Host Your Event at RIC

Gaige Hall Auditorium

Versatile Spaces. Exceptional Events.

The RIC campus offers a variety of spaces suited to gatherings of all sizes and requirements. Our team is here to help you choose the right venue and provide support with planning, promotion, and catering to ensure your event’s success.

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Versatile Spaces. Exceptional Events.

The RIC campus offers a variety of spaces suited to gatherings of all sizes and requirements. Our team is here to help you choose the right venue and provide support with planning, promotion, and catering to ensure your event’s success.

Contact Us

Accessible and Convenient

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Centrally located in Rhode Island's capital city, RIC’s 180-acre campus offers big-city advantages for anyone hosting an event. Rhode Island College is only minutes away from downtown Providence, a half-hour drive from Newport, an hour drive from Boston and a three-hour drive from New York City. With its prime location and easy access for guests near and far, RIC is the perfect place to bring your next event to life.

Sapinsley Hall auditorium

Spaces That Meet Your Needs

  • Auditorium, seating 340 – Gaige Hall 100
  • Auditorium/concert shell, seating 422 – Sapinsley Hall
  • Auditorium, seating 943 – Roberts Hall Auditorium
  • Dining Facility, seating 750 – Donovan Dining Center
  • Multipurpose Room – Alger Hall 110
  • Multipurpose Room, seating 80 – Gaige Hall 200
  • Theater, seating 200 – Helen Forman Theatre
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Let's Start Planning!

If you believe one of these spaces may be the right fit, or if you'd like more information, we’d love to connect with you. Reach out today so we can begin planning your event—together.

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Numerous Services Offered

  • AV & Technology Support 
  • Furniture & Set-Up
  • Security, Parking & Safety Services
  • 4 Star Certified Green Catering
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View Our Catering Guide

We offer a wide variety of high-quality menu options, delivered with professionalism and care — all at competitive prices. Our Dining Services team appreciates your consideration and looks forward to helping make your event a success.

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College Events and Engagement

College Events and Engagement is a team of experienced event professionals available as a resource to on-campus and community event organizers.