Fabulous Locales for Corporate Events and Social Gatherings
It's always great fun to dress to impress and enjoy an evening mingling with colleagues and friends. But cocktail parties, like most other events, have begun evolving with the times. They can be casual events or black-tie functions.
Private events of all shapes, sizes, and purposes are always enjoyable to attend. It's a little more stressful when you are the one behind the scenes, pulling everything together and putting on a phenomenal affair in the perfect event space. We're your connection to fabulous rentals in downtown Edmonton, where you can style your ideal venue to the ambiance of the Creative Hive and Rogers Place.
Forget a crowded lounge or busy bar for your special event, instead browse the Giggster app to search for unique venues that have Instagrammable design elements and are the perfect setting for mingling. Edmonton, AB, is home to several unique spaces just waiting for your special touch.
Edmonton Cocktail Party Venues Curated by Giggster
Whether searching for a large standing capacity venue for a corporate reception or a smaller, more intimate space for a micro-wedding, we have just the right place for your special occasion. Why choose Giggster for an event venue?
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Imagine a spacious room where you can host business meetings, seminars, and workshops all under one roof. Take a blank slate and turn it into a dynamic space for all your business needs.
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Upscale restaurants are a great place to host an event when you want to impress your guests with your high-end tastes.
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A British-style pub allows you to visit England without having to leave the city. Let the ambiance of the locale engulf you and immerse yourself in the cultural shift for a night!
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Imagine the originality in a converted industrial space. Create special moments featuring instagrammable design elements in an industrial lounge or modern studio.
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Free your spirit and create an event featuring the flowing lines of a Bohemian-styled loft. Guests will feel their cares slip away as soon as they stroll through the door for an epic celebration.
Transform Your Cocktail Party in Edmonton Starting at Just $50 CAD/hour
Exceptional Variety & Quality: Giggster's 45 event venues allow for quick and easy selection of a venue for your next special celebration. Find an epic space in Edmonton and throw a memorable party.
Hassle-Free Booking: Use the Giggster app or website to quickly find spaces in your selected area. Our handpicked venues start at only $50 CAD/hour, making it possible to create a fabulous celebration even on a shoestring budget.
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: Our policy gives a grace period to adjust your booking after confirmation. You can cancel within the 24 hours as long as the booking is made at least 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Platform Protections: Book a space like Bright Photography Studio & Event Venue with confidence when you add our optional protection packages. From cancellation to liability, we've got you covered.
Things to Consider for a Cocktail Party in Edmonton
Host your next get-together at your favorite restaurant or enjoy an after-work party on a rooftop patio. Edmonton is a great place to live and work, despite the heavy traffic and harsh winters. Planning a celebration in Edmonton has its advantages and disadvantages. Let's take a look at a few.
Advantages
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A strong economy means that even small businesses are finding success. When planning a celebration, finding small business vendors is easier. Explore several vendors near your chosen venue and find the best value.
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The city is multicultural and filled with fun, exciting people melting into one great population. With different cultures colliding, art and food become fused into a new type of experience. Host an international affair complete with dishes from around the world.
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Cocktail parties are fabulous ways to network for business, or commemorate a milestone birthday. When you book a venue in Edmonton, you'll host the party and leave when done—the cleanup task is left behind.
Disadvantages
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Edmonton's winters are long and at times, quite cold. You'll be limited to indoor venues in the winter (and possibly spring and fall).
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Edmonton is quite spread out. While the transit services the downtown area quite well, outlying areas may be more challenging to reach.
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Edmonton does have a higher crime rate than other cities in Alberta. Discover which neighborhoods are the safest for your next event to help keep your guests safe.
Choosing the Right Type of Location for a Cocktail Party in Edmonton, AB
Finding an inspiring space in Edmonton is as easy as scrolling through the Giggster app. Venues that range from a pub or bar to an outdoor patio to a high-end restaurant are waiting for you and your special touches.
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Cafes and Bars – Typically inviting spaces, cafes and pubs offer a similar, yet different experience. Head to the cafe for lemonade and refreshing drinks, or to the bar for an extensive cocktail menu. A cozy and welcoming venue will have everyone excited to attend.
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Modern Studios –Are you looking for the perfect venue? Check out a converted New York industrial-style space with definite character for your next amazing party. Guests will love the posh surroundings and the perfect backdrop of exposed brick and steel beams.
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Outdoor Patios – Plan a summertime family reunion and gather on a spacious outdoor patio where sunshine and fresh air will immediately lift everyone's spirits. Cater a delicious meal, hire a live band, and plan some fabulous games to keep everyone entertained.
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Upscale Restaurants – For the best group dining experience, pick a lovely restaurant with a private dining room. Host a business meeting, bridal shower, or other special event at your favorite restaurant.
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Bohemian Lofts – Host your next corporate function in a lovely loft filled with rustic charm that fits your style. The perfect space is waiting for your special touches. Elevate your experience to new heights when renting a loft on Giggster for your corporate gathering.
Planning Your Cocktail Party in Edmonton
Have you been given the task of planning your company's cocktail reception? Hosting this type of party no longer means black tie-inspired, stuffy events. The rules have been relaxed, and you can create a fabulous, casual event or a glamorous, champagne-fueled affair. Check out a few tips to get your planning started.
Diversify the Guest List – You have a little more leniency regarding the guest list when hosting social events as opposed to business meetings. Plan a celebration with friends and family from diverse backgrounds. Sometimes by mixing up the attendees, you manage to pull off an outstanding event.
Decide on the Snacks – Choose chef-inspired bites instead of a full sit-down meal. You want guests to mingle, not be seated at a specific spot around the table. Pick an interesting selection of tidbits that are tasty and fun for a charming menu.
Craft the Cocktail Menu – Don't host a full bar, choose a select menu of cocktails and craft beers for your social event. Most guests will enjoy a smaller menu and enjoy the occasion.
Choose the Mood – Casual or high-end? Which vibe are you hoping to achieve? The prime space will depend on the mood. A more casual or laid-back event would be great in a pub or bar, whereas a more elegant affair in a lounge or loft is ideal.
Saving Money on a Cocktail Party in Edmonton
Who doesn't want to save money, no matter the occasion? Even corporate functions can benefit from cost-saving measures. Before you set your plans in stone, take a look at where you can cut corners and save money for the unexpected costs that we know pop up at the last minute.
Let your guests contribute to the party.
Hosting a friends and family gathering? Nobody wants to show up to a party empty-handed. Delegate items for guests to bring and make them feel included in the whole process. Whether it's just a bag of ice or a pan of brownies, people want to feel needed and accepted. Nix the caterer and host a pot-luck buffet overflowing with contributions from your guests.
Make it a casual affair.
Why have a formal affair when you can create a casual air that is just as impressive? Aside from corporate events that need to have a business feel, a party doesn't need to be this over-the-top, perfect event. A fun, messy, exciting party can be inspiring and memorable. Grab the red Solo cups and paper plates instead of the champagne flutes and china dishes.
Be a minimalist.
Fresh cut flowers and ice swans are lovely, but are they really necessary? Use what you've got and borrow everything else to save money. Don't go overboard on the decorations, menu, or drinks. People will still have a great time and won't miss the frou-frou extras.
Book a Cocktail Party Venue with Giggster
Giggster is the place to go when you need a fabulous, unique place for your next corporate function, birthday party, or cocktail affair. With 45 to choose from, the ideal space is waiting for you.
