Whether you are planning an intimate drinks reception, a lavish birthday party or a dinner for your corporate clients, Manchester Art Gallery has a range of stunning and unique spaces to help you put on an evening to remember. Wow your guests in our vibrant contemporary spaces or steep them in the rich history of our atmospheric Victorian Galleries.
You’ll have the run of the gallery after hours, allowing your guests to explore our beautiful event spaces and exhibitions in private.
"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude to yourself and all your colleagues for making our event such a joyous success in your most decorous and beautiful surroundings. From the moment we stepped in to set up we felt totally looked after by everyone in the gallery. Do pass on our sincere gratitude and appreciation for all your kind help and support and for the big-hearted welcome you afforded to everyone who came to hear out events."
Our in-house catering team provides food and drink for any event thrown at the gallery. We prepare everything from canapés to a three course meal, with an eye on fresh, locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.
Our drinks selection features wines sourced as sustainably as possible too, with a focus on low-intervention methods.
We are also able to offer you the opportunity to create a unique experience for you and your guests, with personalised gifts and favours. One of our talented curators can event offer your guests a tour of the artworks housed within these historic and impressive surroundings.
Please talk to us about your requirements and our team will work with you to ensure that you and your guests have a truly memorable and distinctive experience.
