Space Rentals & Options


With 50-plus event spaces to choose from, JWU’s Providence Campus is sure to work for your event— large or small.

From Corporate Lunches to Community Celebrations

No matter what type of event you’re planning, JWU Providence has more than 50 event spaces that can be tailored to fit your event. Big or small, simple or opulent — our Catering & Events team has you covered.

Explore Our Spaces for Rent

Below you’ll find a sampling of spaces. Please specify your event size in your email, and the Catering & Events team can provide space, parking options and pricing for review.

Cuisinart Center for Culinary Excellence (CCCE)

333 Shipyard Street
Providence, RI 02905

Located on the Harborside Campus, the CCCE provides sweeping views of Narragansett Bay and can accommodate seated and standing dining, awards and speaker events.

  • Lobby/atrium capacity: 150
  • Dining room capacity: 25-100
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Culinary Arts Museum

315 Harborside Boulevard
Cranston, RI 02905

The Culinary Arts Museum houses thousands of historic culinary and hospitality artifacts, offering a unique space for private events and gatherings.

Room capacity: Up to 330


Harbor View Patio

1150 Narragansett Boulevard
Cranston, RI 02905

The Harbor View Patio offers unobstructed views of Narragansett Bay and can host small to large events and gatherings. The large space can be tented to accommodate seasonal needs.

Room capacity: Up to 700+


Bayside Terrace

60 Harborside Boulevard
Cranston, RI 02905

Located on the Harborside Campus, Bayside Terrace offers guests a view of Narragansett Bay and the coastline. The large space can be tented to accommodate seasonal needs.

Capacity: Up to 700+

Aerial view of Bayside Terrace in Providence, R.I.

Rhode Island Room

1150 Narragansett Boulevard
Cranston, RI 02905

The Rhode Island Room is located inside Harbor View residence hall. The room’s floor-to-ceiling windows offer ample views to the bay, giving the space an elegant feel that makes it the perfect option for large or small events and gatherings.

Room capacity: 40-200

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Schneider Auditorium

Xavier Academic Complex
29 Claverick Street (accessible entrance)
Providence, RI 02903

Located on the Downcity Campus, Schneider Auditorium is an elegant venue with state-of-the-art facilities and acoustics, ideal for cultural events, performances and conferences.

Room capacity: 530, including balcony and floor seating

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Other Event Options

  • From tables to chairs, to tents and podiums, Catering & Events can ensure your event has the items you need.
  • Please specify your furniture or event needs in your email, and the Catering & Events team can provide options and pricing for review.

  • From microphones to confidence monitors, our spaces are fully equipped to bring your event vision to life.
  • Please specify your audiovisual needs in your email, and the Catering & Events team can provide options and pricing for review.

In the event you must cancel a planned event, contact your Catering & Events Manager as soon as possible. Further cancellation policy information is located on your catering contract.

Please inform your catering personnel if your event requires any allergen accommodations or dietary needs.

Start Planning

Our Catering & Events team is here to make your event seamless from start to finish. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a large-scale celebration, send us an email and we’ll work with you to create an experience tailored to your vision.

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