1. Why choose Stellenbosch
2. Neelsie Cinema
3. Konservatorium
4. Jan Mouton Learning Centre
5. Adam Small Theatre Complex
6. Van der Sterr Building
7. Chemistry Building
8. Sports Facilities
9. Bellpark Campus Main Building
10. Bellpark Campus van der Horst Building
11. Waldenhof & Crozierhof Apartments
12. Arts & Social Sciences Building
13. Stellenbosch University Botanical Gardens
14. GUS Gallery
15. JH Neethling Building
Stellenbosch University’s Central and Events Conference ce (CECO) is a professional support service and central point of contact for all your conferencing needs on campus.
Our capable team will see your project through from conception to completion. CECO can assist with project, legal and supplier management, l modelling, guest, and client communication, as well as conference logistics.
The fully furnished, centrally located, self-catering Waldenhof and Crozierhof apartments provide a practical and comfortable base from where visitors can explore and experience this gem of the Boland. Larger groups can also be accommodated in Stellenbosch University residences during the winter and summer university holidays and form part of our budget accommodation portfolio.
We facilitate the venue bookings and events management for all event types; seminars, workshops, conferences, sport events and shoots. Our facilities range from meeting rooms, academic spaces, world class theatres and outside spaces.
Are within walking distance of restaurants, shops and museums. Stellenbosch is only a 40-minute drive to Cape Town International Airport.
Outdoor & indoor spaces
In-house professional technical teams
State-of-the-art audio-visual equipment
Generators
Wi-Fi connectivity
Airconditioning
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This complex is nestled in the hub of the main campus in the Neelsie Student Centre. It boasts two theatres – a 121-seater and a 98-seater – both with a projector, powerful surround sound, lighting, and luxurious seats with fold-away writing tablets.
The auditorium is intimate enough for all types of celebrations and an ideal space to host a wide range of event types, including private screenings of films, corporate meetings, talks, workshops, lectures, fundraisers, launches, birthday parties (from kids to milestone celebrations), and so much more. Unique functions can be built around your needs.
Pax: 121-seater theatre | 98-seater theatre Foyer: 60
Use: Film screenings, conferences, lectures training, workshops, birthday parties
Amenities: Restroom, audiovisual equipment, air conditioning, lounge area & foyer, UPS, emergency generator, underground parking, green star rating, sustainability initiatives implemented.
BEHRENS FOYER Pax: 300
The foyer to the Endler hall boasts large murals by the late Larry Scully and has some marvellous views of the mountains surrounding Stellenbosch. The foyer can easily host up to 300 people.
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Use: Receptions, cocktail functions, exhibitions
Amenities: Kitchen, Wi-Fi, scenic views, wheelchair-friendly
Cocktail functions Pax: 200
CONCERT HALL Pax: 531
This majestic concert hall is perfect for a grand opening for your conference. 531 plush red chairs set a dramatic scene against a backdrop of a 2-story organ. The world-class acoustics are the result of this beautifully designed concert hall.
Use: Concerts, awards ceremonies, conference plenary and 6 break-out rooms.
Amenities: Wi-Fi, air conditioning, kitchen, parking, cocktail foyer, wheelchair-friendly
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Amenities: Kitchen, cocktail foyer, projector and screen, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, parking JANNASCH LECTURE HALL Pax: 125
The Jannasch lecture hall is an auditorium-style room with 180 seats. The hall is suitable for presentations, lectures and meetings and is supported by all the necessary multimedia technology.
CONSERVE LECTURE ROOM A221
CONSERVE LECTURE ROOM A214
Use: Lectures, training break-out room for conferences, seminars
FISMER MULTI-USE CONCERT HALL Pax: 180
The Fismer Hall is suited exceptionally for a smaller audience. The hall can seat 200 people when filled to capacity with loose chairs. Fitted with 60 fixed chairs, the hall also boasts a wooden sprung floor. The hall also boasts recording studio facilities and lighting to facilitate video recording.
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Use: Concerts, award ceremony, conference plenary, theatre shows
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This striking building is nestled in the heart of the Stellenbosch Campus, next to the Neelsie Student Center for all your shopping needs. The new building houses state-of-the-art technological infrastructure for future-orientated lectures, streaming, conferencing, and groupwork classes. Green star certification. Sustainability initiatives are implemented.
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Maximum capacity: 300
Use: Lectures, workshops, conference plenary, breakout rooms, small exhibitions, wheelchair-friendly, break-out rooms, 8 lecture halls, 2 large foyers and a balcony are available for your conference.
Amenities: Wi-Fi, aircon, built-in AV and standard sound, wheelchair friendly, balcony, scenic views, underground paid parking
A well-equipped and modern meeting room which features multi-media facilities and flexible seating and presentation arrangements.
Use: Workshops, small talks, book launches, meetings
Amenities: Parking, Wi-Fi, aircon, movable seating and desks, AV and sound system, movable lectern
The Adam Small Theatre Complex was recently renovated and now boasts world-class theatre and conference facilities. The Auditorium will provide a beautiful backdrop to your conference plenary. With racked theatre-style seating and a fixed stage, this space also includes stage lighting and a standard sound system.
