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]