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Shvrk Studio Queen W

Photo Studio

#1 of 125 Birthday Party venues in Downtown Toronto
#4 of 366 Engagement Party venues in Toronto
  74 reviews  – 
165 John Street, 2nd Floor, Toronto, ON M5T 1X3 –
Kensington-Chinatown, Toronto, ON
From C$140
hire fee
Up to 50
seats
Up to 80
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
Parking available
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Excellent communication - 4.9/5
72 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 4.9. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
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Venue overview

Located in the heart of Kensington Market, this 750 sq ft photo studio offers bright natural light and a curated decor ideal for creative shoots. Perfect for photography projects needing professional equipment and a quiet, stylish setting.

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Spaces for hire at Shvrk Studio Queen W

Downtown 1800 sqft Open Space at Shvrk Studio Queen W

Downtown 1800 sqft Open Space
Photo Studio
·
Whole venue
50 seats
80 standing
Book 2 hr. minimum
This beautiful space offers a brightly lit 1800 sqft. space with a large cyclorama wall in the heart of downtown just steps away from CTV (formerly Much Music), designed with the unique needs of Toronto creatives in mind. Our space is perfect to host your next event whether big or small. We’ve hosted everything such as podcasts, yoga events, birt...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Air conditioner
from C$140 hire fee
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Reviews and ratings

4.8
1 new review from verified user within the last 6 months
39 recent guests highly rated cleanliness, location and service quality
Amenities
4.7
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
4.8
Service quality
4.9
Value for money
4.7
Catering
4.5
Communication
5.0

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

IS
Ishan S.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 70 guests · September 2026 · Downtown 1800 sqft Open Space

Great Venue, Host was great! Would host another event here!

5.0
MB
Marcus B.
Verified review
TV Studio · 80 guests · November 2025 · Downtown 1800 sqft Open Space

Great communication and service.

5.0
AL
Amber L.
Verified review
Wedding · 35 guests · July 2025 · Downtown 1800 sqft Open Space

The space was beautiful, I booked both spaces for my wedding of 40 people. The host was very respectful and responsive.

There are no elevators to get up to the 3rd floor. Moving equipment in was a little challenging

5.0
MT
Mildred T.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 80 guests · September 2025 · Downtown 1800 sqft Open Space

Communication from owner was excellent. Venue was open and well ventilated. All the guests attended had only good things to say about this place:)

5.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$165 hire fee per hour
Downtown 1800 sqft Open Space
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$165 hire fee per hour
Monday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$140 hire fee per hour
Downtown 1800 sqft Open Space
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$140 hire fee per hour
Tuesday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$140 hire fee per hour
Downtown 1800 sqft Open Space
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$140 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$140 hire fee per hour
Downtown 1800 sqft Open Space
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$140 hire fee per hour
Thursday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$150 hire fee per hour
Downtown 1800 sqft Open Space
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$150 hire fee per hour
Friday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$165 hire fee per hour
Downtown 1800 sqft Open Space
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$165 hire fee per hour
Saturday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$165 hire fee per hour
Downtown 1800 sqft Open Space
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from C$165 hire fee per hour

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 80
standing
Up to 50
seats
External catering allowed
Parking available
BYO alcohol
Unavailable: In-house catering
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: Alcohol provided

About Shvrk Studio Queen W

Shvrk Studio Queen W is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

We provide a well-lit 1800 sqft. space in downtown Toronto, conveniently located near CTV (formerly Much Music).

Specifically designed for the needs of Toronto creatives, our studio includes thoughtfully selected furniture for a unique ambiance. It caters to photographers and artists, offering a diverse range of studio equipment suitable for various shoots such as weddings, maternity, family, pets, editorial, product, fashion, or commercial. With carefully curated details, we aim to ensure that you can focus on your artistic vision without worrying about the logistics.


OVERTIME
Overtime will be billed in half-hour increments. The space must be vacated and all items brought into the space must be removed by the end time of your booking reservation. Overtime will be billed in half-hour increments at a rate of 1.5 times our stated hourly rate.

CLEANING / DAMAGES
Cleaning fee is included in the hourly rate, although guests are expected to leave the space in the same condition as they found it in. Guests must respect the space and we ask/appreciate that guests tidy up after themselves. Guest must remove any equipment or rentals you bring in, and you should factor this setup and teardown time into your booking hours.

Please take great care of our space. No nails, screws, staples or penetrating items should be used on our walls. Any tape must be properly removed. Damages (walls, floors, furniture, etc) will be billed to the credit card on file with Tagvenue

Usually booked for
Birthday Party

Typically for 45-80 guests and costs between C$750 - C$1,000.

"Great Venue, Host was great! Would host another event here!"

- Ishan S. Sep 2026

Usually booked for
Party

Typically for 50-75 guests and costs between C$700 - C$1,200.

"Very clean, beautiful space, spacious."

- James H. Apr 2025

Usually booked for
Engagement Party

Typically for 30-50 guests and costs between C$1,000 - C$1,500.

"Makes for great photos, was fortunate to find this venue. Terrific owner as well, communicates excellently."

- Ray S. Jun 2025

FAQ

The space includes sound equipment, a TV and a projection wall, allows outside drinks, and permits decorations with safety restrictions (no holes in walls, no open-flame candles).

Yes, outside food and drinks are permitted. BYOB is perfectly fine.

There are two private bathrooms in the space.

Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.

At Shvrk Studio Queen W, the following catering options are available:

  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed
  • Bringing your own alcohol is allowed

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Shvrk Studio Queen W:

  • Downtown 1800 sqft Open Space hosting 60 guests: C$1260

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Shvrk Studio Queen W is located at 165 John Street, in Kensington-Chinatown, Toronto, ON.

Yes! Here's what guests who have hosted their birthdays at this venue say:

  • Carina M. rated it 5/5 stars
    'Rented this space for my birthday party and had a great experience overall. Communication with Andy was top-notch, and he was always prompt with responding. He also made sure to give me a full rundown as soon as I arrived about some of the amenities like the TV and Bluetooth speaker system, which I really appreciated. The room is quite spacious, and I loved how there were multiple washrooms available to accommodate guests. This is seriously such an ideal space, and it's great how accessible it is since it's so close to public transportation as well. I'll definitely be rebooking for any events I host in the future!'
  • Weheb M. rated it 5/5 stars
    'This venue was spectacular ! From the cleanliness to the interior design, it is a perfect place to host events and share memorable experiences with friends and family. The location is also very ideal being in the downtown core making it easy for people to commute from all across the GTA. Andy was super responsive and accommodating. I had a blast hosting a birthday party with my friend. I would absolutely recommend this spot for anyone looking to host any events, photo shoots or gatherings.'
  • Preeti D. rated it 4.8/5 stars
    'I highly recommend this venue for your event! The space is a hidden gem in a great location. Very cozy but modern space that requires minimal decor. It can comfortably fit 30-40 guests or more. The host- Andy was great at communicating and answering any questions throughout the process. All of guests really loved the venue and made my 30th birthday celebration special.'

It is! Here's what guests who have hosted holiday celebrations there are saying:

  • Aimable N. rated it 5/5 stars
    'Hosted a party here and the experience was way better than what I was expecting. The place was beautiful, clean and spacious. All my guests loved it and a few even mentioned that it's going to be their go-to party venue. Working with Andy was also very exceptional: he was professional, communicative and very accommodating before, during and after the party. I will definitely be booking this place again.'

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