Event Planning

Event Planning and Venue Rental

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our facilities are available on a limited capacity basis.

For more information, contact us at 847.635.1447 or workforcesolutions@oakton.edu


Host Business Events at Oakton

Whether you're hosting a meeting, training session or conference, we'll make sure your event is successful. Oakton offers a variety of facilities to rent between our two campuses in the metropolitan Chicago area. We've partnered with businesses across a multitude of industries to help make their events rewarding and impactful.

We Can Help With:

  • Conferences
  • Seminars and Workshops
  • Meetings
  • Symposiums
  • Professional Development
  • Training Sessions

Whatever type of event you require, Oakton’s Workforce Solutions team will make sure it proceeds smoothly. Our experienced staff will ensure that your needs are met and can help you develop training courses, seminars, workshops and other event activities. We provide personalized guidance and service at every stage of the planning process. Contact us below for information on availability and pricing.

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Workforce Solutions at Oakton

Our Workforce Solutions team supports the continuing education and professional development needs of our business and industry partners. Find out more about our services and the classes, seminars and training sessions we offer:

Contact us now at workforcesolutions@oakton.edu.

Venue and Facility Details

You can rent space at Oakton to host almost any kind of meeting event. Our flexible facilities can be outfitted with different seating arrangements based on your needs. With our services and helpful venue features, Oakton can help you take your event to the next level.

A variety of meetings spaces are available at Oakton, including:

  • Multipurpose event rooms with flexible seating configurations for hundreds of guests.
  • Breakout rooms for smaller groups.
  • Computer labs and high-tech instructional spaces.

What's Included

Seating Arrangement Options

Large event spaces can be arranged for 300 guests in banquet style, 800 in auditorium style, or 500 in classroom style.

Breakout Rooms

Smaller event spaces can be set up for 16 to 64 guests.

Equipment and Technology

State-of-the-art audio-visual equipment is available for usage during your event.

Onsite Support

Knowledgeable technical support staff is standing by to assist you.

Media Services

Basic media services are included with the venue rental rate.

Catering

Catering for your event is available through Oakton's onsite catering service.

Ready To Rent?

For more information about renting space at Oakton, please call 847.635.1447 or email workforcesolutions@oakton.edu.

Explore Our Campuses

Des Plaines

The Des Plaines campus is located in a secluded natural area adjacent to the Des Plaines River. Our facilities include computer labs, the performing arts center, art museum, meeting rooms and other multipurpose areas available for rental.

Discover Oakton Des Plaines

Skokie

Next door to the beautiful Emily Oaks Nature Center and 15 minutes from the lakeshore, Oakton's Skokie campus includes multipurpose rooms with flexible space options and computer labs.

Discover Oakton Skokie

Past and Present Clients

  • Abt Electronics
  • The Bradford Group
  • College of American Pathologists (CAP)
  • The Cradle
  • Des Plaines Chamber of Commerce
  • Emergency Nurses Association (ENA)
  • Evanston Youth Job Center
  • Federal-Mogul
  • Glenview Department of Public Works
  • ITW
  • John Crane, Inc.
  • Lechner & Sons
  • LSG SkyChefs
  • Mather LifeWays
  • Mechanical Contractors Association
  • NorthShore University Health System
  • Summit Industries
  • Wheels, Inc.