Convocation Center

The Convocation Center is a multi-purpose facility with a modern design spread across multiple levels and offering spacious event areas. The main floor features flexible layouts that can be reconfigured for different types of events, from concerts to sports competitions.

The facility opened in 2002 as a major investment for the university. Its construction marked one of the largest single capital improvements in the institution's history.

The center serves as a gathering place for performances and community events, used by students and residents for concerts, theater, and sports throughout the year. It functions as a focal point where people come together to share experiences that matter to them.

The building offers multiple access points and ample parking for visitors arriving by car. It helps to check event schedules and availability in advance to plan your visit effectively.

One area of the facility features a distinctive hardwood floor made from northern timber and can be divided into two separate event spaces. This flexibility allows different events to happen simultaneously in the same building.

Location: Illinois

Inception: August 30, 2002

Official opening: August 30, 2002

Capacity: 10000

Website: http://convocenter.niu.edu

GPS coordinates: 41.93510,-88.78560

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:02