Contemporary Calgary
Providing Calgary with a home for modern and contemporary art
A transformational Intersection of art and Design
As a collaborations of Calgary’s art community, this space inspires creativity and Passion.
Housed in the memorable Centennial Planetarium, Contemporary Calgary sets the stage for one-of-a-kind experiences in one of the most iconic buildings in Calgary. With ten architecturally unique spaces to choose from, your event will stand out from the crowd.
THE SPACES
The former Centennial Planetarium, a significant work of architectural art, has been transformed into a world-class gallery thats delivers outstanding local, national and international contemporary art programming. Core to their vision, Contemporary Calgary aspires to become a leading voice among arts institutions by embracing the values of being welcoming, inclusive, engaging and relevant.
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The Grotto
600 Standing | 480 Seated
Pricing starting at $7,000
Access 8am-2am Day-of
This large room is a unique and hidden treasure in Calgary. Being a round space, everyone will feel like they are front and centre at an event and no one will miss out on a thing. The Grotto boasts direct access to an outdoor space perfect for a summer evening, as well as a built-in breakout space that can be utilized for a stage, photo booth, or anything your imagination comes up with.
The Atrium
370 Standing | 170 Seated
Pricing starting at $6,000
Access all day Monday + Tuesday | after 7pm Wednesday - Saturday | after 5pm on Sunday
This grand atypical space is a perfect backdrop for a variety of events. From cocktail receptions, concerts, and parties to trade shows and corporate presentations, this distinctive area presents many opportunities for creative experiences. Boasting high ceilings with angled and rounded walls, this unique gathering space with its illustrious ramp in the centre of the action leading to the lower level is a showstopper and conversation starter in its own right.
The Dome
218 seated
Pricing starting at $5,000
Access all day Monday + Tuesday | after 7pm Wednesday - Saturday | after 5pm on Sunday
This is the ultimate, most exclusive event experience available in Calgary. The Centennial Planetarium, with its domed ceiling and seating for 218, has technology allowing it to be used as a full projection screen and grants our guests the opportunity to curate a customized event like no other. The theatre seating and aisles create prospective interaction among guests and presenters in the walkways and on stage. The Dome is ideal for panel discussions, talks, performances, product launches, film screenings, digital art shows, awards or graduation ceremonies, and any other event that requires seating with this type of capacity. This space has an otherwise unattainable wow factor that is sure to resonate with your audience. Rental of this space includes use of the Bow View Hall.
Bow View Hall
100 Standing, 40 Seated
Pricing starting at $3,000
Access all day Monday + Tuesday | after 7pm Wednesday - Saturday | after 5pm on Sunday
A gathering place outside of the Dome that overlooks the scenic Bow River. Boasting unique curved walls featuring current exhibitions this is a great reception or networking area. If your event requires a registration corner or activation stations, this is a great option as an add on to the dome or a larger collective as well.
The Auditorium
199 seated
Pricing starting at $3,500
Access 8am-2am Day-of
A newly renovated, state-of-the-art theatre. The first director of the Planetarium, Sig Weiser, had a huge passion for the performing arts, particularly music. The auditorium was originally planned as a science lecture hall, but because the Celestial Dome Theatre served this function so well, Sig decided to open the lecture hall to a broader community and started booking musicians and live theatre acts into the space.
The Workshop
168 standing | 109 seated
Pricing starting at $3,250
Access all day Monday + Tuesday | after 7pm Wednesday - Saturday | after 5pm on Sunday
Perfect for those looking for a space with a bit of personality and lots of room to get creative. The Workshop is a great space for anything from paint nights and performance pieces, to cocktail receptions or Stampede Parties. With access to outdoor function spaces and direct access from the parking lot, this is a great space for a private event!
additional services
If you’re just looking for a space to host your event, you’ve come to the right place!
We also offer a variety of support and coordination services, from booking caterers to set up all rentals, check out our corporate services to learn more!