Auditorium Rental
The Historic Old Rock School is the perfect host for your next major event! Book Your Event at Our State-of-the-Art Auditorium! Are you planning a conference, seminar, performance, or special event? Our auditorium offers everything you need to make it a success.
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Why Choose Us?
Spacious Seating: Accommodates up to 478 guests.
High-End Audio-Visual Equipment: Projectors, microphones, sound systems, and more.
Flexible Layout: Perfect for lectures, performances, or large gatherings.
Location: Conveniently located along Interstate 40 via Exit 111 & 112, the venue is iconic to Downtown Valdese. Just 10 minutes from Hickory or Morganton and less than an hour from Asheville, Charlotte, and Boone, the Historic Old Rock School provides a true centralized location. Plenty of accessible parking.
Additional Perks:
- Free Wi-Fi
- Complimentary Event Planning Assistance
- Discounted Rates for Non-Profit Organizations
- Marketing Packages available
- Discount with hotel rentals in Burke County
Venue Overview:
- The 478-seat auditorium is newly renovated offering enhanced acoustics, premium finishes, and upgraded lighting system. The front lobby welcomes event attendees with a large area for gathering for concessions or photo opportunities. Events such as pageants, award celebrations, seminars, conferences, theatre productions, and music events find the venue's size welcoming and accommodating.
- 4 adjoining dressing rooms/prep areas
- ADA access to backstage and all major entrances to the building
- Additional spaces available for banquets, breakout spaces, and prep
- Camera System in each dressing room for stage ques
- Removable seating to accommodate runways, judging areas, etc.
- Newly renovated restrooms
- Concession Area
Special Features & Extras:
- Follow Spot Light
- Stage Monitors
- Grand Piano
- Marquee Advertisement
- Welcome Bags - visitor guides, Valdese merchandise, dining guides
Contact Us Today! Call 828-879-2129 | Email [email protected]

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