Conference and Event Services

Conveniently located in Atherton, CA, the heart of Silicon Valley, Menlo College is an ideal venue for conferences, summer resident and day camps or single-day events. Events can be hosted throughout the calendar year, with the greatest availability mid-May through early August. Less than 20 miles from both the San Francisco and San Jose airports, the campus is also just minutes away from local bus and train routes. Available facilities include classrooms, athletic fields, various recreational spaces and a large, open grassy quad perfect for company picnics or other outdoor activities. Full dining and catering services are provided by Sodexo, a world leader in sustainability.

Housing for Camps and Co​nferences

Menlo College can provide housing for over 400 summer camp or other resident guests, in a wide variety of dormitory-style rooms, in its five dormitory buildings located near a recreational swimming pool and barbecue. All rooms are either single or double occupancy.  A limited number of rooms with private baths are also available.  Linens are available to guests for an extra charge. Twenty-four hour security service is provided to assure maximum safety for residents.

Dining Services for Camps and Conferences

The Menlo College Dining Commons can accommodate up to 350 guests for receptions or other large gatherings that require meal service.  Events are catered by Sodexo, a world leader in healthy, sustainable food service. A catering manager is available to assist clients in selecting the perfect menus and décor to enhance any type of on-campus event.

Facilities for Camps an​d Conferences

Facilities available for rent include classrooms, athletic fields, a gymnasium, a small amphitheater seating 100, a traditional theatre seating 250, a dining hall and several spaces perfect for luncheons, meetings and/or private parties. Classrooms are multi-media ready, with screens for video presentations.  Athletic fields include baseball, softball, soccer, tennis and football fields, as well as a recreational pool.  Corporate picnics and large, outdoor gatherings can be held on a spacious, grassy quad located in the center of the campus.

Contact Us

Conferences and Events
1000 El Camino Real
Atherton, CA 94027-4301
650.543.3887 phone
650.543.4102 fax
conferences@menlo.edu