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Hire the Hayward Gallery

Our gallery’s striking architecture makes it an unforgettable location for your event

Combining brutalist architecture with contemporary art, the Hayward Gallery offers a unique setting for events, receptions and functions for up to 300 guests.

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Contact our specialist team for more information and to make a booking.

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Hayward Gallery Banquet Dinner

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At a glance

Capacity

  • 300 guests

Please note that, depending on the current exhibition, food and drink may only be served in the foyer and not in the galleries.

Rates

  • Breakfast (7am – 11am): £11,000 (excl. VAT)
  • Evening (5pm – 11pm): from £15,500 (excl. VAT)

We offer a 10% discount to registered charities.

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By bringing your event to the Hayward Gallery, you’re supporting our mission to keep the arts open and accessible to all.

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Event services

Catering
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Catering

We’ve handpicked the best event caterers in London to delight your guests with delicious food and drink tailored to your needs.

Production
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Production

Hiring our venues means our backstage team are at your service – the same people who make sure our concerts run without a hitch.

Impact & access

Sustainability
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Sustainability

We’re committed to becoming carbon net zero by 2040. Find out how working with us will impact your organisation’s emission targets.

Access

Access

Determined to make our venues accessible for all, we’re the first live events organisation to achieve Attitude is Everything’s Platinum certification.