Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is High Beam Dreams located?
Locally owned and operated wedding venue, High Beam Dreams is located in Gibsons, Sunshine Coast, British Columbia. Sunshine Coast is a forty (40) minutes ferry ride from West Vancouver. Our intimate, picture-perfect wedding venue is in Gibsons is ten (10) minutes drive from the ferry terminal this side (Langdale Ferry Terminal) and makes it a perfect and easily accessible unique venue for your special occasion.
What is the venue capacity?
In concert style setting, the venue's capacity is 150. In a reception style setting with round tables, about 120 guests can be seated and rectangular tables setting (6 feet tables) can have between 130 guests.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Yes, High Beam Dreams is wheelchair accessible. We also have a wheelchair accessible washroom.
What is included in the rental package?
When you rent our venue for a wedding, below are the items that are covered in the rental:
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Exclusive use of indoor venue (2000 sq. ft. approx.) and outdoor yard.
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Tables & Chairs - we have 150 white chairs, 10 round tables (72 in diameter) and 15 rectangular tables (72 in. long) and 10 Bar Height Tables.
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Air Conditioning and Heating
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PA system and Projector
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Coffee/Tea Bar that includes coffee machine, hot water dispense boiler and Ice Machine
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Piano
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Catering Prep Area with custom made spit and grill (Vancouver Coastal Health approved)
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Ample Parking space on and around the property
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Local, custom made A frame Wedding Arch
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Local, custom made spit and grill
What are the insurance and liquor permit requirements?
1. Couple must obtaining a Special Event Insurance. This can be purchased online or in person at an insurance office. One of the online website for this is Event Liability Insurance For Hosts | Event Liability Policy | Duuo
2. If you are planning to serve/ sell liquor at your event, obtaining a Liquor Permit is mandatory. This can be purchased online via this website: Special Events Permits
3. If you are renting for a wedding, hiring an industry professional 'Coordinator of the Day' is mandatory . This person must not be a guest or family member attending the event
Is it mandatory to hire a wedding planner or Coordinator of the Day?
We highly recommend you to hire a professional wedding planner. However, if you are renting for a wedding, hiring an industry professional 'Coordinator of the Day' is mandatory. This person must not be a guest or family member attending the event.
Do you have preferred vendors' list?
Yes, we do have a recommended vendors list. These are the vendors that we have worked with, have built strong relationships and are familiar with our venue. Our recommended vendors list has been helpful to our couples in choosing vendors. This list is to help couples and it is not mandatory for them to book with our preferred vendors. You are welcome to work with vendors that you like or know. However, a vendor outside of the recommended vendors list must be approved by the venue and must have proper business license and insurance. This is to ensure that your special day is stress-free and the best you have dreamt it to be!
You are welcome to reach out to us should you have more questions on this.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
High Beam Dreams is a wheelchair accessible wedding venue. We have accessible parking, accessible paths, accessible indoors space with an accessible washroom. The indoor stage also has removable accessible pltaform.
How can one schedule a viewing or get more information?
We are glad that you like our venue. Please feel free to complete the Contact us form and we will respond within two (2) business days. You can also email us at info@highbeamdreams.ca