Member Events & Group Gatherings
Bringing People Together at The Franklin Club
The Franklin Club offers our members a unique setting to bring together family, friends, colleagues and guests for private gatherings, celebrations, meetings and group experiences throughout the year.
Set across 200 acres of private grounds, the Club combines exceptional fishing, dining, overnight accommodations and outdoor recreation in one memorable setting. Members can host everything from a relaxed family lunch to a full day of fishing, dining and time outdoors, creating an experience that feels personal, welcoming and distinctly Franklin Club.
For more than a century, the Club has been a place where people gather around the water, around the table and outdoors. Member events continue that tradition by giving members the opportunity to share the Club with the people who matter to them.
The Perfect Setting for an Event
We're More Than a Traditional Event Venue
An event at The Franklin Club is about more than reserving a room or gathering around a table. The Club itself becomes part of the experience.
Members and their guests enjoy a private natural setting surrounded by forest, trails and water, with access to many of the amenities that make the Club special throughout the year. A gathering can include a meal in the Clubhouse, time on Franklin Lake, a guided fishing experience, an overnight stay, camping, use of the Private Lounge or Meeting Room, or a combination of Club amenities.
The result is an event that feels relaxed, personal and connected to the outdoors.
The Club is especially well suited to gatherings where members want to spend meaningful time together rather than simply move through a formal event schedule. There is room to fish, dine, explore, stay overnight and enjoy the property at a comfortable pace.
From milestone celebrations to business gatherings, The Franklin Club provides a distinctive setting close to the GTA while still offering the feeling of a true country retreat.
Gatherings, Celebrations, Education & More
Types of Events at The Franklin Club
The Franklin Club provides members with a private and distinctive setting for gatherings of all kinds. From family celebrations and social occasions to corporate, educational and community events, the Club offers the space and flexibility to create an experience that feels personal to the group.
Gatherings Suitable at The Franklin Club
- Weddings & Wedding Celebrations
- Birthday Celebrations
- Anniversary Celebrations
- Retirement Parties
- Milestone Celebrations
- Family Gatherings
- Friends & Family Get-Togethers
- Private Lunches & Dinners
- Business & Corporate Meetings
- Team & Staff Events
- Client Appreciation Events
- Tournaments & Competitions
- Fishing Gatherings & Outings
- Educational & Group Experiences
- Club & Community Functions
Each gathering can take on its own character. Members may keep the occasion simple and relaxed or incorporate Club amenities such as fishing, dining, outdoor recreation and overnight stays to create a fuller experience for their guests.
Make the Club Part of Your Next Event
Create a Memorable Experience For All Your Guests
One of the advantages of hosting an event at The Franklin Club is the opportunity to make the Club itself part of the occasion. Members can bring together great company, exceptional surroundings and the activities that make time at the Club so memorable.
Fishing can easily become part of the day, from a few relaxed hours on the water to a more organized group experience with instruction from a Club Pro. It is a natural way for members to introduce family, friends, colleagues or guests to one of the Club’s defining traditions.
Lunch or dinner at the Clubhouse can complement the gathering, while the Meeting Room and Private Lounge provide comfortable indoor spaces for conversation, meetings or time together away from the main Club areas.
For occasions that extend beyond the day, members can also incorporate overnight accommodations or camping into their plans. During the winter season, Party Ice Huts create another uniquely Franklin Club experience for groups looking to enjoy time together on the ice.
Whether the occasion is centred around fishing, a meal, a celebration or simply spending time together, members have the flexibility to create an experience that feels distinctly their own.
Private Events for Members & Their Guests
Member events at The Franklin Club are hosted by Club members for their invited guests. The hosting member must be present during the event and is responsible for making guests aware of the appropriate Club rules. Members are also responsible for their guests while on the property and for any damages or additional expenses incurred during the event.
Advance planning helps the Club coordinate the spaces, dining requirements, activities and staffing associated with larger gatherings.
For larger functions, the Club may also apply additional charges for setup, cleanup or additional staffing and administration. Events involving alcohol supplied to guests or attendees require the appropriate Special Occasion Permit (S.O.P.).
