Bookings are available year-round between 6:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m.

Bookings are accepted up to one year in advance.

You must book at least 30 days in advance.

Yes, bookings require a minimum of 2 hours. 

Yes, a permit is required for private use of any space.

Groups must have their permit with them on the day of the event.

No early access is permitted. Set-up, take-down, and your event must occur within your booked time. 

• Payment is due within 14 days of booking confirmation.
• If the event is less than 14 days away, payment is due immediately.
• Cancellations:
  • More than 14 days’ notice: Refund minus $50 cancellation fee. 
  • Less than 14 days’ notice: No refund.
• Cancellations must be in writing to parksvenues@calgary.ca.

Payment terms will be confirmed upon booking.  

No, you are responsible for coordinating parking for your guests.

Use the 24/7 elevator by Hy’s Steakhouse (3rd Street door between 7th and 8th Ave). 
If doors are locked, buzz mall security at the 7th Ave entrance and identify yourself as the event booking holder.

Enter through the CORE Parkade (Indigo Lot #059, 751 3 St SW) using the elevator. 
Mall hours and additional parking info:

• Mall Hours | The CORE
• Additional Parking | The CORE

Yes, both TD Core food court and Devonian Gardens washrooms are open during operational hours and your booking time. All washrooms are wheelchair accessible.

Yes, catering is permitted. You must book the event room to access the catering kitchen and must comply with all Alberta Food Regulations. 

All deliveries, setup, and pickup must occur within your booking time.

No, open flames are not permitted.

• Counter space
• Sink
• Fridge and freezer
• 3 rolling carts

• Follow loading dock access instructions. (provided with permit)
• Clean up all food/waste by end of booking.
• Bring own garbage and recycling bins.
• Dispose of all waste properly.
• Return amenities as found.
• Prepare food off-site. (no reheating or dishwasher available)

Use reusable, recyclable, or compostable materials and minimize single-use items.

Yes, with pre-approval, a liquor license, and special event insurance.

Liquor service is allowed 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.

• $2 million general liability coverage.
• The City of Calgary must be listed as additional insured.
• Proof of liquor license and insurance must be provided at least one month before the event.

No, candles, smoke/dry ice machines, pyrotechnics, and confetti are not permitted.

Yes, but pre-approval is required at least 4 weeks in advance.

Capacities are determined by Alberta Building and Fire Codes.

Yes, tables and chairs can be rented from Parks Venues. Submit your layout plan one month in advance.

Generators, lanterns, open flames, confetti, rice, flower arches, balloons, and bubbles are not permitted.

Yes, small bouquets and centerpieces may be approved upon request.

All deliveries and pickups must occur within booking time. 
Storage space is not available.

No, picking or disturbing plants is not allowed and may result in fines.

Yes, as long as the volume complies with community noise bylaws.

The permit holder is responsible for any damages or excessive waste (minimum $75 fee).

No pets, bicycles, or scooters are permitted.

No, The City of Calgary is not responsible for loss or damage.

Yes, a photo permit is required for professional photography.

• Public Photo Permit: Self-serve, no staff assistance.
• Private Photo Permit: Includes staff and private garden area.

• Payment due 14 days after booking confirmation.
• If booked within 14 days, payment due immediately.
• Non-refundable.
• Public permits may be rescheduled with 14 days’ written notice; private permits cannot be rescheduled.