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Muzik Nightclub
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Ladies: 21+ years of age and up.
Gentlemen: 25+ years of age and up.
Imagine 41,000 square feet of possibility. Picture a chameleon-like entertainment space undefined by convention. Envision a whole new way of nightlife in Toronto. This is MUZIK.
MUZIK is located in the former Horticulture Building at Exhibition Place. It has undergone a complete interior restoration creating a state-of-the-art atmosphere for hosting concerts, product launches, photo shoots, corporate and special events. MUZIK also has a very large outside patio area which overlooks the lake that is the perfect setting for a reception and/or barbeque. On the grounds are numerous E.B. Cox works featuring huge limestone sculptures of mythical figures.
The flexible size of MUZIK allows the venue to host groups ranging in size from 100 to 3,000. MUZIK's interior space houses nine fully equipped bars in the main event area and the flexibility to create a number of private bars for V.I.P. hosting. The three acres of outdoor licensed patio space also allow for additional capacity and the ability to set up customized bars, patios, tents and cabanas. The venue also houses a full kitchen facility with convectional ovens and walk-in freezer and fridge.
Relaxing under a 60 foot-high classical glass dome is an experience that can only be had at MUZIK - picture "A Canadian in Paris". Preserving the classical features of the former Horticultural Building while presenting a new and innovative ambiance within, MUZIK keeps one foot in the past and one in the future. The massive space can easily be transformed into private sections and make use of the sectional leather couches, custom-made tables and Persian rugs that are included with the venue. The chic yet sophisticated decor and facilities were designed by Precipice Studios.
Juxtaposing classical charm with modern magnificence, MUZIK is the anchor of Toronto's historical exhibition grounds and also the city's most innovative entertainment venue. The one-level, beaux-arts style building provides a luxury playground for international industry players who appreciate first-class service and outstanding entertainment.
MUZIK has been home to a plethora of corporate events since its opening in October 2005 for Toronto Fashion Week. MUZIK has been the venue of choice for the Audi launch of the new Q7, Molson Grand Prix Driver's VIP Party and many other events.
The venue continues to host top-notch events catering to a wide variety of local and international businesses. Please click on the following categories to see more information on past and future events, as well as contact information.
Experiencing a new level of entertainment is what MUZIK is all about. With MUZIK's state-of-the-art sound and lighting system, the possibilities are endless. Clients can add to the audio/visual system with any specific requirements that they may have.
The Horticulture Building is an easily recognized building to millions of people who attended the CNE over its 129 years of existence. Designed by G.W. Gouinlock and completed in 1907, the Horticulture Building is a presentation of classical features and beaux arts style. The building is a prominent structure of the City of Toronto's Inventory of Heritage Properties. The image of the building will be seen in the skyline as well as from the Gardiner Expressway - a major highway to the downtown business area.
In 1961, the floral competitions were moved to allow the Horticulture Building to host Mediscope '61, an exhibit of medical equipment and procedures sponsored by the Ontario Medical Association. In the following year, however, the traditional use of the Horticulture Building as a centre for floral displays and competitions was restored.
Highlights of the building include the large glazed central dome, distinctive layout, and decorative portico entrances. The central dome and interconnected pavilions, are designed to maximize the utilization of the natural light.
Re-inventing the wheel keeps MUZIK alive. Since its complete interior restoration in 2005, MUZIK is looking onwards and upwards at new ways to mold the space into various set-ups.
MUZIK is located close to the downtown core with views to the Lake and ample parking is available.
Source: hype1.com
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Muzik has been built in the former Horticultural Building and boasts of new and innovative design while still retaining it’s 1907 demeanour. A venue located on the exhibition grounds that serves as a nightclub on Saturdays is an ambitious adventure. How is this space going to fare in the dead of winter? Even more of a feat is Muzik’s ability to draw so many youngish, trendy, and monied people to it’s mammoth realm.
We gained entry to Muzik after uncharacteristically standing in 9 degree Celsius weather for over 15 minutes. It was the Fashion Week closing night party, and we had arrived late. The lovely Kirstie, the “go to” girl for VIP tables, managed to guide us in after we had made her acquaintance.
The cost of admittance was $20.00. Muzik recommends that you pre-book a VIP area to have the best party experience. Once you are actually inside of the club proper, you can observe that there are many VIP areas, all with a view of the patrons who are not doing the VIP routine.
There were so many people at Muzik for this closing night party that it appeared as though it was packed to capacity. The place looked like there were at least two thousand people in there give or take a hundred. Ironically, the extremely high ceilings also gave it a look of empty expanse. The dance floor, or dance area in the middle of the room took a while to get to and that was for shuffling room only. The VIP areas in the back of the club felt like they were a different entity all together. They were exhausting to find, and then even more exhausting to try and enter one of the rooms to meet with a group of our friends. We were rejected by the goon assigned to “protect” the VIP area with the excuse that the area was” full”. Our friends pleaded with him to let us in, but to no avail.
We made our journey back to the front VIP area where we had some other friends. We got in there without a hitch. The view was also good to see those who were actually coming in the club, so that you could invite them up for a drink. Once situated, we were actually able to enjoy the fabulous garage house music emanating from the speakers. The sound system at Muzik is incredible. It would have to be for such a large space.
Later on a bouncer goon showed up to guard entry to our VIP area. A few tipsy people in our immediate area where using the club decorations for props, and the goon promptly grabbed them out of their hands. What was with the hired help? They were taking their jobs way too seriously.
We temporarily left our VIP area to check out the bar scene. Getting a drink in Muzik requires patience if you wait at one of the two well-appointed bars, it also typically requires a lot of money. As for the washroom situation for the girls, it’s not too bad with about 10 or so stalls.
Overall, Muzik is a mature rave party experience in a more sophisticated setting.
Scale of 0-10 (10 being the best)
Music - 8 People - 7-1/2 Ambiance - 8 Love factor - 7
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