Ovens Auditorium

Ovens Auditorium is a long-established Charlotte performance venue, welcoming audiences to concerts, Broadway productions, comedy, family entertainment and talks. For event organisers, it offers a distinctive theatre setting with a large stage and seating for up to 2,447 guests, making it suited to productions and gatherings that benefit from a substantial audience space.

The venue also has smaller spaces available for private and business functions. The 5,500-square-foot Starlight Lounge can be used for receptions, conferences, meetings, family gatherings and private parties. For more intimate occasions, the 2,100-square-foot Hospitality Room accommodates a standing reception for up to 125 people or a seated dinner for up to 45. These options give planners a choice of scale and style, from a smaller dinner to a larger reception alongside the auditorium's main programme.

In-house catering is available for events, with choices ranging from coffee breaks to dinners and menus that can be tailored to a theme. The venue team also provides booking support for organisers considering its rental spaces. Ovens Auditorium is part of the Bojangles Entertainment Complex, alongside Bojangles Coliseum, and is operated by the Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority. Its location on East Independence Boulevard and on-site parking make it a practical option for audiences and event guests travelling to Charlotte.

Whether planning a performance, conference, reception or private celebration, organisers can enquire about the room options and arrangements that best fit their event.