Victorian Galleries at Manchester Art Gallery

Event Space in a Gallery

Private space

About this space

The lavish Victorian and Pre-Raphaelite Galleries are versatile and an unparalleled event space in Manchester. An array of highly detailed, gloriously colourful paintings, designs and crafts are displayed within these stunning galleries.

The perfect location for pre dinner drinks or private drinks receptions for up to 300 guests.
Dining can take place in Galleries 9 and 10, with a capacity to seat up to 80.

Guests may also enjoy a guided tour of the vast collections and diverse temporary exhibitions.

+ Show more- Show less

Event offers and packages

Make this years Christmas party a night to remember with a Christmas party against the stunning backdrop of Manchester Art Gallery. Combining festive fun with timeless elegance, our exclusive party nights offer something a little bit different and can be tailored to suit your needs and budget. From the Victorian splendor of our historic galleries, evoking Christmas past, to our glass Atrium, which transforms in to a disco later on, our atmospheric venue offers a unique experience for your guests.
Where else can you drink and mingle in such magnificence, surrounded by some of the world’s most recognisable artworks then dance the night away to Christmas disco classics? In between, you can choose from a range of menus from canapés or bowl food to traditional festive three course meals.

Christmas Party

£35.50 per person

This package includes:
• Venue hire (6-10pm)
• 3 canapés per person
• 2 glasses of fizz or festive cocktails per person
• PA system
• Uplighters

Minimum of 100 guests
Additional hours, until 11pm, available at £695.00+vat per hour

Christmas Dinner

£90 per person

This package includes:
• Venue hire (6-11pm)
• Arrival drink (fizz or festive cocktail)
• Half a bottle of wine at dinner
• 3 course festive meal
• PA system in Galleries and Atrium
• Uplighters

Minimum of 60 guests

The Grade One Listed building is a landmark space that is home to the very best in art and design and the perfect place for your wedding celebrations. Your guests will be treated to a cultural experience, immersed in world renowned artworks as you celebrate your romantic journey.

Wedding ceremony and reception

£5100 total

Home to our collection of artworks by LS Lowry and Valette, Gallery 16 is a stunning and unique space for you to say your vows. After the ceremony, the lavish Pre-Raphaelite Galleries are available for exclusive use for your drinks reception and/or wedding breakfast.
Alternatively, the Atrium also makes a great space for your wedding breakfast or evening reception.

Venue hire from 4-11pm from £5,100 (inc vat). Includes ceremony room, drinks reception in Pre-Raphaelite Galleries, dinner in Pre-Raphaelite Galleries or Atrium, party in Atrium or Gallery Café

Ceremonies from 4pm in Gallery 16
Ceremonies from 6pm in other spaces

Wedding ceremony

£2640 total

Say 'I do' surrounded by world-famous artworks of LS Lowry or amongst the splendour of our Pre-Raphaelite Galleries. After the ceremony, you and your guests can move through the gallery to celebrate with a drinks reception and canapés.

2.5 hour venue hire from £2,640 (inc vat)
Ceremonies from 4pm in Gallery 16
Ceremonies from 6pm in other spaces

Wedding reception only

£3300 total

Includes drinks reception in Pre-Raphaelite Galleries, dinner in Pre-Raphaelite Galleries or Atrium, party in Atrium or Gallery Café

Venue hire 6-11pm from £3,300 (inc vat)

With high ceilings, wooden floors, grand staircases, and traditional gallery spaces, Manchester Art Gallery offers a wide choice of visuals, combining the
neo-Greek style of the Entrance Hall with a contemporary Atrium constructed entirely from glass.

Filming can be accommodated outside gallery opening times: 10am - 5pm, Tuesday - Sunday.
Hire for filming includes access to all gallery spaces for the duration of the hire. Green rooms and crew catering can also be provided

Commercial filming

£300 total

Prices per hour, depending on crew size and exclusive access.
From £300+vat per hour

Commercial photography

£100 total

Prices per hour, depending on crew size and exclusive use.
From £100+vat per hour

Prices

Monday

9:00 – 23:00

from £2750–£3300 hire fee per day

Per evening

18:00 – 23:00

from £3300

Per day

9:00 – 18:00

from £2750

Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.

The Victorian Galleries may be hired in conjunction with any other space. The additional cost of this is £650.00 + vat.

Send me a message through Tagvenue for a bespoke quote that's right for your event.

Canapes from £12.00 per person + vat
Buffet from £22.00 per person + vat
3 course dinner from £45.00 per person +vat

Sparkling wine from £30.00 per bottle + vat
House wine from £26.00 per bottle + vat

Tuesday

18:00 – 23:00

from £3300 hire fee

Per evening

18:00 – 23:00

from £3300

Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.

Wednesday

18:00 – 23:00

from £3300 hire fee

Per evening

18:00 – 23:00

from £3300

Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.

Thursday

18:00 – 23:00

from £3300 hire fee

Per evening

18:00 – 23:00

from £3300

Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.

Friday

18:00 – 23:00

from £3300 hire fee

Per evening

18:00 – 23:00

from £3300

Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.

Saturday

18:00 – 23:00

from £3300 hire fee

Per evening

18:00 – 23:00

from £3300

Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.

Sunday

18:00 – 23:00

from £3300 hire fee

Per evening

18:00 – 23:00

from £3300

Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00. All prices include VAT.

Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago

Pricing rated as accurate by 1 verified user

Capacity

Standing

up to 350

Dining

up to 90

Theatre

up to 100

Catering and drinks

Halal menu

Extensive vegan menu

Extensive gluten-free menu

Alcohol licence until 1:00

Facilities

Air conditioner

Music & sound equipment

Accessibility

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Host rules

Evening hire is generally from 6pm with access to set up from 5pm once the gallery closes
Hire is available until 1am
We are located approx. one mile from Piccadilly train station and the nearest tram stop is just across the road at St Peters Square.
We can help make recommendations for suppliers, from hotels to entertainment, equipment to event planners.

+ Show more- Show less

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

Show cancellation details

Reviews and ratings

(68 reviews and ratings - )

Manchester Art Gallery is a #Supervenue

#Supervenue program is based on our customers' feedback and highlights venues that are most dedicated to providing outstanding hospitality, customer service and event experience. Read more

Customers rated communication with this venue and their event experience as Superb

Response time: within couple of hours

Response rate: 100%

About Manchester Art Gallery

Beautiful architecture. Light filled spaces. Home to one of the country's finest collections of art, design and fashion.

Manchester Art Gallery is an inspired choice for private events, weddings, business meetings, networking sessions and conferences.

Located in the heart of the city centre, the gallery provides a perfect backdrop to extraordinary events.

With facilities ranging from a purpose built lecture room to on-site catering, and with our team ready to tailor packages to suit your needs, hosting your event at Manchester Art Gallery is hassle free.

+ Show more- Show less