Event Locations

PLEASE NOTE: The bricked plaza area of the Diag (“the Diag Proper) on Central Campus and Gerstracker Grove on North campus are managed separately through the Center for Campus Involvement. Please visit Campus Involvement Website for more information on reserving the Diag Proper or Gerstacker Grove.

Central Campus

Ingalls Mall-North #1

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1, a & b
  • Location
    Grass Area on the north end of Ingalls Mall. Area next to Washington street.
  • Number of Guests
    1-3,000
  • Reservation Period
    This space can be reserved from April 1st - October 27th
  • Notes
    There is a 60'x 120' Canopy with flooring available through October 27, 2022. There is NO furniture provided. Items must be rented from an outside vendor.
Central Campus

Ingalls Mall-North #2

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    2
  • Location
    Cement pad on Ingalls Mall Near fountain
  • Number of Guests
    1-1,000
  • Reservation Period
    365 days of the year
  • Notes
    This area has very limited tenting area. Without structure the space can hold up to 1,000
Central Campus

Ingalls Mall-South

Unavailable from May 5, 2025 through September 2025

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1-3
  • Location
    Grass area on the south end of Ingalls Mall. It is the space between the flag pole and North University Ave.
  • Number of Guests
    1-3,000
  • Reservation Period
    The grassy area can only be reserved from April 1st-November 30th. The cement area (smaller area) can be reserved 365 days of the year.
  • Notes
    This area has limited tenting area and with structures it may hold up to 1,000. Without structure the space can hold up to 3,000
Central Campus

Angell hall

Unavailable from May 5, 2025 through Fall 2025

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    Front of Angell Hall- grass area/cement without tree
  • Number of Guests
    1-3,000
  • Reservation Period
    The grassy area can only be reserved from April 1st-November 30th. The cement area (smaller area) can be reserved 365 days of the year.
  • Notes
    Tented events can only hold up to 800 people. The space can hold up to 3,000 without the structure.
Central Campus

Diag Grass Area #1

Unavailable from May 5, 2025 through September 2025

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    Grass areas surrounding the Diag Proper (bricked space at the foot of Hatcher Graduate Library)
  • Number of Guests
    1-500
  • Reservation Period
    This space can be reserved from April 1st - November 30th
  • Notes
    Tented events can only hold up to 100 people. The space can hold up to 500 without the structure. Raised grass area that can make seated dinners difficult.
Central Campus

Diag Grass Area #2

Unavailable from May 5, 2025 through September 2025

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    a-g
  • Location
    Grass areas surrounding the Diag Proper (bricked space at the foot of Hatcher Graduate Library)
  • Number of Guests
    1-200
  • Reservation Period
    This space can be reserved from April 1st - November 30th
  • Notes
    No structures allowed in this area.
Central Campus

East University Mall-North #1

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    Cement pad between Chemistry and 1100 N. University Ave Building
  • Number of Guests
    1-250
  • Reservation Period
    The grassy area can only be reserved from April 1st-November 30th. The cement area (smaller area) can be reserved 365 days of the year.
  • Notes
    Most commonly used for tabling events. This area has limited tenting area and with structures it may hold up to 100. Without structure the space can hold up to 250.
Central Campus

East University Mall-North #2

Aerial View
  • Space Number
    a
  • Location
    Cement pad between Chemistry and 1100 N. University Ave Building
  • Number of Guests
    1-250
  • Reservation Period
    The grassy area can only be reserved from April 1st-November 30th. The cement area (smaller area) can be reserved 365 days of the year.
  • Notes
    Most commonly used for tabling events. This area has limited tenting area and with structures it may hold up to 100. Without structure the space can hold up to 250.
Central Campus

East University Mall-South #1

Unavailable until Spring 2025

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    Grass area/cement without trees outside of Weiser Hall (next to 1100 N. University Ave Building).
  • Number of Guests
    1-500
  • Reservation Period
    This space can be reserved from April 1st - November 30th
  • Notes
    This space is not ADA compatible. Physical additions such as ramps would need to be made to use space for events. Most commonly used for tabling events.
Central Campus

