Our Venues

Cherrydale Alumni House

Cherrydale is ideal for small gatherings of family, friends, and colleagues. Situated at the highest point of Furman’s campus, Cherrydale offers seclusion from the hum and bustle of the main campus. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Cherrydale Alumni House offers an elegant atmosphere; adjacent grounds also accommodate beautiful outdoor events. Cherrydale’s two-story interior and large grounds allow for mingling, while its period architecture and antique furnishings can inspire relaxing conversation.

Herring Center

Designed to match Furman’s architecture style, the Herring center is a two-story, 22,000-square-foot facility perfect for classes and business meetings. A gorgeous lobby, complete with a fireplace and player piano, complements the state-of-the-art technology found in several classrooms.

Janie Earle Furman Rose Garden

The Janie Earle Furman Rose Garden lends spectacular beauty to intimate, standing-only weddings for 60-70 guests. The garden features 800 rose bushes, a 19th-century gazebo, and a charming fountain.

Furman Bell Tower

The Bell Tower, a well-known symbol for the university, is a standing-room-only wedding venue ideal for up to 60 guests. Surrounded by the campus lake and the mountains of the upstate, it is sure to make a lasting impression on your ceremony.

Desantis Pavillion

The 1,600-square-foot DeSantis Pavilion, which is part of the Younts Conference Center, offers a stunning view of the Cherrydale Alumni House and its surrounding landscaping. The pavilion can seat 175 for a wedding or group outing, or serve as a pleasant place to mingle, chat and dine, with seating for up to 120 guests banquet style. Ample parking and a state-of-the-art sound system are also available. It’s the perfect location for a smaller outdoor gathering.

Timmons Arena

Timmons Arena underwent a $40 million donor-funded renovation ahead of the 2025-2026 season. The venue now welcomes guests through a glass-façade entrance leading to the new Furman Ticket Office. A redesigned 360-degree concourse features the Spinx Student Zone, Furman Family Kid’s Zone, and a variety of concession options. The new seating bowl includes nearly 2,000 fixed seats, with suites, courtside seating, and drink rails expanding total capacity to nearly 2,500. The bleachers can be retracted to open up the full floor, offering flexibility for a variety of events.

Beyond game day, Timmons Arena offers a range of spaces for cocktail hours, receptions, and meetings. From the Hall of Honor lobby to the Herring VIP Suite, Ingram Courtside Club, Rogues Hospitality Deck, and the Party Suites, the arena offers intimate settings for groups of 20 to 150 guests. With in-house catering and AV support, Timmons Arena can be uniquely tailored to bring your vision to life.

McAlister Auditorium

McAlister Auditorium seats 1,900 for lectures, concerts, theatrical performances, political debates, and rallies. A large hydraulic orchestra pit, full theatrical rigging, and well-designed acoustics allow for a variety of productions, from guest speakers to symphonic oratorios. McAlister offers a full range of theatrical technology and experienced technical staff.

Paladin Stadium

Paladin Stadium is home to Furman’s beloved Paladins football team, the 2004 Southern Conference NCAA-IAA champions. Capable of seating 16,000, the stadium is used for Furman’s annual commencement exercises as well as athletic events.