Beban Park Social Centre
Beban Park Social Centre is a large community gathering space located within the Beban Park Complex. The centre consists of several public meeting rooms and a large auditorium space.
In addition to countless hours of public recreation programs the centre is the site to many community events of all sizes. Renovated in 2010, the Social Centre is a welcoming community gathering space.
If you wish to book an Indoor Special Event at this facility, click below:
Bookable Spaces
Browse through the rooms we have for rent at Beban Park Social Centre below
Stage â–¼
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This 1,680 square foot area features theatrical lighting, an in-house sound system, a loading door and a large ceiling-mounted screen at the front of the stage (visible in auditorium A only). It is adjacent to Auditorium A and dressing rooms.
Key Features:
- Microphone (corded & cordless available upon request)
- Mirrors with ballet bar
- Podium - available upon request
- Projector screen (approx. 27’ wide)
- Connected to Auditorium A (booked seperatly)
- Proscenium is 40’
- Maximum height for set up purposes is 14’
- Sound system for use with CDs, iPods, laptops, and phones
- Preset lighting with spotlights
- Safety/sound curtain
- Drop curtains
- Public Wi-Fi - not guaranteed
Capacity:
80 (theatre seating)
64 (tables & chairs seating)
Pricing:
Private: $11.21/hr
Commercial: $12.45/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: 1,680 sq.ft. (30’ x 56’)
Curious about our facilities accessibility features?
Click HERE to see Beban Social Centre Accessibility features.
Check out Stage Availability:
Click HERE to view live availability for this space
Room Rental Request:
If you have any questions or inquiries about this room, please reach out to Janelle.timmins@nanaimo.ca or 250-756-5202.
Auditorium A â–¼
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This 3,840 square foot room features a vaulted ceiling, lighting that can be dimmed, an in-house sound system and access to a stage and dressing rooms (booked separately). A movable wall separates it from Auditorium B.
Key Features:
- Access to stage and dressing rooms (additional fees)
- Accessible
- Chairs & tables available
- Projector screen (comes down at front of the stage)
- Microphone (corded & cordless available upon request)
- Sound system
- Washrooms in lobby
- Public Wi-Fi - not guaranteed
- Wood flooring
Capacity:
315 (theatre seating)
200 (tables & chairs seating)
Pricing:
Private: $64.35/hr
Commercial: $71.50/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: 3,840 sq.ft. (80’ x 48’)
Curious about our facilities accessibility features?
Click HERE to see Beban Social Centre Accessibility features.
Check out Auditorium A Availability:
Click HERE to view live availability for this space
Room Rental Request:
If you have any questions or inquiries about this room, please reach out to Janelle.timmins@nanaimo.ca or 250-756-5202.
Auditorium B â–¼
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This 3,840 square foot room features a vaulted ceiling, lighting that can be dimmed, an in-house sound system and access to a kitchen. Movable walls separate it from Auditorium A and Lounge C (booked separately).
Key Features:
- Access to Lounge C and Concession/Bar (additional fees)
- Direct access to Commercial Kitchen (additional fees)
- Chairs & tables available
- Sound system
- Washrooms in lobby
- Public Wi-Fi - not guaranteed
- Microphone (corded & cordless available upon request)
- Wood flooring
Capacity:
315 (theatre seating)
200 (tables & chairs seating)
Pricing:
Private: $64.35/hr
Commercial: $71.50/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: 3,840 sq.ft. (80’ x 48’)
Curious about our facilities accessibility features?
Click HERE to see Beban Social Centre Accessibility features.
Check out Auditorium B Availability:
Click HERE to view live availability for this space
Room Rental Request:
If you have any questions or inquiries about this room, please reach out to Janelle.timmins@nanaimo.ca or 250-756-5202.
Lounge C â–¼
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The 2,900 square foot room has lighting that can be dimmed and an in-house sound system. It has access to the bar, Rooms 7 & 8, and a movable wall separating it from Auditorium B (booked separately).
Key Features:
- 85” smart TV monitor
- Whiteboard (markers not provided)
- Parquet wood floor
- Chairs & tables available
- Concession/Bar access upon request
- If available (additional rental fees apply), access to Commercial Kitchen through Concession/Bar
- Access to Rooms 7 & 8 (additional fees apply)
- 10’ ceiling
- Electric folding wall between Lounge C and Auditorium B
- Dimmable LED and pot lights
- Fluorescent lights
- Microphone (corded & cordless available upon request)
- Sound system
Capacity:
200 (theatre seating)
125 (tables & chairs seating)
Pricing:
Private: $23.77/hr
Commercial: $26.41/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: 2,900 sq.ft. (63’ x 46.5’)
Curious about our facilities accessibility features?
Click HERE to see Beban Social Centre Accessibility features.
Check out Lounge C Availability:
Click HERE to view live availability for this space
Room Rental Request:
If you have any questions or inquiries about this room, please reach out to Janelle.timmins@nanaimo.ca or 250-756-5202.
Room 1 â–¼
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This 840 square foot room has a wall-mounted T.V. and lighting that can be dimmed. There is a moveable wall that separates this space from room 2 (must be booked separately) where noise can transfer between the two spaces.
Key Features:
- T.V.
- Chairs & tables available
- Microphone (corded available upon request)
- Public Wi-Fi - not guaranteed
Capacity:
50 (theatre seating)
20 (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: 840 sq.ft.
Curious about our facilities accessibility features?
Click HERE to see Beban Social Centre Accessibility features.
Check out Room 1 Availability:
Click HERE to view live availability for this space
Room Rental Request:
If you have any questions or inquiries about this room, please reach out to Janelle.timmins@nanaimo.ca or 250-756-5202.
