The Pioneer is a multi floor event venue located in the heart of Stephen Avenue in downtown Calgary.

Our space features iconic original sandstone walls, harkening back to the buildings heritage. Clean lines and modern finishes make this space ideal for any event.

Total Event Capacity: 300 standing, 150 seated

Inside The Pioneer:

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THE PIONEER

  • Total Square footage : 981 sq. ft

    Event Capacity: 50 standing, 48 seated

    The Mill is a street-facing extension of The Pioneer’s main floor, equipped with a separate entrance and the ability to be closed off by a sliding glass and iron door from the rest of the venue. This space features our iconic bar and makes it perfect for small cocktail receptions on it’s own, pop-up shops, cocktail receptions and more.

  • Total Square footage : 753 sq. ft

    Event Capacity: 30 Standing

    The Mezzanine is the upper level of The Pioneer, which has an open view to the main floor. This space is perfect for a bar and lounge area, small meetings, breakout space, silent auctions, and more.

  • Total Square footage : 1,800 sq. ft

    Event Capacity: 70 standing, 40 seated

    The Tall Gallery is the lower level of The Pioneer, and boasts a 24ft ceiling, really living up to its name! This space is perfect for cocktail hours between your wedding ceremony and reception, a dance floor, studio photography, breakout space, and even a basketball court (yes… it’s really been done!)

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Photography by: Viktoria Skitzko, Jay Munoz

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