If you’re in the midst of your venue search or you just like keeping on with the latest venues in Toronto, you’re in luck! Every few months, we compile our top picks for Toronto’s best “hidden gem” wedding places and share ’em out with y’all! This is one of the best ways to find the most unique wedding locations. And it’s the best way for you to book all the newest venue spaces before they’re discovered by the masses – let the games begin!
By the way, in case you missed it, here’s a link to our previous article hidden gems – part I article. Happy planning!
Aperture Room
340 Yonge Street,Toronto, ON
Located on the third floor of the historic Thornton-Smith building, Aperture Room offers a stylish, loft-like space that can accommodate up to 180 guests. The name is derived from one of the building’s most prominent tenants, The Camera Exchange, which occupied all four floors in 1966.
The building’s striking façade makes it a stunning destination for any social or corporate event. Covered with light-grey Indiana limestone, the renowned heritage property features five two-storey showroom windows topped with stone arches, while the interior space boasts three large skylights, restored hardwood floors, exposed brick walls, a chalkboard graffiti wall, and a custom-designed bar.
Propeller Coffee Co
50 Wade Ave, Toronto, ON
Propeller Coffee Co. is a specialty coffee roastery, cafe, and event space located in the heart of one of Toronto’s up-and-coming art communities. With a nod to its historical use as a metal factory, the space has kept its industrial feel, including a clear view through sliding glass doors of the the roasting room.
The event area is a light-filled and elegant 2600 sq ft, featuring exposed brick, high ceilings, and west-facing windows. It can accommodate 100 seated or 150 cocktail style, for weddings, engagements, special dinners, corporate events and pop-up events or team-building coffee tastings. And of course, Propeller provides an outstanding coffee service! Check out EventSource.ca’s coverage of their event space launch here.
Alderlea
40 Elizabeth Street S., Brampton, ON
You’ll love this elegant 19th century mansion in downtown Brampton. Alderlea is a heritage home that has been beautifully restored into a special event centre, which has just opened for weddings, social gatherings, photo shoots, celebrations of life and corporate events.
Alderlea’s main reception space, the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Pavilion, merges historical charm with innovative green design. This grand space features floor-to-ceiling windows and opens out onto exquisitely landscaped gardens. The elegant Parlour and Board Room feature high ceilings and original fireplaces. This venue perfectly combines privacy, elegant surroundings and impeccable services to meet your needs.
Alton Mill
1402 Queen St, Caledon, ON
A unique heritage Venue housing 25 galleries and studios, The Alton Mill Arts Centre is the perfect space for those in search of a truly unique event space. The surrounding property is breathtaking and the architecture is fantastic.
Amsterdam Brewery
45 Esandar Dr., Toronto, ON
Amsterdam Brewery is a local craft brewery, located in the heart of Toronto’s Leaside Village. The brewery features a unique 2000-square-foot event venue that can accommodate events with up to 200 guests. Highlighted attractions of the space include high ceilings at 27 ft, open wall space, a distressed wood bar with 10 available taps, kitchen with a convection oven and warmer. There is free parking, wheelchair-accessible washrooms, a gorgeous view of Amsterdam’s state-of-the-art brew house, and an AV system.
Did we miss any other hidden gems? Drop us a line and let us know!
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