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NIU Conference Centers Meeting & Event Venues
Located in DeKalb, Naperville & Rockford, IL
Hosting Daily | Meetings, Special Events + Weddings

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

16/09/2025

Celebrate milestones—graduations, retirements, anniversaries—in a space that feels as special as the moment itself. Altgeld Hall’s unique architecture provides the perfect backdrop.

📸 - REM Video & Photography, Inc.

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👉Event Planning Tip: Always ask about “included amenities.” At NIU venues, you’ll always have FREE standard A/V included...
15/09/2025

👉Event Planning Tip: Always ask about “included amenities.” At NIU venues, you’ll always have FREE standard A/V included and our experienced team to walk you through each part of your planning process—🙌no surprises.

13/09/2025

Rain or shine? Your wedding will be gorgeous at BAVC DeKalb..

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Host your holiday party, gala, or milestone event at BAVC in DeKalb. Our flexible event spaces and staff expertise make ...
13/09/2025

Host your holiday party, gala, or milestone event at BAVC in DeKalb. Our flexible event spaces and staff expertise make planning easy—and unforgettable. 🎉

Impress your team with a seamless meeting experience. NIU Naperville provides tech-ready spaces, free parking, and on-si...
12/09/2025

Impress your team with a seamless meeting experience. NIU Naperville provides tech-ready spaces, free parking, and on-site support staff to keep your meeting on track.

11/09/2025
Working local caterer My Chef Catering is always a pleasure! Delicious food and outstanding service is guaranteed! Clien...
10/09/2025

Working local caterer My Chef Catering is always a pleasure! Delicious food and outstanding service is guaranteed! Clients are always thrilled.

■ Event Planning Tip: Always ask about “included amenities.” At NIU venues, you’ll always have free parking and standard...
03/09/2025

■ Event Planning Tip: Always ask about “included amenities.” At NIU venues, you’ll always have free parking and standard A/V included—no surprises. 😎

Happy Labor Day! Cheers to rest, relaxation, and time with loved ones. 🛋️☀️
01/09/2025

Happy Labor Day! Cheers to rest, relaxation, and time with loved ones. 🛋️☀️

If your wedding guests will be traveling out of state or away from home, it’s likely they’ll need hotel accommodations n...
28/08/2025

If your wedding guests will be traveling out of state or away from home, it’s likely they’ll need hotel accommodations near the venue. Help your guests plan ahead and save money by booking a hotel room block!

Hotel blocks make it easier, faster and cheaper for guests to reserve a room to attend your special day. Check out The Knot’s guide to reserving hotel room blocks, so you and your guests can relax!

Don't forget we have a hotel right on our NIU DeKalb Campus! Perfect for your NIU DeKalb Ceremony + Reception!

📸 = Chrissy Deming Photography
https://www.theknot.com/content/hotel-room-blocks-101

HAPPY NATIONAL DOG DAY TO YOU AND US! 🐾🐶💕
26/08/2025

HAPPY NATIONAL DOG DAY TO YOU AND US! 🐾🐶💕

22/08/2025

Make sure your Meeting and Event attendees are well-fed with NIU's Catering Packages and Special Event Menues. 🎵🎶We make it E-A-S-Y!... 🎵🎶

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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