Gizio Recreation & Banquet Centre

Gizio Recreation & Banquet Centre Gizio Recreation & Banquet Centre | Grimsby, ON
Stunning indoor & outdoor spaces for weddings, corporate events, and celebrations.

Exceptional catering | Flexible packages | 25 acres of beauty
📅 Booking now for 2025 & 2026! Gizio Recreation & Banquet Centre began as a non-profit social club for a community of Italian Canadians from a town in Abruzzo called Pettorano sul Gizio. The property was acquired by the Pettoranesi over 30 years ago and was owned by forty-nine shareholders. In the early nineties a banquet hall was built

and attached to the existing house on the property but as the community moved further away from the location the club lost it’s patronage. In a bid to hold on to this significant fixture of the Pettoranesi community the property was acquired by the De Luca and Flutur families. Joe De Luca, owner of Barbara Caffe, is the son of one of the original shareholders and feels his new role as President is an important one in order to hold onto the fabric of his hometown and preserve the celebrated traditions, food and customs of this region. The renovation and refurbishment of the grounds and the buildings is for future generations with a hope to extend membership to the wider community. The 49 original shareholders still hold an honorary place and attend club meetings and help to plan cultural events held throughout the year. The 25 acre Gizio property sits on a tranquil corner in the Ontario Green Belt countryside of the Grimsby Mountain – a beautiful country setting to visit any time of year and one that we hope will become a regular fixture in the local community – helping to host the events that make memories for years to come

It’s Lover’s Day—so here’s your reminder: Love doesn’t have to be serious to be sincere.Sometimes it’s grand gestures, a...
04/23/2025

It’s Lover’s Day—so here’s your reminder: Love doesn’t have to be serious to be sincere.

Sometimes it’s grand gestures, and sometimes it’s doodled smiley faces on your thumbs because you're just that happy to marry your best friend.

Whatever your love looks like, we’re here for it. Big, small, silly, sweet - it all belongs here. 💕

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Not every celebration needs a dance floor. Sometimes, it’s a great meal, a round of drinks, and your closest crew raisin...
04/22/2025

Not every celebration needs a dance floor. Sometimes, it’s a great meal, a round of drinks, and your closest crew raising a glass to what’s ahead.

Whether you’re planning a stag dinner, a retirement party, or just want an excuse to get the guys together - Gizio’s the place for good food, great vibes, and a little pre-wedding tradition done right.

Tell the guys: suits optional, cheers required.


From our Gizio family to yours - Happy Easter! 🐣🌿Whether you're hosting a full house or just soaking up the quiet moment...
04/20/2025

From our Gizio family to yours - Happy Easter! 🐣🌿

Whether you're hosting a full house or just soaking up the quiet moments, we hope today brings you a little sunshine, a lot of love, and maybe even a second helping of dessert. 💚

We’re so thankful for every family, couple, and guest who’s celebrated with us this year - and we’re already dreaming up the next big memory.

Wishing you a joyful and peaceful holiday from all of us at Gizio. Buona Pasqua!


POV: You absolutely bought the shoes and then planned the rest of the outfit. 👠💍We fully support the “statement shoe” en...
04/19/2025

POV: You absolutely bought the shoes and then planned the rest of the outfit. 👠💍
We fully support the “statement shoe” energy - and this bride understood the assignment. 👏

From sparkles to sneakers, boots to bold heels - your wedding look should be so you, head to toe (Also, 10/10 for the dress lift. Iconic.)

What kind of wedding shoe are YOU rocking?
Drop an emoji: 👠 👟 👢 🩰

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There’s something extra special about saying “I do” surrounded by nature. 🌿From our willow trees to the soft glow of gol...
04/17/2025

There’s something extra special about saying “I do” surrounded by nature. 🌿
From our willow trees to the soft glow of golden hour, Gizio offers a little slice of outdoor magic that makes every moment feel grounded and real.

This Earth Day, we’re celebrating the beauty that surrounds us - and the couples who choose to embrace it.

Looking to keep things a little greener on your wedding day? Ask us how you can incorporate natural décor, reduce waste, or host an outdoor ceremony that feels as effortless as it looks.


If you're planning a stag dinner or pre-wedding gathering, book a space that gives you privacy, great food, and zero cle...
04/16/2025

If you're planning a stag dinner or pre-wedding gathering, book a space that gives you privacy, great food, and zero cleanup.

This is your chance to kick back with your closest crew, share some laughs, and raise a glass without worrying about reservations, noise limits, or who's doing the dishes. 🍽️🍻

At Gizio, we’ve got everything you need to host a relaxed, memorable night - whether it’s a plated dinner, a buffet, or just drinks and appetizers in a private setting.
Because the night before the big day should be about good stories, not scrubbing pots.

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🎉 It’s National Take a Wild Guess Day - so let’s play a little game!⁣Take your best guess: 👉 How many guests do you thin...
04/15/2025

🎉 It’s National Take a Wild Guess Day - so let’s play a little game!

Take your best guess: 👉 How many guests do you think this couple had at their wedding?

