Welcome to the Perfect Setting for Events of Distinction
Nestled in downtown Winnipeg at the corner of Broadway and Main and neighbouring Upper Fort Garry Provincial Park, Manitoba Club is Winnipeg’s premier venue for hosting corporate and private events of distinction. The historical club house balances more than 140 years of experience with urban grandeur, culinary excellence and leading meeting/conference technology to create exceptional guest experiences. Manitoba Club offers its members the use of its meeting and event rooms (from 2–450 guests) at no cost.*
Please contact Emily Olson, Member & Corporate Events Manager, for a catering package and browse the room gallery below. The club is available for galas, client appreciations, dinners, meetings, receptions and retirement parties. Members are welcome to book off-site catering or to host private events (birthdays, wedding showers, celebrations of life and anniversaries and so much more).
*At no cost so long as the food and beverage expenditure, in advance of taxes and surcharge, is greater than the posted member room rental.
Room Gallery & Specs
The Grand Ballroom is a stunning representation of Manitoba's finest and most well-appointed ballrooms. Tall ceilings adorned with crystal chandeliers, ornate crown molding and detailed wainscoting offer unmatched luxury and elegance. The Grand Ballroom has four inset, large-format screens capable of showing presentations throughout the room. Combined with the room's full black-out capabilities, wireless internet, audio technology and acoustical engineering, the Grand Ballroom is a versatile space for presentations and events.
| GRAND BALLROOM CAPACITIES | |
|---|---|
| Served Meal | 200 people |
| Buffet-Style Service (Setup in Oak Room) |
200 people |
| Stand-Up Reception | 450 people |
| Theatre-Style Seating | 280 people |
Grand Ballroom I is the most intimate of the club's ballrooms. Encased within the west wall is a large-format screen for broadcasting presentations. Full wireless internet and audio capabilities make this space the ideal venue for business meetings, special presentations and private dining. The flexibility of this space allows for many different room setups. When combined with the adjacent Bridge Room, the space is ideal for pre-event beverage and hors d'oeuvre services.
| GRAND BALLROOM I CAPACITIES | |
|---|---|
| Served Meal | 40 people |
| Buffet-Style Service (Setup in the Bridge Room) |
40 people |
| Stand-Up Reception | 75 people |
| U-Shaped Setup | 20 people |
| Open Square Setup | 28 people |
| Board-Style Setup | 22 people |
| Theatre-Style Setup | 50 people |
Grand Ballroom II is the largest of the three ballrooms and offers possibilities for a wide range of events. Stand-up receptions, dinners and presentations are just the start of events ideally suited to this space. Tall ceilings adorned with crystal chandeliers, ornate crown molding and detailed wainscoting offer unmatched luxury and elegance. Grand Ballroom II is home to two inset, large-format displays that can broadcast presentations throughout the room. Combined with the room's full black-out capabilities, wireless internet, audio technology and acoustical engineering, the Grand Ballroom is a versatile space for presentations and events.
| Grand Ballroom II Capacities | |
|---|---|
| Served Meal | 120 people |
| Buffet-Style Service (setup in room) |
90 people |
| Buffet-Style Service (setup in Galleria) |
120 people |
| Stand-Up Reception | 200 people |
| Theatre-Style Setup | 180 people |
Grand Ballroom III is a perfect setting for mid-sized business meetings and private dining. Combining this space with the Galleria's bar makes an inviting pre-event cocktail area. Combined with the room's full black-out capabilities, large-format screen, wireless internet, audio technology and acoustical engineering, Grand Ballroom is a versatile space for presentations and events.
| Grand Ballroom III Capacities | |
|---|---|
| Served Meals | 56 people |
| Buffet-Style Service (setup in room) |
40 people |
| Buffet-Style Service (setup in Galleria) |
56 Guests |
| Stand-Up Reception | 85 people |
| U-Shaped Setup | 24 people |
| Open Square Setup | 32 people |
| Board-Style Setup | 22 people |
| Theatre-Style Setup | 65 people |
The Oak Room is the club's most historic event setting, unchanged in over 100 years. Its quarter-sawn oak paneling, 16-foot tresseled ceiling and soaring views of the Upper Fort Garry Provincial Park and Bonnycastle Garden make it the perfect setting for cocktail receptions and served or buffet-style meals. The Oak Room also features a charming fireplace and bar, both boasting ornate wood detailing & moldings. A portable display, complete with video conferencing capabilities, can be installed in the space to meet your event's specific audio-video requirements.
| Oak Room Capacities | |
|---|---|
| Served Meal | 50 people |
| Buffet-Style Service | 40 people |
| Stand-Up Reception | 100 people |
| U-Shaped Setup | 24 people |
| Open Square Setup | 32 people |
| Board-Style Setup | 22 people |
| Theater-Style Setup | 100 people |
Manitoba Club | Cuisine (Members & Their Invited Guests Only)
Indulge your senses in a culinary haven where luxury meets gastronomy at our newly unveiled demonstration kitchen, Manitoba Club | Cuisine. Elevate your dining experience with our exquisite chef's tables and interactive stand-up style receptions, offering a front-row seat to culinary mastery.
