a few popular venues...

Buffet on the deck; summer is made for fine dining al fresco...

A unique display - wedding cake in a bird bath!

Crisp white & red draped elegance for a formal setting.

The Barn, Hubbards

The Barn and its property are available for day/night use by artisans, auctioneers, fitness instructors, craft instructors, private weddings, family reunions, and craft workshops. The Barn has been used for weddings, art shows, a Matt Mays video shoot, community events, a business expo, a 4H Club Rabbit Clinic and barn dances.

It’s a great venue for a summertime event!  902 820-2270

Captain’s House, Chester

The Captains House is a landmark waterfront property in Chester, built in the early 1800s by the settler, Rev. John Secomb. The historic seaside village of Chester is the jewel of Nova Scotia's south shore, with 180 degree views of Mahone Bay and its many islands. This stately, three storey home was later bought by retired Captain James Allen. For much of the 20th century, the Captain's House was well known as a restaurant and inn. Currently, the redecorated house is available as your home away from home, while touring this stunning region of the Atlantic coastline.  Perfect for weddings and corporate conferences. 902 277-1005

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic – Small Craft Gallery

The Museum's Small Craft Gallery offers a unique and cost-effective setting for receptions, dinners, meetings and other gatherings. They've even staged plays! It can accommodate 90 comfortably for a sit-down meal or 250 for a stand-up reception. Becalmed or storm-tossed, the view from the gallery's large windows is spectacular in any season. 

Halifax Citadel National Historic Park – North Magazine

The newly restored North Magazine is a series of elegant and stately rooms for meetings, conferences, receptions and special events. Small, medium and large rooms feature all the conveniences and amenities of a premiere meeting facility, including audio-visual equipment and parking. 

The Casemates are a series of room that can be rented individually or one at a time. 902 426-5080

Saint Mary’s Boat Club

The St. Mary's Boat Club was built in 1905, and was originally operated by The St. Mary's Young Men's Temperance & Benevolent society.

After extensive renovations, it was re-opened in the summer of 1991 by Halifax Regional Municipality. The upper level boasts a large reception hall with hardwood floors, stage, kitchen, and is wheelchair accessible. Outside there is plenty of parking, lawn areas, and a spectacular view of the Northwest Arm from our spacious deck. The hall is available for rental year-round and is primarily used for parties, wedding receptions and corporate functions.

2nd Paradise Retreat, near Lunenburg
 

A very special place at the end of a little spur of Second Peninsula. The owners love sharing it with guests who come to Nova Scotia for family vacations.

But in addition to appealing to families who want a seaside retreat away from the hustle and bustle, we also seem to appeal to the romantic streak in couples, and so we find ourselves happily hosting weddings and other events.

Prospect Road Community Center & Reception Room – 20 minutes from Halifax

Wedding Package – $495
Room: Full Multipurpose/Dance Studio, Kitchen, Bar, Partial Street 
Maximum Capacity: 250 people, Damage Deposit Required: $200.00

Booking Includes:

• Liquor License

• Six hour bar operations & bar staff (bar hours may be extended for $20 per hour, bar service not permitted after 1am)

• Use of tables/chairs (set up & take down is responsibility of the renter, use of linens extra $50).

• Additional three hours may be provided for set up (must be arranged and approved at booking time) Friday 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  DJ Services – additional $395

Oakwood House

Overlooking picturesque Lake Banook in the City of Lakes, Oakwood House offers meeting planners a unique location for business meetings, offsite training and receptions. Oakwood House sits on a tree lined property that offers privacy to those using the facility.

Clients rent the entire bottom floor of the House ensuring both their privacy and complete flexibility in the use of the space to meet their particular needs. This 19th Century Heritage Building has been newly renovated maintaining character and charm but incorporates the modern needs of meeting planners. Kitchen facilities, ample parking & wheelchair accessible.

Also great for barbecues! 902 434-5896

Their goal for event planning at Shining Waters Marine is to build relationships on trust, respect, creativity and fast responsive service. To provide a very competitive rate without ever sacrificing quality. Our promise is to deliver. The breathtaking background of beautiful St. Margaret's Bay and the whispering sounds of the ocean has already been created. Whether you are planning a wedding, business team building function or any special occasion, check out the possibilities at Shining Waters Marina.  902 826-3625

Links At The Montague  Montague Road, Dartmouth, NS
The golf course's clubhouse is perfect for a wedding reception of up to 90 guests. You will not require much in the way of decoration since the clubhouse offers a beautiful plantation style construction with high vaulted ceilings, oak dance floor and granite top bar. Wedding ceremonies are held outside on our cobblestone patio which overlooks the ninth green and a beautiful pond. After the ceremony there are many locations available for wedding photos. 902.433-3330
 

FOUR SEASON RETREAT – MEETING CENTER

Upper Economy, NS

The Meeting Centre, their newest addition, can seat up to 50 people. It is equipped with a full kitchen, so groups can arrange for catering service.

The Centre is ideal for small gatherings, intimate weddings, conferences, workshops or meetings.

Lovely accommodations are also available. 902 647-2628

Stewiacke Community Center, Stewiacke (just outside of Truro)
Spacious hall with banquet tables and chairs. Large full kitchen. 902 639-2181

Tatamagouche Fire Hall, Main St. Tatamagouche
902 657-2321 - Large reception room and bar room. Kitchen.

Milford Recreation Center, Milford

A newly renovated large facility holding up to 250 people seated. Round tables, lovely draperies, full bar, stage, hardwood floor. Gazebo on site.

Bookings: Jessie Whelan: 902 758-2911

 

Full bar, tables, chairs, china, cutlery. Has stage and plenty of parking. Air Conditioned. Very affordable. 902 883-9215

Saint Margaret Bay Sailing Club, French Village Harbour on St. Margaret's Bay Road

The St. Margaret Sailing Club has been the beautiful backdrop for numerous weddings, artistic, social, and business events. The building is very versatile and allows for the easy flow of people throughout. The Club is licensed for groups up to 250 people and can easily accommodate functions with tables and settings for 100 people. The building has a wide-open veranda and offers a spectacular panorama of St. Margaret's Bay.

The interior has an open concept that can be separated into large or small room groupings for meetings or parties. There is a bar facility, washrooms, coatroom and kitchen on the main floor as well as ample parking. SMSC is located at Mariner's Anchorage, Croucher's Point Road, French Village Harbour, St. Margaret's Bay. 902 823-1089

Another treasure on the shores of Lake Banook in the city of Dartmouth. Reception room overlooks the lake and can seat 80 people for dinner and more for a stand-up style reception. Full bar on site. Very affordable. Just call Butch at 463-6457.

The Banook Canoe Club is available for rent all year. They have a large main hall that seats 110 and an adjoining smaller room with fireplace that seats 50. Both rooms open up to a spacious deck that overlooks the water. Banook members get a discount when renting. They can arrange bar service and have a fully equipped kitchen and are capable of providing the rental of wine glasses and tablecloths. Fees to rent the hall for a full day are $395 plus tax. Full Kitchen rental is $115 plus tax. A deposit is required to hold a booking. Other rental options may be available and can be arranged through the club manager at 902 464-1740.