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If you are looking for a private, discreet, upscale, and centrally located venue space to hold your family and friends for a wedding rehearsal dinner and party, look no further than The Forrester Centre on Coxheath Road in Sydney, NS.
Your one stop to a stress free, all-inclusive wedding rehearsal day experience!
Our venue is suitable for groups with 50 or less guests, depending on set up.​​​ Our rehearsal party clients enjoy the small, intimate, and premium vibe of our venue, along with delicious food and beverage that's delivered with exceptional service and attention to detail. Along with this, we also offer a variety of other in-house amenities you may wish to consider for added convenience (wedding gifting options, entertainment, etc.)
More importantly, we offer our clients the utmost discretion and privacy as we only book one group in the venue at a time - which makes it perfect for families looking to connect before the big day!
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Now booking Rehearsal Party experiences for 2026, with limited availability on select Thursdays, & Fridays. To book, please reach out via our online contact form below to give us a sense of your needs. The more detail the better!
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Thank-you for considering us!
Shannon & Dan
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Rehearsal Parties
Rehearsal Party Experiences
(Upper Level - The Kastle)
This Package Includes:
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Exclusive and private venue rental of upper main level, with full set up for your group only. Event planning included.
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Choice of catering options depending on your numbers and catering selections (i.e. formal 3 course dinner for up to 24 or butler style cocktail reception with hors d’oeuvres/appetizers for up to 50). Catering also includes Service Delivery Team.
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Choice of Beverage/Bar Service (cash bar option available)
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Use of in-house AV, equipment, & stage: 98' Flat Screen TV, mic and podium, stage sound and lighting
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WIFI
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Private guest parking​
Investment: starting at $5,999 (plus tax and industry standard gratuity)
​Add on Options: (for additional cost. Please know overall event budget prior to inquiring/booking).
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Additional Venue space (Krypt/Kourtyard)
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photography
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enhanced catering options
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gifting options
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specific themed décor / more elaborate décor
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florals
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guest performers / live entertainment
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and more!
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Booking Requirements:
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50% non refundable retainer required upfront to secure. Payments can be made via visa/Mastercard, corporate cheque, etransfer, or cash.
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Completed booking request form so can assess your needs and determine whether we are able to accommodate.
To get started: please complete our booking request form now! Please include as much detail as possible about your event needs.
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To book your rehearsal party at The Forrester Centre, please complete the below booking request form so we can better assess your needs. Incomplete forms will not be responded to.