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1100 Kenaston St., Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3P5 Canada 613-741-5355

FAQs
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WHAT IS THE CAPACITY OF THE BANQUET HALL, AND IS THE VENUE LARGE ENOUGH FOR CORPORATE CONVENTIONS?Our main banquet hall can accommodate up to 700 attendees in a theater or auditorium style setting and approximately 450 in a banquet style setting. The reception area can further accommodate up to 150+ attendees in a standing room setting. Therefore, it is a large enough venue for corporate conventions and much more. Total space of main banquet hall and reception area is approximately 8500 square ft.
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WHAT KIND OF EVENTS CAN THE BANQUET HALL BE RENTED FOR?The banquet hall and reception/lobby areas are ideal (and affordable) for a variety of events, including, Wedding Receptions, Anniversary Celebrations, Corporate Meetings, Staff Christmas Parties, Art Exhibitions, Birthday Parties, Seminars, Auctions, and much more...
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IS A COAT CHECK INCLUDED?A self-serve cloakroom is available with space for over 500 coats.
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HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN FIT AT A TABLE?Santo Cristo Banquet Hall provides the following table types: 72" Round (10-12 people) 60" Round (8-10 people) Rectangle (8-10 people)
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HOW MANY TABLES AND CHAIRS DO YOU HAVE?60" round - 52 tables 72" round - 20 tables 32"X96" rectangular - 10 tables Banquet style chairs - 540 units
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WHAT TIME DO MY VENDORS HAVE ACCESS TO SET UP MY DECOR AND FLORAL?We allow previous day setup after 6pm so you are not rushing on the day of the event.
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HOW CAN I CREATE A FLOOR PLAN?To help you get started we have a sample layout with actual to scale dimensions, and seating charts, at the following link: https://www.santocristobanquethall.com/venue
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HOW BIG IS THE DANCE FLOOR?The dance floor is square and measures 24ft X 24ft.
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DO YOU HAVE STAGING OR RISERS.Yes, we have a total of 9 configurable panels at 36 square feet each, for a total stage area of 324 square feet. These panels can also accommodate different height configurations with 8" and 24" risers. Perfect for head table riser or live bands.
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WILL THE WALKWAYS BE SNOW FREE AND SALTED FOR MY WINTER WEDDING OR EVENT?Yes, absolutely! We have all parking lots and walkways properly cleared and shoveled to ensure the safety of our guests.
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CAN WE ALLOW OUR GUESTS TO PARK THEIR VEHICLES OVERNIGHT ON THE NIGHT OF THE WEDDING?Yes, absolutely! We do not want anyone driving under the influence. However, please ensure your guests come to pick up their vehicles as soon as possible the next day.
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IS THE PARKING FREE?Yes, there is plenty of free parking available. The parking lot can hold 200 to 250+ vehicles or more if our adjacent land is needed (including handicap spaces). Additional free street parking is available.
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