Wachholz College Center

Wachholz College Center is a multi-space venue on the Flathead Valley Community College campus in Kalispell, Montana. Its facilities serve event organisers looking for a setting for performances, talks, receptions and other community or cultural gatherings.

The principal performance space is McClaren Hall, a 1,014-seat auditorium with a main floor and balcony. It is designed for concerts, lectures, dance and musical theatre, with an adaptable stage and acoustics suited to live performance. The centre also includes Swank Recital Hall, a smaller, light-filled space used for intimate performances, banquets and receptions.

For larger or different-format gatherings, organisers can enquire about the Jane A. Karas Reception Hall and the Stinson Family Event Center, which includes a dual-court gymnasium. The venue’s outdoor O'Shaughnessy Amphitheater offers another option for open-air performances and events. An art gallery and other specialist spaces are also part of the complex.

Wachholz College Center offers rental arrangements for events, with fees depending on the space and requirements. Its team provides professional operational staff, including production crew, ushers, ticket office staff, security and custodial support. Some sound, projection and other equipment may be available in-house, while organisers need to arrange any additional production equipment required. Catering is arranged through the centre’s preferred providers, and beverage service is managed by its exclusive provider. Event planners can contact the venue to discuss dates, guest numbers, event schedules and production needs.