East University Mall-South #2

Aerial View
  • Space Number
    2
  • Location
    Grass area/cement without trees between West & East Halls.
  • Number of Guests
    1-1,000
  • Reservation Period
    The grassy area can only be reserved from April 1st-November 30th. The cement area (smaller area) can be reserved 365 days of the year.
  • Notes
    Most commonly used for tabling events. This area has limited tenting area and with structures it may hold up to 250. Without structure the space can hold up to 1,000.
Central Campus

ISR Perry Building Lawn

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    Front of the Perry Building- grass area near Packard St.
  • Number of Guests
    1-400
  • Reservation Period
    This space can be reserved from April 1st - November 30th
  • Notes
    This area has limited tenting area and with structures it may hold up to 200. Without structure the space can hold up to 400
Central Campus

Lorch Hall Lawn

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    Grass area by Lorch Hall - north of Ross Business School and east of Tappan Ave.
  • Number of Guests
    1-600
  • Reservation Period
    This space can be reserved from April 1st - November 30th
  • Notes
    Tented events may hold up to 300. The space without a canopy/tent can hold up to 600.
Central Campus

Michigan Union Lawn

Unavailable from May 5, 2025 through fall 2025

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    Grass area outside the Michigan Union near South State St.
  • Number of Guests
    1-500
  • Reservation Period
    This space can be reserved from April 1st - November 30th
  • Notes
    This area has very limited tenting area. Without structure the space can hold up to 500.
Central Campus

Museum of Art Lawn

Unavailable from May 5, 2025 through fall 2025

Aerial View
  • Space Number
    #1-3
  • Location
    Front of the Museum of Art- grassy area/cement without tree.
  • Number of Guests
    1-2,000
  • Reservation Period
    The grassy area can only be reserved from April 1st-November 30th. The cement area (smaller area) can be reserved 365 days of the year.
  • Notes
    This area has limited tenting area and with structures it may hold up to 500. Without structure the space can hold up to 2,000
Central Campus

Regents Plaza

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1-2
  • Location
    Cement pad near Fleming Adminstration Building.
  • Number of Guests
    1-1,000
  • Reservation Period
    365 days of the year
  • Notes
    No structures allowed in this area.
Central Campus

Rackham East Lawn

Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    Grass area on the East side of Rackham and West side of Fletcher St.
  • Number of Guests
    1-1,000
  • Reservation Period
    This space can be reserved from April 1st - November 30th
  • Notes
    This area has limited tenting area and with structures it may hold up to 500. Without structure the space can hold up to 1,000
Central Campus

Shapiro Library Plaza

Unavailable from May 5, 2025 through September 2025

Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    Cement pad in front of Shapiro Undergrad Library
  • Number of Guests
    1-100
  • Reservation Period
    365 days of the year
  • Notes
    No structures allowed in this area.
Central Campus

Betsy Barbour/Trotter Multicultural Center Lawn

Unavailable from May 5, 2025 through Fall 2025

Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    Grass area north of the Trotter Multicultural Center and in front of Betsy Barbour, adjacent to State St.
  • Number of Guests
    1-300
  • Reservation Period
    This space can be reserved from April 1st - November 30th
  • Notes
    This area may accommodate up to 300 people without canopies/tents, or up to 100 with canopies/tents. Due to the large oak tree and overhanging canopy, only 10' x 10' pop-up canopies will fit in this location.
Central Campus

Hatcher Library Portico

Unavailable from May 5, 2025 through September 2025

Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    Raised grass area between the rear entrance to the Clements Library and Hatcher Library.
  • Number of Guests
    1-300
  • Reservation Period
    Available year-round, 365 days
  • Notes
    This location is suitable for up to 300 people. Canopies/tents and vehicles are not permitted under the portico. Note that the Hatcher library doors under the portico may not be blocked and egress must be maintained.
Central Campus

