The venue features an open-span roof design, which allows for maximum floor space utilization without interior support columns.
It is a frequent site for film and television production crews due to its high ceilings and expansive, flexible interior.
The structure sits within the larger Hastings Park, which has been a public gathering space in Vancouver since 1910.
The floor surface is reinforced concrete, specifically chosen to handle heavy loads from industrial machinery used in trade shows.
The PNE Forum is a versatile, large-scale multi-purpose indoor venue situated within the Pacific National Exhibition grounds in Vancouver. The facility features a clear-span floor design, making it suitable for trade shows, concerts, sporting events, and film productions. It is managed by the Pacific National Exhibition, a non-profit organization that operates the surrounding park land. The building provides over 19,000 square feet of pillar-free exhibit space. It frequently hosts consumer shows, roller derby matches, and touring musical acts. The venue is part of a larger historical site that includes the PNE fairgrounds and Playland amusement park.
The exterior main entrance signage against the backdrop of the historic fairground architecture.
Check the official event calendar online before visiting, as the venue is only accessible during scheduled public events.
Wear layers, as the massive concrete interior can feel drafty regardless of the weather outside.
Do not attempt to access the venue grounds on non-event days as the facility and surrounding gates may be locked to the public.
Operates exclusively on an event-by-event basis; the facility is not open for public walk-ins when no event is booked.
No formal dress code, but sturdy, comfortable footwear is recommended for navigating large, uncarpeted concrete exhibit floors.
