Toronto, Ontario, is a world-known sports, culture, finance, and entertainment center. People call it The Big Smoke, Queen City, or Hollywood North. Still, it remains a renowned Canadian city with top art galleries, record-breaking skyscrapers like the CN Tower, and a Historic Distillery District filled with vintage charm.
The city's neighborhoods are thrilling; Casa Loma is a historic 1900s residence in downtown Toronto, and the Agha Khan Museum is in North York. There's much to do around town, including visiting the Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex, Kortright Centre for Conservation, Evergreen Brick Works, or Lake Ontario. The city is also the backdrop for the Toronto Jazz Festival, Fringe Festival, the Festival of Beer, and many other special occasions.
Are you hoping to emulate places like The Grand Banking Hall, King West Hotel, Graydon Hall Manor, and Henley Room? Giggster's 525 listings host everything from corporate events to wedding ceremonies. Explore varied lists of Toronto wedding venues to start planning your impending nuptials.
Why Choose Giggster for Your Wedding Reception in Toronto
One King West, Guild Inn Estate, Steam Whistle Brewery, and Giggster's 525 wedding venues in Toronto host corporate functions, grand weddings, and other social events. If you need inspiration to pick the best event venue, browse selections of wedding banquet halls, estates with lush greenery, and lofts with exposed brick walls.
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Host your big day on a rooftop loft near the French Quarters; experience affordable luxury by booking a conveniently located venue with wood-paneled walls and breathtaking city views from all angles. A unique space with a gazebo can elevate the experience.
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Do you envision saying " I do" in the most unique venue with lush greenery? A nature-infused sanctuary is where you should cross over into the next chapter. Explore contemporary spaces with long driveways, fountains, or waterfall features.
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A multi-use loft with large windows, exposed brick walls, and stunning architecture is the perfect venue for your engagement photoshoot or wedding day photos. Search for a location with an outdoor space, props, changeable paper backdrops, and lots of natural light.
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Add meaning to your special day by choosing an intimate setting with historic architecture. Rent an 1800s Victorian house with a great hall and fully functioning kitchen. It's an added plus if the event venue offers in-house catering or allows you to outsource.
Incredible Wedding Reception Venues in Toronto Start at $17/hour
Exceptional Variety & Quality: Giggster has event spaces starting at $17/hour, guaranteeing an award-winning venue featured in films or a tastefully decorated main hall for your nuptials.
Hassle-Free Booking: Find and book your dream wedding venue with a few easy clicks! Our easy-to-navigate platform provides all the details about each event space, including pricing information.
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: Life can happen, and you might not be able to exchange vows on your big day. Our policy gives a grace period to adjust your booking after confirmation and you can cancel within 24 hours as long as the booking is made at least 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Platform Protections: Giggster offers optional event liability insurance covering wedding venues against damages. You can also take advantage of other platform protections, including cancellation coverage.
Pros and Cons of Wedding Receptions in Toronto
Toronto hosts all special occasions; Giggster's 525 wedding venues in Toronto guarantee you a dream location. It helps to know what challenges you might face hosting a wedding in the city and how to solve them.
Advantages
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Toronto has all four seasons, with cherry blossoms blooming in spring and perfect summer weather. The distinct weather makes scheduling an outdoor event easier.
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You can find an outdoor wedding venue by Lake Ontario or surrounded by mountains. The outdoors offers hiking trails to explore and kayaking adventures to chase.
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You can do much around Toronto, from visiting Ripley's Aquarium and CN Tower to dancing at one of the city's trendy clubs. It gives you many options when planning pre-or-post-wedding activities.
Disadvantages
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Toronto is expensive, and the housing costs display it. Despite this, there are still budget-friendly wedding venues in Toronto.
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Long, cold winters make moving around the city taxing; hot summers create insufferable conditions for outdoor events.
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Traffic conditions influence commute times, and renting an easy-to-reach wedding venue to avoid getting caught up in the snarl-ups on your big day.
