| Membership | Price (+HST) |
|---|---|
| Single | $85/year |
| Single Plus | $120/year |
| Family | $130/year |
| Family Plus | $175/year |
| Contributing | $300/year |
| Supporting | $600/year |
| Sustaining | $1,000/year |
| Benefactor's Circle | $2,500/year |
| Director's Circle | $5,000/year |
| President's Circle | $10,000/year |
Corporate Functions, Meetings & Conferences
A Networking Hub in a Biodiversity Hotspot
Situated between Hamilton and Burlington, Ontario, Royal Botanical Gardens is a natural hub where ideas flourish and connections grow. Our scenic venues combine state-of-the-art audiovisual technology, locally sourced catering, and legendary RBG hospitality, ensuring every virtual or in-person event is seamless, productive, and memorable.
Rental Spaces
From the RBG Centre’s spacious auditorium and welcoming meeting rooms to the elegant Rock Garden Great Room, each space offers an inspiring setting designed to bring people together, year‑round.
Keep reading for rental rates, frequently asked questions, and more.
Auditorium
680 Plains Rd. W. Burlington ON
Set the stage for an unforgettable event in the Royal Botanical Gardens’ largest and most versatile indoor venue. The RBG Centre Auditorium offers an impressive 5,400 sq. ft. of adaptable event space, perfect for conferences, banquets, presentations, and large corporate gatherings.
Designed with flexibility in mind, the auditorium can be used as a single expansive room or divided into two smaller spaces, each ideal for breakout sessions or parallel programming.
Full Auditorium Capacity:
- Cocktail 400 guests
- Banquet 300 guests
- Banquet with stage 250 guests
Rock Garden Great Room
1185 York Blvd. Hamilton ON
The Great Room at the David Braley & Nancy Gordon Rock Garden is an award-winning, state-of-the art facility with a breathtaking view of the gardens through floor-to-ceiling windows, a look-out deck and patio.
Great Room Capacity:
- Cocktail 200 guests
- Banquet 100 guests
- Banquet with stage 80 guests
Café Annex
680 Plains Rd. W. Burlington ON
Located at RBG Centre with 1,443 sq. ft. of adaptable space and seating for up to 70 guests in banquet style, the Café Annex is perfectly suited for gatherings that call for comfort, connection, and a relaxed ambiance. Fully AV‑equipped, it provides a seamless setup for presentations, breakout sessions, or collaborative discussions.
Cafe Annex Square Footage: 1,443 sqft
Cafe Annex Capacity:
- Theatre-style 100 guests
- Banquet 70 guests
Rooms 1 and 2
680 Plains Rd. W. Burlington ON
Located at RBG Centre, this versatile second-floor space, with an abundance of natural light, accommodates a variety of set ups and can be split into two break-out rooms, or left open for a larger event.
Room 1&2 Square Footage: 1,334 sqft
Room 1&2 Capacity:
- Theatre-style 100 guests
- Banquet 80 guests
Corporate Function Rental Rates
From the RBG Centre’s spacious auditorium and welcoming meeting rooms to the elegant Rock Garden Great Room, each space offers an inspiring setting designed to bring people together, year‑round.
| Venue Space | Capacity | 2026 Mon-Thurs | 2026 Fri & Sun | 2026 Saturday & Holiday Weekends |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Garden Great Room (Semi-private)
Public guest admission remains at front doors. Rock Garden Bistro remains open to the public on it’s operational dates. Accessible bathrooms are shared with the public visitors and Bistro guests. |
|
$1,850 | $2,900 | $4,050 |
| Full Auditorium (RBG Main Centre) |
|
$2,500 | $4,275 | $5,275 |
| Café Annex (RBG Main Centre) |
|
$3,250 | $1,395 | $1,675 |
| Rooms 1 & 2 (RBG Main Centre) |
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$1,350 | $1,500 | $1,850 |
- All rooms are subject to 13% HST.
- AV Packages available for an additional fee.
- RBG Catering minimum of $1,850 + HST and 17% service fee.
Catering
Whether it’s coffee and snacks, breakfast, lunch, or full-day meals, our in-house catering team has you covered. With delicious, flexible menus and a focus on locally sourced ingredients, Royal Botanical Gardens ensures your meeting or event is not only seamless but also unforgettable.
Please note that all bookings require a minimum food and beverage spend of $1,850 + HST and 17% service fee.
Corporate Rentals FAQ
Have a question about hosting your event at Royal Botanical Gardens? Click the topics below for more information. If you have a question that is not answered, give us a call at 905-527-1158.
Catering
All catering is provided by RBG’s exclusive on-site caterer, offering customizable options to suit your event’s needs. Looking for something specific? Get in touch and let us bring your vision to life. Full bar service is also available, with all venues fully licensed.
Parking and Transit
All event bookings include free parking in the large lots at RBG Centre or Rock Garden (depending on where your event is held). Both locations are also accessible by bus via Burlington Transit. Learn more on the Directions & Parking page.
What's Included in the Rental Fee?
Event bookings include everything you need for a seamless, stress-free event at Royal Botanical Gardens:
- Corporate events include up to 11 hours of venue access, including:
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- 2 hours prior to your event for setup
- Up to 8 hours of event time
- 1 hour following the event for cleanup
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- Complimentary parking for all attendees
- Standard table and chair setups, including banquet chairs, 62” round tables, 6’ tables, and up to five cocktail and operational tables as required (chair style varies by location)
- Glassware, dinnerware, when purchasing RBG catering,
- Choice of black or white linens for all tables
- Guest access to the gardens, offering a beautiful backdrop throughout your event
- Directional signage to help guide your attendees with ease
- Existing potted plants within your event space (placement subject to horticultural team discretion; not intended as centerpieces)
Audio-Visual Services (Add On)
AV equipment is available in all venues for an additional fee, providing the tools you need for presentations and virtual connections.
Location and Directions
Royal Botanical Gardens consists of over 1,100 hectares of property on the border of Hamilton and Burlington Ontario.
The majority of the venue spaces are located at RBG Centre, 680 Plains Road West, Burlington. The Great Room at the Rock Garden is located at 1185 York Boulevard Hamilton (a few kilometers down the road from RBG Centre. Both venues are minutes from the 403 and QEW. See the full map and more information on the Directions & Parking page.
Book Your Corporate Event
Are you interested in hosting your event with us? Submit your booking request using the form below and we will respond with more information about your requested dates within 72 hours.
Please note: The Rentals team is not available for drop-in tours.
