Old Town Hall Event Rental & Booking Requests
Old Town Hall Event Rental 38 John Street South Aylmer, ON
Located in downtown Aylmer, Ontario, Old Town Hall provides a unique historical backdrop to your event. Originally built in the late 1800s, this building has served many municipal purposes and also functioned as an opera house. Today, the first floor of Old Town Hall serves as our local library branch. The second floor remains a theatre with floor and balcony seating. Cushioned chairs are provided in theatre-style set up or as table and chair set up. We offer rental of amenities including piano, light/sound equipment, beverage bar, projection screen, and podiums. Dressing rooms, kitchen, and elevator are also available. This intimate venue is sure to wow your audience with its iconic Union Jack.
Contact us today to secure Old Town Hall for all of your event rental needs.
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Event Rental Capacity
- Theatre Style
Main Floor: 88
Balcony: 92
Total Seating: 180
- Table and Chair
Main Floor: 80 to 90
Amenities
- Stage (26 ft x 16 ft)
- Main Floor (38 ft x 29 ft)
- Piano Rental
- Light/Sound Equipment Rental
- Dressing Rooms
- Kitchen – Fridge, Sink, Prep Area
- Beverage Bar
- Podium – 1 Wooden (Stage Only) & 1 Lightweight Portable
- Projection Screen
- Elevator
- 8′ Plastic Tables (10) – Seats 8 to 10
- 4′ Plastic Tables (2 – 1 wood) – Seats 6 to 8
- 5′ Round Plastic Tables (7) – Seats 7 to 8
- Theatre Chairs (96 Individual + 84 Fixed)
Event Rental Rates
- 1 to 5 hours rental: $30.00/hr
- Day Rate (over 5 hours): $200.00
- Multiple Day Use (Consecutive) 2 days: $375.00
- Multiple Day Use (Consecutive) 3 days: $475.00
- Multiple Day Use (Consecutive) 4 days or more: $150.00/day
- Piano Rental (Flat Rate): $50.00
- Light/Sound Equipment: $50.00 per day to a maximum of $100.00 for consecutive day rentals
- Set up and Take Down: $35.00
- SOCAN (if applicable): In accordance with the current SOCAN Tariff Licence Fee Schedule
Facility Rental Insurance
Event insurance that provides Commercial General Liability and Tenants’ Legal Liability coverage in the amount of a minimum of five million dollars ($5,000,000) is required for rental of Old Town Hall, pavilions, Palmer Park Bandshell, Palmer Park Meeting Room, Imperial Hall, and the Blue Line Room.
Other insurance requirements may apply. Please contact the EECC & Parks Coordinator for more information.
Duuo provides on-demand insurance coverage for short-term rentals, tenants, events, vendors, and more.
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Upcoming Public Events
- Saturday September 21, 2024 The Once presented by Aylmer Performing Arts Council
- Thursday September 26 to Friday September 27, 2024 Annual Aylmer Library Quilt Show
- Friday October 18, 2024 Dan Mangan presented by Aylmer Performing Arts Council
- Saturday November 16, 2024 Ensemble Vivant (Bach to Piazzolla show) presented by Aylmer Performing Arts Council
- Saturday December 7, 2024 Andre Bisson Band (The Season is Near) presented by Aylmer Performing Arts Council
- Saturday January 11, 2025 “Saving Ed” Theatre Production presented by Aylmer Performing Arts Council
- Saturday February 22, 2025 Paul Reddick Band presented by Aylmer Performing Arts Council
- Saturday March 22, 2025 The Fretless feat. Madeleine Roger presented by Aylmer Performing Arts Council
Getting Married at Old Town Hall
Old Town Hall is available for a variety of event rentals including wedding ceremonies. Town of Aylmer staff also provide Civil Ceremony Services for interested couples.
For more information about getting married at Town Hall and Town of Aylmer Civil Ceremony Services, please visit http://aylmer.ca/getmarried
Event Rental Cancellation Policy
Should the renter wish to cancel their booking, they must complete the Notice of Cancellation two weeks prior to the event. An administration fee is required.
Additional Information
- By-Law 70-19 Being a By-Law to establish to rental criteria for the Old Town Hall Community Theatre in the Town of Aylmer
- Serving alcohol at your event? Consult the Municipal Alcohol Policy
- Serving Food/Beverages to the Public? Notify Southwestern Public Health
Contact Town of Aylmer Staff
Administration Staff
519-773-3164
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