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Facility Rentals & Reservations

Reserve space with Campus Recreation!

Looking for the perfect venue to host your next event? Our Campus Recreation facilities offer a versatile range of spaces to accommodate events of all sizes and types, including spacious gymnasiums, multi-purpose rooms, swimming pools, and outdoor fields. Whether you're planning a sports tournament, a corporate event, a birthday party, or a community gathering, we have the perfect spot for you.

Our goal is to assist you through the event planning process, help you navigate any campus or department policies and procedures, and ultimately provide your organization with the best possible event experience!

Please note – the primary purpose of Campus Recreation facilities is to provide recreational opportunities to UIC students, faculty/staff, and members, while also extending a warm welcome to residents of the Chicagoland area who are seeking recreational options.

For more info or questions please contact Phil Marcinek at pmarcine@uic.edu.

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Please familiarize yourself with the process and facility rental policies before submitting your request. Once a request has been submitted, a member of our staff will contact the event sponsor to clarify details, confirm availability, and provide additional instructions on how to fully confirm a reservation. Submitting a request does not guarantee availability or confirm a facility reservation. Requests are processed in the order in which they are received – you will be contacted within three business days of your request. In general, all of the following steps must be completed prior to a full reservation confirmation:

  1. Completion of facility reservation request form.
  2. Clarification of all event details, support services, and setup.
  3. Obtain all necessary event approvals.
  4. Sign facility reservation agreement or University contract.
  5. Payment of facility rental deposit, if applicable.
  6. Event walk-through with facility manager, if applicable. For more intricate rentals, an onsite walk-through may be required.
  7. Completion of all final reservation arrangements:
    • Signed agreement or fully executed contract
    • Method of final payment
    • Participant list
    • Setup details finalized
  8. Protection of Minors paperwork, if applicable.

Facility Rental Request Form

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All rates listed are hourly. Additional fees will apply for equipment, programs, and staff.