Civic Garden Complex

Please note the Public Viewing times for the Civic Garden Complex for December 18, 2024, to January 31, 2025:

• Wednesday, December 18 – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Friday, December 20 – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Monday, December 23 – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Monday, December 30 – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Monday, January 13, 2025 – 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.
• Tuesday, January 14, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Thursday, January 16, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Friday, January 17, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Monday, January 20, 2025 – 12:00-3:00 p.m.
• Tuesday, January 21, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, January 22, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Thursday, January 23, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Friday, January 24, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Monday, January 27, 2025 – 12:00-3:300 p.m.
• Tuesday, January 28, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, January 29, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

*This is subject to change should a booking rent the facility on one of the dates mentioned above*

If there is a private rental in the facility, the public will not have access to the facility during that time.

The Civic Garden Complex will be closed for any events, or public viewings, from January 1-10, 2025, for annual maintenance shutdown.

If you are interested in finding out more information on how to rent the facility for an event or special occasion or would like to set up a site tour to view the facility for a potential event, please contact Kelly at kfarmer@london.ca to set up an appointment.

• Sit down function for 80-100 people.
• Theatre style seating for 125 people.
• Cocktail style functions for 125 people with limited seating.

There is no commercial kitchen on site. Our kitchen facilities are only available for light preparation and serving duties and are not equipped to cook food.  As such, all food must be prepared off site by a licensed caterer.  To discuss catering options, please contact Kelly Farmer at kfarmer@london.ca. 

Accessible brick patio space and outdoor seating option available.   

Note:  Gazebo not included as part of rental agreement. It is available on a first-come-first-serve basis.

Private tours may be conducted when facility is not rented.  To schedule an appointment please email kfarmer@london.ca or call 519-661-5575.

Yes, catering companies that have a business licence, insurance, and the ability to prepare all food off site and transport it to the Civic Gardens Complex are permitted. Our kitchen facilities are only available for light preparation duties and are not equipped for cooking food. To discuss catering in more detail, please reach out to the Coordinator of Civic Gardens, Kelly Farmer at kfarmer@london.ca.

• Podium, microphone, retractable screen and cordless microphone are available.
• Accessible brick patio space and outdoor seating options available. The gazebo and outdoor grounds are public spaces, and therefore cannot be rented or reserved.  Any usage in this space is on a first-come-first-serve basis.
• Tables, chairs, highchair included in hall rental.  Tables: 5ft. round (15) and/or 6ft. rectangular (20).  Chairs (125): white wedding chairs and business commercial chairs (tables and chairs are not to be removed from the building).
• Internet service is available.
• Table clothes, chair covers, cutlery, wine glasses are not provided. These items must be arranged with your caterer.
• No overnight storage of any kind is permitted (no alcohol or decorations).
• This building is a smoke free facility including the patio.  Smoking is permitted 30ft. (9 meters) from the building.
• Staff will not supervise children.
• No confetti/rose petals permitted.

• No food or drinks are allowed in the conservatory.
• No plants are permitted in the conservatory.
• Cruiser tables only are permitted (no food or drinks).
• If it rains during your patio ceremony, you may use the conservatory for backup.

• If your intention is to decorate the hall for your event, it is recommended that you book the full day; otherwise please refer to your contract agreement for approved hours.
• As tape removes the paint and leaves marks on the walls, only 3M hooks are permitted for hanging decorations.
• Candles - battery operated candles are preferred.  Fire Marshall regulation indicates that lit candles must be in a container one inch rounder than the candle and the container must be three inches above the flame.
• All decorations must be taken down and removed at the end of your function.
• No overnight storage of any kind is permitted (no alcohol or decorations).

Chairs and tables are not to be removed from the building.

The gazebo and outdoor grounds are public space and therefore cannot be rented or reserved.  Any usage in this space is on a first-come-first-serve basis.

The City of London will not be held responsible for chair rentals - please make arrangements with your rental company for delivery and pick-up.

We suggest you contact the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) three weeks in advance of your function.  The Liquor License must be posted and your bartenders Smart Serve Trained.  We recommend you hire two bartenders to cover breaks.  No bar is to be left unattended at any time.