{"id":12242,"date":"2026-03-12T12:27:14","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T16:27:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/?p=12242"},"modified":"2026-03-12T12:27:14","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T16:27:14","slug":"summer-2026-wedding-venue-gta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/summer-2026-wedding-venue-gta\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer 2026 Wedding Venue Options in the GTA"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer is peak wedding season in the Greater Toronto Area \u2014 and for good reason. Longer days, warm weather, and guests who are actually available to travel. But summer weddings in the GTA also come with challenges that couples don&#8217;t always think about until it&#8217;s too late.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re planning a summer 2026 wedding in Toronto, Richmond Hill, Markham, Vaughan, or anywhere in the GTA, here&#8217;s what you need to know about choosing the right venue.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/summer-2026-wedding-venue-gta\/#Skip_the_Outdoor_Summer_Weddings_in_the_GTA\" >Skip the Outdoor Summer Weddings in the GTA<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/summer-2026-wedding-venue-gta\/#Why_Natural_Light_Studios_Are_the_Summer_Wedding_Alternative\" >Why Natural Light Studios Are the Summer Wedding Alternative<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/summer-2026-wedding-venue-gta\/#What_to_Look_for_in_a_Summer_2026_Wedding_Venue\" >What to Look for in a Summer 2026 Wedding Venue<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/summer-2026-wedding-venue-gta\/#Summer_2026_Micro_Wedding_The_Practical_Option\" >Summer 2026 Micro Wedding: The Practical Option<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/summer-2026-wedding-venue-gta\/#All-Inclusive_Summer_Wedding_Packages\" >All-Inclusive Summer Wedding Packages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/summer-2026-wedding-venue-gta\/#Summer_Wedding_Day_Timeline_A_Sample_Schedule\" >Summer Wedding Day Timeline: A Sample Schedule<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/summer-2026-wedding-venue-gta\/#Combining_a_Summer_Wedding_with_a_Cultural_Ceremony\" >Combining a Summer Wedding with a Cultural Ceremony<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/summer-2026-wedding-venue-gta\/#Summer_2026_Dates_Whats_Still_Available\" >Summer 2026 Dates: What&#8217;s Still Available<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/summer-2026-wedding-venue-gta\/#Book_Your_Summer_2026_Wedding\" >Book Your Summer 2026 Wedding<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Skip_the_Outdoor_Summer_Weddings_in_the_GTA\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skip the Outdoor Summer Weddings in the GTA<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The dream: a beautiful garden ceremony under blue skies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The reality in Toronto-area summers:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Humidity.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> July and August in the GTA regularly hit 30\u00b0C+ with high humidity. Guests in formal attire will be uncomfortable within 20 minutes. Makeup doesn&#8217;t hold. Hair goes flat.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Unpredictable rain.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The GTA averages 8-10 rainy days per month in summer. A sudden afternoon thunderstorm can disrupt an outdoor ceremony with zero warning.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Insects.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Mosquitoes and wasps are unavoidable at outdoor venues near parks, gardens, or water \u2014 especially during evening receptions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Noise and privacy.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Public parks and outdoor spaces mean background noise from traffic, other park visitors, and nearby events.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Backup plans cost extra.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Most outdoor venues require a tent rental as a rain backup, which adds $2,000-$5,000 to the budget \u2014 for something you hope you won&#8217;t need.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">None of this means outdoor weddings can&#8217;t work. But it means couples should seriously consider venues that give them the feeling of a bright, airy summer celebration without the risks of being fully outdoors.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Natural_Light_Studios_Are_the_Summer_Wedding_Alternative\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Natural Light Studios Are the Summer Wedding Alternative<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The fastest-growing summer wedding trend in the GTA for 2026: booking a natural light studio instead of an outdoor venue.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here&#8217;s what these spaces offer that outdoor venues don&#8217;t:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Climate control.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Air conditioning means comfortable guests, stable makeup, and no one sweating through their outfit. This matters enormously in July and August.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Weather-proof.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Rain, wind, or extreme heat \u2014 none of it affects your day. You&#8217;ll never need a backup plan because the venue is the plan.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Natural light without the outdoors.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Studios with large windows and thoughtful lighting design give you warm, natural photos that look bright and airy \u2014 the same aesthetic couples want from an outdoor ceremony, without the risks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Better photography.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Controlled lighting conditions produce more consistent, higher-quality photos than the harsh midday sun or unpredictable cloud cover of an outdoor setting. No squinting, no harsh shadows, no washed-out faces.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Privacy.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A private studio means your event is the only event. No other wedding parties, no public access, no competing noise.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Look_for_in_a_Summer_2026_Wedding_Venue\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to Look for in a Summer 2026 Wedding Venue<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you&#8217;re considering indoor, outdoor, or a hybrid approach, here&#8217;s what matters most for a summer GTA wedding:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Air conditioning is non-negotiable.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If the venue doesn&#8217;t have reliable climate control, your July or August wedding will be uncomfortable. Ask specifically \u2014 some historic venues and converted spaces have limited AC capacity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Natural light for photos.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The best summer wedding photos come from soft, diffused natural light \u2014 not harsh direct sun or fluorescent overhead fixtures. Look for venues with large windows, designed backdrops, and spaces that photograph well without heavy artificial lighting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>All-inclusive packages save summer stress.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Summer is the busiest season for every wedding vendor in the GTA. Photographers, florists, officiants, and makeup artists all book up fast. An all-inclusive venue package guarantees your vendors are locked in, regardless of how busy the season gets.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Capacity for your guest count.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A common mistake: booking a venue designed for 200 guests when you&#8217;re inviting 30. Your group will feel lost in a cavernous ballroom. Choose a venue sized for your actual guest list \u2014 whether that&#8217;s 10 guests or 50.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Free parking.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Summer events in downtown Toronto mean competing with tourists, festivals, and patio season for parking. A venue with its own free parking lot removes a major friction point for your guests.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Accessible location.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You want to choose a spot that is off the highway. When friends and family are spread across the GTA, you don\u2019t want to make it difficult to get there.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>A coordinator who handles logistics.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You should be enjoying your summer wedding, not managing setup in 32\u00b0C heat. A dedicated wedding day coordinator is especially valuable during summer when timing around heat and daylight matters.