our parties are what myths are made of

The Balkan is a great location to host an event and we promise a fun & lively atmosphere for your guests. Start the night off right with a hand-made craft cocktail in the lounge (our fruit-infused mojitos are the best) while you watch the downtown crowds, then move into the main restaurant for a mouthwatering dinner. Our menu has something delicious for everyone; try one of our Greek-inspired dishes made with fresh & healthy Mediterranean ingredients or enjoy a classic Alberta steak, lemon marinated chicken or fresh baked salmon.

 
 
 

Balkan Event Information

Capacities & Floor plans

 

full buyout

Capacity:

Seated w/cocktail space:
104 guests

Features:

Guests seated together on two adjacent levels.
Private bar area with cocktail tables for reception.

Wireless microphone, iPod connection.

 

 

lower level

Capacity:

20-52 (*not private)

Set up:

One large family style table with 20-30 seats.
4 tables with 6 seats each
Guests are seated upon arrival (*no cocktail space).

 

 


upper level

Capacity:

Seated w/cocktail space
40 guests
Seated w/out cocktail space
52 guests

Features:

Portable wine + beer bar
Sound panels (provide a quieter dining atmosphere)


 

Gallery: Space, food & mood

 
 

2024 Group Menus

eat. drink. opa!

Click menu option to explore

gf - gluten free | df – dairy free | v - vegetarian | v+ - vegan | n - contains nuts

Group wine & cocktails

 

group wineS

Crowd pleasing wines selected by our Sommelier. We recommend pre-selecting wines to ensure adequate quantities are available for your large group.

//PROSECCO

Canella Prosecco, Italy DOCG $69
rich on the palate with a silky-smooth texture, fruity and crisp with mellow floral flavors.
Haywire, The Bub, VQA Okanagan, B.C. $83
a blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, bold crisp and fresh with citrus and toasty notes, and fine effervescence

//ROSÉ

CedarCreek Estate Winery 'Pinot Noir Rosé', VQA Okanagan Valley, B.C. $73
100% Pinot Noir. Dry style. Wild strawberry and grapefruit on the nose, complemented by white flowers and red berries on the palate. Organic.

//WHITE WINE

Bollini Pinot Grigio, Trentino, Italy $52
fresh natural acidity with floral aromas, minerals and pear.
Wild Goose Riesling, VQA Okanagan Falls, B.C. $66
bright, mineral, fresh & clean with crisp, elegant granny smith apple streaked with pear, lemon, lime, and nectarine skin.
Main Divide Sauvignon Blanc, Waipara, New Zealand $66
grapefruit, lime, and a touch of passionfruit with elderflower, fresh-cut grass, jalapeno, and whisp of lemongrass.
Blasted Church Hatfield’s Fuse, VQA Okanagan, B.C. $71
a blend of aromatic white varietals, apricots and peaches with lemon and green apple.
Tinhorn Creek Chardonnay, VQA Okanagan, B.C. $73
rich, lightly oaked, full of spice and tropical fruit, with hints of honey, minerals and lime
Kettle Valley Pinot Gris, Naramata Bench, VQA Okanagan, B.C. $93
slight skin contact (blush), red and green apples, pear, citrus, and tropical notes.
Schug Chardonnay, Carneros, California $116
rich, powerful, refreshing and elegant. flavors of citrus, pear and spiced apples

//RED WINE

Carmen Gran Reserva Carmenere, Apalta, Chile $50
ripe berries, sweet spices & tobacco.
McManis Cabernet Sauvignon, California $66
juicy black currant and black cherry flavors, creamy tannins
& a hint of mocha.
Mayhem by Meyer Family Vineyards Merlot/Cabernet Franc, VQA Okanagan Falls, B.C. $69
75% merlot/25% cabernet franc, flavours of blackcurrant, black cherries and chocolate linger on the palate.
Bogle Old Vine Zinfandel, California $69
aromas of juniper, black pepper and spicy nutmeg followed with flavors of cranberries and raspberries.
Flat Rock Cellars Pinot Noir, VQA Niagara, On $76
Twenty Mile Bench, Ontario bold red fruit flavors and balanced spice from oak aging.
Lake Breeze Meritage, VQA, Okanagan Valley B.C $70
merlot driven blend, complex wine showing a lot of black cherry and other dark berries flavors.
Decoy by Duckhorn Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County, California $105
on the palate, rich flavors of raspberry, ripe plum and blueberry with hints of oak and sweet baking spices.
Schug Pinot Noir, Carneros, California $116
complex wine with a rich bouquet of cherries, berries and hints of spicy new oak. flavors of black cherry, currant and strawberry, followed by a rich, spicy texture and a long silky finish

 

Welcome Cocktail  

Make your guests feel extra special and avoid a lineup at the bar.  Prearrange one of our craft cocktails to be served to guests upon arrival.
Ask your Sales Manager for the full selection.

 

Dietary concerns

 

We understand

Our Chef has designed our group menus to include vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free, nut free and shellfish free options. Dietary indicators are conveniently noted next to each menu item so guests can order with ease. Please note, we are not able to significantly change or substitute items and dishes are plated as described.

If a member of your group has more extensive dietary requirements, our Chef can create a fully custom menu to ensure each guest enjoys a delicious meal. Adequate notice (3 weeks minimum) is required and a fee of $30/person (in addition to the menu price) applies for custom menu curation

 

Audio Visual & Music

 

Equipment provided


Free of charge for Private functions:
- Microphone
-  A speaker system into which you may plug a smartphone (note: playlist must be downloaded & must be compatible with AUX output cord).


