Welcome to
The Vessel
Holding space for your pursuits to flourish.
The Vessel is a community and events space for workshops, gatherings, pop-ups, classes, meetings, community gatherings, and more.
Introducing…
The Activator Events Membership
Making event space rentals in Vancouver affordable and accessible.
Ideal for anyone seeking a welcoming homebase in which to foster community and build meaningful connections.
If you host in-person gatherings of any size and would benefit from adaptable, reasonably priced spaces, we warmly encourage you to come in for a tour.
Event Spaces
Whether you are hosting an intimate workshop or a larger community event, The Vessel is here for all your aspirational pursuits.
The Vessel is a dry event space. We’re proud to offer a venue that is both safe and welcoming for everyone, ensuring a comfortable and inclusive environment for all guests.
Willow
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Willow is an open, flexible space designed to adapt to a diverse array of events. The versatile layout allows it to effortlessly transform to accommodate everything from corporate meetings and workshops to intimate gatherings and social celebrations. Whether you're planning a speaking event or pilates workshop, Willow is the ideal backdrop to bring your vision to life.
Size: 924 sq. ft.
Capacity: 40
Includes: Chairs, tables, bathroom, kitchenette, high speed wifi.
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Willow is great for: Speaker events, movement and fitness, pop-ups, performances, conferences, viewings, and more.
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Hourly: $70 | Full Day: $448
Non-Members:
Half Day: $500 | Full Day: $800
Members enjoy preferred booking rates, flexible cancellation policies, shorter minimum bookings, and more.
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Sign up for The Activator Events Membership
Please reach out to us about booking Willow for your next event.
Beech
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Beech is a versatile meeting space designed to foster collaboration, creativity, and learning. This space accommodates both small huddles and larger presentations. Natural light floods the space, creating an inviting atmosphere that enhances focus and productivity. Flexible seating arrangements make it ideal for workshops, strategy meetings, and classes.
Size: 504 sq. ft.
Capacity: 30
Includes: Chairs, tables, bathroom, kitchenette, high speed internet.
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Beech is good for: Meetings, classes, workshops, team building, seminars, and more.
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Hourly: $60 | Full Day: $384
Non-Members:
Half Day: $300 | Full Day: $480
Members enjoy preferred booking rates, flexible cancellation policies, shorter minimum bookings, and more.
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Sign up for The Activator Events Membership
Or reach out to us about booking Beech for your next event.
Silver Fir Studio
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Silver Fir Studio is your blank slate: ready to host movement classes, sound baths, wellness events, photo shoots, and more.
It features 14’ ceilings, timber beams, concrete floors, and exterior windows with natural light.
Size: 182 sq. ft.
Capacity: 15
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Silver Fir is good for: Anything you need an open studio space for! Movement, wellness, photography, and more.
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Hourly: $40 | Full Day: $224
Non-Members:
Half Day: $200 | Full Day: $320
Members enjoy preferred booking rates, flexible cancellation policies, shorter minimum bookings, and more!
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Sign up for The Activator Events Membership or another Vessel Designs Coworking Membership.
Please reach out to us about booking Silver Fir for your next event.
Oak
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Oak is an open, flexible space designed to adapt to a diverse array of events.
Size: 1,500 sq. ft.
Capacity: 50
Includes: Chairs, tables, bathroom, kitchenette, high speed wifi.
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Oak is great for: Large, multi-day events.
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Oak is available for Members only.
Sign up for The Activator Events Membership
Western Red Cedar
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Western Red Cedar is perfect for collaborative brainstorming sessions or small workshops, trainings, or meetings.
Size: 182 sq. ft.
Capacity: Seats 3
Includes: Chairs, tables, full whiteboard wall, high speed wifi.
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Western Red Cedar is great for: Workshops, meetings, strategy sessions, meet-ups, classes.
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Hourly: $29 | Full Day: $122
Non-Members:
Members enjoy preferred booking rates, flexible cancellation policies, shorter minimum bookings, and more!
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Sign up for The Activator Events Membership or another Vessel Designs Coworking Membership.
Atelier
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The Atelier is a bright and sunny space designed for children and families.
Size: 400 sq. ft.
Capacity: Up to 10
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The Atelier is great for: Family and child-focused programs, workshops, and classes.
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Hourly: $40
Non-Members:
Not available for non-Members.
Members enjoy preferred booking rates, flexible cancellation policies, shorter minimum bookings, and more!
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The Atelier is available for Members only.
Sign up for The Activator Events Membership.
Bigleaf Maple
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The Bigleaf Maple Meeting Room is perfect for a day of collaborative meetings or smaller workshops and classes. It features 14’ ceilings, timber beams, concrete floors, and exterior windows with natural light.
There is a 55" LG 4K Smart Tv, LogiTeck 4K Webcam, and 60" glass whiteboard to elevate your event.
Size: 114 sq. ft.
Capacity: 10
Includes: Chairs, tables, 55" LG 4K Smart Tv, LogiTeck 4K Webcam, 60" glass whiteboard, bathroom, kitchen, high speed internet.
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Bigleaf Maple is good for: Meetings and smaller workshops or classes.
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Hourly: $45
Non-Members:
Members enjoy preferred booking rates, flexible cancellation policies, shorter minimum bookings, and more!
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Sign up for The Activator Events Membership or another Vessel Designs Coworking Membership.
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Vessel Designs invites organizations to connect with us for partnership opportunities.
Please tell us a bit more about your needs: The type of event, the number of attendees, the date, and your budget if you have one.
The Vessel is committed to community building and making rental space available for all. Please inquire about our sliding scale rates.
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Importance of Community
Building Community
Events play a crucial role in fostering a sense of community and connection. They provide opportunities for people to come together, share experiences, and build relationships that strengthen social ties. Whether it’s a panel discussion, a networking event, or a workshop, these gatherings encourage collaboration and support, allowing individuals to discover common interests and values. Through events, communities can connect, grow, and inspire collective action for positive change.
Vessel Designs is here to help create a network of support that enhances our collective wellbeing and individual growth.
Women-led in Railtown
The Vessel is located at 49 Dunlevy Ave. in Railtown, Vancouver.
Read more about the growing community of women owned and led businesses in Railtown.