featured venues
Selecting your Venue is one of the most important decisions in planning a successful event. The Venue will often dictate the number of guests you are limited to, the style of food and beverage you can provide, and the whole look and feel of what can be accomplished. This list is by no means complete but each of the Venues listed do allow you to bring in a Caterer of your choice. Each Venue may also have their own policies which can impact the cost and execution of your event, so always review the details carefully.
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Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art
Reception Capacity: 250 - 300
Seated Dinner Capacity: 25-120
Theatre Style Capacity: 80
Multi-Purpose Programming Space: 25
*depending on the current exhibit layout
Bon Vivant Catering is proud to be the exclusive catering partner for the Bill Reid Gallery, home to the Simon Fraser University Bill Reid Collection and special exhibitions of contemporary Indigenous art of the Northwest Coast. This unique venue is a short walk from major hotels, the Vancouver Convention Centre, and public transit. Guests are surrounded by Bill Reid's stunning gold jewelry and spectacular sculptures, and the towering totem pole by James Hart of Haida Gwaii. View images of Gallery Events
MONOVA Museum of North Vancouver
Reception Capacity: 50 - 300
Seated Dinner Capacity: 30-60
Theatre Style Capacity: 40-100
Boardroom: 10
Courtyard: 60
Located in the heart of The Shipyards in North Vancouver, MONOVA is a short, 15-minute scenic SeaBus ride from downtown Vancouver. Anchored by historic Streetcar 153, the Museum lobby is an incredibly unique setting for a private reception where guests can take a streetcar ride through the past, as well as touring MONOVA’s Permanent and Feature Exhibit Galleries. MONOVA offers over 2,000 sq. ft. of meeting, event, and courtyard space available for hosting social celebrations, corporate meetings, and gala events. Modern style and versatile design allow for large spaces with lots of natural light.
Arts Umbrella
Bon Vivant Catering is proud to be one of the exclusive catering partners for this 50,000 sq ft facility on Granville Island, one of the top arts and culture destinations in Vancouver. There is a number of studios, atrium spaces, and outdoor options available to rent for private events. Our catering specialists can help you navigate the choices and plan an exceptional event here. As a component of our annual charitable plan, we give donate back a portion of your food & beverage sales to support their programming.
J Lounge
Reception Capacity: 250
Seated Dinner Capacity: 150
Rooftop Patio Capacity: 30
J Lounge is situated in the bustling heart of Downtown Vancouver’s Financial District, offering a prestigious and accessible setting for a variety of events. With 5,200 square feet of elegant space, the venue provides a versatile canvas suitable for corporate events, celebratory dinners, weddings, and seminars. The interior is designed to accommodate diverse layouts and is equipped with state-of-the-art lighting packages and comprehensive audio-visual capabilities. A catering kitchen, bar, and brand-new tables and chairs ensure guests have everything needed for a seamless event experience. A large vault within the venue offers additional flexibility, serving as a separate lounge, photo-op area, bar, speakeasy, and more, allowing for creative and customized event setups. The beautiful rooftop patio overlooks downtown Vancouver, providing stunning views of the water and North Shore mountains.
Vancouver Maritime Museum
The Vancouver Maritime Museum provides three unique rental spaces that are set amidst history, unique architecture, and unobstructed views over English Bay. The two indoor options are beautifully appointed gallery spaces featuring stunning exhibits and artifacts that will transport you to a world of maritime adventure. The 1700 square feet outdoor terrace offers breathtaking views over the harbour to the North Shore Mountains and plays host to many receptions, formal dinners, BBQs and weddings.
Contemporary Art Gallery
Reception Capacity: 215
Theatre Style Capacity: 80
*depending on the current exhibit layout
Rentals are available from 6pm, all day on Mondays, plus possibilities at other times throughout the year dependent upon the exhibition schedule. Due to the changing nature of their exhibitions there may be considerations that restrict how the space can be used; stand-up cocktail receptions can almost always be accommodated regardless of the exhibition on view.
Pipe Shop Venue at the Shipyards
Reception Capacity: 360
Seated Dinner Capacity: 300
9,000 square feet of concrete floors, large, exposed wooden beams, significant windows with waterfront views, and high vaulted ceilings.
Originally built in the 1940s, and once known as the Pipefitters building, the Pipe Shop at the Shipyards is an exquisite restored heritage building, located on North Vancouver's waterfront.
The beautiful, rustic pillars and expansive vaulted ceilings give it a very trendy industrial look and feel. All equipment must be rented.
Creekside Community Recreation Centre
Reception Capacity: 150 (300 in Gym)
Seated Dinner Capacity: 100
Multipurpose Room 4 is located on the second floor of the building. The room has spectacular views of False Creek, Science World, the North Shore Mountains and Downtown Vancouver which are often utilized as the main back drop for the space.