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About U Of I Ballroom

The U Of I Ballroom, known as the International Ballroom within the Iowa Memorial Union (IMU), is a versatile event space on the University of Iowa campus. Located at 125 North Madison Street in Iowa City, this on-campus venue supports a range of seating configurations from intimate to expansive, with capacities approximately 220 to 700 depending on layout. It’s a popular choice for weddings, conferences, large performances, and campus gatherings such as Borderless events. When planning your event, consider seating options, parking, transit, and nearby accommodations to ensure a smooth experience for your guests.

We’ve got you covered with reliable, straightforward help: secure your seats, understand the venue's layout, and make smart choices about where to stay and dine nearby. Whether you’re organizing a large gala or a mid-size conference, the IMU International Ballroom is designed to adapt to your needs.

Venue spaces at the University of Iowa extend beyond the IMU, including the Theatre Building—which houses Mabie Theatre (457 seats), David Thayer Theatre (144–172 seats), and Alan MacVey Theatre (138 seats). These spaces add flexible staging options for performances and productions. Parking is available in the IMU parking ramp and adjacent lots, with limited short-term spots on Madison Street. Transit on campus is convenient via CAMBUS, which provides free fixed-route service and on-demand options. For your stay nearby, consider Graduate Iowa City (Graduate by Hilton) at 210 South Dubuque Street, walkable to campus and many event venues. Below are practical details to help you plan a successful visit, plus recommended hotels and dining to pair with your event.

If you’re booking through our trusted affiliates, we’ll guide you to suitable hotels and restaurants in the area to enhance your trip and experience. For event planning, always confirm current capacities and layout specifics with the venue or your point of contact, as IMU spaces and University buildings occasionally update configurations for different events.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Primary on-campus ballroom reference: International Ballroom, Iowa Memorial Union (IMU), 125 North Madison Street, Iowa City, IA 52242.
  • International Ballroom capacity ranges from about 220 to 700 depending on seating layout; multiple layouts are supported.
  • IMU spaces information and capacities are published on the IMU Banquet and Ballroom Spaces page.
  • The Theatre Building on campus houses Mabie Theatre (457 seats), David Thayer Theatre (144–172 seats), and Alan MacVey Theatre (138 seats; Theatre B renamed in 2019).
  • The Theatre Building address is 200 North Riverside Drive; Theatre B was renamed Alan MacVey Theatre in 2019.
  • Parking for IMU events: IMU parking ramp and adjacent lots; some short-term spots on Madison Street; Hubbard Park lot may be closed for renovations at times.
  • Transit: CAMBUS (UIowa’s campus transit) provides free fixed-route service on and around campus; there is on-demand CAMBUS service as well.
  • Nearby hotel: Graduate Iowa City (Graduate by Hilton) at 210 South Dubuque Street, within walking distance of campus.
  • Notable events: Borderless events (e.g., Borderless Big Ballroom Extravaganza, Oct 12, 2024) and UI theatre productions often use TB spaces or IMU ballrooms; IMU spaces are also used for weddings and large events.