Qualico Family Centre & Park Café

Qualico Family Centre

Imagine a beautiful space nestled under a canopy of trees by a quiet pond, the crackle of a warm fireplace, and an inviting patio.

Blending in with its natural surroundings, the Qualico Family Centre is a welcoming gathering place for Park visitors and is capable of hosting a variety of events, from Park programs for children, to corporate retreats, weddings, receptions, and other celebrations.

Complimentary WiFi is now available at the Qualico Family Centre and the Assiniboine Park Conservatory!

The Qualico Family Centre has been selected by Weddingbells Magazine as one of Canada's 20 loveliest ceremony and reception locations; places and spaces that offer inspiring architecture, amazing amenities and breathtaking natural surroundings for your special day.

The Park Café

The Park Café

The Qualico Family Centre is home to The Park Café. Executive Chef Heiko Duehrsen, formerly of The Gates on Roblin, has created family-friendly BREAKFAST AND LUNCH MENUS that are both interesting and affordable.

The Park Café is open daily from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
The Park Café does not accept reservations.
The Park Café is closed on Good Friday, Remembrance Day & Christmas Day.

Come for breakfast, lunch, or something sweet ...

Eggs Benedict

Egg Salad with Soup

Dessert

Birthday Parties at the Qualico Family Centre

Consider hosting your child’s next birthday party in the Acorn Activity Room at the beautiful new Qualico Family Centre. Parties are available for groups of 10 to 30 children. Packages include a dedicated party attendant, themed games and activities, food and beverages, and a goodie bag for the birthday child.

Learn more about Birthdays at the Qualico Family Centre…

Events & Celebrations

The Qualico Family Centre’s meeting and banquet facilities – which include a 160-seat reception hall – boast state-of-the-art audio and video technology. Chef Heiko’s banquet menu features a tempting selection of savoury soups, delicious salads, sumptuous entrees, and delectable desserts.

Visit our Plan Your Event section and discover everything you need to get started, then contact our Events Office and we'll help bring your vision to life.

Acorn Activity Room

Assiniboine Park offers a great variety of high quality programs for people of all ages and many of these classes and workshops are now held in the gorgeous Acorn Activity Room at the Qualico Family Centre. From Nature Tots for the toddler set to creative workshops for adults, there is something for everyone.

Click here to browse our current line-up of classes and workshops.

Imagine a Place

The opening of the Qualico Family Centre, named in recognition of a generous leadership gift from Brian and Ruth Hastings, marks the completion of the first phase of the Assiniboine Park Conservancy's capital redevelopment program, supported by the Imagine a Place Campaign.

Click here to learn how you can support the transformation of Assiniboine Park & Zoo.

MemoryStones

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to cement your name and message at the heart of Assiniboine Park! Mark a special occasion, anniversary, birthday or family addition by purchasing a MemoryStone that will become part of the plaza at the Qualico Family Centre. Your donation supports the Imagine a Place Campaign and the transformation of Assiniboine Park.

Click here to learn more about MemoryStones.