Songhees Events & Catering is a banquet hall venue located in Victoria, British Columbia. Situated in the Lekwungen territories, this event centre combines tradition and local culture with modern facilities. The LEED Silver Certified building boasts environmentally-friendly features while the culinary team crafts exquisite indigenous dishes.

Facilities and Capacity

This venue offers 13,000 square feet of space, making it ideal for tremendous events. The venue’s main function room, He’Was Hall, is ideal for customizing your celebration. You can hold both your ceremony and reception in this versatile space, ensuring there is room for all of your loved ones. This hall can accommodate receptions of 600 guests for a seated dinner or 800 for a cocktail event. Additionally, there is an outdoor space that features panoramic views of the stunning scenery. This waterfront property makes a beautiful ceremony location, and there are areas available outside to hold your nuptials. The rooftop terrace provides a breathtaking destination for intimate gatherings of up to 10 of your nearest and dearest. The terrace is suitable for elopements, engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, and even day-after brunches.

Services Offered

Songhees Events & Catering employs a dedicated staff to assist couples in planning their weddings. Their events manager, Catherine Davies, has an extensive background in customer service and ensures that events are executed flawlessly. Catherine and events coordinator Loretta Jones is well prepared to help with any challenges or questions that may arise during the planning process.

Cuisine

In addition to hosting beautiful weddings, this venue provides delightful catering services. They can prepare custom menus for events off-site, as well. Chef David Roger has a culinary career spanning three decades and has worked with top chefs from around the world. David and Sous Chef Gary Henry create excellent dishes inspired by local traditions. They use seasonally available and locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. Their seafood is responsibly caught, aiding in the preservation of British Columbia’s ocean ecosystem. The facility also features a rooftop garden, where vegetables and other produce are grown.