Lawn between Hatcher and Clements Libraries

Unavailable from May 5, 2025 through September 2025

Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    Raised grass area between the rear entrance to the Clements Library and Hatcher Library.
  • Number of Guests
    1-300
  • Reservation Period
    This space can be reserved from April 1st - November 30th
  • Notes
    This space is not ADA compatible. Physical additions such as ramps would need to be made to use space for events. This area has limited tenting area and with a canopy/tent it may hold up to 100. Without a canopy/tent the space can hold up to 150.
North Campus

Duderstadt Front Lawn

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    South front lawn of the Duderstadt Building
  • Number of Guests
    1-1,000
  • Reservation Period
    This space can be reserved from April 1st - November 30th
  • Notes
    Tents can hold up to 1-500 people. The space can hold up to 1,000 without the structure.
North Campus

Duderstadt Portico & Plaza

Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    North Side of Duderstadt; next to the Grove.
  • Number of Guests
    1-800
  • Reservation Period
    365 days of the year
  • Notes
    Most commonly used for tabling events. This area has limited tenting area and with structures it may hold up to 500. Without structure the space can hold up to 800.
North Campus

Lurie Reflection Pool

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    Cement pad surrounding Lurie Reflection Pool. Small grass area outside Industrial Operations building.
  • Number of Guests
    1-2,000
  • Reservation Period
    Available year-round, 365 days
  • Notes
    This area has limited tenting area and with structures it may hold up to 200. Without structure the space can hold up to 2,000
North Campus

Radiation Sciences Lab East Lawn

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    Grass area northeast of Radiation Sciences Lab #1, bounded on the north by Hayward St
  • Number of Guests
    1-150
  • Reservation Period
    This space can be reserved from April 1st - November 30th
  • Notes
    This area has limited tenting area and with a canopy/tent it may hold up to 100. Without a canopy/tent the space can hold up to 150. Much of this area is sloped and can be wet, leaving a relatively small usable footprint for most activities.
North Campus

Radiation Sciences Lab West Lawn

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    Grass area east of Radiation Sciences Lab #1, bounded on the west by Draper Dr.
  • Number of Guests
    1-600
  • Reservation Period
    This space can be reserved from April 1st - November 30th
  • Notes
    This area has limited space for tents. Without tents it may hold up to 600. Two smaller tents or one longer tent may accommodate up to 150.
North Campus

Lawn between Walgreen Drama Center and Pierpont Commons

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    a-g
  • Location
    Grassy area north of Pierpont Commons and South of the Walgreen Drama Center
  • Number of Guests
    1-500
  • Reservation Period
    This space can be reserved from April 1st - November 30th
  • Notes
    Tented events may hold up to 300. The space without a structure can hold up to 500.
North Campus

Lawn between Gorguze Family Laboratory & Francois-Xavier Bagnoud Buildings

Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    Small grass areas between FXB and Gorgueze Family Lab Buildings (near the Wave Field)
  • Number of Guests
    1-100
  • Reservation Period
    This space can be reserved from April 1st - November 30th
  • Notes
    This is a small area is suitable for tabling events or small gatherings with pop-up canopies (10' x 10') only. The adjacent Wave Field is not part of this location and permitted activities are not allowed on the Wave Field.
Medical & South Campus

400 North Ingalls Building Lawn

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    Grass area adjacent to 400 North Ingalls Building, east of North Ingalls St and south of Cornwell Pl.
  • Number of Guests
    1-500
  • Reservation Period
    This space can be reserved from April 1st - November 30th
  • Notes
    Tented events may hold up to 300. The space without a tent/canopy can hold up to 500.
Medical & South Campus

Facilities Services Building B #1

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    1
  • Location
    Grass area outside of STAC on Kipke Drive.
  • Number of Guests
    1-50
  • Reservation Period
    This space can be reserved from April 1st - November 30th
  • Notes
    No structures allowed in this area.
Medical & South Campus

