Engagement parties
- Up to 100 guests
- 3-hour minimum
Engagement party venue in Toronto
Mostly standing and talking. A bar on the floor, room for a hundred, and a screen.
The room
Built for standing and mingling
Rarely a sit-down. The floor clears to lounge groupings and high tables, with the bar at the centre of it.
For the speeches and the slideshow
A projector and Bluetooth sound run a montage or a playlist off a laptop. The room is bookable to 2:00am.
Setting up
Ways to lay it out
- Clear the centre of the floor and group lounge seating around the edges
- Put LED cocktail tables through the middle for people to stand at
- Run the bar as the focal point rather than tucking it away
- Use the projector for a photo montage during the speeches
Add-ons
Extras that fit
- Bartender
- Catering
- LED cocktail tables
- Bar stools
- Floral wall
- Photo booth (with backdrop + props)
Questions
How much does it cost to rent Half Note for an engagement party?
The room is priced hourly for the whole 2,900 sq ft floor, and the rate depends on the day and the time of day. Send your date, rough headcount and the hours you need, and we will come back with a quote.
How many guests can Half Note hold?
The room holds up to 100 people across 2,900 sq ft of open floor. If your guest list is larger, get in touch before booking.
Can we have a bartender?
Yes — a bartender can be booked for the event, and the presentation bar is on the event floor.
Can we book late at night?
The room is bookable from 8:00am to 2:00am, seven days a week. 2:00am is the hard close, so plan tear-down to finish before then. Bookings outside those hours need to be confirmed by email first.
Is there a minimum booking?
Yes — 3 hours. Longer bookings work out better per hour, so tell us the full span you need when you enquire.
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Planning an engagement party?
Send the date, rough headcount and what you have in mind, and we will come back with a quote.