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About Cunard Centre

Pavilion 23, formerly known as the Cunard Centre, is a flexible, single-level event space located in the Halifax Seaport District. Managed by RCR Hospitality Group, this 18,000 sq ft venue sits behind The Westin Nova Scotian and offers versatile configurations for standing receptions and gatherings. While the venue itself has shifted from its original function, Pavilion 23 remains a key location for large events, community activities, and ongoing collaborations in Halifax.

Whether you’re planning a corporate reception, cultural event, or signatory gathering, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating options, parking, transit accessibility, and nearby lodging and dining. Secure your seats and plan with confidence knowing the area is well-served by public transit and nearby hotels.

Parking in the Halifax Seaport area includes multiple lots (A–D) with roughly 740 spaces, plus additional lots along Marginal Road and Lower Water Street. Pay-and-display options are common, so allow a few extra minutes for parking logistics on event days. Halifax Transit serves downtown routes with convenient connections to the Seaport District, making public transportation a practical choice for attendees.

Nearby lodging centers include The Westin Nova Scotian (within walking distance) at 1181 Hollis Street, offering comfortable accommodations close to Pavilion 23. For dining and refreshments, a variety of restaurants and cafes dot the Seaport and downtown core, with several affiliate partners offering convenient dining options for event guests. If you’re coordinating group stays or dining experiences, we can point you toward reliable partner recommendations to fit your itinerary.

Key historical context: Pavilion 23 has hosted notable events in Halifax’s cultural scene, including Word On The Street, the NS Designer Craft Council Christmas Craft Show, and the NSLC Festival of Wines. The venue’s evolution reflects the vibrant Seaport District as a hub for arts, culture, and community engagement.

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: Pavilion 23, 961 Marginal Road, Halifax, NS (the Cunard Centre site behind The Westin Nova Scotian).
  • Current use/name: Pavilion 23 (formerly Cunard Centre), a single-level, 18,000 sq ft flexible event space managed by RCR Hospitality Group.
  • Original Cunard Centre capacity: up to 2,200 banquet guests and up to 4,000 for receptions (facility size ~45,000 sq ft).
  • Current capacity: Pavilion 23 capacity listed as 1,300 standing reception (open-plan space).
  • Notable events hosted historically: Word On The Street, NS Designer Craft Council Christmas Craft Show, NSLC Festival of Wines.
  • Status update: Centre shuttered as an events venue in 2021; Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market relocated to Pavilion 23 in 2022.
  • Parking: Halifax Seaport area parking lots (A–D, ~740 spaces); nearby lots serving Marginal Road and Lower Water Street; parking can be pay-and-display.
  • Transit: Served by Halifax Transit (public transit options in downtown Halifax; general routes and depart-line information available).
  • Nearby hotels: The Westin Nova Scotian (1181 Hollis Street) within walking distance of Pavilion 23.
  • Notable rename/demolition: Cunard Centre renamed to Pavilion 23; not demolished as of 2026.