Facilities Services Building B #2

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    2
  • Location
    Hilled grass area across from Michigan Stadium near E Keech Ave.
  • Number of Guests
    1-50
  • Reservation Period
    This space can be reserved from April 1st - November 30th
Medical & South Campus

Facilities Services Building B #3

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Aerial View
  • Space Number
    3
  • Location
    Grass area across from Michigan Stadium near E Keech Ave.
  • Number of Guests
    1-50
  • Reservation Period
    This space can be reserved from April 1st - November 30th

As head of Environment, Health & Safety, Danielle is responsible for health, safety, and environmental issues facing both the academic and business operations of the university. Danielle directs programs involving hazardous materials, environmental management, biological and laboratory safety, industrial hygiene, radiation safety, ergonomics, food service sanitation, and fire safety.

Danielle was an associate director of research and operations safety programs from 2012 to 2018, responsible for efforts involving health and safety in research areas as well as non-research spaces such as the work that our maintenance, trades and custodial employees perform. Significant projects include the research safety initiative, construction safety first culture program and homeland security anti-terrorism standards compliance program. Danielle has been in the department since 1995 serving in the industrial hygiene program overseeing health and safety in various departments and overseeing various compliance programs such as hazardous materials in construction and the respirator program.

Danielle is a certified industrial hygienist and a certified safety professional. She holds a bachelor of science degree in Environmental Health from Oakland University and a master of science degree in Industrial Health from the University of Michigan.

Marina Roelofs has served as the University of Michigan’s executive director for Architecture, Engineering and Construction since 2000. The department is currently responsible for the design and construction of all capital projects at the Ann Arbor, Dearborn and Flint campuses in support of the university’s academic, research, healthcare, athletic and student life missions. The AEC team consists of construction professionals, construction skilled trades, architects, engineers, and support staff.

Roelofs’ wide-ranging experience in the construction industry spans from design and engineering, construction management, to facilities operations, including procurement, contractual and legal issues. Prior to coming to U-M, she was the assistant vice president for facilities at the University of Toledo, where she was responsible for directing and managing the university capital program, the facilities operations and maintenance activities.

Roelofs’ career in the construction industry began nearly forty years ago at General Motors, Argonaut-AEC and advanced with worldwide construction contracting. In her 15 years at GM, she managed numerous projects for the GM Proving Ground, Packard Electric, Argonaut Realty, and other GM divisions.

Roelofs holds a B.S. in construction engineering from Lawrence Technological University, an M.S. in civil engineering from Wayne State University, and a J.D from the Detroit College of Law (MSU).

Lukeland Gentles leads Custodial and Grounds Services. The department provides custodial services, pest management, grounds maintenance, and landscape services that support a safe, functional, and attractive campus environment.

He began his tenure with Facilities & Operations in the Custodial Services department, where he served as a custodial supervisor, business manager, and Interim Director. Prior to becoming the director of CGS, he served as Associate Director of F&O Finance, providing fiscal leadership for all F&O departments.

Lukeland holds a bachelor of arts in economics from the University of Michigan and a master of business administration from Wayne State University.

Kimberly Kiernan coordinates organizational and strategic planning for Facilities & Operations. She oversees administrative operations including budget and finance, information services, human resources, training, and communications.

Kim has been with the university since 1992 in roles focused on budgeting and facilities administration. Prior to coming to F&O in 2007, she was the budget administrator for the School of Kinesiology for six years. Kim also held positions in the University Library and Office of the Provost.

She holds a bachelor of arts degree in English and communications from the University of Michigan and a master of business administration degree from Eastern Michigan University.

As head of Utilities Brian oversees all aspects of the production and distribution of steam, electricity and potable water to all campus buildings as well as campus wide sanitary and storm sewer collection. This includes directing the activities of the Central Power Plant and the North Campus Research Complex Central Energy Facility. Utilities also directs the procurement of natural gas and electricity for the entire campus.

