Manchester Art Gallery is a unique wedding venue situated in the heart of Manchester, England. This refined destination is the perfect place for upscale urban events and private parties. Your guests will be treated to a cultural experience, immersed in world-renowned artworks as they celebrate your romantic journey. The building is lofty and bright, and this combined with beautiful paintings makes the ideal backdrop for wedding photographs. Couples who are passionate about the arts and who are seeking an unusual way to mark their special day will love this convenient and creative city-centre venue.

Facilities and Capacity

Art lovers will relish the chance to say ‘I do’ at this unique venue. Whether you are planning a party for 120 guests or a micro wedding for a select few, this versatile space has everything you need. Civil ceremonies are held in Gallery 16, where you can exchange vows surrounded by Lowry and Valette paintings. Drinks parties take place in the Pre-Raphaelite Galleries, giving your guests a chance to soak up stunning surroundings as they mingle. Evening receptions can be curated to your liking in the Atrium, the galleries, or the Gallery Café, depending on your preferences. Manchester Art Gallery provides dance floors and live-entertainment equipment to ensure you and your guests can dance the night away in style. Wedding parties are welcome to use preparation rooms on-site for their convenience and wheelchair-accessible facilities are also available here.

Services Offered

An in-house event coordinator oversees wedding planning to ensure couples’ preferences are brought to life. They connect with to-be-weds to plan everything from floor-plan curation to custom menus and wine lists. Catering is provided on-site, but you are welcome to choose private caterers also. Your personal event manager will first meet with you via a virtual consultation, allowing you to proceed with exciting plans in spite of Covid-19 restrictions. There are pre-designed packages to choose from, made specially to take into account varying budgets and thematic preferences. You can opt for a custom package wherein the team will tailor their services accordingly. Experienced servers tend to guests throughout the day, endeavouring to make everyone’s experience at Manchester Art Gallery special and unforgettable.