Embark on a gastronomic journey with our five-, seven- or nine-course tasting menus, meticulously curated to tantalize your taste buds. Guest are invited to experience thoughtful beverage pairings crafted by our team of talented Sommeliers and bartenders. Whether it's an intimate dinner for eight, a client event or a family celebration, our personalized dining options ensure a bespoke experience tailored to your preferences. Host amazing events in this sophisticated space, designed for both culinary exploration and social connection. Join us in redefining the art of dining, where every moment is a celebration, and every bite is an exquisite memory. Welcome to a world where luxury and culinary excellence converge, creating unforgettable moments for you and your guests. Please contact Emily Olson, Member and Corporate Event Manager, for more information relating to the availability of planning processes for all event spaces, including Manitoba Club | Cuisine.Chef’s Table Experiences (Monthly Tasting Menu Offerings)
- Minimum 8 guests
- Maximum 14 guests
Reception Experiences
- Hosted within Manitoba Club | Cuisine (Maximum 24 Guests)
- Hosted within Manitoba Club | Cuisine and The Bridge Room (Maximum 34 Guests)
- Hosted within Manitoba Club | Cuisine, The Bridge Room and Grand Ballroom I (Maximum 65 Guests)
The Galleria is the perfect setting for elegant cocktail and pre-dinner receptions. Tall ceilings adorned with crystal chandeliers, original works of art and ornate crown molding set the atmosphere of grandeur. Centered around the Grand Staircase and Jubilee stained-glass window this space also features of a built-in bar and baby grand piano.
| Galleria Capacities | |
|---|---|
| Stand-Up Reception | 200 people |
The Bridge Room is the smallest of the second-floor meeting and event rooms and offers the perfect respite for a small meeting or intimate dining experience. The room is outfitted with an inset display for presentations. The Bridge Room is also used as a pre-event reception room for lunch or dinner events taking place in Grand Ballroom I.
| The Bridge Room Capacities | |
|---|---|
| Served Meal | 10 people |
The President's Room is a private room nestled in the club's south-west corner used exclusively for meetings and private dining. It has quickly become a venue of choice among Winnipeg's business leaders. The club would be happy to assist in coordinating the addition of audio/visual equipment to accommodate presentations.
The Manitoba Lounge is an ultra-private lounge nestled in the south-west corner of the club and surrounded by original works of art. This lounge is ideal for private entertaining, casual meetings and receptions.
The Fireside Lounge is a private lounge nestled in the south-west corner of the club centred around the warmth of a fireplace and surrounded by original works of art. This lounge is ideal for private entertaining, casual meetings and receptions.
Bonnycastle Garden is Manitoba Club's very own urban oasis in the heart of downtown Winnipeg. This ground-level outdoor setting features lush plantings, string lighting and the finest views of historic Upper Fort Garry Provincial Park. The garden's natural setting is ideal for special occasions, cocktail receptions and private dining.
| Bonnycastle Garden Capacities | |
|---|---|
| Stand-Up Reception | 160 people |
| Theatre-Style | 180 people |
The Billiards Lounge remains virtually unchanged since its inception in the early 1900s. The six regulation size snooker tables offer the single best cue sports lounge in the Province of Manitoba. Above the oak wall paneling are portraits of the Manitoba Club's past presidents, dating back to 1874. Combine this with the antique high-back banquettes, and private members' only cue storage room, this is the venue of choice for relaxed, corporate team-building and networking events. The Billiards Lounge can be reserved for events of many types -- from short six-ball, timed tournaments to fun, instructional sessions. Our in-house Snooker & English Billiards Professional is available to assist with planning and executing any billiards-related events for groups of virtually any size.
| Billiards Room Capacities | |
|---|---|
| Stand-Up Reception | 48 people |
The club's Business Centre is for our member's exclusive use as a dedicated workspace in the heart of downtown Winnipeg. Open daily at 7:00 a.m., this location offers the finest mix of a semi-private workspace in an atmosphere indicative of Manitoba Club. The Business Centre features a central work station that can be sub-divided into up to eight semi-private work stations with privacy glass. The room has two dedicated computer workstations (PC and Mac) for member use. The perimeter of the space features soft seating appropriate for reading the newspaper or catching up on calls and email along with charging stations and a wireless printer. Formerly the Library, the original fireplace mantle has been carefully restored.
| Business Centre Capacities | |
|---|---|
| Served Meals | 2-10 people |
Manitoba Club | Cigar (Members & Their Invited Guests Only)
The cigar sampling room is available to reserve by members for private group use with a capacity of 16 people. The number of guests allowable for group use will be no more than 50% of seated room capacity, therefore, space will always be available for club members who may drop into the cigar retail and sampling room.
Note that as per The Non-Smokers Health Protection Act and the conditions of the Tobacco Retail Sales Act, only cigar products sold by Manitoba Club | Cigar will be permitted to be tested and sampled within the space (including private humidors).
| Cigar Room Capacities | |
|---|---|
| Room Capacity | 32 people |
