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Activity Centres

Looking for a space to host your next meeting, program, or event? Nanaimo’s Activity Centres offer flexible, affordable spaces equipped for a wide variety of uses ranging from community programs and fitness classes to private rentals and special events.

To submit a general rental request for this facility, click below:

Submit a Rental Request

If you wish to book an Indoor Special Event at this facility, click below:

Request an Indoor Special Event

Bookable Spaces

Browse through the Activity Centres we have available for rent below. 

Kin Hut Activity Centre â–¼

The Kin Hut is a 1,015 square foot community hall used for recreation, cultural and sport/fitness programs, events and activities. It is available for community and private use and is located beside Departure Bay Beach and Kin Park. The facility includes an electric fireplace.

Key Features:

  • Kitchen (no dishes or supplies)
  • Refrigerator
  • Electric range
  • Sink
  • Chairs & tables 
  • No Wi-Fi
  • Electric fireplace
  • Close to Kinsmen Park playground

Capacity:
85 (theatre seating)
50 (tables & chairs seating)

Pricing:
Private: $17.10/hr
Commercial:$19.00/hr

*If you are a registered non-profit group, please let us know as you may be eligible for a discounted rate. Prices increase every September*

Dimensions: 1,015 sq.ft. (35’ x 29’)

Check out Kin Hut Availability:
Click HERE to view live availability for this space

Room Rental Request:

Submit a Rental Request

If you have any questions or inquiries about this room, please reach out to janelle.timmins@nanaimo.ca or 250-756-5202.

Rotary Field House â–¼

The Rotary Field House is a 989 square foot community hall used for recreation, cultural and sport/fitness programs, events and activities. It is available for community and private use. The facility includes a wall-mounted screen and an outdoor deck overlooking the Serauxmen fields.

Key Features:

  • Kitchen (no dishes or supplies)
  • Refrigerator
  • Electric range
  • Sink
  • Chairs & tables
  • No Wi-Fi
  • Projector screen
  • Close to Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and Nanaimo Ice Centre

Capacity:
80 (theatre seating)
50 (tables & chairs seating)

Pricing:
Private: $17.10/hr
Commercial:$19.00/hr

*If you are a registered non-profit group, please let us know as you may be eligible for a discounted rate. Prices increase every September*

Dimensions: 989 sq.ft. (43’ x 23’)

Check out Rotary Field House Availability:
Click HERE to view live availability for this space

Room Rental Request:

Submit a Rental Request

If you have any questions or inquiries about this room, please reach out to janelle.timmins@nanaimo.ca or 250-756-5202.

Centennial Building â–¼

The 7,500 square foot Centennial Building is located within Beban Park. It is used for recreation and sport/fitness programs, events and activities. It is available for community and private use.

Key Features:

  • Accessible
  • Large open space
  • Tables & chairs available
  • Washrooms

Capacity:
Theatre Style Seating: 625
Chairs & Tables Seating: 400

Pricing:
Private: $37.47
Commercial: $41.63

*If you are a registered non-profit group, please let us know as you may be eligible for a discounted rate. Prices increase every September*

Dimensions: 989 sq.ft. (125’ x 60’)

Check out Centennial Building Availability:
Click HERE to view live availability for this space

Room Rental Request:

Rental Request Form

If you have any questions or inquiries about this room, please reach out to janelle.timmins@nanaimo.ca or 250-756-5202.

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Last updated: June 19, 2026

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