Use: Concerts, Award ceremony, conference plenary with break-out rooms close by, theatre productions, ted-type talks
Amenities: Parking, Wi-Fi, aircon, stage lighting, red curtain, automated fly system, 4x dressing rooms, green room, wheelchair friendly
The space is appointed with modern conveniences while retaining the classic theatre air as heightened by the stained-glass window by Frank Sydney Spears. A large, bright area well-lent to events and functions with access to bar facilities and the main Auditorium, Laboratory, or Seminar room if required.
Use: Cocktail function, reception, talks and workshops, awards ceremony
Amenities: Courtyard garden access, Wi-Fi, parking, bar service,
Renovated after a devastating fire in 2015, this building can be the nucleus for your next conference with the plenary and break-out venues under one roof. It is in the center of campus, close to the student mall and within walking distance of the historic town center.
The Van der Sterr building has a Green Star certification and sustainability initatives are implemented.
Pax: 117-340 fixed classroom-style seating
Use: 7 lecture halls and a foyer with a coffee shop are available for your conference needs.
Amenities: Wi-Fi, air conditioning, in-house coffee shop, built-in room AV and standard sound, wheelchair-friendly, back-up power
Maximum capacity pax: 290
The first year chemistry building has Green Star certification. Sustainability initatives are implemented.
Two lecture halls for conference plenaries/parallel sessions.Two speaker holding rooms. Meeting room.
Use: Lecture halls for conferences/parallel sessions. Speaker holding rooms. Meeting room. Amenities: Wifi, air-conditioning, back-up power.
Pax: 5000
Use: Athletics, film shoots, open air events
Amenities: Full A-grade athletics track, 5 long jumps, 2 javelin run ups, 3 pole vault areas, 2 high jump areas, stadium clubhouse, locker rooms, admin office, physiotherapist facilities, referee and players areas entrance turnstiles, press box, timekeeping box, wheelchair accessible
Pax: 17000
Use: Rugby matches, football matches, open air events, start and finish for running races, film shoots
Amenities: Fixed stadium seating (open and undercover), bar facilities x3, food and service areas x 4, outside space for food vendors x 3, universal access including seating and bathroom, production office/voc, medical centre floodlights, 3 phase electricity, parking 300 bays, bus parking 9 bays, changerooms, bathrooms, showers, av and sound, livestreaming, stop and go area, shuttle services, electronic scoreboard, wheelchair accesible
Pax: 10x 50m lanes, 500 spectators
Use: Waterpolo, swimming galas, underwater hockey, synchronized swimming, film shoots
Amenities: Ablutions and change rooms, lane ropes, timing system, waterpolo goals, false start rope and flags, parking, wheelchair accessible
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Home of Stellenbosch Business School.The SBS is 60 years in existence and triple-accredited african business school focused on responsible leadership development. Located upon a hilltop in the Tyger Valley business district in northern Cape Town, Stellenbosch Business School provides students with access to world-class facilities and services. The campus is
halfway between the central business district of Cape Town and the university town of Stellenbosch.
3 star water rating certified by the City of Cape Town.
Venue capacity Pax: 6-150
• 3x fixed style auditorium venues
• 5x flat foor venues with flexible seating style
• 7x small break-away rooms
• 2x boardrooms
• 1x restaurant venue
Use: Launches, symposium, research days, meetings, cocktail functions, classes, conferences, cocktail foyer & catering restaurant.
Amenities: Wi-Fi, air conditioning, back-up power, AV equipment, wheelchair-friendly, exclusive use.
Home of Stellenbosch Business School.The SBS is 60 years in existence and triple-accredited african business school focused on responsible leadership development. Located upon a hilltop in the Tyger Valley business district in northern Cape Town, Stellenbosch Business School provides students with access to world-class facilities and services. The campus is halfway between the central business district of Cape Town and the university town of Stellenbosch.
3 star water rating certified by the City of Cape Town.
Pax: 40-112
• 2x fixed style seating Auditorium
• 6x Flat foor venues with flexible seating style
Use: Launches, symposium, research days, meetings, cocktail functions, classes, conferences, cocktail foyer & catering restaurant.
Amenities: Ample free parking available, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, back-up power, AV Equipment, wheelchair-friendly.
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Whether you visit the beautiful, historical university town of Stellenbosch for work or leisure, the fully furnished, self-catering Crozierhof and Waldenhof apartments provide a practical and comfortable base from where visitors can explore and experience this gem of the Boland.
Located in the heart of South Africa’s oldest town, the apartments offer ideal accommodation for guests, students’ parents, or a work base for visiting postgraduate students and lecturers. The apartments are within walking distance of restaurants, museums, shops and Stellenbosch University campus and botanical garden.
WALDENHOF & CROZIERHOF
Accommodation in the heart of Stellenbosch and within walking distance of main attractions.
Each Self-catering unit is fully equipped, including bedding and towels, and serviced regularly. Each unit comprises a lounge, bedrooms, bathroom and equipped kitchen.
