Facility Rentals

The City of Stratford's Community Services Department offers a variety of rental halls and meeting spaces, perfect for everything from small meetings to large private and public events. Each space has unique features, and our team is here to help you find the ideal space for your event needs.

Based on the facility, we can provide tables and chairs, room set-up and take down, kitchen facilities and free parking. Please confirm specific services for each facility before booking.

To book a facility or for information about rental rates and availability, refer to the contact information for each facility space in the drop-down menus below.

Halls and Meeting Space Rentals

Location: 1 Wellington Street

This historic building features a beautiful auditorium, ideal for meetings, performances, film screenings, cultural events and more. This space offers a unique setting for events right in the heart of downtown.

City Hall Auditorium

  • Up to 195 people seated theatre-style (balcony and auditorium)
  • Tables and chairs
  • Projector, screen, podium available
  • Permanent stage with stairs

For more information and to book this space, please email recreation programs or call 519-271-0250 extension 286

A historic Auditorium with a stage and empty chairs set up

 

Location: 357 McCarthy Road

This versatile sports and event facility features a newly renovated main hall, various meeting spaces, ample free parking and a range of amenities to accommodate various events.

Agriplex Boardroom

  • Room dimensions: 27’ x 18’
  • Boardroom seating for up to 12 people
  • Bright natural light
  • Screen and projector available

For more information and to book this space, please email recreation programs or call 519-271-0250 extension 249

A boardroom with a table and chairs.

Agriplex Community Hall

  • Room dimensions: 74’ x 90’
  • Up to 300 people
  • Tables and chairs available
  • Projector, screen, podium
  • Adjacent commercial kitchen (additional rental)
  • Service window, permanent stage
  • Private washroom facilities

For more information and to book this space, please email recreation programs or call 519-271-0250 extension 249

A large empty banquet hall.

Ritsma Room

  • Room dimensions: 32’ x 46’
  • Up to 100 people seated
  • Tables and chairs available
  • Projector, screen, podium
  • Adjacent commercial kitchen (additional rental)
  • Service window

For more information and to book this space, please email recreation programs or call 519-271-0250, extension 286

Location: 353 McCarthy Road

This facility is an impressive venue for sports, cultural and private events such as conferences, trade shows, banquets, celebrations and weddings. It features two NHL-size ice rinks, various meeting spaces, a dividable multi-use hall, ample free parking and food and beverage amenities.

Community Halls

  • Room dimensions: four 50′ x 118′ halls, convertible into one large hall
  • Up to 300 people per hall
  • Tables and chairs available
  • Two large kitchens, multiple service windows, ice machine
  • Stage available, in-house microphone sound system
  • Loading dock

For more information and to book this space, please email recreations staff  or call 519-271-0250, extension 286

A banquet hall with chairs in rows.

*Photo is of one hall.

Mansbridge Room

  • Room dimensions: 30’ x 24’
  • Boardroom seating for up to 16 people
  • Large U-shaped boardroom table
  • Digital screen and laptop hook up
  • Mini fridge, private entrance

For more information and to book this space, please email recreations staff or call 519-271-0250 extension 252

A table and row of boardroom chairs.

Tim Taylor Lounge

  • Room dimensions: 56’ x 38’
  • Up to 120 people
  • Tables and chairs available
  • Projector, screen, podium, mic
  • Private washroom facilities
  • Sink, fridge and service window

For more information and to book this space, please email recreations staff or call 519-271-0250 extension 252

A large meeting room with empty chairs facing a screen and podium.

Location: 15 Morenz Drive

This historic arena features an Upper Hall, a rental space suitable for banquets and other events.

Upper Hall

  • Room dimensions: 123’ x 12’
  • Capacity varies greatly by use
  • Adjacent commercial kitchen
  • Permanent stage
  • Service window

For more information and to book this space, please email recreations staff or call 519-271-0250 extension 252

A large hall with tables and chairs set up.

All City of Stratford rentals require insurance, a signed rental contract and deposit. Individuals can either purchase insurance through the City of Stratford for an additional fee or provide their own certificate of insurance, up to $5,000,000, listing the City of Stratford as additionally insured.

The City of Stratford has a Municipal Alcohol Policy that applies to all rentals where alcohol is involved.

Birthday Party Package

Looking for a fun and hassle-free way to celebrate your child’s birthday? The City of Stratford is now offering an exciting birthday party package for your child to celebrate with up to 20 of their friends. Visit the Birthday Parties page for more information.

Outdoor Special Events

Hosting an outdoor event on municipal property? Special Event Permits are required for all organized outdoor events held on municipal property including City streets, sidewalks, trails, parks, open space, and Market Square. Visit the Outdoor Special Events page for more information.

 

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