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Dorothy and Roy Park Alumni Center

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Spacious convention center in Raleigh with elegant lake views, versatile event spaces, and convenient on-site parking Monday through Friday.

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Elegant Raleigh event venue with spacious rooms, scenic lake views, and accessibility. Perfect for weddings, conferences, and gatherings.

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The Dorothy and Roy Park Alumni Center offers hosts and planners a premier Raleigh event space featuring expansive rooms suited for conferences, weddings, or large gatherings. Expect capacities accommodating seated and standing guests, with beautiful lake views, on-site catering options, and wheelchair-accessible amenities for seamless event experiences.

What to Expect:

    🏒 Spacious versatile event spaces
    πŸŒ… Scenic lake views and patio areas
    πŸ…ΏοΈ Convenient on-site parking
    β™Ώ Fully wheelchair accessible

Important Information:

    – Operating hours: Monday–Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM
    – Closed on weekends
    – Credit and debit cards accepted
    – No in-house reservations or ticket sales online
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πŸ“ Local Insights

πŸŒ… Scenic Lake Patio: The outdoor patio offers relaxing water views, perfect for social breaks during events.

🍽️ On-Site Dining: The in-house Lakeside Café serves quality lunch options Monday through Friday, ideal for midday event catering.

πŸ…ΏοΈ Ample Parking: Plenty of free parking is available on-site, easing logistics for large events.

β™Ώ Accessibility Focus: This venue ensures complete wheelchair accessibility including entrances, restrooms, and parking lots.

⏰ Hours

Monday: 8 AM–5 PM

Tuesday: 8 AM–5 PM

Wednesday: 8 AM–5 PM

Thursday: 8 AM–5 PM

Friday: 8 AM–5 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

πŸ‘‰ Best For

Corporate events, weddings, conferences, large gatherings

Dorothy and Roy Park Alumni Center

2450 Alumni Dr
,
Raleigh
,
NC
27606

Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Dorothy and Roy Park Alumni Center is highly regarded for its beautiful lake views, elegant interiors, and exemplary staff service. Visitors consistently praise the venue’s cleanliness, accessibility, and well-maintained grounds. The on-site restaurant receives positive comments for quality food. No significant negatives appear repeatedly in reviews.
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December 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Lake Views; Event Spaces; On-Site Parking; Wheelchair Accessible Entrance; Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot; Wheelchair Accessible Restroom; Restrooms; Patio; Catering Options

πŸ“† Best Times to Visit

Weekdays between 10 AM and 3 PM are optimal for events; venue is closed on weekends; plan events during business hours for full service.
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