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summer_2026_Micro_Wedding_The_Practical_Option\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer 2026 Micro Wedding: The Practical Option<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More GTA couples are choosing micro weddings for their summer 2026 celebrations. The reasons align perfectly with the season:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Availability.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Large banquet halls are fully booked for summer 2026. Micro wedding venues designed for 10-50 guests often still have dates \u2014 including some weekends \u2014 because they have more scheduling flexibility.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Budget.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Summer vendor pricing is at its peak. A photographer who charges $3,000 in March may charge $4,500 in July. All-inclusive micro wedding packages lock in pricing regardless of season, protecting you from summer surcharges.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Speed.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you&#8217;re just now deciding on a summer wedding, you don&#8217;t have 12 months of planning runway. A micro wedding can come together in 2-8 weeks and that leaves you withplenty of time for a July, August, or even late June date.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Comfort.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A micro wedding with 25 guests in a climate-controlled studio is a more comfortable experience for everyone than 150 guests in a hot tent.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"All-Inclusive_Summer_Wedding_Packages\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All-Inclusive Summer Wedding Packages<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/wedding-ceremony-reception\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Espace Studio&#8217;s micro wedding and reception packages<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include everything you need \u2014 no outside vendors required:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Up to 20 guests \u2014 $2,999:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4-hour studio rental with full access to all event rooms<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 hour of professional photography (100+ edited photos)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Government-licensed wedding officiant<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bridal makeup and hair styling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Floral arch, floor arrangements, silk bouquet and boutonniere<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Head table and guest table setup with decor and dinnerware<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pre-wedding planning consultation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wedding day coordinator<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Up to 32 guests \u2014 $3,999:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everything above, plus 5-hour rental and 2 hours of photography (150+ photos)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Up to 45 guests \u2014 $4,999:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everything above, plus 6-hour rental<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want a wedding ceremony alone, that starts at $699.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The studio is air-conditioned, features natural light with designed backdrops and vintage furniture, offers free parking, and is wheelchair accessible \u2014 everything you need for a comfortable, beautiful summer celebration.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summer_Wedding_Day_Timeline_A_Sample_Schedule\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer Wedding Day Timeline: A Sample Schedule<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a summer micro wedding, here&#8217;s a timeline that works with the season:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Morning ceremony (avoids peak heat):<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9:00 AM \u2014 Bridal suite: hair and makeup<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10:30 AM \u2014 First look and couple&#8217;s photos<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11:00 AM \u2014 Ceremony<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11:30 AM \u2014 Group photos and cocktails<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12:00 PM \u2014 Lunch reception<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2:00 PM \u2014 Event ends<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Late afternoon ceremony (golden hour photos):<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3:00 PM \u2014 Bridal suite: hair and makeup<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4:30 PM \u2014 Ceremony<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5:00 PM \u2014 Cocktail hour with appetizers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5:30 PM \u2014 Golden hour couple&#8217;s photos (if venue has windows or outdoor space)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6:00 PM \u2014 Dinner reception<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8:00 PM \u2014 Event ends<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Morning ceremonies are increasingly popular for summer micro weddings because the light is softer, temperatures are lower, and guests leave with the rest of their day free. But if you want an evening party, you\u2019re lucky it\u2019s summer and the sun sets around 9 p.m. in Toronto so you don\u2019t need to lose out on the natural light.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Combining_a_Summer_Wedding_with_a_Cultural_Ceremony\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Combining a Summer Wedding with a Cultural Ceremony<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer is a popular time to incorporate your cultural ceremonies, like the Chinese tea ceremony, because extended family members are more likely to be available,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0including relatives visiting from overseas.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A common approach: hold the tea ceremony in the morning and the Western ceremony and reception in the afternoon, all at the same venue. This keeps the day simple, avoids travel between locations in summer heat, and gives both traditions the space they deserve.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summer_2026_Dates_Whats_Still_Available\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer 2026 Dates: What&#8217;s Still Available<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As of early 2026, here&#8217;s the typical availability picture for micro wedding venues in the GTA:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>June:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Limited weekends, good weekday and Friday availability<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>July:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Moderate weekend availability, strong weekday availability<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>August:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Best availability of the summer months (many couples target June\/July first)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>September (early fall):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Increasingly popular \u2014 warm weather, lower humidity, beautiful light<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The earlier you book, the more options you&#8217;ll have. But the advantage of a micro wedding is that even a booking made 2-4 weeks out can still secure a great date.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Book_Your_Summer_2026_Wedding\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book Your Summer 2026 Wedding<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready to lock in your summer date? <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact Espace Studio<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at 647-924-7757 or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">schedule a visit to the studio<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at 1550 16th Ave, Richmond Hill \u2014 25 minutes from downtown Toronto, central to Markham, Newmarket, Aurora, Vaughan, Thornhill, and Scarborough.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All-inclusive micro wedding and reception packages from $2,999. Ceremony-only from $699. Climate-controlled studio with natural light, free parking, and a wedding day coordinator included.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Summer dates are filling. <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/espacestudio.ca\/en\/contact-us\/\"><b>Check availability now.<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;<\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Espace Studio is an intimate event venue at 1550 16th Ave, Richmond Hill, ON, specializing in micro weddings, baby showers, birthday parties, bridal showers, and Chinese tea ceremonies. 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