A full-service, historic venue with more than a dozen unique spaces including a stunning outdoor quadrangle, 425-guest Great Hall, stained glass window chapel and a 500-seat theatre. Featuring vaulted ceilings, travertine and marble floors, oak timbers, hand-crafted stonework and ornate ceilings and corbels, Hart House is an architectural marvel. Centrally located on the downtown campus of the University of Toronto, this 100-year-old building has hosted royalty, heads of state, celebrity galas, conferences, performances, receptions and some of the most romantic and elegant weddings in Toronto. A favourite of wedding photographers, Hart House serves as the backdrop for engagement parties and weddings year-round. Winter weddings with a walk down a pristine snow-covered aisle followed by a reception by a roaring fire. Summer weddings when the garden is in full bloom. Even rain-drenched weddings take on a magical quality at Hart House. More than a venue, Hart House also boasts a full-service culinary experience. A Red Seal Certified chef, Marco Tucci is a master of his craft, taking an elegant yet novel approach to every dish. Overseeing over 1000 events annually, he has prepared meals for diplomats and luminaries including Margaret Atwood, Donovan Bailey, Romeo Dallaire, Irshad Manji, Bob Rae, and Mary Walsh, as well as a host of special guests and renowned artists at the Toronto International Film Festival.
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m mar
October 2020
Beautiful well put together atmosphere. Properly arranged and design setup !!! Great experience!!!
Zach Groves
September 2020
They are so kind and helpful. I workout here 3 times a week and everytime I meet someone new who is willing to help out. They are super safe with maintaining social distancing which is why I was able to feel so comfortable.My only concern is that I wish I could have had more time as they are limiting a workout session to 45 minutes.Overall a great place to go workout during these times
A C
September 2020
Old run down building. The school is too cheap to renovate.
J Ziogas
September 2020
You havent fully experienced U of T if you havent been to Hart House. Its rare gem with fantastic ambience. I have spent more time learning about myself in this arts hub than anywhere else during my studies at this University. It offers amazing opportunities to explore and build your artistic identity, especially with its array events and classes. Most notable experiences are the filmmaking, darkroom photography and of course, the theatre classes I took time and time again. A very special thank you to our acting teacher Kevin McCormack, who is the instructor of a lifetime.
CA
July 2020
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We got married at Hart House in the Spring of 2019 with 120 guests. We loved the indoor-outdoor space combination that came with renting the Great Hall. Tara was a pleasure to work with; very calm and professional. The contract was straightforward to navigate; no attempts to "up sell" us or sneak in any hidden fees. The dinner was delicious and we loved not having to bring in any vendors for food/drink. We got lots of compliments from guests about the venue, too! Overall, the space is gorgeous, the staff is wonderful, and we had a beautiful, fun, and smooth wedding!
Brent Miller LIVE
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Hart House is aptly named as its brilliant castle walls have played host to thousands of beautiful love stories.
Easily it is one of our favourite places we have had the privilege of performing at over the years (in no small part because of the full-sized grand pianos that are always in perfect tune.)
Its continued popularity is no secret with the enchanting architecture and warm atmosphere enhanced by their incredibly helpful and friendly sales team. Love is always in the air at Hart House *****
Easily it is one of our favourite places we have had the privilege of performing at over the years (in no small part because of the full-sized grand pianos that are always in perfect tune.)
Its continued popularity is no secret with the enchanting architecture and warm atmosphere enhanced by their incredibly helpful and friendly sales team. Love is always in the air at Hart House *****
The DNA Project
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We have booked bands for clients at this very classy venue and love it!
Rabbat Photography
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I photographed a wedding at Hart House in 2003 and I loved the venue so much that I decided to have my own wedding there in 2005. They were excellent to work with as a photographer and of course, I got amazing treatment as a bride. I had a winter wedding and this venue was absolutely perfect with it's cozy fireplace, gothic architecture and high ceilings. We also had a lot of music at our wedding and the acoustics were fantastic. It probably helped that a piano tuner came in before the music began. Even though my wedding took place in February, we still managed to get photos outdoors!
The wedding I photographed in 2003 took place in the summer and they made use of the courtyard as well as The Great Hall.
In 2015, I photographed another wedding in the smaller music room there. That was also the perfect place for a ceremony and the grounds of Hart House are one of my favourite places to photograph people in all of Toronto.
The wedding I photographed in 2003 took place in the summer and they made use of the courtyard as well as The Great Hall.
In 2015, I photographed another wedding in the smaller music room there. That was also the perfect place for a ceremony and the grounds of Hart House are one of my favourite places to photograph people in all of Toronto.
Weddings by Design
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Hart House holds a special place in my heart as I spent a lot of time there during my University days at U of T. When Sarah & Nick asked me to plan their wedding at Hart House, I was very excited about the opportunity. The venue was very special to them as well, as they had met their while attending U of T. From start to finish the staff at Hart House was welcoming and professional making it a pleasure to work with them. If you are looking for a unique and stunning historic space to host your wedding - and one that offers an outdoor garden space with magnificent architecture and charm (something which is hard to find in downtown Toronto) - you should definitely consider Hart House.
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Aron Mohr
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Venue Features
On-Site Ceremonies
Wheelchair Access
Audio/Visual
Wi-Fi
Outdoor Facilities
Catering Information
On-Site Catering
Off-Premise Catering
Kosher Food
Outside Caterers
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Max standing
Max seated
Chapel
N/A
30
South Dining Room
50
30
Gallery Grill Restaurant
150
72
Debates Room
130
100
East Common Room
130
100
Music Room
130
100
Great Hall with Outdoor Quadrangle and Lower Gallery
426
280
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What services are included with this Package:
- Sound system, furnishings, photography permit
Here’s the Fine Print:
- Great hall bookings, january - march
- This package is exclusive to EventSource.ca visitors. To redeem, you must mention you found this package on EventSource.ca.
What services are included with this Package:
- Sound system, furnishings, photography permit
Here’s the Fine Print:
- Great hall bookings, july and august
- This package is exclusive to EventSource.ca visitors. To redeem, you must mention you found this package on EventSource.ca.