Hint: it was just the right size for a packed dance floor, heartwarming speeches, and everyone getting a slice of cake. 🍰

Drop your guess in the comments ⬇️ and we’ll reveal the answer tomorrow!
(And if you’re currently planning, this might just help you picture your own “just right” guest list 👀)

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They said “just a few candles” and then… ✨this✨ happened.Baby’s breath + floating candles = a little moment of ✨main cha...
04/13/2025

They said “just a few candles” and then… ✨this✨ happened.

Baby’s breath + floating candles = a little moment of ✨main character energy✨ for your tablescape.

We love when couples (and party planners!) add simple touches that feel extra special. Because let’s be real - everyone’s taking a photo of the centerpiece before dinner anyway. 😍

Would you go floral, candlelight, or both?

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At Gizio, we don’t just serve food - we serve tradition.This lasagna? It’s one of those dishes our kitchen team puts hea...
04/12/2025

At Gizio, we don’t just serve food - we serve tradition.

This lasagna? It’s one of those dishes our kitchen team puts heart into every time. Layers of love, rich sauce, and that just-right finish that makes guests go back for seconds (And thirds. Let’s be honest).

Whether it’s a family-style dinner or a formal plated service, our catering isn’t just delicious - it’s part of the experience.

And here’s a little tip: You don’t need to wait for an event to enjoy it. We offer full pans of our homemade lasagna for pick-up - perfect for holidays, birthdays, or just because.

Trust us… your next gathering will thank you. 😉


There’s this moment during the first dance - The lights dim, the music swells, and for just a second, it feels like the ...
04/11/2025

There’s this moment during the first dance - The lights dim, the music swells, and for just a second, it feels like the whole room is holding its breath.

And then the sparklers go off. ✨ And everything feels exactly the way it should: magical, surreal, and somehow completely real all at once.

We love when couples choose to add a little wow to their first dance - it doesn’t just light up the room, it lights up the memory. And we’re right there cheering you on from the sidelines (probably holding back a tear or two). 💚

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Your Next Meeting Doesn’t Have to Feel Like One!Break away from boardroom walls and give your next corporate meeting a f...
04/09/2025

Your Next Meeting Doesn’t Have to Feel Like One!

Break away from boardroom walls and give your next corporate meeting a fresh perspective.

With flexible space, on-site catering, and a peaceful setting just minutes from the city, Gizio is the perfect spot for team retreats, workshops, and milestone celebrations.
Because when the space is inspiring, the ideas are too. 💼✨

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Here’s to cold beers, good friends, and unforgettable wedding-day toasts. 🍻Whether it’s a pre-ceremony cheers or a post-...
04/07/2025

Here’s to cold beers, good friends, and unforgettable wedding-day toasts. 🍻

Whether it’s a pre-ceremony cheers or a post-speech pint, your bar moments deserve to be just as epic as the rest of the day.

At Gizio, we’re here for the big celebrations and the quiet clinks between best friends before it all begins.

Tag your crew and let them know first round’s on them next time😉

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There’s something truly magical about saying “I do” under the open sky, surrounded by willow trees, sunshine, and the pe...
04/05/2025

There’s something truly magical about saying “I do” under the open sky, surrounded by willow trees, sunshine, and the people who’ve loved you longest.

This gazebo ceremony had it all - romance, happy tears, and a few “did you see that kiss!?” whispers from the back row.

If you’re dreaming of an outdoor wedding that feels intimate, natural, and so you - we’d love to show you around. 💍✨

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We don’t just do weddings around here. We do milestones. We do family. We do “oh my gosh, how is she already having a ba...
04/05/2025

We don’t just do weddings around here. We do milestones. We do family. We do “oh my gosh, how is she already having a baby!?” kind of moments. 🍼💚

This baby shower was full of laughter, love, and stories that will probably be told at every birthday for the next ten years.

Whether it’s your first baby or your fiftieth celebration with us, you’re family the second you walk through our doors.


Couples often ask us how to make the head table feel special without going over the top. Here’s the formula we always lo...
04/01/2025

Couples often ask us how to make the head table feel special without going over the top. Here’s the formula we always love:

✔️ A textured linen like this white sequin tablecloth (just the right amount of glam)
✔️ Soft greenery down the center (low and lush = keeps the focus on you)
✔️ A backdrop that feels intimate and elegant - like our cozy fireplace

The result? A picture-perfect spot for heartfelt speeches and unforgettable moments.


We love when couples add the coolest touches to their special day! Not only did this couple have a live band (and were o...
03/21/2025

We love when couples add the coolest touches to their special day! Not only did this couple have a live band (and were on the dancefloor all night shaking the building!), they got to relive the joy of their guests after the wedding.

Thanks to this rental has made many of couples over the moon excited for post-wedding happiness.

03/05/2025
Thank you, Richard!! What wonderful words to hear from our visitors. We love hosting corporate events at Gizio. We offer...
03/01/2025

Thank you, Richard!! What wonderful words to hear from our visitors.

We love hosting corporate events at Gizio. We offer a variety of options for all kinds of functions to make planning easy every step of the way.


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288 KEMP Road WEST
Grimsby, ON
L3M4E7

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