War Memorial Gym
Facility Overview
The UBC War Memorial Gymnasium is located in the centre of the University of British Columbia Point Grey campus, adjacent to the Nest (the Student Union Building), the Robert H Lee Alumni Centre, the Student Recreation Centre and the UBC Aquatic Centre.
The gymnasium accommodates up to 2,176 spectators, and measures 160 feet in length. This facility can be used for various sports, including basketball and volleyball.
Facility Rates
Prices do not include GST. There is a minimum rental time of 1 hour. Rentals of 10 hours or more will qualify for the day rate. Additional hours will be applied to rentals over 10 hours
In order to qualify for the UBC Student rate, all participants must be current, registered UBC Students.
Spectator Bookings
These rates apply to bookings that will include spectators (i.e. additional attendees besides those participating) or require filming in the space. Please note that additional charges and fees may apply.
Prices in effect until March 31, 2026:
Space | Rate / Hour | Rate / Day | UBC Student Rate / Hour | UBC Student |
Gymnasium | $414.00 | $2,871.50 | $379.50 | $2,617.50 |
War 100 / Lobby | $69.50 | $695.00 | $63.00 | $630.00 |
Non-Spectator Bookings
These rates apply to bookings intended for recreational purposes only. If you plan to host an event that will have spectators or require filming in the space, please refer to our “Spectator Bookings” rates.
Prices in effect until March 31, 2026:
Space | Rate / Hour | Rate / Day | UBC Student Rate / Hour | UBC Student |
Gymnasium | $116.50 | $1,165.00 | $94.00 | $940.00 |
War 100 / Lobby | $69.50 | $695.00 | $63.00 | $630.00 |
Rental Requests
Facility Features
- Gymnasium can hold up to 4 volleyball courts and features a main basketball court
- Full service dressing rooms and showers
- Public address system
- Lobby area is over 3,200 sq ft, ideal for refreshments, exhibits, etc…
- On-site meeting space rentals available
Gymnasium Dimensions
- Length of gym: 160 ft
- Width (bleachers in): 94 ft
- Width (bleachers out): 69 ft
- Ceiling height: 31.5 ft – this does NOT include the speaker cluster that hangs down approximately 6 feet at the East end of the Gym.
- Total Square Footage: 15,000 sq ft of floor space
Gymnasium Seating Capacity
- Permanent Seating: 1,591
- Expandable Bleachers: 585
- Total seating capacity: 2,176
Meeting Room Square Footage
- Lobby: 82’ x 40’
- Room 100: 30’ x 30’
- Room 206 & 208 (together): 50’ x 20’
Parking
- UBC Parking is a pay by plate system. The closest parkade to War Memorial Gym is North Parkade. Visit UBC Parking for more information.
6081 University Blvd
Vancouver, BC
V6T 1Z1
Hours of Operation
May 1 – September 2, 2025:
Summer Hours
- Mon – Fri: 9AM – 5PM
- Sat & Sun: CLOSED
All dates/times are subject to change
Holidays: visit the Holiday Hours page for updates
Contacts
Kurt Du Bois
Coordinator, Events & Operations
Email: kurt.dubois@ubc.ca
Phone: 604-822-6246
Facility Operations Staff
Phone: 604-202-8322