Convene.
Stay.
Explore.
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Host an event
Plan your next event, conference, or program with us.
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Bring your summer program
Experience Penn’s vibrant campus and access housing, dining and event services.
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Live on campus for the summer
Enjoy convenient summer housing and amenities.
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Work at Hospitality Services
Join our team working in a dynamic campus environment.
Penn Hospitality Services is your premier choice for full-service event planning, conferences, and programs - plus convenient on-campus accommodations.
Get personalized support from our experienced event coordinators at every step.
Why Penn?
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Rich History
Founded in 1740, Penn is one of the nation’s oldest universities, with a legacy of innovation and excellence. Hosting your event here means becoming part of a tradition that has shaped leaders and ideas for centuries.
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Picturesque Campus & Landmark Architecture
Penn’s campus blends Ivy League charm with modern elegance. From iconic buildings to scenic green spaces, our venues provide a stunning and inspiring setting for any event.
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Venues & Accommodations
With flexible venues and comfortable accommodations, Penn offers the perfect space for conferences, meetings, and programs of any size—all in the heart of Philadelphia.
The conference planning and coordination expertise you need.
Leave the details—from planning and move-in to the finishing touches—to our team.
Venues to Convene
Host your event in one of Penn’s versatile venues, from grand auditoriums and elegant banquet halls to modern and collaborative meeting spaces. Equipped with the latest technology and supported by our staff, our spaces are designed to accommodate gatherings of all types.
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Places to Stay
Whether you're attending a multi-day conference, participating in a summer-long program, or visiting as a scholar, Penn offers housing options for professionals, scholars and summer campers.
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Explore Philadelphia
Experience the culture, history, and energy of Philadelphia while hosting your event at Penn. From world-class museums and historic landmarks to top dining and entertainment, the city offers endless opportunities to enjoy.
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Dining & Shopping
Enjoy dining on campus, try a new restaurant in University City, or visit shops on campus and in the Greater Philadelphia area.
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Arts & Culture
Take in the many Arts & Culture institutions on campus or take a short ride into the city to visit some of Philadelphia's cultural attractions. Spend time visiting the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the Franklin Museum, and much more.
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Getting Around
Penn is blocks from 30th Street Station and minutes, by taxi or train, from the Philadelphia International airport.
Bring your event to the University of Pennsylvania
