The Well (request)

The Well

space request

90 Standing

An intimate space on the lower level of the Rotunda, The Well is a pub with a curved, two-level bar. During the academic year, the space requested for private events outside of the bar's operating hours which are Wednesday–Friday from 5pm–11pm. During the summer and recess periods, there are no date/time restrictions. 

Private events must be at least two hours long and the menu is also charged on a per person basis.  

If you have questions about the bar, contact us

Best suited for:

  • Receptions
  • Casual gatherings

Not suited for:

  • Presentation-style or speaker events with required technology
  • Events that require a custom room layout with the bar's furniture being removed or rearranged
  • Performance events
  • Dinners or events with a seated meal
  • Hybrid meetings with a video conference component

Submit a Request

Yale students, faculty, and staff may submit a request (NetID required)

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Featured image: The Well at Yale Schwarzman Center. Photo by Francis Dzikowski.