIU Naperville, you are pretty inside and out! 😍 Yay, Fall! 🍁

24/09/2024

Beautiful celebration at NIU Altgeld Hall. Always stunning 😍😍😍

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19/09/2024

We are looking for someone to join our Team at our NIU Rockford location. We hope it is you! Learn more about the job- go.niu.edu/rockfordjob

#815

04/09/2024

Today, our Team attended NIU's Student Involvement Fair AND we will be here TOMORROW - Sept. 5th- MLK Commons from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Stop by our table and learn more about us! We also have some sweet SWAG! ❤️🖤

02/09/2024

Happy Labor Day Everyone! Many thanks to our team, vendors, and clients. We hope you have a relaxing day!

16/08/2024

🌟 Did you know? Our venues have free standard AV, onsite tech support, and WIFI to keep your presentations smooth and your team connected. Check out our amenities and plan your next event with us! 🎤💻

15/08/2024

We ❤️ Rockford! Happy 815 Day Everyone! 🥳

08/08/2024

✨ Planning an event? Here are our top 3 tips: 1) Define your goals. 2) Choose the right space. 3) Plan the details. Need help with any of these? We’re here to assist! 📋✅ P.S. 📸Don't forget to capture the moment!

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06/08/2024

🌟See why our clients rave about us! 💬❤️

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A very Happy Birthday to NIU Naperville’s Tyrrell! Congrats. on another trip around the ☀️!

The holiday season is just around the corner, and it’s time to start planning your annual work party! Step one - select a date and call venues for availability. Check out the stunning Altgeld Hall on the NIU DeKalb Campus. Simply magical!✨✨✨ . . #holiday #holiday2024 #dekalb #deklabillinois #niu #northernillinois #northernillinoisuniversity #venue #partyideas #partyplanning #partyplanner

NIU can help your meeting, conference or special event with onsite or online registration. We can do this at an NIU venue or anywhere in the 🌎. Don’t stress, we got you! . . #conference #registration #naperville #napervilleillinois #niu #niuhuskies #northernillinoisuniversity

Amazing indeed! NIU Naperville hosted the Railroad, Prototype, Modelers (RPM) Conference 2024 last weekend at NIU Naperville. The details are pretty amazing! #train #modeltrains #modelers #brassmodeltrains #brasstrains

Hey Rockford- Looking for a fabulous venue for this year’s holiday party? We do both corporate and family parties at our NIU venues including- DeKalb, Naperville AND Rockford. We decorate, coordinate catering and YOU tell us how many are coming. Now that’s sounds brilliant! #rockfordbuzz #rockford #rockfordillinois #rockfordil #niu #northernillinoisuniversity #niuhuskies #dekalb #deklabil #dekalbillinois #naperville #napervilleillinois #happyholidays #holidayseason #holidayevent #holidayvenue

NIU DeKalb has stunning venues for your ceremony, reception or both! 🥂 #niu #niudekalb #northernillinoisuniversity #dekalb #dekalbil #dekalbillinois #dekalbwedding #mydekalb #wedding #northernillinoisweddings #ido #

NIU Naperville Fall Vibes

Ahh, September…we will miss you. NIU Naperville, you are pretty inside and out! 😍 Yay, Fall! 🍁 #niu #northernillinoisuniversity #niuconferencecenter #NorthernIllinois #naperville #napervilleillinois #napervilleil #meeting #meetingandevents #fallvibes #fall #fall2024

You have a reason to celebrate, and we have a venue! Celebrating wins is motivating! We can help with a venue, food, and beverage! Our team makes it easy to recognize your team’s accomplishments! Check out the beautiful Ashelford Hall- BAVC - DeKalb! 🥂🎉

What says fall more than a 🌶️ Cook-off! NIU Rockford was host to this fun company outing. Looking for something fun to do with your team or client? NIU Rockford is your place! 😋 #niu #niurockford #niuconferencecenter #rockfordbuzz #rockford #rockfordillinois #rockfordil #gorockford #fallinrockford #rockfordregion #winnebagocounty #fallfavorites #chilli #chilicookoff

It doesn't feel like 🍁 but we think you will fall in love with our venues for your next meeting or event hosted at NIU 📍DeKalb, Naperville and Rockford #napervillemeetings #napervilleILEvents #napervilleNetworking #dekalbil #dekalbmeetings #dekalbILEvents #dekalbnetworking #rockfordmeetings #rockfordILEvents@#rockfordillinois #rockfordnetworking

Wishing a very Happy Birthday to one of our favorite team members at NIU Rockford! Congrats. Bradford on another trip around the ☀️ 🎂 🎉

Meetings, Training, Team Building Events are all investments with positive returns! NIU Conference Centers are convenient and versatile locations to host these types of events. Our Team can help you make it happen. Our venues are located in DeKalb,Naperville, and Rockford!

Game Day and BAVC is hosting a party- President’s Pre Game reception for first NIU home football game. And can you spy our Conference and Event Services team member Jenna with the NIU Silverettes. Go NIU! ♥️🖤

Congrats to Sandra on your retirement from NIU Rockford! We will miss you but cannot wait to hear all about your adventures! 🥰

Our very own Gina was on the road this week in Milwaukee, WI to attend @connectmeetings and share information and ideas about NIU’s fabulous meeting/event spaces and our Registration Services.

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Host exciting and productive meetings and events at our Northern Illinois Conference Centers. Create groundbreaking ideas and initiatives. Inspire your attendees to excel to new heights. Celebrate recent corporate victories and map out strategies to conquer new markets. For exciting and productive meetings and events, rely on NIU Conference Centers.

NIU DeKalb, is our main campus and is located 60 miles due west of downtown Chicago. Our main campus has both meeting and special event spaces for both work or personal celebrations. NIU Hoffman Estates, located in the northwest suburbs, 30 miles from downtown Chicago, easily accessible from Interstate 90 and 18 miles from O'Hare International Airport NIU Naperville, easily accessible from Interstates 88 and 355, just 27 miles from both O'Hare International Airport and Midway International Airport, and less than five miles from the Metra Train Station NIU Rockford, Conveniently located 60 miles northwest of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 16 miles south of the Wisconsin state line, 14 miles from Chicago Rockford International Airport and 40 miles east of Freeport NIU's IACC approved conference centers help you host a brilliant function, within an enriching environment dedicated to multimedia learning and education. Sun-lit meeting rooms keep your group awake and energized, while ergonomic chairs make sitting through speeches and marathon seminars easy on your attendees. First-class planning services and attractive meeting packages allow you to host a stellar event that fits even the most modest budget. Discover why NIU Conference Centers are perfect for northern Illinois conferences, meetings and events. Take advantage of our unparalleled locations, flexible venues and comprehensive conference services. Fill out an online Online Request for Information or call 1-866-753-0010. Online Request for Information: http://eloqua.niu.edu/forms/OCRFPLandingPage