{"id":1153,"date":"2023-05-08T11:46:11","date_gmt":"2023-05-08T15:46:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cws.charlotte.edu\/backup-duboiscenter\/?page_id=1153"},"modified":"2025-06-12T10:53:53","modified_gmt":"2025-06-12T14:53:53","slug":"event-faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cws.charlotte.edu\/backup-duboiscenter\/events-and-reservations\/event-faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"Event FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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I am interested in holding an event at The Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte Center City, what is the first step?<\/span><\/i><\/span><\/i><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>
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First, you will need to submit an event request form<\/a>. You don’t have to know all the details, but it helps us get a general idea of what you are looking for.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once received, the events staff will review the form and get back to you within 5 business days to let you know the status of your request.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Can I tour the venue?<\/span><\/i><\/span><\/i><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>
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We\u2019d be happy to schedule a walkthrough of our venue! Please email us at duboiscenter@charlotte.edu<\/strong> with some basic details about your event and we can schedule a convenient time from there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please note: Walk-in tours are not available\u2014appointments must be scheduled in advance.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

What if I want to see the space availability for multiple dates?<\/span><\/i><\/span><\/i><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>
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In the “Additional Dates: separate with and\/or”<\/strong> section of the event request form, please list all dates you’re considering<\/strong> for your event. Simply separate each date with “or”<\/strong> to show your flexibility.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

What are the parking procedures for an event?<\/span><\/i><\/span><\/i><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>
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At this time, we do not offer designated event parking. However, there are several pay-to-park options<\/strong> located around our building, with prices varying by lot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We highly encourage guests to consider using the light rail<\/strong>, which offers a convenient and reliable way to reach our venue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We also have up to 13 reserved \u201cVIP\u201d parking spots available. They are $20 a spot\/per day. After official event booking, you can inform the Events Managers if you are interested in reserving any of the spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you have any questions about parking,\u00a0contact PaTS<\/strong> at\u00a0704-687-0161<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Can I have an outside catering company come cater my event at The Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte Center City?<\/span><\/i><\/span><\/i><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>
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Due to the university’s relationship with Chartwells, events here at The Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte Center City have to use our in house catering service. No outside catering or food is permitted.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

How will the security policy impact my event?<\/span><\/i><\/span><\/i><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>
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All attendees at events held at The Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte Center City are required to wear a University-issued nametag or an event badge provided by the program organizer. Name tags must be visible at all times while in the building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each event is required to staff a check-in table in the first-floor lobby to distribute name tags. A check-in table will be assigned to you upon arrival\u2014please visit the lobby desk on the day of your event to receive your table assignment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To ensure a smooth arrival process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n