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The University of Kansas – Jayhawk Hospitality

Host your next youth summer camp, competition, or group event at the University of Kansas’ Lawrence campus.

Jayhawk Hospitality combines KU’s resources and facilities with a team of experienced event management experts who will ensure your event runs smoothly.

Take your event to new heights at KU

Jayhawk Hospitality is your one-stop resource for events on and around KU’s campus in Lawrence, Kansas. We help you secure the right spaces, lodging, and dining services to create an experience that meets your goals and budget. We offer multiple indoor and outdoor venue options and comprehensive camp management services. You can depend on us to provide creative solutions and trusted expertise. Our team will handle the logistics so you can focus on what matters most to your group.

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Why host your event at KU?

Just a short distance from Kansas City, the Lawrence campus is a convenient location for group events. Access all the resources of a major university with personal support from a team of experienced event management experts. We listen to what you need, then connect you with the campus spaces and services that fit your program. 

Jayhawk Hospitality provides:

  • Comprehensive event management
  • Customized and personalized solutions
  • On-site support and collaboration from setup to wrap-up
  • Flexible venue options, including athletic fields, green spaces, classrooms, dance studios, music halls, and more

Groups we work with

We support a wide range of youth and community-based events, including:

  • Youth camps and summer programs
  • Religious retreats, church youth camps, and faith-based gatherings
  • Dance, cheer, music, and performance groups
  • Athletic camps and competitions
  • Community, academic, and educational organizations

Connect with us today. Let’s discuss how we can help you bring your event to life at our Lawrence campus. 

Start planning for summer 2027 and beyond

Summer dates fill quickly. Planning now, especially for 2027 and future summers, gives you more facilities, housing, and dining options and more time to design an experience that makes your time at KU stand out.

Connect with us today

Jayhawk Hospitality combines KU’s world-class facilities, resources, and services with all-inclusive support from experts who will help your event run smoothly. Let’s discuss how we can help you elevate your next event.

KU has established a Minors on Campus Policy to guide faculty and staff involved with coordinating and/or sponsoring programs for minor child participants under the age of eighteen (18).

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