The Best Wedding Reception Venues in Toronto
Toronto has many event spaces for your intimate ceremony or cocktail reception. Giggster has options, like Toronto Photo Studio Rental & Event Space Loft!, featuring a modern design and the perfect canvas for your special day.
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Mansions – Intimate Weddings. Toronto has many historic homes, and you can find one that retains its original features for a rustic-themed wedding. They usually have features like grand pianos, winding driveways, and decorated foyers, which can all enhance your wedding photos.
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Wedding Banquet Halls – Receptions. As implied, a banquet hall is the best backdrop for a grand feast. You'll find them in resorts, country clubs, and hotels, allowing you to host a grand reception with plated meals or a buffet and a bartending station. They usually also provide event planning, photography, and DJ services.
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Art Galleries – Wedding Photoshoots. An art gallery is an unconventional wedding venue but a lovely place to exchange your vows. Host your ceremony in the function room; the main hall provides a photogenic backdrop for your photos.
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Rooftops – Cocktail Receptions. Toronto has excellent rooftop restaurants, patios, and terraces that can host wedding receptions. You can find covered options and some with indoor/ outdoor spaces, which are good choices when the weather changes.
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Restaurants – Formal Dinners. Restaurants are classic formal diner settings; the reception starts with cocktails, followed by a full-course meal. The space can accommodate dancing and the traditional bouquet toss.
How to Plan Your Wedding Reception in Toronto
Toronto has perfect event backdrops, including flexible venues that accommodate many guests and cozy, intimate settings. Browse our listings for a reception venue that ticks all your boxes. Enhance your big day with these handy wedding-planning tips:
Select the Best Space – Decide if you want two locations for the ceremony and reception or one setting. The venue also affects your event design; for instance, a space with indoor/outdoor areas allows you to host various activities in different spaces.
Hire a Professional Wedding Photographer – The pictures taken during the big day are snapshots of the memorable experience a married couple and their guests had. Look for wedding photographers familiar with documenting special occasions in a similar event space. A test shoot during any other pre-wedding event can help you decide whether to hire a photographer.
Host a Themed Wedding – Besides having a color scheme, planning a themed wedding will make your big day more memorable. Rustic, beach, fairytale, and Gothic are good choices. You can keep it simple with natural and minimalistic options.
Set up a DIY Bar – Guests should leave the wedding venue in Toronto with memories and full bellies. Set up DIY bar stations around the space; guests can have a bite to eat between courses or different activities. Best still, they can grab a bite to eat or drink at their pleasure. Ice cream sundaes, coffee, and cocktail bars are good choices.
Saving Money on Your Wedding Reception in Toronto
Weddings are costly events, especially in an expensive Canadian city like Toronto. Knowing what cost-saving measures you can use will help you stay within budget and enjoy a beautiful wedding.
Reduce your guest list.
The fewer people you invite, the less you'll spend on various wedding aspects. For instance, you'll spend less on the venue and catering, two of the most costly wedding expenses. As a rule of thumb, invite family and closest friends first. It's optional to invite acquaintances and long-lost friends/ family.
Save on your menu.
To put it into perspective, a plated meal costs between $100 and $150 per person, while buffet service or a family-style dinner costs $80 to $120. You might spend even less hiring a food truck, which is a win-win situation since you'll enjoy your favorites, whether tacos, burgers, or pizza. Limit drinks to beer and wine or two signature cocktails instead of having an open bar.
Explore pre-decorated wedding venues.
Most wedding venues are pre-decorated and ready to go; all you need to do is add personalized touches to match your theme or taste—team up with in-house decorators and event planners to make the space your dream wedding setting.
Toronto Wedding Reception Venues with Giggster
Toronto has event spaces for all occasions, and knowing the options and what works for you will help you find the perfect wedding backdrop. Get started on the app by browsing Giggster's wedding venues.