Location: 22 Crozier Street, Stellenbosch. Within close walking distance from town centre and campus.
Crozierhof 1 is a three-bedroom apartment that can accommodate five guests.
Crozierhof 2 – 8 are two-bedroom apartments that can accommodate four guests.
Location: 4 Hofmeyr Street, Stellenbosch. Find this Stellenbosch accommodation within close walking distance from town centre and campus.
Waldenhof 1 – 8 and 10 are studio apartments and can accommodate two guests. Lounge area with bathroom and equipped kitchenette.
Waldenhof 9 is a two-bedroom apartment that can accommodate four guests. Lounge area with bathroom and equipped kitchen.
Open from 9.00 am to 4.30 pm Monday - Sunday
The building is home to the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, established as the Faculty of Arts in 1918 and was one of the first four buildings of the University and renamed in 2007 to include Social Sciences. This rich history and academic excellence make it a prestigious venue for any event.
Whether you're planning a conference, workshop, corporate function, or cocktail event, the Arts and Social Sciences Building offers the perfect setting. Its historic significance ensures a unique and memorable experience for all attendees making it an ideal choice for your next event.
This building can be the nucleus for your next conference with the plenary and break-out venues under one roof. Five large lecture halls and more than 10 smaller venues.
Capacity: 17 - 336 pax
Seating: Offers versatile seating styles: From Auditorium, Conference, U-shape and more.
Facilities: Five large lecture halls and more than 10 smaller venues.
Amenities: Wi-Fi, built in AV in room and standard sound, wheelchair friendly, air conditioning and back-up power.
Location: Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch Campus
THE FERN TERRACE (Capacity 20 pax)
A light, airy space adorned with seasonal blooms, perfect for gatherings that embrace nature's charm. Ideal for small events, The Fern Terrace offers and enchanting backdrop that brings your celebration to life.
Amenities: Wi-Fi, air conditioning, back-up power, fully operated garden restaurant
Experience nature and tranquility at the Stellenbosch University Botanical Gardens and Café.
Did You Know?
The Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden is the oldest botanical garden in South Africa established in 1921 by Prof GC Nel, Stellenbosch University's first botany professor.
A Garden of Diversity: Home to a rich variety of indigenous South African and exotic plants.
Located in the heart of historic Stellenbosch. The Stellenbosch University Botanical Gift Shop presents a curated collection of products from local and regional sources.
Botanical Garden Restaurant: Perfect for a relaxing bite or coffee, right in the middle of the garden's tranquil surroundings.
Ideal for: weddings, workshops corporate functions and birthday parties
THE GARDEN COURTYARD (Capacity 85 pax)
Surrounded by lush plants and natural light. A warm, inviting space, ideal for medium to large celebrations and gathering. Its the perfect outdoor setting for any celebration.
Amenities: Wi-Fi, air conditioning, back-up power, fully operated garden restaurant
THE BOTANICAL STUDIO (Capacity 42 pax)
Our Botanical Studio offers a relaxed, nature inspired setting with gentle shade from treas, creating a peaceful, secluded atmosphere for private event. Perfect for those who want a cosy intimate vibe.
Amenities: Wi-Fi, air conditioning, back-up power, fully operated garden restaurant
Full Venue Capacity: 250
Gallery 1: 100 pax
Gallery 2: 20 pax
Discover the Timeless Charm of GUS Gallery
Did You Know? The GUS Gallery (Gallery of the University of Stellenbosch) is steeped in history and housed in a 170-year-old Neo-Gothic masterpiece.
Historical Highlights:
Designed in 1853 by architect Carl Otto Hager, originally as the Old Lutheran Church. Saved from demolition in 1969 by Dr. and Mrs. Anton Rupert, lovingly restored, and donated to Stellenbosch University.
Transformed into an art gallery the same year and is now managed by the Department of Visual Arts since 2014.
Gallery 3: 40 pax
Gallery 4: 90 pax
Capacity subject to event layout.
Facilities: Four Galleries and track lighting
Ideal for: wedding ceremonies and intimate receptions, book launches, exhibitions, music events, lectures, poetry sessions, workshops, small conferences, and business meetings.
Discover the Historic JH Neethling Building for your next event!
Did You Know?
The JH Neethling Building at Stellenbosch University has deep roots in history, dating back to 1925. The building was named after Prof JH Neethling, a founding lecture at the Faculty of Agriculture (now AgriSciences). The building houses the Department of Viticulture and Oenology, South Africa’s only university studies in this field.
Celebrating the centenary of the Faculty of AgriSciences in 2018, first-year students planted 100 indigenous tree saplings to mark the occasion. The venue offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity, making it a stunning location for your next event.
Capacity: 56 - 105 pax
Seating and Facilities: one auditorium lecture hall and one workshop style seating hall and a spacious indoor courtyard and lounge area.
Ameninities: Include Wi-Fi, air conditioning, back-up power, built-in room AV and standard sound.
Location: Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch Campus
Venue Highlights: Two modern lecture halls. Beautiful courtyard ideal for cocktail functions
