Meetings & Events

We are proud to offer the largest hotel ballroom in downtown Calgary. Elegant and versatile, the Imperial Ballroom boasts 13,500 square feet of usable event space, 21 foot ceilings with multiple hang points, pillar-free floor space and warm, inviting colours. From industry conferences to memorable gala banquets, the Imperial Ballroom easily converts into nine separate sections.

Perfect for the unconventional and bold occasions in Calgary, Thomsons Social Hub is a unique event space that features original sandstone walls and brick archways from the 1890s. Its old-world charm is matched with modern conveniences and advanced audio-visual technology. Highlight of the space is an interactive open kitchen.

Adjacent to the Imperial Ballroom is our magnificent Grand Foyer, ideal for a welcoming breakfast buffet, a pre-function cocktail reception or a feature location for exhibit booths. This downtown Calgary event space features several dramatic elements, including a grand skylight overhead that fills the space with an abundance of natural light. Colour-changing LED feature lighting provides glowing accents that can be themed to event colours. The Grand Foyer also includes a coat check and registration area.

Choose this meeting and conference venue for impressive events on a slightly smaller scale. The flow of natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows make this space an elegant room for receptions. An available air wall lets you divide this space into two sections. The Stephen Room also has access to the Grand Foyer.

Overlooking the Calgary city skyline, the Herald, Doll, Bannerman and Walker rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows, flexible set up options and original artwork on the walls. Combine the two spaces to accommodate larger groups or use each room individually for more intimate gatherings.

Ideal for smaller functions, the four separate Neilson rooms are located on a private floor of the hotel. Neilson 1 and 2 are particularly sought after for their natural lighting, with windows overlooking Stephen Avenue Walk. Each room features beautiful details, including original artwork and sandstone walls from historic Calgary buildings, creating an inspiring setting for productive gatherings. The two larger Neilson rooms are ideal for interactive training sessions, brainstorming, or meals for up to 60 people, while the two smaller rooms are perfect for board meetings and event breaks for fewer than 20 guests.

Put your good taste on display at an event for 40 in The Gallery. Once reserved for talented artists to display their work, this space overlooks Stephen Avenue and boasts eclectic artwork and original sandstone walls.

Elevated above the energy of the Lineham Lobby is The Balcony, an open-concept haven perfect for elegant receptions, pop-up meetings and casual gatherings. Comfortable and versatile, The Balcony is outfitted with versatile seating, including sofas, armchairs and high-top tables.

The Studio offers a versatile and dynamic Calgary meeting venue tailored for various professional needs. Equipped for hybrid workspaces, private interviews, boardroom meetings and intimate business presentations, it provides an ideal environment for productive collaboration and focused discussions.

When you need a space to get down to business in Calgary, nothing compares to our meeting and conference venues, including our McTavish Boardroom. Whether you’re planning an all-day session or a working lunch, the oval, cherry-wood boardroom table and ergonomically-precise Herman Miller chairs are sure to inspire success.