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Spaces Directory

Arboretum and Botanic Garden Patio
Nestled on UCSC’s campus in Santa Cruz, the Arboretum & Botanic Garden spans 115 acres and showcases over 300 rare, global Mediterranean‑climate plants
interior of Baobab Lounge
Baobab Lounge is available for drop in use for students for casual gatherings of up to 30 guests
Cervantes and Velasquez Conference Room
The Bay Tree conference rooms honor the Costanoan Indigenous peoples and consist of three conference and event rooms as well as two outdoor patio spaces.
bay tree essalen nation conference room side view
The Bay Tree conference rooms honor the Costanoan Indigenous peoples and consist of three conference and event rooms as well as two outdoor patio spaces.
Muwekma Ohlone Conference Room view from main doorway
The Bay Tree conference rooms honor the Costanoan Indigenous peoples and consist of three conference and event rooms as well as two outdoor patio spaces.
Bay Tree Building exterior
The Bay Tree conference rooms honor the Costanoan Indigenous peoples and consist of three conference and event rooms as well as two outdoor patio spaces.
Bay Tree Building exterior
The Bay Tree conference rooms honor the Costanoan Indigenous peoples and consist of three conference and event rooms as well as two outdoor patio spaces.
interior of Casa Latina 3rd Floor
Located within the Merrill Library, the Casa Latina study space is available use for up to 25 guests
interior of Charles E. Merill Lounge
Located near the Merrill Academic Building, Charles E. Merrill Lounge can be reserved for casual gatherings of up to 45 guests
coastal classroom
Find info on all 87 General Assignment classrooms—booking details, tech guides, and how to make the most of each space.
Interior of College Nine Apartment Community Room
The College Nine Apartment Community Room is available for use by students for casual gatherings of up to 30 guests.
Trees on campus
The College Nine Recreation Lounge is available for use by students for casual gatherings.
interior of Cowell Conference Room 132
Located in the heart of Cowell Academic, Cowell Conference Room is available for meetings, events, and classes of up to 59 guests
Cowell Courtyard
Located in the center of Cowell College, this outdoor space is reservable for gatherings and tabling events of up to 30 guests
Cowell Founders Glen
Located on the lawn next to the Cowell Circle, this outdoor space is reservable for gatherings and events of up to 150 guests
Exterior of hay barn
The Cowell Ranch Hay Barn is located right at the base of the UCSC Farm on the beautiful UC Santa Cruz campus in Santa Cruz, California.
Crown Courtyard Fountain
Located in close proximity to Crown Dining, this outdoor space is reservable for gatherings and tabling events of up to 30 guests
interior of Crown Fireside Lounge
Located at the entrance to Crown College, this lounge is available for students for casual gatherings of up to 35 guests
interior of Crown Senior Commons
Located in the heart of Crown College, the Crown Senior Commons is generally reserved for staff meetings of up to 40 guests.
interior of Cultural Center at Merrill
Venue is equipped to host lectures, dinners, theater performances, community events and festivals, accommodating up to 750 guests (Chair only 535, Table / chairs: 251)
Trees on campus
This student focused lounge is equipped to host movie nights, resource fairs, and casual gatherings.
Student in library
Reserve dedicated study rooms at UCSC’s Libraries—ideal spaces for solo focus or group work.
interior of Mary Holmes Fireside Lounge
This student focused lounge is equipped to host movie nights, resource fairs, and casual gatherings accommodating up to 66 guests
Merrill Plaza
Located adjacent to the Cultural Center, this outdoor space is reservable for gatherings and tabling events of up to 349 guests
interior of Multipurpose Room
Venue is equipped to host lectures, dinners, theater performances, community events and festivals, accommodating up to 350 guests
interior of Namaste Lounge
This student focused lounge is equipped to host movie nights, resource fairs, and casual gatherings accommodating up to 100 guests
Oakes Amphitheater
Located near the Oakes Learning Center, the outdoor Oakes Amphitheater is available for events and gatherings of up to 250 guests.
interior of Oakes Guzman Room
Located adjacent to Oakes Cafe, this space is available for students for casual gatherings.
Oakes Kahlo Picnic Area
Located near the Oakes Res Halls, this outdoor space is available for students for casual gatherings of up to 20 guests.
interior of Oakes Learning Center
Equipped to host lectures, dinners, theater performances, community events and festivals, accommodating up to 300 guests. The space is also frequently used for tutoring sessions, featuring large whiteboard dividers that create private, focused study areas within the room.
Oakes Lower Lawn
Located near the Oakes Apartments, the largest reservable DSAS outdoor space is available for gatherings of up to 500 guests.
Oakes RH Grassy Area view
Located near the Oakes Res Halls, this outdoor space is available for students for casual gatherings.
Oakes Shabazz Picnic Area
Located near the Oakes Res Halls, this outdoor space is available for students for casual gatherings of up to 20 guests.
Oakes Upper Lawn
Located near the Oakes Housing Office, the outdoor Oakes Upper Lawn is available for gatherings of up to 300 guests
interior of Porter I-Lounge
Porter I-Lounge is a common area that can be used for student activities, dances, and as a study lounge.
Porter Quad
Located between Porter Residence Halls A and B, Porter Quad is available for students for gatherings and tabling events.
Quarry Amphitheater event
Once a limestone quarry, the UCSC Quarry Amphitheater is now a premier 2,600-seat outdoor venue for concerts, culture, and community.
Rachel Carson Plaza
Located in close proximity to the Rachel Carson Red Room, this outdoor space is reservable for gatherings and table events
interior of Rachel Carson Red Room
This student focused lounge is equipped to host movie nights, resource fairs, and casual gatherings accommodating up to 75 guests
Someone outside the Seymour center
Ocean‑view private events at UC Santa Cruz’s Seymour Center—spacious indoor/outdoor rooms for weddings, meetings & fundraisers that support marine education.
Interior of Silverman Conference Room
Located within Stevenson Academic Building, Silverman Conference Room can be reserved for casual gatherings of up to 24 guests.
Social Sciences Lawn
Located in proximity to Social Sciences, this outdoor space is reservable for gatherings and casual events of up to 150 guests.
interior of Stevenson Community Room
Located in Stevenson Apartments, the Community Room is available to student groups for casual gatherings of up to 38 guests
view of stevenson courtyard
Located in the social center of Stevenson, this outdoor space is reservable for gatherings and tabling events of up to 49 guests.
Interior of Stevenson Event Center stage
Venue is equipped to host lectures, dinners, theater performances, community events and festivals, accommodating up to 758 guests.
exterior of Stevenson Knoll
Located near the Stevenson Apartments and East Field, this outdoor space is available to student groups for casual gatherings
Interior of Stevenson fireside lounge
This student focused lounge is equipped to host movie nights, resource fairs, and casual gatherings accommodating up to 49 guests.
Bhojwani dining room
Nestled among redwoods at UCSC, the University Center is a vibrant hub offering dining, coffee, meeting rooms & event spaces.

Last modified: Oct 09, 2025