For your next special event, enjoy the unique atmosphere at the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre. The stunning space and astronomy-themed areas, state-of-the-art multimedia theatres, and exhibit areas make the Space Centre an attractive venue for any occasion. Whether it's for your corporation's product launch, your son's birthday party, your school's reunion, an office party, or a news conference, we will help you create an event that is unique, fun, and memorable for a group of ten or a thousand. Set in spectacular Vanier Park, the Space Centre is just 10 minutes from downtown Vancouver. Fly your clients to Mars in our Virtual Voyages™ simulator ride or impress your audience with corporate presentations on panoramic screens in the Planetarium Theatre. With a number of unusual and attractive rental spaces, exciting exhibits, and customized programs, an event at the Space Centre makes a lasting impression. Join us for interactive fun and excitement!

Additional services to make your event even more memorable include:

  • multi-media technology available
  • flexible hours with customized programming options
  • wheelchair accessible
H.R. MacMillan Planetarium Theatre
Wrap-around panoramas, special projector/laser effects, high resolution video projection, internet access, elevated stage and a circular seating arrangement make this a truly unique multi-media facility. It is ideal for high-tech corporate shows, live performances, or product launches. The capacity of this theatre is 230.

Star Deck
This foyer area to the Star Theatre can accommodate 200 individuals at a stand- up reception for use prior to, after, or independent of a Star Theatre event. This reception area includes spectacular panoramic views of English Bay and Downtown Vancouver.

GroundStation Canada Theatre
One of the highlights of the Space Centre is this 87-seat multi-media theatre. Its capability of slide and video projection, internet access, and other multi-media tools makes this sleek and otherworldly theatre an excellent choice for product launches, press conferences and technology-related presentations.

Cosmic Courtyard
Discover a whole new universe as you explore our home planet Earth, the solar system and other worlds in this interactive gallery space. Visit the International Space Station, dock the shuttle, touch a real moon rock, launch a rocket, morph yourself into an alien and much more!

Virtual Voyages™ Simulator -30 passenger
(Rented in conjunction with the Cosmic Courtyard)
Come aboard British Columbia's first full motion simulator! Fasten your seatbelt and you can blast off on a pulse-pounding flight to save a Martian colony in Mars, or experience another one of our exciting rides currently playing! (Ask for details.)

Main Lobby
Restored to its original state, the Main Lobby is a bright, airy space to hold a stand-up reception or dinner. The area can comfortably accommodate 150 persons at a cocktail reception or 80 at a sit-down dinner

Auditorium
With a 7' high x 10' wide screen, video projection (DVD/VHS) and internet access, the 209-seat auditorium is ideal for seminars, slide shows and PowerPoint presentations. There is an elevated stage at the front with a podium, fixed microphone and a 14-channel mixer. Video conferencing is also available in the Auditorium. The sloped floor allows for comfortable viewing from any angle in this venue.

Ray Whittick Lounge
The lounge is a flexible, L-shaped room of approximately 800 square feet. It can hold 60 people for a sit-down dinner, 70 people theatre style and 80 at a stand up reception. With internet access, it is suitable for smaller-scale meetings, lectures and presentations. Kitchenette facilities adjoin the lounge (no stove), as well as an outside patio which offers a picturesque view of Vanier Park.

Observatory Workshop Room
In addition to the observatory, which houses the facility's telescope (used for public viewing), the building has a lecture hall which can accommodate up to 45 people standing, or 35 people theatre style.

View/print our TESTIMONIALS (PDF)
View/print our Facility Rental Information (PDF)
- includes our guidelines.

For additional information and rates contact (604) 738-7827, ext. 233
or email: rentals@spacecentre.ca

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