social events

gala i birthday i milestone i cocktail party i community building

Whether you’d rather waltz the nights away or spend the night at a cocktail cabaret, we have the spaces to host all of your discerning revelry. Bring your community together to celebrate important milestones hassle free.

 
 
 

 

Our venues

spaces to make your event vision come to life

At The Commons, we manage a collection of unique and historic venues throughout Calgary. We bring people together to create impactful experiences in extraordinary spaces.

Explore our current venues below and follow along as we expand into new locations around the city and beyond!


 

ramsay design centre

Industrial opulence unites our collection of venues at Work Nicer Rail Yards in the Ramsay Design Centre. With soaring exposed ceilings, brick walls and chandeliers, our rooms range from cozy alcoves to bright open ballrooms. All original rooms within the historic Westeel Building (circa 1919), each room is unparalleled in its unique architectural personality

the hemingway room.

community building I galas i markets

Capacity up to 175 guests

Starting at $6,500*

the parlour room.

milestones I birthdays I cocktails parties

Capacity up to 120 guests

Starting at $4,500*

*We also have package prices to book all rooms


 

the grand

Built in 1912 by Sir James Lougheed, the historic GRAND theatre, soon became the home for arts organizations in Calgary. Our town’s first theatre, opera, ballets & concerts were performed here. Today, the GRAND theatre houses a variety of event spaces perfect for a unique event.


the flanagan theatre.

the mezzanine.

the vintage room.

The Studio

galas I parties

Capacity up to 330 guests

birthdays I cocktails

Capacity up to 75 guests

small events

Capacity up to 20 guests

markets I community building


 

park by sidewalk citizen

Filled with natural light, open to summer breeze and warmed with fireplaces to dispel the cold of winter, PARK by Sidewalk Citizen is an ideal setting for an intimate event. In Central Memorial Park, the geographical and cultural center of the city, PARK’s Solarium pays homage to the quiet spaces we go to experience nature within the city.

 
 

birthdays i milestones i celebrations

Capacity up to 60 guests

 

 

orchard

Orchard Restaurant is an elegantly designed casual restaurant and bar located just south of Calgary’s downtown core. The location offers a warm and accessible experience which evokes a sense of Western European hospitality, Adriatic moods, and supple, natural tones.

 

PARTIES I BIRTHDAYS I CELEBRATIONs

Capacity up to 90 guests

 
 

 

shelter

Shelter cocktail bar is a one-of-a-kind location, unique to Calgary. Designed for small groups and parties, the room houses several standout design pieces, including an artfully decorated wall of gas masks, and a beautifully crafted light fixture featuring over 5,000 individually hung bulbs.

 

discreet dinners i late night parties

Capacity up to 50 guests

 

 

social package highlights

choose between D.I.Y. or all-inclusive turn-key packages

 

D.I.Y. Packages

For the avid and inspired planner


 

our D.I.Y. packages offer our clients the opportunity to utilize our spaces in a way that is unique to them. Our team is here to facilitate, and support you throughout the process so that your corporate function exceeds expectations.

As every event is unique, all of our pricing and services are customized based on the requirements of your special occasion. We have different options available for you depending on factors such as the day of the week, the season, venue choice and your event requirements.

 

all of our d.i.y. packages include

the venue i furniture i onsite staff

Furniture (varies by venue)

A dedicated Event Architect and day-of event host

Access to our list of preferred vendors

Basic A/V and tech equipment

 

 

turn-key packages

Our turn-key events are characterized by their ease of execution


 

We are thrilled to introduce our clients to a revolutionary party planning process, in which our team of talented designers and event coordinators harness their expertise and relationships with local partners to bring event experiences to life.

The best part? You can sit back and let us take care of the party planning process while you focus on what really matters - putting your personal touch on the finer details and making sure your guests have an exceptional time.


 

all of our turn-key packages include

decor i catering i music i entertainment i technology i onsite staff

Professionally designed decor

Catering with a choice of menus specific to your event

Entertainment & music options

A/V technology

A dedicated Event Architect and event staff

Additional add-ons such as photobooths, live entertainment, custom branding, menu substitutions, and additional decor are available.