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A Premier Event Venue — in the Heart of Raleigh

From elegant weddings and formal banquets to basketball camps and corporate board meetings, William Peace University offers the perfect backdrop for your next event.

Nestled in the heart of downtown Raleigh, our campus blends timeless historic charm with modern amenities to deliver a unique and welcoming experience. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a large-scale event, Peace provides more than just a venue — we offer peace of mind.

Why Choose William Peace University?

  • Affordable and budget-friendly options
  • Prime location just minutes from downtown Raleigh
  • Stunning, well-manicured campus grounds
  • Exclusive residential housing – one group per hall
  • Spacious, clean, and comfortable accommodations
  • Quiet indoor and outdoor areas for evening relaxation
  • Compact, walkable campus for seamless transitions between venues

Let our dedicated team help bring your vision to life with exceptional service and attention to detail.

Plan your next event at Peace — where warm hospitality meets modern convenience.

Contact us to get started: events@peace.edu

Location. Convenience. Exceptional Service.

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Full Service Catering

Delight your guests with our full-service catering options, including freshly prepared meals, snacks, beverages, and more. 

A bride poses with her bridesmaids at Peace

Weddings

Get married in our historic chapel or host your reception on campus.

A view of Main Hall from Peace Street, just outside the University gates

Location/Directions

William Peace University is in downtown Raleigh, near hotels, restaurants, and nightlife.

A view of Main Hall from Peace Street, just outside the University gates

Campus Event Spaces

Explore our on-campus venues for weddings, receptions, and more.

The climate and attitude of the campus staff and employees are wonderful! They were helpful and well-informed and made our entire group feel comfortable and welcome. Kudos to everyone!

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Dining Services

Catering options, as well as meal plans, are just a few of the dining options we offer to guests.

Imagine your event or conference accompanied by delicious, affordable dining options and beverages.

Take your event to the next level and experience catering by William Peace University’s Chef and Professional Kitchen Staff, trained to prepare everything from a simple continental breakfast to an elaborate, served banquet event.

Venue Variety

  • Private, executive dining in the 45-seat President’s Dining Room
  • Outdoor dining on the campus green
  • Elegant meals in the historic Main Parlor
  • Large group meals in the 200-seat main dining room during summer months, student breaks and holidays

Food By Sodexo

Sodexo, William Peace University’s new dining services partner, is committed to providing exceptional student and customer dining experiences. From morning breakfast buffets and freshly brewed coffee to a casual feast and elegant hors d’oeuvres, our catering guide pages are filled with fresh and contemporary menus. However, these represent only a starting point.

Our commitment to you is to customize menus as needed for any occasion. Whether your event is a breakfast meeting, a faculty luncheon, or a retirement party, you will find that we offer fresh ingredients, creative preparations, elegant presentation, and thoughtful service. We would be pleased to help you design a menu for your next event.

Please contact Terri Ratliff at teresa.ratliff2@sodexo.com or by calling (919) 508-2344 for any catering inquiries.