Ottawa Wedding Venue

November 28, 2015 / no comments

Today we focus on the different spaces and areas you can get married in the Ottawa/Gatineau and Surrounding areas. This blog is for those that are finding it difficult to find the perfect wedding venue in Ottawa. Don’t forget these venues can host other special moments such as birthday celebrations, baby baptisms, engagement parties, graduation parties, fundraisers, company retreats, galas and any other special event that you can think of.

I will start with banquet halls. With a little help of lighting and the perfect décor, you can transform any room into anything you can dream of.

Banquet Halls

Think the RA Centre, Tudor hallSt Elias and the Marconi Centre! The good thing about hosting weddings at a banquet hall, is that they come equipped with their own caterer, staffing and all the necessary items you will need to host a great event. You also have the great advantages of decorating them how you want! Some newer venues to also consider is the likes of the Century Planning & Events located about 15 minutes South of Ottawa, the Center is one of Ottawa’s premier wedding and reception venues that you could use to create an unmatched wedding experience.

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Source: RA Centre- Photo by Mike & Ness Photo, Wedding décor by RSVP Events

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Century Wedding & Events

Source: Venue Century Weddings & Events, Photographer: 3Stems Photography, Décor & Planning by RSVP Events

Farms and Tents

Orchardview weddings & Events, Bean Town Ranch, Temple’s Sugar bush and Strathmere are a few of our farm -like venues that we love. Stonefileds heritage farm can host up to a 120 guests. They offer exclusivity access to their historic farm for your wedding. This venue can offer you the rustic look and its a plus if you are looking for a rustic wedding venue style as you wont need much in terms of decor.

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Source: Stonefields- Photo: Mark Cooper Photography

Museums

Looking to spend a few more dollars, consider getting hitched in the newly-renovated Canadian Museum of Nature ! You can do a lot with this gorgeous venue. The Museum offers in-house catering, but you are also more than welcome to choose from a list of their preferred caterers which include Gourmet Cuisine (The in house caterer, Thyme and Again,  Tulips & Maple, By Town Catering and Creative Kosher Catering. Another favourite is the War Museum and the Museum of History. They offer a choice of 3 caterers: Distinction (amazing company- the in house caterer,  the Westin and the East India Company for all the South Asian Weddings.

Other museums worth mentioning include Canada’s Cold War Museum, the gorgeous National Aviation Museum and the National Library and Archives! We love to work with Museums as you can do so much with the space by styling it well. Ottawa offers the best Museum wedding venues in my opinion.

Museum of Nature

Source Museum of Nature / photo by: Brittany Lee Photos

Restaurants

Planning on hosting a wedding at a restaurant, consider a few of these great options- The Courtyard, Restaurant E18htten on York street, NeXT  (AMAZING FOOD) in Kanata &  Lagos bar and grill which over looks the river. These venues are really modern and require little décor. I would use lighting and flowers to get the extra elegant needed touch to make it work. A few honorable mentions include the Urban Element which is extremely elegant, SidedoorMillstreet Pub and Le Cordon Bleu Signatures.

millstreet pub weddingsSource: Millstreet pub Weddings/ Photo Laura Kelly Photography

Galleries and Theatres

My two favourite places to host weddings are the  National Gallery of Canada and the National Arts Centre also popularly known as the NAC.   The Cube, Wall Space, and the Great Canadian Theatre Company all offer wonderful open spaces to plan any event.

Outdoor Spaces

Ottawa is definitely a gorgeous city with lots of green spaces. Most locations allow for you to host weddings with a special events permit.  I love, love the Herb Garden Centre! The Herb Garden is Ottawa’s most enchanting and unique location and it is located twenty minutes west of Scotiabank Place (at the corner of Old Almonte Road and Upper Dwyer Hill Road). Keep in mind that planning a wedding at such venue, requires you to bring your own caterers.  Another favourite is the Billings Estate. They do not have restrictions on what caterer to use which is a big plus in my books. The venue is pretty secluded which gives a very private feel to it.

The Herb Garden WeddingsSource: Via Herb Garden Website

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Community Centers

Community centres offer large spaces and are ideal for huge weddings. I love to work with the Glebe Community centre located in the Glebe.  Take a look at this gorgeous wedding captured by Laura Kelly Photography!  Another popular venue is the Wabano Centre located in the Vanier area. Other halls to consider would be the Ottawa University Tabaret Hall , Ukrainian Banquet Hall and the Visitation Banquet Centre !

