What kind of events do you specialize in?

We specialize in weddings but they only make up about 25% of our events. For our other events, we host corporate AGM’s, breakout events, networking parties, birthday parties, bridal showers, DJ parties, Bar or Bat Mitzvahs, private chef’s dinners, trainings, fashion shows, art shows, client appreciations, and more.

What is the capacity for each floor/space?

The ballroom:

140 for dinner

175 audience style

200 standing

Balcony and fourth floor

140 seated on balcony for ceremony

175 standing inside and out

Cocktail Bar

40 seated

75 standing

Do you have air-conditioning?

We do!

While it’s a historic building with interesting quirks, we do have updated amenities like air conditioning throughout the third and fourth floors. It is available from May 15th - October 1st every year.

What hours are you open?

For tours, we are open by appointment only.

For events, we are flexible!

We have opened up as early as 5:00 AM and had event clients leave as late as 3:00 AM.

Do you provide water?

We do, we have a water station available on the floor you have booked. If you book a sit-down dinner, there will be water glasses and carafes at each table.

Do you provide venue coordination? 

 Yes, we do. It’s included in all our wedding packages and for most events. We can also offer planning services to accommodate your event’s specific needs. Venue coordinating (working with the vendors, ensuring our space is ready for the guests, setting up our chairs and tables) is not the same as Wedding or Event Planning. Only our Legacy Package automatically comes with Event Planning services.

Is wifi included?

We have wifi available for vendors and those who need it! It is not available for the public or guests.

Are pets allowed? 

They are not, except in the case of an Service Animal.

Do I need to get insurance for the event? 

Yes. A two-million-dollar ($2,000,000.00) Event Liability Insurance Policy is required. We are required to be the first payee, or co-insured. Our legal business name:

The Pendennis Weddings and Events Inc. Address: 9660 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5H 3V5

How much is the non-refundable retainer? 

The retainer, otherwise called a refundable deposit, is 50% of the booking cost (excluding GST) and must be paid to confirm your booking along with the contract and chosen package filled out and signed. Once the contract is signed and the deposit paid, we will countersign and the contract will be executed and you are booked!

Can we bring our own décor? 

Absolutely! 

Please note, we do not offer set up or tear down of any decor we do not provide.

Can we use our own chairs/tables?

We require the use/rental of our chairs and tables unless you want a different aesthetic (meaning you can’t bring in identical tables that are cheaper than what we offer. Please share with us any pricing of the same items and we will price match). If you need comfy chairs for a corporate event, or a different look for your event, you’re welcome to bring in your own chairs and tables.

What if you offer it but we found it cheaper?

If you find an identical item elsewhere for cheaper, we are happy to price match! But please do not bring in the same items we already offer available for rent.

Can we use our own vendors?

Absolutely! Please pass along our website and information in case they need to get ahold of us. We have a list of vendors we love and can share with you as well!

Does your bar service include bussing?

It does! We provide the glassware, water glasses, and bussing services. We pride ourselves in the venue being neat and tidy and feeling comfortable for guests.

Do you charge gratuity?

We charge 18% gratuity on all food and bar services.

Is there a patio heating source?

We have mobile patio heaters available to rent, and a delightful propane fire pit as well.

Are there other business is the building?

Currently, no. However the building owners are looking for tenants. If you’re interested, reach them here.

Do I need a liquor license?

No you do not. We have our own liquor license which allows us to serve alcohol between the hours of 9:00 AM - 2:00 AM.

Can I use sparklers?

E-mail us to confirm where you would like them and the answer may be yes! For indoor sparklers they must be heat-free and oil free. For outdoor sparklers, you have to supply a bucket and ensure they are all thrown into water immediately after use.

What is included in the rental rate?

Easy answer: it depends. We have packages for:

Baby or Bridal Showers

Corporate Events

Private Events under 75 guest

Christmas Parties

How long have you been in business?

We launched May 2023! In that time we’ve run 300+ events and counting! While we may have opened recently, our founder, Elizabeth Mywaart, has been in the wedding and events industry for thirteen years and has been running a venue since 2021. Weddings and Events are her passion.

Is everything A La Carte?

No but you can add in most items into your package or customize your own event entirely. We are very flexible with our offerings because the space isn’t traditional, and you aren’t competing with other events or guests in the building.

How does the bar work?

During religious events, the bar offerings are dictated by the client who is renting the venue. Ex. If it’s a wedding, the client selects their menu and whether a Host bar or Cash bar. This also applies to funerals where the bar may not be open at all. Otherwise, at all public events, and during events where there is bar service, we will always have our House Bar Menu available for guests to purchase their own drinks. This would be separate from any bar services the client has selected (ex. the client wants to pay for only the mocktails, no problem! All mocktails would then be free for guests and, if they’d like to purchase a glass of wine, they would be able to do so just like at a restaurant).

