Party and Special Event Venue in Ottawa

One of the largest yet most affordable multi-purpose venues in central Ottawa, The St. Elias Centre’s 11,500-plus square feet of multipurpose event space is perfect for any corporate conference, meeting, or function.

Why Saint Elias Centre

We invite you to create something truly magnificent with us!

Special Event venue

Impeccable Quality, Unbeatable Value

Host memorable celebrations at one of Ottawa’s most versatile event venues. Our elegant space delivers outstanding quality and service. Enjoy a beautiful setting for birthdays, anniversaries, and special gatherings.
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Central Location, 
Lots of Parking!

Conveniently located in Ottawa with easy access for guests across the city. Ample on-site parking makes arrivals simple and stress-free. Perfect for family celebrations and community events. A comfortable, accessible venue for everyone.
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External Caterers are Welcomed!

Bring your preferred catering team to create the perfect menu. Our venue welcomes external caterers for cultural celebrations and special events. Enjoy flexibility for food, style, and service.

Reception and Catering

We can easily provide the services of our own in-house culinary team, complete with two cooks that each specialize in delectable Canadian and Lebanese cuisine.

We’re accustomed to large-scale events and handle them with utmost decorum and sophistication, but we also welcome external caterers for any events held at the Saint Elias Centre. The decision is entirely up to you.

Let Us Make Your Special Day Unforgettable

We’d be more than happy to work closely with you to bring the wedding celebration of your dreams to full fruition. No matter how simplified or elaborate your reception held with us is, rest assured that by choosing us as the lucky host location it will be a magical evening full of heartwarming memories.

Contact us today to begin working together to customize a wedding package that meets your needs and budget.

One of the best venues and halls for special events. Located across from Mooney's Bay, this newly upgraded and updated banquet hall boasts a large seating capacity, modern interior design and an upgraded kitchen. Beautifully decorated and spacious, and can host smaller to larger groups for business events, as well as weddings and special occasions. Ample parking adjacent to the facility. You will not be disappointed!
George M
My husband and I held our reception at Saint Elias and we were very pleased with everything! They were very flexible and ensured our special day went by smoothly. Everyone working the night of our wedding was wonderful! Our guests could not stop talking about how delicious the food was throughout the whole evening! Thank you again!
Victoria L
If you’re looking for a venue, look no more. St Elias has everything. Customer service is more than amazing. Food is phenomenal, they were very organised and Brian took all the wedding stress off of us. We ended up having a dream wedding. Highly recommended.
Hala D

Visit Our Gallery

Browse our extensive gallery of photographs at your leisure, and discover the majesty, premium quality, and professionalism we can apply to any event with relative ease.

FAQ

Curious about hosting your next special occasion with us? Our frequently asked questions section covers all the details to help you plan an unforgettable experience tailored to your unique needs.

The venue is suited for weddings, corporate events, religious celebrations, milestone occasions, trade shows, seminars, fundraising events, launches, and private social gatherings.

Guest capacity varies by event style and room configuration, with space available for groups of 50 up to 1,000 attendees.

Absolutely. The venue can be partitioned into smaller sections to better suit private functions, meetings, or tailored event setups.

Saint Elias Centre is situated at 750 Ridgewood Avenue in Ottawa, just minutes from Riverside Drive and directly across from Mooney’s Bay.

Yes. Saint Elias Centre includes over 400 free parking spaces for event attendees.

Absolutely. Saint Elias Centre offers in-house catering options, while also allowing clients to bring in their preferred external caterers.

Yes. Saint Elias Centre offers customizable beverage and bar service options for a variety of events.

Saint Elias Centre features contemporary event spaces, staging, a welcoming lobby, and flexible layouts designed to support many types of events.

Absolutely. Audiovisual equipment is available onsite to support a range of event needs.

Absolutely. Clients are welcome to work with external vendors for decorations, music, entertainment, and additional event services.

Saint Elias Centre can be contacted directly by calling (613) 737-4997 or emailing [email protected].

Book an Event Today!

Have questions or ready to book? Reach out to the Saint Elias Centre team to start planning your event in Ottawa.

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