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About UBC Sub Ballroom

Welcome to the UBC Sub Ballroom, now operating as The Great Hall inside The Nest (AMS Student Nest) at 6133 University Boulevard, Vancouver, BC. This LEED Platinum, ~250,000 sq ft multi-floor complex houses The Great Hall, the main ballroom, and offers flexible configurations for theatre, banquet, and reception setups. Whether you're hosting a gala, conference, or talent show, this venue combines historic roots with modern sustainability and excellent on-campus accessibility.

Note: The Sub Ballroom space has evolved into The Great Hall and can accommodate various layouts. The North/South Hall can be separated by a soundproof wall, enabling versatile event planning on the same campus footprint.

Capacity highlights include up to 859 theatre seating, 600 seated galas, or 907 for receptions, while the North/South configuration supports flexible staging. This page provides essential venue details, planning tips, and nearby accommodation and dining options to help you secure your tickets and coordinate your event with ease.

Transit to The Nest is convenient via on-campus options, including Route 68, with parking available at the North Parkade near The Nest. For out-of-town guests, several downtown hotels offer comfortable proximity and easy access to Vancouver’s vibrant dining scene. We’ve highlighted affiliate partner recommendations for hotels and restaurants to simplify planning—ensuring you’ve got a reliable connection for accommodations and meals around your event. Secure your seats and plan with confidence: we’ve got you covered for a smooth, professional experience at The Great Hall in The Nest.

Historical note: The Gala Ball tradition originated at SUB and moved to The Nest’s Great Hall in 2016. Notable past events include gatherings like the World Vision UBC Talent Show, which exemplify the venue’s versatility and community spirit.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location and rename: Sub Ballroom space now operates as The Great Hall in The Nest (AMS Student Nest), 6133 University Boulevard, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1; old SUB address was 6138 Student Union Boulevard.
  • Capacity by setup: The Great Hall (The Nest) can seat about 859 theatre, 600 banquet (seated gala), or 907 reception; Nest pages list 600-person seated galas; North/South Hall split is possible via a sound-proof wall.
  • Facilities and ownership: The Nest is LEED Platinum, ~250,000 sq ft of event space across 5 floors, with The Great Hall as its main ballroom.
  • Transit and parking: On-campus transit options include Route 68; nearest parkade is North Parkade near The Nest.
  • Nearby hotels: Downtown Vancouver options include Fairmont Hotel Vancouver (900 W Georgia St), Rosewood Hotel Georgia (801 W Georgia St), and Holiday Inn Vancouver-Centre Broadway (711 W Broadway).
  • Notable events: Gala Ball historically originated in SUB and moved to The Nest’s Great Hall in 2016; events like World Vision UBC Talent Show have been hosted in SUB Ballroom in the past.