What do we need to know?

All our rules for the venue are kept under our Rules and Regulations page.

Where do my guests park?

There is a ton of parking in the area. The best parking is the Vibe Parking lot to the east of the building. It’s a very short walk and $16/day for parking.

What kind of layouts are available?

You can see some of the many layouts we have available on the website: https://www.thependennisweddingsandevents.com/layouts

Is the venue Accessible?

We are! The Pendennis Weddings and Events is located on the 3rd and 4th floor and we have a spacious elevator that takes you to every floor, including 3R, the cocktail bar, the balcony, and the basement washrooms. We also have a total of five Accessible washrooms in the basement.

What kinds of rentals do you have?

You can see our up-to-date list of rentals and services along with a la carte pricing here:

https://www.thependennisweddingsandevents.com/decorandrentals

If something is included in your wedding package, that will be noted when you click on the item. If it’s a non-wedding, you’ll see all included items listed in your invoice showing a $0 charge on the right hand side.

Are the doors always locked?

Yes they are. The safety of our guests is a priority and so we don’t leave the doors unlocked without being manned by one of our team or a security guard. When we know your event timeline and expectations for guest arrival, we book one of our team or a security guard to man the door during specific times to ensure the safety and privacy of all guests.

Where do the smokers smoke?

If you rent our 4th floor, our east-side terrace (what we call the “smoking terrace”) is available for smokers, and has ashtrays on the terrace for their use.

Can you rent early access? 

Yes! All packages have a certain number of hours included, but we can add on additional hours as needed. The cost will depend on the number of staff required.

Can we bring our own caterer?

Absolutely! We provide a Preferred Vendors list, however you may choose whichever vendors you’d prefer. Please note, we do have a Prohibited Vendors list. We only show this list to clients who have booked with us.

What does security do?

We have hired an amazing security company to offer services to keep your guests safe. They help open doors, walk guests to their cars when it gets late, patrol the premises, and ensure everyone is safe. For events more intense than a private party, they are also available to provide bar - level security.

Do you provide a sound system?

We have an in-house speaker system in our ballroom, cocktail bar, and on our south balcony available to rent. We also have two professional DJ level EV50 speakers that can be rented. They connect via XLR, AUX, and Bluetooth. We can provide limited AV services that include set up of our wired or wireless mic, playing music, and setting up the speakers for your use. We only set up our rented equipment. If you have a DJ, they must rent the speakers from us directly and sign a rental agreement. They are included in some packages automatically.

Is there a hold policy? 

Unfortunately we are not able to offer that service at this time.

We also reserve the right not to accept a booking if we feel we won’t be a good fit. The space is very unique and some events won’t showcase well and we don’t want to sell you something we don’t think will be amazing.

How do you accept payment?  

We accept most payments via e-transfer to payments@thependennisweddingsandevents.com. If you’re looking for a payment plan, please check out ours here. If you’d like to pay via credit card, there’s an additional 3.5% fee and we can accept those payments online, or via PayPal. We also accept EFT and cheques but require those an additional 30 days in advance.

Am I allowed to have an open flame?

We allow real flame but a glass chimney/vase has to be around the candle 2” above the flame. There also needs to be a base to catch wax drippings so it doesn’t ruin the table/linen. We do not allow large open flames in the building as it could set off fire alarms. Inquire with us to see if we can have it on the balcony.

When do I pay the final invoice? 

The outstanding invoice is due 30 days before the event. If you’ve booked bar services, there will be a minimum spend on the bill and, after the event when the drinks are totalled, an updated invoice will be sent. For any additional costs incurred during an event, an invoice will be sent within 7 days. Once the final invoice is received, payment is due within 10 days.

What is the damage deposit?  

Instead of a damage deposit, we keep a credit card on file. The credit card on file can be used for the final bill (subject to a 3.5% fee) and for damages. We will always supply an invoice before charging the credit card and only charge the credit card for the remaining balance under two conditions: 1. You approve. 2. We send the final bill and don’t hear back from the you. We wait 7 days, reach out again, then charge the credit card.

The space looks like it’s not all on the same level, how does it work?

Prepare to get lost in a magical historic building. In all seriousness though, its a very unique building and so it’s important to come for a tour and chat with your venue coordinator at the Walk Through to ensure you have a clear sense of how your party will work. Having run over 300 events in the space including weddings, fashion shows, networking parties, immersive art shows, Christmas parties, and more, we know what a great flow feels like are and here to help make your party memorable.

Do you host any public events?

Not often, but when we do, we share it on Instagram so make sure to follow us!

Is there a refund/discount policy if there is bad weather? 

I’m sorry but we are unable to offer refunds or discounts in case of bad weather. Our team is here to ensure that, in case of bad weather, we have a back up plan ready for you and your guests.