The Wabano Centre

Hotels 

If you are thinking of hosting your wedding at a hotel, think Le Chateau Laurier, The Brookstreet in Kanata and the Ottawa Marriott with it’s 360 revolving room over looking the Ottawa city.

Le Chateau Laurier

Source: Le Chateau Laurier Website

Gatineau Venues

Gatineau Wedding venues – The Gatineau wedding venues that we absolute love is definitely Le Belvedere . Le Belvédère is located a short drive north of Ottawa, nestled on a magnificent cliff near the historic riverside village of Wakefield Québec. It can host about 200 people. This venue is absolutely breathtaking and you would need to pay it a visit yourself to believe it. The ceremony location  over looks the Gatineau Hills-WOW. Have a wedding at the Mill. The Wakefield Mill is located in the Gatineau parks and this makes for beautiful enchanting wedding photos. The price point is very reasonable. Give it a try! Another new location is the Vignoble de Chelsea! I am dying to plan a wedding at this location.

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Le Belvedere. Photo from Love and Laughter Photography

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The Vignoble de Chelsea

Ottawa’s Newest Wedding Venue 

Think Aquatopia water garden conservative! Aquatopia is an elegant, glass-enclosed conservatory, home to a dramatic events venue, on-site café, completely immersive aquatic garden retail experience and the largest indoor water garden open to the public. Evermore Weddings & Events is an elegant country style wedding venue located on 45 acres of farmland close to Almonte!

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Source: Aquatopia- photo from website

I hope this gives you a great idea of venues that are located in and around the Ottawa area. Did we miss anything? Tell us in the comments below. If you need help planning weddings, please do not hesitate to contact us. Take a look at our partnered venues here!

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Your Wedding-in-a-Box

August 18, 2015 / no comments

Overwhelmed by the idea of planning your wedding? Don’t know where to start with so many things to think about? Let RSVP help make your dream day unfold seamlessly with our specially designed plan, “Wedding-in-a-Box.”

 

We offer two packages: the Regular Package starting at $14,500 and the Gold Package, $24, 500 for those couples who want a more extravagant wedding, as you will get to partner with some of Ottawa’s most luxurious vendors.

The Regular package includes a dedicated wedding planner to help you every step of the way, as well as the essentials like one of our 13 venues, a photographer, the decor, flowers, DJ and of course, the cake!

The Gold package goes even further to offer you one of our five finest venues in Ottawa. In addition couples receive floral centerpieces, hair and make-up services, a videographer and the food. A premium choice to make your special day even more perfect.

RSVP recognizes that it’s the little touches that really matter! Therefore, upgrades such as flowers or décor are not a problem – we’re there to help create your vision.

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Orchard View Wedding & Conference Center

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Orchard View Wedding & Conference Center

So why is everyone picking our “Wedding in a Box” package? You receive wedding planning/services valued at over $23,000 but for $14,500 + HST based on 80 guests. An amazing deal!

Choose from one of our 13 partnered venues in Ottawa. Each different venue offering a unique menu.

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Brookstreet Hotel

You receive a 2 hour hair and make-up trial from one of our two renowned salons for the bride and bridesmaids plus the wedding day itself.

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The Capelli Club

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The Capelli Club

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The Capelli Club

Not to mention the services of a high quality wedding photographer for 8 hours as well as a CD/DVD of 300 images taken on the day (50 edited) 2 hour engagement shoot /50 images from the engagement (10 edited)…

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Mike & Ness Photography

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Mike & Ness Photography

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Brittany Lee Photography

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From among our decor designs you get 15 table covers and runners, matching napkins, 15 centrepieces, Head table/ cake table treatment, table numbers and illuminated princess lights.

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Ottawa Marriott – Summit Room

Orchard View Wedding & Conference Center

Orchard View Wedding & Conference Center

In addition, you will meet with Beaudry Florist to pick 4 bouquets and boutonnieres of your choice.

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Love & Laughter Photography

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Ashley Notley Photography

As well as a top notch pastry artist for the cake and cupcakes!

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Cake Artist: Sweet Songs

JS Creations Cake Emporium

JS Creations Cake Emporium

Most importantly, one of our knowledgeable wedding planners is there to assist you every step of the way! She will be on hand to deal with the venue and vendor meetings, wedding etiquette, guest and seating plan arrangements, creation of the wedding day itinerary and so much more.

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It’s easy to see why there is a buzz about RSVP’s “Wedding-in-a-Box” couples have been known to spend over $10,000 for the wedding venue alone! But when choosing the Wedding-in-a-Box package all of this is taken care of, the choices can be fun and headache free, not to mention the money you will save!

