Empress Acres
A 69-acre organic farm with a large pole barn, two moveable rustic bars and exclusive use of the property. Packages include a venue host, parking and bathroom attendants; ceremony spots include fields and a grove.
What the fee includes isn’t confirmed yet, so ask the venue.
The music
Half-day package: event ends at 6 p.m., guests off-site by 8 p.m. For the full-day package, confirm the end time with the venue.
The room
Up to 135 guests. Up to 135–140 guests.
Getting there
16 km from downtown Nanaimo — book a shuttle for guests.
The money
$7,900 — Three-day package ($7,900): set-up and rehearsal on day one, your event on day two, take-down by 1 p.m. on day three. Events with more than 100 guests add $600. A half-day package ($2,000) ends at 6 p.m. Rates change by season, so confirm with the venue.
The setting
Farms & Barns in Cassidy / Haslam Road, Nanaimo.
Catering
Choose from the venue's preferred caterer list.
Rain plan
28x80 pole barn with sliding side doors for receptions.
Stay
Tent/RV camping on site and a bridal suite; confirm with the venue.
Where it is
2974 Haslam Rd, Nanaimo, BC
Price checked for the 2025 season. Prices change by season, so confirm with the venue. Report a change →
Sources: venue website, weddingwire.ca