Wedding Venue Magic with DreamGroup

Vancouver is bustling with an abundance of incredible venues from “classically romantic” to “modern glam” and everything in betweeen!  AND WE LOVE THEM ALL!!   We thought we’d take a moment to share a little Wedding Venue Magic with DreamGroup hosted at some of Vancouver’s most popular venues.  When choosing a venue for your wedding it’s often helpful to see how others have maximized and imagined the space before you.  And how DreamGroup helped them make the most of it of course!

DreamGroup has had the immense privilege to work with many of Vancouver’s most popular and sought after wedding venues.  Here are just a few of our personal favourites… And be sure to check out this fabulous master list of over 100 Wedding Venues in Vancouver with direct links to help with your Venue Search.

 

Hycroft Manor as captured by Tomasz Wagner

With DreamGroup Planner Brynn Belisle 

VENUE FACTS

• Hycroft is a designated 4 storey heritage mansion in Old Shaughnessy that has been home to The University Women’s Club of Vancouver since 1962.
• Seats 100 on their beautiful Terrace for lunch or dinner
• Garden can accommodate a seated ceremony with a lovely summer rain plan using the covered terrace.

The Vendors that helped bring the magic…

 

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Often a couple will choose a planner solely based on their familiarity with their venue and although that can be a safe choice, it’s not a happiness guarantee!  There’s something to be said for unique perspectives and fresh ideas balanced by expertise and an unparalleled reputation for excellence.  There’s no venue DreamGroup can’t make magic happen at because to us, it’s so much more than just being familiar with a venue.  It’s about knowing what a venue’s best attributes are, what they do well, what may need to be upgraded to meet expectations, and how to maximize the venue’s full potential.  It’s about taking into consideration what will be important to you and ensuring that all areas have been properly considered in the most thoughtful way.  

 

Brix & Mortar as captured by Beautiful Life Studios

With DreamGroup planner Alexa Gayton

VENUE FACTS

• Brix & Mortar has a 90 guest capacity for sit down multi-course dinners
• Holds up to 120 people for a stand-up cocktail reception
• Their heated, covered courtyard can seat up to 34 for a private dinner and is fabulous for ceremonies rain or shine

 

 

Cecil Green as captured by Kaoverii Silva Photography

With DreamGroup planner Cayenne Gartside ~ Enjoy the full story on the DreamGroup Blog Hannah + Mac Sitting in a Tree

VENUE FACTS

• Cecil Green has space for up to 200 guests for a ceremony
• Can accommodate up to 140 for a seated reception
• They have a lovely covered outdoor terrace offering the perfect ceremony rain plan

 

 

Stanley Park Pavilion as captured by Always Smiling Photography

With DreamGroup planner Olivia Woolwich ~ Enjoy the full story on the DreamGroup Blog Welcoming in Autumn

VENUE FACTS

• Stanley Park Pavilion offers space for up to 200 guests for a seated ceremony
• Can accommodate up to 180 for a seated reception in the Lord Stanley Ballroom
• Romantic grassy area for ceremonies of up to 200
• Tent capability for up to 200 people
• Indoor rain plan

The Vendors that helped bring the magic…

 

 

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver as captured by Lumina

With DreamGroup planner Alexa Gayton

VENUE FACTS

• The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is Vancouver’s “Castle in the City” boasting many gorgeous rooms to accommodate almost any sized celebration
• Featuring the iconic and stunning Pacific Ballroom with dazzling crystal chandeliers, oak floor, and large picturesque draped windows
• The Vancouver Island Room is the quintessential up to 200-person Ceremony spot and also lovely for smaller receptions of 150+
• The Roof located on the 15th Floor is a recently renovated welcome surprise amidst the history and charm of the hotel

The Vendors that helped bring the magic…

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Hart House Restaurant as captured by The Macleans

With DreamGroup planner Sydney Power ~ Enjoy the full story on the DreamGroup Blog Tying the Knot

VENUE FACTS

• Hart House offers a beautiful outdoor tent that can accommodate up to 200 guests
• Features a garden ceremony area with gorgeous waterview backdrop for up to 200 guests
• Delicious in-house catering

The Vendors that helped bring the magic…

 

 

Vancouver Convention Centre as captured by Blush Photography

With DreamGroup planner Bonnie Wong ~ Enjoy the full story on the DreamGroup Blog I’ll Be There For You

VENUE FACTS

• Vancouver Convention Centre offers multiple ballrooms and foyers to accommodate any size of wedding
• Modern and flexible indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces
• Delicious in-house catering and AV support

The Vendors that helped bring the magic…

 

The Wallace as captured by Nomad by NK

With DreamGroup planner Sandy Hoong ~ Enjoy the full story on the DreamGroup Blog Wildly in Love

VENUE FACTS

• The Wallace Venue is a beautiful North Vancouver venue with exposed beams and ample natural light. 
• Featuring an expansive 2,400 square foot outdoor patio, and 3,500 square feet of open-concept event space that can be designed to fit any event.
• The Wallace is located on the third level of the Shipyards, and has a capacity of 200 guests standing, or 180 seated. 

The Vendors that helped bring the magic…

 

 

The Polygon Gallery as captured by Sara Rogers Photography

With DreamGroup planner Brynn Belisle ~ Enjoy the full story on the DreamGroup Blog When Love Becomes Art

VENUE FACTS

• The Polygon Gallery is located in the heart of the Shipyards District on Vancouver’s North Shore
• Featuring stunning city skyline views and a clean, contemporary aesthetic
• Accommodates up to 180 for seated dinners and up to 600 guests throughout the building for stand-up receptions

The Vendors that helped bring the magic…

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UBC Botanical Garden as captured by Butter Studios

With DreamGroup founding planner Genève McNally ~ Enjoy the full story on the DreamGroup blog We Say Ganbei.

