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Pastides Alumni Center

4.8(74)
Event Venue

About

The Pastides Alumni Center offers nearly 30,000 square feet of versatile event space in Columbia's Vista district, including the 10,000 sq. ft. Eliatamby Family Grand Ballroom that seats up to 550 guests. Multiple smaller rooms and a gated outdoor patio provide flexible setups for meetings, conferences, and receptions.

Equipped with advanced AV technology and supported by Southern Way Catering's in-house hospitality, the venue ensures seamless service and quality cuisine. Seven tech-ready conference rooms accommodate intimate groups up to 20, making it a reliable choice for professional gatherings and alumni events.

Best for

  • Large-scale conferences & galas
  • Intimate executive dining & receptions
  • Tech-enabled meetings up to 20 guests

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Not sure which package fits? Tell us about your event and the venue will work with you to build the right experience from scratch.

What's typically included

  • Space & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Versatile rooms including a 10,000 sq. ft. Grand Ballroom
Event Spaces
Versatile rooms including a 10,000 sq. ft. Grand Ballroom
The Eliatamby Family Grand Ballroom features wood wall detailing and high ceilings, accommodating up to 550 seated guests or 900 reception-style. It can be divided into four smaller spaces and connects to a reception area and gated outdoor patio.
Exclusive in-house catering by Southern Way Catering
Hospitality
Exclusive in-house catering by Southern Way Catering
Since opening in 2015, Southern Way Catering has provided professional event coordination and exceptional cuisine, ensuring seamless event flow and highly praised food quality.
Multiple technologically advanced conference rooms
Meeting Facilities
Multiple technologically advanced conference rooms
The venue offers seven spacious conference rooms that can host up to 20 guests each, plus a limited-use boardroom, all equipped with high-quality AV technology for professional presentations.

At a glance

Rated 4.8 on Google · 74 reviews