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Main studio / Event room at Diptych Studio

Name: Main studio / Event room at Diptych Studio
Address: 122 John Street, Toronto, ON, M5V 2E3, CA
Price range: from C$120 hire fee / per hour
Rating: 4.8

Photo Studio in a Photo / Film Studio

Private space

About this space

Popular studio and event space established in 2015! 6000sq/ft of indoor venue, and 3000sq/ft private-access walk-out rooftop included. Big beautiful vintage windows, daytime studio lighting as well as intimate evening lighting with controllable colours and dimmable functions... As pictured in our photo section, the space is fully furnished with large modern leather sofa's, an amazing tropical plant collection, lots of different tables (both standing height and standard seating height available as needed) as well as additional seating etc.

***Event rentals on popular Friday or Saturday evening dates have a 5-hour minimum***

Studio Features:

-Staff that are there to greet renters upon arrival and help get quickly settled in with the space, we then exit to give you privacy but are on-call for any accommodational assistance when needed
-Situated right downtown on John Street between Richmond and Adelaide (near the subway too!), with large public pay parking immediately located on both sides of the building!
-Reception waiting area at the entrance
-WIFI
-Heating and A/C
-Full kitchen and multiple bathrooms
-35 stacking chairs, 15ft custom antique wooden-beam benches, 3 large modern leather couches, and chairs
-**professional studio lighting packages including photography strobes (with stands and high-end softboxes)
-15 4ft LED tube lights, with optional colours giving some versatile video-style lighting! (**INCLUDED WITH LIGHTING PACKAGE STATED ABOVE**)
-Lots of additional lighting stands
-13 different coloured seamless *paper backdrops (white, black, medium blue, grey, olive, beige, yellow, green, pink, purple, red, orange, and brown) *separately charged at $5 per foot to cover the cost of replacement
-Complete hair & mua area
-Projector and screen
-Steamer, rolling racks, hangers, fans, stools, mirrors, sandbags, extension cords... you name it! :)
-And our highly experienced cordial staff, always striving to give the highest possible value to our renters

Usually booked for

Birthday Party

Typically for 30-40 guests and costs between C$650 - C$1,000.

"I would definitely recommend this location and even book again myself."

- Christopher B. Mar 2026

Party

Typically for 30-70 guests and costs between C$650 - C$1,400.

"Amazing Venue! Fantastic host -I would recommend to everyone."

- Christian F. May 2026

Book Launch

Typically for about 100 guests and costs about C$1,700.

"Renting this Venue was really easy, especially as someone who has not hosted a party before."

- Ria B. Sep 2026

New Year's Eve Party

Typically for 20-50 guests and costs about C$900.

"Place is great, fully equipped, fanastic location. Host was very clear and helpful all the time."

- JUAN G. Jan 2025

Prices

Sunday

7:00 am – 3:00 am

from C$120 hire fee per hour

Per hour

7:00 am – 3:00 am

from C$120

All prices include sales tax.

Monday

7:00 am – 3:00 am

from C$120 hire fee per hour

Per hour

7:00 am – 3:00 am

from C$120

All prices include sales tax.

Tuesday

7:00 am – 3:00 am

from C$120 hire fee per hour

Per hour

7:00 am – 3:00 am

from C$120

All prices include sales tax.

Wednesday

7:00 am – 3:00 am

from C$120 hire fee per hour

Per hour

7:00 am – 3:00 am

from C$120

All prices include sales tax.

Thursday

7:00 am – 3:00 am

from C$120 hire fee per hour

Per hour

7:00 am – 3:00 am

from C$120

All prices include sales tax.

Friday

7:00 am – 3:00 am

from C$120 hire fee per hour

Per hour

7:00 am – 3:00 am

from C$120

All prices include sales tax.

Saturday

7:00 am – 3:00 am

from C$120 hire fee per hour

Per hour

7:00 am – 3:00 am

from C$120

All prices include sales tax.

Best price guarantee

Minimum booking duration: 2 hours

Add-ons

Capacity

Standing

up to 150
Dining

up to 30
Theatre

up to 50
Boardroom

up to 50
Cabaret

up to 50
U-Shaped

up to 50
Classroom

up to 50

Catering and drinks

Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice

Space where you can prepare food

You can bring your own alcohol free of charge

Facilities

Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Equipment for video or phone conferencing during your event
Air conditioner
Camera and photography equipment available on site
Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Professional lighting equipment for photography and filming
Photography backdrops available
Place where clients can store items during their event
Full-length mirrors available
Paid parking is available on-site (50 spaces)
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Walkout rooftop with downtown skyline and CN Tower views
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Venue allows playing your own music
Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead

Accessibility

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions

Host rules

✖︎ PLEASE NOTE:

- Event rentals are preferred "RSVP" attendee's only. Clients must confirm their maximum number of guests prior to booking confirmation.
- The space has a professionally installed ceiling-mounted sound system with bluetooth connectivity, to stream your phone or tablets music playlist, included at no extra charge! :)
- We do also allow personal entertainment such as musicians and/or DJ's, however this option must be submitted for approval prior to booking, and is subject to the separate $500 fee. Clients bringing any DJ or live performance with their own speakers and audio equipment must detail these when requesting the booking.

✖︎ RULES ARE FAIRLY SIMPLE TO UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW:

1. No smoking indoors. The rooftop is incredible, and the perfect place to do so :)
2. Keep the entrance doors closed at all times. No loitering at the street entrance by attendee's at any time.
3. The space cannot be left unattended at any time. No strangers are to be tolerated in the space either, and clients should immediately reach out to management for any issues.
4. We love costume and decoration and welcome all! However clients booking the space are responsible to ensure the space is not tarnished or left in need to clean from any specialized items such as glitter, baby oil, or shimmer, paint, make-ups, etc!

✖︎ CLEANING:

- Clients are responsible to maintain and/or return the space to the same clean organised state it was found upon arrival. We take security deposits for a reason. Zero tolerance for accidents due to ignorance or neglect. Clients are of course responsible for their attendee's as well. Any items needed for washrooms, cleaning requirements, etc are provided by the space at no extra charge, so plan and maintain as needed.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day with Grace Period

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Reviews and ratings

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FAQ

Are sufficient power outlets and extension leads available for laptop-based events?

Yes, there is sufficient power, with extension leads and power bars provided as needed.

How far in advance must a DJ be confirmed?

The venue must be informed well in advance, as the DJ details require review and the additional fee must be settled before the booking date.

How is furniture or décor rearrangement handled?

Special furniture or décor use and rearrangement are factored into the overall workload and impact on the space, along with staffing, setup and clean-up assistance.

Can guests use the venue’s photography backdrop?

Yes, a plain white paper photography backdrop can be hung from the ceiling-mounted backdrop stand in the middle of the room, in front of the central window. There is a small charge because the paper is a consumable item, but no fee applies if it has no marks or tears; the venue can set it up and take it down.

What are the venue’s sound and behaviour restrictions?

Casual dancing is fine, but rowdy crowds are not tolerated if they could cause discomfort to the venue or guests, or risk disturbing the space or neighbourhood.

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Customers rated communication with this venue and their event experience as Superb

Response time: within a couple of hours

Response rate: 99%