VENUE FACTS

• The UBC Botanical Garden features several spaces in which to host a wedding
• The Contemporary Lawn & Arbour is the most popular space and can accommodate up to 250 people for a ceremony, reception, or both
• The Main Lawn is framed by a forest and pond, great for larger, fully tented events of 300 seated and 500 as a cocktail reception

The Vendors that helped bring the magic…

• Caterer: Savoury Chef
• Videographer: Memento Films
• Flowers: Granville Island Florist
• Furniture & Arches: Bespoke Decor
• Bride’s Makeup: Allison Giroday
• Bride’s Hair: Jes Corrinne
• Wedding Party Hair & Makeup: The Glamoury
• DJ: Girl on Wax
• Live Music: Musical Occasions
• Washroom Trailer: Sunrise Washroom Rentals
• Hedges: Reel Silks
• Photo Studio: Adam & Kev
• Marriage Commissioner: Karen Ell
• Valet: Park Avenue
• Transportation: Pacific Harmony Limousine
• Luxury Vehicles: Luxury Life Limousine
• Rentals: A&B Party & Event Rentals
• Late Night Snack: Hugo’s Churros

 

 

The Pipe Shop as captured by The Macleans

With DreamGroup planner Brynn Belisle

VENUE FACTS

• The Pipe Shop is a beautiful North Vancouver open concept venue able to accommodate up to 360 guests
• The space is a blank canvas, which allows for each event to be 100% personalized
• All rentals, decor, catering, etc. will need to be brought in using outside providers
• They require professional and experienced planers be involved in your wedding plan

The Vendors that helped bring the magic…

 

 

UBC Boathouse as captured by SambaJoy

With DreamGroup planner Jill Bryan ~ Enjoy the full story on the DreamGroup Blog A Family Romance

VENUE FACTS

• The John M.S. Lecky UBC Boathouse provides a stunning up close and personal floating water view setting
• The space can accommodate up to 150 people for a seated dinner, 180 for a cocktail reception
• They offer a unique outdoor ceremony area on the dock with the coolest water-sourround view

The Vendors that helped bring the magic…

 

The Vancouver Club as captured by Joel & Justyna Photographers

With DreamGroup planner Brynn Belisle ~ Enjoy the full story on the DreamGroup Blog It’s Electric

VENUE FACTS

• The Vancouver Club is an historic icon set in the heart of downtown Vancouver with a 135+ year history
• It offers several areas in which to host ceremonies and/or receptions from 40-200+ people pending menu style
• Spaces include the Grand Ballroom, Georgian Room, University Rooms, and Lobby (with buyouts only)

The Vendors that helped bring the magic…

 

 

Fairmont Pac Rim as captured by Beige Weddings

With DreamGroup planner Jessie Kumagai ~ Enjoy the full story on the DreamGroup blog A Midsummer Night’s Dream

VENUE FACTS

• The Fairmont Pac Rim is an modern luxury venue in the heart of downtown Vancouver
• It offers several ballroom options able to accommodate large-scale weddings of up to 500 people
• Flexible ceremony options in both ballroom and natural light settings

The Vendors that helped bring the magic…

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The Permanent as captured by Erin Fraser Photography

With DreamGroup planner Brynn Belisle

VENUE FACTS

• The Permanent is a beautifully restored multi-level heritage venue erected over a century ago
• It can accommodate up to 130 guests for a seated dinner and up to 250 guests for a standing reception with mixed seating
• Host your ceremony with its infamous bank vault as your backdrop

The Vendors that helped bring the magic…

 

Rosewood Hotel Georgia as captured by JuMi Story

With DreamGroup planner Sandy Hoong ~ Enjoy the full story on the DreamGroup Blog The Art of Wedding. 

VENUE FACTS

• The Rosewood Hotel Georgia offers an artful blend of Roaring Twenties grandeur and contemporary glamour in the heart of Downtown Vancouver
• The luxuriously impressive Spanish Ballroom accommodates 160-180 comfortably for a seated dinner and dance
• The Promenade offers the perfect complementary ceremony location which transitions beautifully into a welcoming Cocktail Reception space
• Several smaller private rooms are perfect for more intimate weddings or “getting ready” spaces

The Vendors that helped bring the magic…

 

The Loft at Earls as captured by SambaJoy

With DreamGroup planner Chrissie Vides ~ Enjoy the full story on the DreamGroup blog Neon Jungle Fever 

The Vendors that helped bring the magic…

 

Brock House as captured by The Godard’s Photography

With DreamGroup founding planner Genève McNally ~ Enjoy the full story on the DreamGroup blog Marry Me Juliet 

VENUE FACTS

• Brock House, steeped in history since its construction in 1912, is an historic Tudor revival mansion situated on Jericho Beach
• Offers breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, surrounded by lovely gardens, and is home to a magestic Oak Tree, the perfect ceremony backdrop
• It’s 1800 square foot white garden tent offers a quintessential space for the perfect west coast wedding reception

The Vendors that helped bring the magic…

• Ceremony + Reception Venue: Brock House
• Officiant: Rabbi Cahana
• Photography: The Godard’s Photography
• Video: Hello Tomorrow
• Flowers: Celsia Floral
• Decor: Ruffled Rose Co.
• Makeup: Denise Elliott Beauty Co.
• Hair: Halo Salon
• Wedding Cake: Edible Flours
• DJ: Musos Entertainment
• Live Music: Lyla Lee Quartet
• Transportation: Luxury Life Limousine
• Disco Ball Rental: Loungeworks
• Guest Book: Teleguestbook

 

Phew! And that’s a venue wrap from your DreamGroup Planners.