Room 2 â–¼
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This 840 square foot room has a wall-mounted T.V. and lighting that can be dimmed. There is a moveable wall that separates this space from room 1 & 3 (must be booked separately) where noise can transfer between the different spaces.
Key Features:
- T.V.
- Chairs & tables available
- Microphone (corded available upon request)
- Public Wi-Fi - not guaranteed
Capacity:
50 (theatre seating)
20 (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: 840 sq.ft.
Curious about our facilities accessibility features?
Click HERE to see Beban Social Centre Accessibility features.
Check out Room 2 Availability:
Click HERE to view live availability for this space
Room Rental Request:
If you have any questions or inquiries about this room, please reach out to Janelle.timmins@nanaimo.ca or 250-756-5202.
Room 3 â–¼
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This 840 square foot room has a wall-mounted T.V. and lighting that can be dimmed. There is a moveable wall that separates this space from room 2 (must be booked separately) where noise can transfer between the two spaces. Additionally, this space has a kitchen attached to it that is accessible from the room, for access you must communicate this during the booking process.
Key Features:
- T.V.
- Chairs & tables available
- Microphone (corded available upon request)
- Public Wi-Fi - not guaranteed
- Kitchen access
Capacity:
50 (theatre seating)
20 (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: 840 sq.ft.
Curious about our facilities accessibility features?
Click HERE to see Beban Social Centre Accessibility features.
Check out Room 3 Availability:
Click HERE to view live availability for this space
Room Rental Request:
If you have any questions or inquiries about this room, please reach out to Janelle.timmins@nanaimo.ca or 250-756-5202.
Room 6 â–¼
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This Multi-purpose room has been renovated and bring a modern feel. It offer a kitchen countertop, access to a fridge, and a sink all inside of the room to make the experience that much easier for users.
Key Features:
- Chairs & tables available
- Small freezer
- Microphone (corded available upon request)
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Sink
- T.V.
- Public Wi-Fi - not guaranteed
Capacity:
40 - (theatre seating)
20 - (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:
Curious about our facilities accessibility features?
Click HERE to see Beban Social Centre Accessibility features.
Check out Room 6 Availability:
Click HERE to view live availability for this space
Room Rental Request:
If you have any questions or inquiries about this room, please reach out to Janelle.timmins@nanaimo.ca or 250-756-5202.
Room 7 â–¼
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This 840 square foot room has a wall-mounted T.V. and lighting that can be dimmed. It has access to Lounge C and the bar (booked separately) as well as a window conntect to the bar area.
Key Features:
- Chairs & tables available
- T.V.
- Public Wi-Fi - not guaranteed
- Connected to Lounge C and Room 8 (booked separately)
- Concession & bar access if available (must request)
- Microphone (corded available upon request)
Capacity:
50 (theatre seating)
20 (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: 840 sq.ft.
Curious about our facilities accessibility features?
Click HERE to see Beban Social Centre Accessibility features.
Check out Room 7 Availability:
Click HERE to view live availability for this space
Room Rental Request:
If you have any questions or inquiries about this room, please reach out to Janelle.timmins@nanaimo.ca or 250-756-5202.
Room 8 â–¼
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This 840 square foot room has a wall-mounted T.V. and lighting that can be dimmed. It has access to Lounge C (booked separately) and has a moveable wall the separates the space from room 7 where noise may transfer.
Key Features:
- Chairs & tables available
- T.V.
- Public Wi-Fi - not guaranteed
- Microphone (corded available upon request)
Capacity:
50 (theatre seating)
20 (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: 840 sq.ft.
Curious about our facilities accessibility features?
Click HERE to see Beban Social Centre Accessibility features.
Check out Room 8 Availability:
Click HERE to view live availability for this space
Room Rental Request:
If you have any questions or inquiries about this room, please reach out to Janelle.timmins@nanaimo.ca or 250-756-5202.
Concession & Bar â–¼
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This facility has an electric cooktop, two coolers, microwave and an ice machine. It has access to Lounge C and a kitchen. This space is made available for users of Lounge C or room 7 and is availability dependent, so please check with our Allocations Clerk to reserve this space with your booking.
Key Features:
- Bar
- Cooktop
- Ice machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Sink
- Coffee maker (5-burner)
- Window/entrance to Lounge C
- Window/entrance to Rooms 7
- No added fee when renting Lounge C
- Access through Lounge C/Room 7
Capacity:
N/A (theatre seating)
N/A (tables & chairs seating)
Curious about our facilities accessibility features?
Click HERE to see Beban Social Centre Accessibility features.
Check out Concession & Bar Availability:
Click HERE to view live availability for this space
Room Rental Request:
If you have any questions or inquiries about this room, please reach out to Janelle.timmins@nanaimo.ca or 250-756-5202.
Commercial Kitchen â–¼
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This kitchen comes equipped with a triple wide refrigerator, a double wide freezer and a gas range with 6 burners, a grill and ovens. It also has 3 convection ovens, a microwave and dishwasher. It can be accessed from Auditorium B and the bar (booked separately).
Key Features:
- Access through Auditorium B or Concession/Bar (booked separately)
- Triple wide refrigerator
- Double wide freezer
- 6-burner range with grill and ovens
- 3 convection ovens
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Sink
- 4 worktables
- Access from loading zone
- Access to Room 7
Capacity:
N/A (theatre seating)
N/A (tables & chairs seating)
Pricing:
Private: $17.10
Commercial: $19.00
*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: N/A
Curious about our facilities accessibility features?
Click HERE to see Beban Social Centre Accessibility features.
Check out Commercial Kitchen Availability:
Click HERE to view live availability for this space
Room Rental Request:
If you have any questions or inquiries about this room, please reach out to Janelle.timmins@nanaimo.ca or 250-756-5202.
Last updated: June 12, 2026
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