Brian was Senior Manager of Electrical Operations from 2016 to 2020, responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the university’s electrical distribution and outdoor lighting systems. His responsibilities also included managing the building substation replacement program, electrical distribution master planning, and maintaining the electrical metering and billing system.

Prior to joining U-M, Brian worked 19 years in the automotive industry, primarily at Ford and Visteon manufacturing plants. Prior to his experience in the automotive industry, Brian worked at Toledo Edison’s Bay Shore Generating Station where he supported the plant’s preventative maintenance program and substation operations.

Brian is a licensed Professional Engineer in Ohio and holds a bachelor of science and master of science in electrical engineering from the University of Toledo.

Steve began his career at the University of Michigan in July 2010 as the executive director of Logistics, Transportation and Parking (LTP), responsible for planning and operating a parking system to accommodate faculty, staff, students, patients, and visitors, as well as a transportation system that services approximately 6 million riders per year.

Prior to coming to the university, for nearly 20 years Steve has held positions of increasing responsibility in the transportation, supply chain management, and third-party logistics fields. As part of the leadership team for LTP, Steve’s focus will be on providing excellent service to the campus community and continually improving on an efficient transportation system which will help alleviate demand on a parking system that operates at an extremely high rate of utilization.

Steve graduated from Oakland University in 1992 and has lived in Ann Arbor since 1997.

Steve Brabbs is the director of Maintenance Services.

Steve has served in a wide variety of roles including several different positions since coming to Facilities and Operations in 2000. Before serving as region manager, Steve led several initiatives in Plant Operations. His areas of expertise include facilities maintenance, work management functions, and change management.

Steve has a bachelor of arts degree from the University of Michigan (LSA ’88) and a master of science degree (’94) from Eastern Michigan University.

As head of the Real Estate Office, Christopher (Chris) Allen is responsible for handling all real estate matters for the Ann Arbor, Dearborn, and Flint campuses, as well as Michigan Medicine, with responsibility for all transactions involving real estate, including purchases, sales, acceptance of gifts, access to university property, property encumbrances and restrictions, surveys, and mineral rights. The Real Estate Office also handles commercial and office space leasing for university departments, including searches, leasehold improvements, and landlord relations. In addition, management of certain U-M properties, including leasing, maintenance and finances, is handled by the Real Estate Office until the properties are demolished, sold, or transferred to another university department.

Prior to joining the university in 2018, Chris managed McKinley Companies, LLC’s commercial real estate portfolio, including oversight of refinancing, financial reporting, tenant relationships, leasing, acquisitions and dispositions, and property management. He has managed complex real estate transactions and was often the lead negotiator in these transactions. Chris’ career began at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP where he provided assurance and advisory services to Fortune 100 firms.

Chris holds a bachelor of arts in economics and master of accounting from the Stephen M. Ross School of Business that included a summer program at the London School of Economics and Political Science.

As head of the Office of Campus Sustainability, Andy is responsible for leading operational sustainability efforts to support the institution’s long-term sustainability goals, as well as working closely with the Graham Sustainability Institute (GSI) on cross-functional sustainability programs with the academic and research community. Andy also works with Athletics, Michigan Medicine, and Student Life on pursuing institutional sustainability priorities established by leadership. In addition, OCS is responsible for quantitatively tracking and reporting progress on the goals to leadership.

Prior to leading OCS in 2009, Andy held the role of Sustainability Coordinator reporting up through Occupational Safety and Environmental Health (now Environment, Health and Safety), where he worked across operational units on projects to reduce the institution’s environmental footprint through waste reduction, energy conservation and the reduction of chemical waste generated in laboratories.

Andy holds a professional certification from the Institute of Hazardous Materials Management, a bachelor of science degree in environmental management from the University of Michigan School of Natural Resources, and completion of the U-M Business and Finance leadership academy.

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