Planning Your Group Event
Event Application Form
Members planning a gathering of 9 or more individuals are required to complete the Franklin Club Group Application Form and submit it to the Club for approval. The form provides the Club with the information needed to review the event and coordinate the appropriate amenities and services.
Indoor dining functions are limited to a maximum of 30 individuals. Members organizing a group larger than 30 should contact the Club directly to discuss the event and available arrangements.
Members are asked to provide:
- Total number of guests
- Event date or dates
- Lunch requirements
- Dinner requirements
- Overnight accommodations
- Fishing requirements
- Meeting Room or Private Lounge use
- Name and type of event
- BBQ rental requirements
- Party Ice Hut booking
- Club Pro half-day or full-day booking
- Campground site preference
- Additional event requirements
- Member name and membership number
- Contact information
The form also allows members to indicate the expected number of guests for each activity and day of the week, helping the Club coordinate the event accurately.
Frequently Asked Questions About Events at The Franklin Club
From guest access and amenities to planning timelines and event options, find answers to some of the most common questions about hosting an event at The Franklin Club.
1. Can Non-Members Host Private Events at The Franklin Club?
Private events at The Franklin Club are reserved for Club members and are considered one of the benefits of membership. Non-members are not able to independently book or host private events at the Club. Events must be arranged and hosted through a current member, helping ensure gatherings remain connected to the Club community and are coordinated in accordance with Club policies and availability.
2. How far in advance should planning an event at The Franklin Club begin?
Members are encouraged to begin planning as early as possible, particularly for larger gatherings, popular weekends or events requiring dining, overnight accommodations or multiple Club amenities. Early planning gives the Club more opportunity to coordinate the appropriate spaces, staffing and activities for your group.
3. Can private events combine several Club amenities into one event?
Yes. One of the advantages of hosting an event at The Franklin Club is the ability to bring different parts of the Club experience together. An event may include dining, fishing, a Club Pro experience, use of the Private Lounge or Meeting Room, overnight accommodations, camping, BBQ facilities or seasonal activities, subject to availability and approval.
4. Can guests who are not members of The Franklin Club attend events?
Yes. Member-hosted events provide an opportunity to invite family, friends, colleagues and other guests to experience the Club. The hosting member must be present and is responsible for their guests and for ensuring applicable Club rules are followed throughout the event.
5. Can The Franklin Club accommodate both indoor and outdoor spaces for events?
The Club offers a combination of indoor gathering spaces and extensive outdoor surroundings across the property. Depending on the event, members may incorporate the Clubhouse, Private Lounge, Meeting Room, dining areas and outdoor amenities into their plans. Specific arrangements are based on the size and requirements of the gathering.
6. Can fishing be organized for guests who have little or no previous experience?
Yes. Fishing can be an excellent addition to a member event, including for guests who are new to the sport. Club Pro half-day and full-day experiences may be requested to provide additional guidance and instruction while introducing guests to the Franklin Club fishing experience.
7. Can fishing tournaments and competitions be held at the Club?
Members may request tournaments, competitions and organized group fishing events. Details such as the number of participants, event format, fishing requirements and any additional facilities needed should be included so the Club can review and coordinate the event appropriately.
8. Can an event extend into an overnight or weekend gathering?
Yes. Overnight accommodations and camping provide members with the opportunity to extend an event beyond a single afternoon or evening. This can work particularly well for family gatherings, fishing events, celebrations, corporate groups and other occasions where members and guests want more time to enjoy the property.
9. What dining options are available for private events?
Lunch and dinner can be incorporated into member events and group gatherings. Dining requirements, expected guest numbers and preferred dates should be included in the Group Application so the Club can plan accordingly. Indoor dining functions are generally limited to a maximum of 30 people, with larger groups requiring further discussion with the Club.
10. Are there specific requirements for serving alcohol at a private event?
Events involving alcohol supplied to guests may require a Special Occasion Permit (S.O.P.). Members should identify their plans when submitting the Group Application so the appropriate requirements can be reviewed before the event.
Friends of The Franklin Club
The Franklin Club is proud to connect with businesses, organizations and clubs that share our passion for fishing, conservation and the outdoors. These valued relationships help strengthen our community and create new opportunities to connect, support and grow together.
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