This package is designed to be simple – simply follow these steps:

  1. Explore the expertise of fabulous vendors & their offerings involved in this package at www.myweddinginabox.ca
  2. Book your free wedding consultation with an RSVP event specialist online by emailing Planner@myweddinginabox.ca
  3. Confirm with your planner that your date is available with your chosen venue; choose your Photographer, Pastry Artist, Décor, Flowers and more.
  4. Relax & Enjoy the wedding planning process

Cheers!
RSVP Events | Ottawa Corporate & Event Planners
c: (613) 219-3552

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Ottawa’s Hidden Gems

July 29, 2015 / no comments

Stonefields: Event Destination

A Stonefields Wedding. Photos by Ottawa Wedding Photographer Andrew Van Beek.

Stonefields is the perfect venue to hold a country chic wedding!…

“Prepare for the ceremony in the great room with your bridal party and in the Badchild Pub with your groomsmen.”

“Tie the knot on the front steps of our stone farmhouse or nestled between our rustic barns with rolling fields as your backdrop.”

“Guide your guests to the courtyard for cocktail hour while you and your wedding party pose for pictures around the farm.”

“Escape the excitement for some quiet time with your beloved in the Hawkins Settler’s Cabin.”

      “Celebrate with a sumptuous meal and dance the night away at your reception in our event barn.”

Sounds like the ideal wedding day doesn’t it!?

While visiting this lovely historical property you will find log cabins and rustic barns, plus acres and acres of rolling farmland and country gardens. Stonefields hosts all kinds of events from weddings to special gatherings in their event barn, making it the perfect outdoor wedding and events destination.

When booking at Stonefields, you will receive exclusive use of their property as they offer a variety of choices for your ceremony location and cocktail hour. Finally, when it comes time for dinner, you and your guest can enjoy a lovely prepared meal made freshly on-site by the Stonefields culinary team. With the fall season quickly arising, it is no doubt the lovely couple Stephanie Brown and Steve Malenfant are fully booked!

Location: 1985 9th Line Beckwith ON K7C 3P2 (Near Carleton Place)

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 Aquatopia: Water Garden Conservatory

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“This four-season paradise provides year-round public access to a tropical oasis.”

The Aquatopia is a greenhouse full of tropical plants, streams and falls making it the perfect venue for a secret garden wedding. While you are here, you will enjoy experiencing not only being surround by beautiful water gardens but also the delicate scents that fill the air. As the sun streams through the glass walls and ceilings, your day will be made complete as it creates a heavenly atmosphere for an enchanting ceremony. This venue truly creates that magical feeling every photographer dreams of captivating – beautiful endless moments.

However, that is not all this lovely water garn conservatory offers. Following the ceremony, you and your guests can enjoy a gourmet meal with exceptional presentation provided by Tulips & Maple, one of Ottawa’s finest, award-winning catering establishments. To end your evening, you and your guests can enjoy a night of dancing under the stars no matter the season!

Location: 2710 March Road, Carp, ON, K0A 1L0

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Le Belvedere: A Venue With a View

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Settled on the side of one of Gatineau’s glorious cliffs, you and your guests can enjoy the breathtaking view from the Le Belvedere, as it overlooks the small town of Wakefield, QC. By providing such a space with a spectacular scenery accompanied by its culinary cuisine, this venue has been crowd one of Ottawa’s finest wedding venues.

People from all over the world travel to the Le Belvedere for their special day, as it is one of the most picturesque venues you will ever see. Their facility includes exclusive use of the Le Belvedere for your wedding reception and a gorgeous outdoor terrace; perfect for wedding ceremonies up to 200 people. In addition, the venue offers additional amenities such as their outdoor deck with lounge seating, fire pits and an outdoor bar as well as accommodations.

“Le Belvédère is sure to make any event enjoyable and memorable.”

Location: 40 Des Sentiers, Wakefield, Quebec, JOX 3GO

 

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RSVP Would be more than happy to help you plan your wedding at any one of these three fabulous venues!

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Sources:

www.stonefieldsheritagefarm.ca, www.aquatopiaevents.com, www.lebelvedere.ca

PhotoSources:  www.fifteenfiftyone.cablacklambphotography.melissajohnstonphotography.com,

 andrewvanbeek.comstonefieldsheritagefarm.blogspot.compondclinic.com

www.ottawalife.com,www.unioneleven.com, www.rowellphoto.com, ww.thirdflooryork.com