Looking to host a fun team-building event, wellness workshop, or cooking class? The ARC Instructional Kitchen is the place. The kitchen was renovated in 2020 with the help of American Campus to include a state-of-the-art audio/visual system, group stations, and an increased fire capacity of 50 patrons.

Depending on the program, the Instructional Kitchen can host an event of up to 50 patrons. Birthday parties are limited to 10 patrons, not including parents. RSO cooking classes are limited to 20 patrons. General space requests can accommodate up to 50 patrons, depending on the nature of the event. Numbers are subjected to change. The instructional kitchen looks forward to hosting your event!

Space Specifications

Please Note: Food allergies and dietary restrictions may be accommodated with one-week advance notice to apharri2@illinois.edu. Not all requests can be accommodated.

Reservation Options

Option 1: Custom Class

Looking for a fun and unique team building event or party? With a custom class request, we will work with you to plan a custom cooking class for you group. We will provide a menu, instructors, and groceries so you don’t have to worry about a thing!

Cost

Rates vary depending on student status, class duration, and grocery cost. The average total cost for a student group of 20 is approximately $200.

Hours

We schedule events based on student staff availability. Reservations are accepted for 9am – 9pm, 7 days per week. Campus Recreation has regularly scheduled programming in the space on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings, so these times are not regularly available for reservation.

Space Policies

1. We operate on a first come, first serve basis. Please submit your custom class request at least 4 weeks before your desired event date. This will give us enough time to plan all the details of your event.
2. If you represent an RSO, you must send the RSO office your reservation request form at least 3-weeks prior to the event. We cannot confirm your event without their approval.
3. Our kitchen space is limited to 20 people.
4. Groceries are billed at-cost with no upcharge or service fee. Total grocery cost will be included in your bill. Groceries are usually $5-$10 per person but will vary with your chosen menu.