VENUE RENTALS

Host your event at the elora centre for the arts

VENUE RENTALS

Bring your event to life in one of Elora’s most inspiring settings!
Our newly expanded, versatile spaces provide a creative backdrop for performances, presentations, meetings, workshops, and community events of all sizes. Designed to adapt to your needs, each space can be configured for both intimate gatherings and larger occasions.
Special rates available for charities and community partner.

THE ATRIUM

Approx. 1,400 sq. ft.

A bright, modern space with soaring beams and large windows.

Ideal for receptions, presentations, meetings, and creative gatherings. Flexible layouts accommodate standing or seated events. Capacity varies depending on event layout and setup.

The Atrium includes access to a coat room, accessible washrooms, and a servery kitchen (add-on fee).

CAPACITY
Seated: 100
Standing: 150

STANDARD RENTAL RATES
Full Day (8+ Hrs): $800
Half Day (4 Hrs): $425
2 Hr (Minimum): $250


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THE GALLERY

Approx. 900 sq. ft.

A newly renovated, climate-controlled exhibition space showcasing rotating original artwork. The Gallery provides the option to open into the Atrium for expanded capacity and seamless flow between spaces, enhancing guest experience and event versatility.

Ideal for receptions, bar and catering service set up, training sessions, artist panel discussions, gardening club talks, and private events.

CAPACITY
Seated: 40
Standing: 60

STANDARD RENTAL RATES
Full Day (8+ Hrs): $500
Half Day (4 Hrs): $275
2 Hr (Minimum): $160


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THE CLASSROOM

Approx. 850 sq.f.t

An inviting, flexible workshop and meeting space with natural light, adaptable layouts, and tables and chairs included.

The room comfortably accommodates 25 people, with capacity varying depending on setup and configuration.

Ideal for training sessions, workshops, presentations, and team-building activities.

CAPACITY
Seated: 25
Standing: N/A

STANDARD RENTAL RATES
Full Day (8+ Hrs): $325
Half Day (4 Hrs): $175
2 Hr (Minimum): $100


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PAVILION & YARD

2-Acre Yard

A versatile outdoor venue featuring a covered pavilion stage with two separate 50-amp power tie-ins, each connected to a dedicated 100-amp panel, plus integrated rigging beams for production support.

Surrounded by a large open green space, sculpture pathways, and picnic areas.

Ideal for concerts, theatre performances, and community gatherings.

CAPACITY
Seated: 1-350
Standing: 750

STANDARD RENTAL RATES
Full Day (8+ Hrs): $550
Half Day (4 Hrs): $300
2 Hr (Minimum): $170


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Included with Rental

(No Additional Fees)

Tables (Rectangular)

Tables (Circular)

Tables (High Top)

Chairs (High Top)

Chairs (Regular)

Sound System & Cordless Microphones

Podium

Privacy Blinds in Atrium

Guest Wi-Fi

11 available – 6ft x 2.5ft

4 Available – 5ft Diameter

6 Available

18 Available

100 Available

2 Available

1 Available






Please Note: Rentals do not include glassware of linens.

Available for Rental

(Additional Fees Apply)

Presentation Projector & Screen

Set-up/Teardown Service

Stage (6-4ft x 4ft Sections | H: 14″)

Servery Kitchen Access *
(Includes: Sink, Oven, Fridge, Freezer, Coffee Maker, Kettle, and Microwave)

Public Washroom Add-On
(events with less than 200 guests may add-on access to public washrooms)

Private Gallery Closure Fee
(If gallery is required to close to the public during regular business hours)

Website Administration Fee
(An Additional 3% Credit Card Processing Fee will be billed per event)

$50

$100

$150

$50/hr



$50/Day



$50/Hr



$100

Please Note: For outdoor rentals with 200+ guests, the Renter is responsible for renting portable outdoor washroom facilities.

Special Considerations

SOCAN and RE: Sound Licensing Fees
Events featuring live or recorded music will have licensing fees applied to their final invoice. Fees are determined based on the capacity of the rented space, in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Alcohol Service
Where alcohol is served at an event, the renter must obtain a Special Occasions Permit (SOP) issued by the AGCO, and provide a copy to the ECFTA prior to the event. The renter must provide Smart Serve certified servers and comply with regulations. The renter will provide the alcohol for the event and ensure its removal following the event.

Insurance
Renters are required to provide a Certificate of Insurance with a minimum of $2 million in Commercial General Liability coverage, naming the Elora Centre for the Arts as an Additional Insured.
For any event involving the service of alcohol, this coverage must include also include liquor liability.

Pavilion & Yard Rentals

  • Pavilion stage (approx. 26 feet wide x 16 feet deep)
  • Removeable side walls (wood slats)
  • Moveable yard fencing, stage risers and event stanchions available
  • This area features and art pathway with sculptures, picnic tables and benches
  • Directly across the street from Bissell Park, on the Grand River

We live and work in a beautiful historic community, and we love our neighbours!  There are some sound guidelines and restrictions in place for anyone booking the pavilion.  We will provide a full Sound Agreement to all users, however please be mindful that events in the pavilion have sound restrictions:

  • Regular “Type 1” performances or events in the pavilion must be in the range of 80-100 DBA (maximum 100 DBA, averaged over several minutes and measured from between 50-100 feet from the stage).  Sound meter tests are required.
  • Performances with little/no amplification are welcome.  This “Type 2” performance or event (if amplified at all) must stay within the range of 60DBA-89DBA (averaged over several minutes and measured from between 50-100 feet from the stage).  Sound meter tests are required.
  • “Type 3” performances or events are limited to 3 per year (events/performances up to 105 DBA) .  Please inquire.  In this case, there are special requirements to notify our neighbours.
  • ECFTA requires that all amplified performances (all 3 Types above) end by 10PM.

If you would like to speak to us about any event in our yard, please reach out to our Executive Director at director@ecfta.ca

Rental inquiries

Contact us to Inquire!