Plan an External Event
An external event is hosted by an external group such as a non-profit organization, company, government agency, or individual. These events include personal or business-related activities not affiliated with The Citadel.
Not sure if you are an external group?
Feel free to Contact Us to confirm your group type. Internal groups should visit the Internal Events page.
To rent an event venue:
To pay a venue rental fee:
To send us feedback:
External Event Services
Depending on the nature of the event, you may need to arrange for additional services.
Some of these event services are offered at The Citadel, while other services are provided by an outside equipment company. All vendor information must be on file with the Office of Event Management within 2 weeks of your event.
Room Setup
Standard indoor banquet tables and chairs (for indoor use only) are included in the venue rental.
Please Contact Us to finalize a floor plan!
Tables and chairs will be set per the approved floor plan. Any requests or changes made on the day of the event may result in overtime setup fees.
Catering
All food served at external events must be provided by The Citadel’s approved food service contractor.
Please Contact Us for catering information!
Bar Service
All beverages (including alcohol) served at external events must be provided by The Citadel’s approved beverage service contractor.
Security is required with alcoholic beverage service at the expense of the reserving external group. All security requests must be made at least 2 weeks prior to your event.
Please Contact Us for bar service and security information!
Multimedia
The Office of Event Management provides basic audiovisual equipment such as a portable speaker, microphones, projector, screen, aux and extensions cords.
If your external event requires more advanced multimedia services, please contact an outside equipment company.
Protection of Minors
If your external event primarily serves minors (children under 18) not accompanied by a parent or guardian, please complete a Protection of Minors Packet.
Email the completed packet to child.protection@citadel.edu at least 2 weeks prior to your event.
Sales and Solicitation
If you want to sell products (i.e. t-shirts, books) on The Citadel campus, please submit a Sales and Solicitation Form.
An approved Event Inquiry Form is needed is reserve space for sales and solicitation.