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About U. C. Chesapeake Ballroom
Welcome to the U. C. Chesapeake Ballroom, a versatile on-campus venue at the University of Maryland Baltimore County. Located in the University Center, 3rd Floor (Ballroom) within the Commons, this space supports a variety of events—from student gatherings like Big Breakfast & Bingo and the Asian Cultural Celebration & Awards to academic conferences. Whether you’re planning a conference, lecture, reception, or cultural event, we’ve got you with reliable access, clear seating configurations, and practical logistics in Baltimore, MD.
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Venue details: U. C. Chesapeake Ballroom sits on the UMBC campus with flexible configurations to suit your event. Capacities vary by layout: theater style up to 450, banquet up to 320, classroom up to 150, and the Ballroom Lounge up to 75. When you’re ready to book, we’ll help you navigate setup, AV requirements, and seating arrangements to fit your program.
Parking and transit: Visitor parking is available in the Commons Garage, Lot 9, and the Walker Avenue Garage. Pay-to-park options apply, with some free after-hours parking. UMBC Parking Services can confirm current rates and policies. For getting around campus and beyond, UMBC Transit and nearby CityLink Yellow serve the area, with campus shuttles and regional bus routes connecting to wider transit networks.
Nearby hotels and dining: The Westin Baltimore Washington Airport – BWI is a common nearby option for attendees traveling from out of town, with other hotels accessible around the BWI Airport area. We can share affiliate-friendly hotel partners and nearby dining options to simplify your planning, ensuring you’ve got reliable options close to campus.
Notable events: Beyond classroom use, the ballroom hosts UMBC student events, cultural celebrations, and conferences such as McNair Scholars events, reflecting its role as a versatile community hub on campus.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location and address: University Center, 3rd Floor (Ballroom) in the Commons area, University of Maryland Baltimore County, 1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD 21250.
- Capacity and configurations: Theater style up to 450; Banquet up to 320; Classroom up to 150; Ballroom Lounge up to 75.
- Parking: Visitor parking available in Commons Garage, Lot 9, and Walker Avenue Garage; pay-to-park options with some free after-hours parking; UMBC Parking Services details apply.
- Transit: Serviced by UMBC Transit and nearby CityLink Yellow; campus shuttles and bus routes connect to regional transit.
- Nearby hotels: The Westin Baltimore Washington Airport – BWI is a common nearby option for events; others exist around BWI Airport area.
- Notable events hosted: UMBC student events (e.g., Big Breakfast & Bingo), Asian Cultural Celebration & Awards, and academic conferences (e.g., McNair Scholars events).
- Renaming note: The on-campus arena formerly known as UMBC Event Center was renamed Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena in 2021; the University Center Ballroom itself remains in active use.