The Marketplace is a 2,000 square foot multi-use event venue in downtown Kitchener with a full-sized commercial kitchen. Located on the upper level of the Kitchener Market, this is the perfect space for a variety of events, including:
- Birthday parties, weddings, bridal showers, etc.
- Community or corporate meetings
- Team building events
- Cooking classes
- Art exhibitions
- Networking events
- Educational seminars
When you rent the Marketplace, you have access to the following:
- Full-sized commercial kitchen
- Catering from our Food Hall vendors (additional charges apply)
- Availability outside of business hours
Rental packages
You can rent rooms at the Kitchener Market for meetings or events. Room rates are per hour and include HST. Capacities include chairs only. If tables are required, the capacity will be less.
Upper floor event space |
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Market piazza |
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MarketPlace Kitchen |
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Eby Street covered area |
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Note that when booked after business hours a 3-hour minimum rental is required and additional staff charges will apply.
At the time of booking, we require a non-refundable deposit of 25% to secure your rental. All rental agreements will require a signed contract
How to book your event
If you're interested in booking the Kitchener Market or getting a more detailed quote, please complete the inquiry form to tell us more about your event. Staff will confirm the details of your event with you before finalizing the booking.
Send us an email or call us at 519-741-2287 if you have any questions.
If you are booking an event outside of regular market hours, additional costs may apply. Please see individual packages or contact us for details.
Booking details
Kitchener Market office hours |
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Set-up and take down |
Each 6-hour rental includes:
Additional staffing charges apply outside of regular hours. |
Capacity |
The Marketplace holds a maximum of 150 people (120 when seated). You must provide final attendance numbers to the facility supervisor at least one week before the event. |
Parking |
Parking is available for event hosts and attendees. When you book your event, our event coordinator will review parking options with you. |
Additional fees |
The following are available upon request:
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Rental guidelines
When you book an event at the Kitchener Market, we ask that you adhere to the following guidelines. These guidelines help us provide a safe, clean and welcoming environment for guests.
Learn more about hosting an event with the City of Kitchener.
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Rentals must be paid in full at least two weeks prior to the event. Payments can be made by cash, cheque, debit or credit card. When required, an invoice can be provided. |
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Alcohol | ||||
All requests related to alcohol must be vetted through the events coordinator at the Kitchener Market. This is to ensure your event meets the procedures outlined in the Municipal Alcohol Policy. For events hosted at the market, we provide AGCO signs that you must post during your event. |
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Insurance | ||||
The City of Kitchener requires liability insurance for high-risk or licensed events. We also encourage hosts to purchase proper content insurance coverage, though it is not required.
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Special event permits | ||||
The Licensee must provide special event permits within the designated time. Special event permits include:
The Licensee is also responsible for getting copies of the qualified bartenders' certification. They must submit a copy of these to the facility at least two weeks before the event. |
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Gambling | ||||
Gambling is not permitted in city facilities without a license. Only registered charitable or non-profit organizations may obtain a license. The city’s policy on gambling is taken from the Criminal Code of Canada. If a licensee and/or designate does not comply with the Criminal Code of Canada, they may be subject to a fine or imprisonment. |
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Smoking | ||||
The Kitchener Market is a smoke-free facility. The Licensee must inform their guests of the designated outside smoking area(s). |
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Fire safety | ||||
As a renter of a facility, please be advised of the following information as it pertains to you and your groups and the facility’s Fire Safety Plan:
Before the event, please inform guests of the evacuation procedures. Guests must evacuate from the nearest exit to the outside of the building and remain on site until otherwise directed by Kitchener Fire. |
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Pre-event site check | ||||
We recommend that the Licensee perform a pre-event check two days before the event. They should check that all requested items are present and in good working order. |
Decorating guidelines
To help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, we ask that all event hosts follow the guidelines below.
As a general guideline, please return the facility to the general state of cleanliness in which it began. If extra clean-up or damage repair is required, you may incur extra costs.
Helium balloons |
Any use of helium balloons must be pre-arranged with the facility supervisor. If non-secured balloons do escape the facility, you may incur extra fees. |
Candles and fire |
You may use candles in the following circumstances:
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Tape and tacks |
Please do not use tacks or any other damageable devices to put up decorations. If decorating walls, tables, chairs, doors or window treatments, you may use masking tape or sticky tack. You must remove decorations, masking tape and sticky tack at the end of the event. |
Set-up and take down |
The Licensee handles setting up and putting away all tables and chairs as per staff’s direction. Please report any damage immediately to staff. |
Proper use of tables and chairs |
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Clean-up responsibilities |
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General guidelines |
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