If we do not have the AV equipment you require, rentals can be arranged through Freeman AV Banff. Please note, certain restrictions on AV, sound and microphone use apply to different rooms and types of bookings. Please confirm what is permitted with your Sales Manager.

 

Minimum food & beverage rates, access times

 

RATES:

Main dining room groups of 14-40:
* No minimum food & beverage requirement
* Large parties are required to dine from a group menu
* Limited reservation times of 5:45pm or earlier, 8:15pm or later apply
* Groups will be seated together, but specific seating areas/custom floorplans are not available

Upper or Lower Level Private groups of 40 – 52:
*$4,000.00 - $5,000.00 minimum food & beverage requirement (plus 20% gratuity and 5% GST)

Fully private buyout for groups of 53 - 104:
* $8,000.00 - $14,000.00 minimum food & beverage requirement (plus 20% gratuity and 5% GST)
* Rates vary by season and day of the week.
* Please contact a Sales Manager for exact pricing.


Rates FAQ:

What is the difference between  an upper or lower level semi-private booking and a main dining room booking?
A semi-private booking is when a specific floor of the restaurant is reserved for your groups’ exclusive use. Your guests will have private use of the area for the duration of the service and no other guests will have access to the space. Other areas of the restaurant remain open to the public. A semi-private booking of the upper or lower level is always subject to a minimum F&B spend which varies depending on the date and day of the week. A main dining room booking is when tables in the restaurant are reserved for your group dinner but other guests are seated around and beside your group. Please note, main dining room groups are seated at dinner tables upon arrival (there is no space for standing cocktails).

 

What is a minimum spend?
A minimum spend is the amount that you are required to spend on food and beverage before 5% tax and 20% gratuity are applied. Items such as food, wine, and drinks count towards a minimum spend. If the minimum spend requirement is not met, the difference will appear as a room fee on the final bill.

ACCESS TIMES:

Main Dining Room Groups: Earliest access to the table is 15 minutes prior to your reservation time. Last call 10:00 pm, event finish 10:30 pm.
Private Level Booking: Earliest access time for event setup/start is 5:00 pm. Last call 11:30 pm, event finish 12:00 am.
Private Venue Booking: Earliest access time for event setup/start is 5:00 pm. Last call 12:30 am, event finish 1:00 am.

 

Accessibility

 

Elevator - no
Wheelchair compliant bathrooms - no
Wheelchair ramp - no

 

Group Policies

 

POLICIES:

1. A signed event contract & online credit card authorization form are required to complete any group booking.

2. Events subject to a minimum spend:

  • A 30% non-refundable deposit will be automatically processed 60 days prior to the event date.

  • Events may be cancelled without penalty up to 61 days before the event.

  • Events cancelled with less than 61 days notice are subject to full cancellation charges and the full 30% deposit is forfeited.

  • Events may be postponed up to 61 days before the event, in which case the deposit is transferred to the new event date.

  • It is the responsibility of the client to act within the stated time frame, and to provide ample notice of postponement or cancellation.

  • In the event you do not achieve the minimum, a rental fee in the amount required to achieve the minimum spend will be applied to the host bill.

  • Both the host bill and individual guest bills count toward a minimum spend. In the case of separate bills, if the minimum spend is not achieved, the host is responsible for paying a venue fee in the amount required to achieve the minimum spend.

  • Only food and beverage consumed during the event count toward achieving the minimum spend. Venue fees are processed the night of the event and are non-transferrable to other dates or purchases.

  • Minimum spend rates are agreed upon at the time of booking and will not be reduced if Provincial public health measures limit the features or reduce the capacity of any event space. It is the responsibility of the client to stay up to date on all Provincial public health measures.

  • If there is a government mandated shut-down of in-person dining, the deposit would be refunded regardless of timing.

3. Events NOT subject to a minimum spend:

  • No deposit is required in advance of the event date.

  • Events may be cancelled without penalty upto 7 days before the event.

  • Events cancelled with less than 7 days notice will be automatically charged 100% of the set menu price for the reserved number of guests.

  • If there is a government mandated shut-down of in-person dining, the above cancellation penalty is waived.

4. We require a final guest count 7 days prior to the event date. After this time you will be charged the full price of the set menu for any ‘no shows’.

5. 30-minute grace period for group reservations. After 45-minutes, group is deemed a ‘no show' and you will be charged the price of the menu for the reserved number of guests.

6. In the case of separate bills, the credit card provided on the authorization form will be charged the price of the menu for any ‘no shows’ or any charges not
paid in full.

7. All events must be paid in full the day of the event, with payment presented on-site. We do not invoice.

8. A 20% gratuity + 5% gst will be added to the bill. Rental fees are subject to 20% gratuity + 5% gst.

9. Damages: The client is responsible for any damages to or on The Balkan’s property and/or injury to the staff and/or guests caused by the client and/or client’s guests. Please note that verbal & physical abuse will not be tolerated towards any of our staff.


 
 
 

 
 


Let’s plan your Event

at the balkan - please submit your event details in this form & our sales team will follow up with the best options.

Balkan Corporate Events Direct Line

Balkan Weddings Direct Line

 

 
 
 

Meet the Banff Hospitality Collective Sales Team

We are your single point of contact representing 6 spectacular downtown Banff event venues.
Let us assist you in the planning of your corporate group, wedding celebration or social occasion.

 
 

“WE KEEP THE EVENT PROCESS SIMPLE - SO YOU ENJOY YOUR SPECIAL DAY.”


Stephanie Wilson
director of sales

“Your vision matters to us. We can make it happen”

Hayley Turner
senior sales manager

“Handling the Stress so Your event is a Success.”

emily latter
group sales manager

“Let us take care of the planning,

So you can make memories over great food.”

kayla nantais
junior sales manager

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