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The Griffin Centre

About The Griffin Centre

The Dr. Ervin V. Griffin Sr. Centre at Halifax Community College is a 1500-seat theatre and multipurpose facility designed for theatre performances, concerts, banquets, receptions, conferences, exhibits, meetings, dances, and the like. 1,000 of the 1,500 seats are retractable creating a multipurpose area that can be arranged with tables and chairs in various ways. Our Gallery area is designed for smaller meetings, receptions, and luncheons for no more than 120 people. The Griffin Centre serves the college, community, and the Roanoke Valley as a venue for educational and cultural programming, economic development, and community activities.

Upcoming Events

December 21 - January 1

All Day

Winter christmas background - snow falling on pine tree branches.

Campus Closed: Winter Holidays and Break

HCC will be open during the holiday break on Friday, Dec. 27 and Monday Dec. 30th from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Services will be available in building 300 at the following offices: 326, 308, and 319. We look forward to assisting you during these limited hours. Happy Holidays!

January 6th

Spring Semester theme with textbooks and piggy bank and green chalkboard

Spring 2025 Semester Begins

Classes start January 6, 2025, and it’s the perfect time to take the next step toward your goals. Whether you're starting fresh, continuing your journey, or exploring something new, we’ve got the programs and resources to support you. Don’t wait—register today to secure your spot!

January 20th

All Day

Martin Luther King's memorial in Washington. DC framed by cherry blossoms. Memorial is on the tidal basin

College Closed: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

HCC will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025, in observance of Dr. MLK, Jr. Day.

"The time is always right to do what is right." – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Rent The Griffin Centre

Thank you for considering renting The Griffin Centre for your event. Please click the link found below to open a downloadable rental application. Please complete the application with as much detail as possible and email it to [email protected]

				
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