Rio GardenCelebrate Grand.
20,000 Sq. Ft. of Indoor & Outdoor Space

Calgary Banquet Hall & Event Spaces

A glass ballroom, a pool deck, garden lawns and an outdoor terrace, all in one place. Use one space or all of them for weddings, galas and parties.

  • 1,000Guests in the Ballroom
  • 24 FTGlass Ceiling Height
  • 5Event Spaces
  • 100%Air-Conditioned Indoors
The glass ballroom with floral chandeliers and wooden floors
Most Popular12,500 SQ FT

01 / Main Ballroom

The Glass Ballroom

Our biggest and most popular space. Glass walls and a 24-foot arched ceiling let in the evening light, with wooden floors and floral chandeliers inside. It's fully air-conditioned and has a built-in concert-quality sound system.

Up to
1,000 Guests
Ceiling Height
24.5 Feet
Flooring
Oak Wood
Temperature
Air-Conditioned

02 / Outdoor

The Pool Deck

A heated pool with lit-up water fountains right in the middle of the venue. It's surrounded by stone walkways, fire pits and private cabanas, so it works just as well for an afternoon cocktail party as it does for a late-night after-party.

Standing Guests
600
Water Feature
Lit Fountains
Sound
Live DJ Area
Fire Pits
8 Built-in
The heated pool with water fountains beside the glass ballroom at sunset
Great for Parties9,800 SQ FT
Open-air ceremony area beside the glass ballroom at sunset, lined with roses and candles
For Ceremonies11,200 SQ FT

03 / Outdoor

The Ceremony Lawn

A peaceful open-air lawn surrounded by greenery and stone columns. A large triple archway with a marble fountain and lit waterfalls makes a beautiful backdrop for your vows.

Seated Guests
450
Backdrop
Waterfall Archway
Ground
Soft Grass Lawn
Noise
Quiet & Private
Outdoor terrace reception beside the lit-up pool in the evening
Outdoor Dining

04 / Outdoor

The Outdoor Terrace

An open-air dining area between the ballroom and the pool. It has live cooking stations, a wood-fired oven and string lights overhead, which makes it perfect for cocktail hour.

Capacity: 500 Standing

6,500 Sq. Ft.

The covered main entrance and lit-up front of the building in the evening
Grand Entrance

05 / Entrance

The Main Entrance

The first thing your guests see. A wide covered drop-off area with stone pillars and custom lighting. It includes valet parking, a sheltered red-carpet arrival and a private entrance for the bride.

Valet: Up to 300 Cars an Hour

5,000 Sq. Ft. Drop-off Area

Built In

Equipment & Facilities

Sound, lighting, screens and power are already set up, so for most events you won't need to rent extra equipment.

  • Reliable Power

    Plenty of power points across the ballroom and grounds for lights, sound and catering. Two backup generators kick in automatically if the power goes out.

    No Power Cuts

  • Professional Sound System

    A concert-quality sound system built into the ballroom and connected across all five spaces, so music and speeches sound clear everywhere.

    Clear Sound Everywhere

  • Stage & Mood Lighting

    Colour-changing LED lights and moving stage lights are already installed, so you can set the mood for dinner, speeches and dancing.

    Ready to Use

  • LED Screens

    Bright indoor LED screens that are easy to see even in daylight, plus a large outdoor screen by the pool for videos and slideshows.

    Sharp 4K Picture

  • Heating & Air Conditioning

    A quiet system keeps the glass ballroom at a comfortable 21°C (70°F) all year round, whether it's a hot summer day or a cold winter night.

    Comfortable All Year

  • Loading Dock & Private Suites

    A loading dock that opens straight into the ballroom makes setup easy for vendors. There are also 3 private suites with mirrors and dressing tables for getting ready.

    Secure Keycard Access

Visit Us

Book a Tour of the Venue

See the spaces in person before you decide. Our event team will show you around and answer all your questions.

  • Evening ToursVisit between 5:30 PM and 8:00 PM to see the venue as the lights come on.
  • Talk Through Your SetupMeet our technical team to plan your stage, lighting, sound and any special requests.
  • Drinks After Your TourRelax with a welcome drink in our lounge after you've seen the venue.

Request a Tour

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