Mike and Josie Harper Center Rental Spaces

Rent a space for groups big and small.

Host your next event in one of Omaha’s premier venues. Located on the scenic Creighton University campus, the Mike and Josie Harper Center offers a versatile selection of rental spaces—including a ballroom, auditorium, executive boardroom and flexible breakout rooms. Whether you're planning a corporate conference, reception or community gathering, our amenities, support and location make the Harper Center an ideal choice for events of all sizes.

Ahmanson Ballroom

Hixson-Lied Auditorium

Breakout Rooms in Harper

Harper Center Layout Map

Harper Center Capacity Chart

Ahmanson Ballroom

The Ahmanson Ballroom is located on the fourth floor of the Harper Center on Creighton’s Omaha campus. The space features vaulted ceilings and neutral decor with granite adornments. The room:

Is 7,000-square-feet
Has a maximum capacity of 400 guests using round tables, a customizable dance floor and traditional head table
Has a maximum capacity of 700 with theater/lecture style seating facing front
Can be divided into three smaller spaces to accommodate groups of all sizes and needs
Is equipped with a sound system and a unique lighting system to set the mood for your special day
Has views of Omaha's downtown and riverfront through its large east windows
Features an open-air foyer with a grand piano, comfortable furniture groupings and a built-in sound system, perfect for cocktailing or any pre-function gathering

Photos of the Ahmanson Ballroom

Flowers on table setting before meal is served.

Round tables in ballroom with dance floor.

Audience in rows of chairs in front of stage.

Hixson-Lied Auditorium

Located on the main level (level 2) of the Mike and Josie Harper Center, the Hixson-Lied Auditorium is a polished, professional venue ideal for keynote addresses, panel discussions, film screenings and large group presentations. With tiered seating for up to 479 guests and built-in audiovisual technology, the auditorium is ready for impactful events.

Hixson-Lied Auditorium Photos

Breakout Rooms

The Harper Center’s flexible breakout rooms offer adaptable spaces for meetings, workshops, small banquets team-building sessions and more. These rooms can be configured to suit your needs, whether you’re hosting a smaller meeting, a medium-sized training session or a private dinner. Our spaces can be arranged in a variety of layouts.