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Facilities & Venue Rentals

Confederation Centre of the Arts offers one of the largest convention and meeting facilities in Prince Edward Island. With over 26,000 sq. ft. of functional event space, the Centre is within walking distance of several major hotels, shops, music venues, and restaurants. The Centre offers a diverse range of venues to suit every occasion, from intimate gatherings to large-scale conferences. Explore our elegant galleries, versatile meeting rooms, and spacious outdoor spaces, each designed with flexibility and sophistication in mind. Whether you’re planning a corporate seminar, a festive reception, or a creative workshop, our world-class venues are equipped with state-of-the-art amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience. 

Sobey Family Theatre

A premiere performance or conference venue, the Sobey Family Theatre hosts performing artists and speakers, including those from The Charlottetown FestivalLIVE @ the Centre and the Symons Medal Presentation and Lecture.  If it is a theatrical dining experience you seek, ask about hosting a banquet on the main stage – an experience your delegates will never forget. 

Dimensions
N/A
Sq. ft.
N/A
Banquet
120
Theatre
1100
Reception
200

Upper Theatre Foyer

Dimensions
120′ x 18′
Sq. ft.
2160
Banquet
N/A
Theatre
N/A
Reception
175

Lower Theatre Foyer

Dimensions
120′ x 18′
Sq. ft.
4560
Banquet
N/A
Theatre
N/A
Reception
450

The Mack

The Mack is perfect for entertaining your group after a busy day of meetings. Let your delegates get into the spirit of things with a cocktail hour for up to 250 or a dinner for up to 120 people. After dinner, sit back, relax, and enjoy your awards ceremony, slideshow, or some enchanting entertainment in your own private theatre.

Dimensions
54′ x 47′
Sq. ft.
2397
Banquet
120-150
Theatre
120-150
Reception
225

Memorial Hall

Memorial Hall provides one of the most dramatic event spaces on the Island. With marble walls and a twenty-five-foot-high skylight ceiling, this beautiful room is the crown jewel of the Centre, looking out onto the Amphitheatre and Province House. Whether hosting a national conference, lecture, or a wedding, Memorial Hall will provide the unforgettable atmosphere you are looking for. Its marble-lined walls and glass top roof create an elegant ambiance, perfect for your event.

Dimensions
54′ x 54′
Sq. ft.
2916
Banquet
180-200
Theatre
272
Reception
400

Frederic S. and Ogden Martin Concourse Gallery

The main halls and passages of the Centre can provide interesting backdrops for casual meetings or functional extensions for events in Memorial Hall or the two Studios. All areas are functional and spacious and have views of the Courtyard, the Sculpture Garden, and the Art Gallery’s concourse display cases. The concourses are also ideal for trade shows and breakout meeting spaces.

Dimensions
N/A
Sq. ft.
8000
Banquet
540
Theatre
N/A
Reception
800

Studio 1

More intimate than The Mack, Studio 1 provides a dramatic setting for anything you may be planning. Whether it is a team-building seminar, client reception, staff party, or management dinner, Studio 1 can provide a flexible and distinctive atmosphere. Studio 1 is ideal for lectures, meetings, dances or parties, this room provides both flexibility and intimacy, with access to the courtyard lounge. Studio 1, our outdoor courtyard and courtyard lounge may be used together for larger gatherings.

Dimensions
64′ x 35′
Sq. ft.
2240
Banquet
80
Theatre
100
Reception
100

H. Wayne Hambly Boardroom

The H. Wayne Hambly Boardroom offers an executive environment and relaxing atmosphere. Found close to the Victoria Row entrance of the Centre, this stately room has a long boardroom table, wood finishes, and natural lighting present the perfect setting for those important meetings. The boardroom table seats 20 people. Room rental includes a built-in projector and screen.

Dimensions
34′ x 24′
Sq. ft.
840
Banquet
N/A
Theatre
N/A
Reception
30

The Charles & Pauline Scott Courtyard

Located in the heart of the Centre with stunning blossoming plant life and modern cobblestone, our outdoor Courtyard provides a vibrant location to host any type of gathering, reception or intimate wedding ceremonies.

Dimensions
50′ x 20′
Sq. ft.
1008
Banquet
40
Theatre
50
Reception
50

Room 2209

With views of the courtyard, this space is ideal for business meetings, group dining, or cocktail receptions

Dimensions
18’ x 58
Sq. ft.
1044
Banquet
60
Theatre
80
Reception
80

Mavor’s Lounge

Mavor’s Lounge offers a sophisticated setting with its picturesque views of the foliage in the courtyard. Its versatility makes it suitable for a range of events including business meetings, group dining, or cocktail receptions. Adjacent to Studio 1 and the Charles & Pauline Scott Courtyard, the lounge features a custom-built bar and vibrant up lighting, creating the perfect ambiance for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a professional gathering or a celebratory event, the Mavor’s Lounge provides an elegant and inviting space for guests to enjoy.

Dimensions
N/A
Sq. ft.
2100
Banquet
40
Theatre
40
Reception
50

Learn more about Venue Rentals

Contact Kristen Jay, Sales Manager
902-629-1167 or [email protected]