Receptions

  • A woman is laughing while holding a glass of fizz in an art gallery; a woman with short hair is smiling next to her and we see the back of a man.

Welcome your guests with an unforgettable reception at National Museum Cardiff, the home to the Welsh national collection of fine and applied art.

For a Grand reception there’s no better than our Grand Hall. With its magnificent marble staircases and glorious high Domed ceiling this iconic reception space can host up to 400 standing guests. Speak to our expert team for entertainment recommendations, from choirs and bands to aerial dancers.

Looking for something more elevated? Then immerse your guests in one of the most impressive collections of modernist and impressionist art in Europe. Your guests can enjoy a glass of fizz surrounded by works by world renowned artists such as Monet, Rembrandt, Van Gogh and Welsh icons Augustus and Gwen John. We find a string duo, quartet or harpist set the perfect tone for any evening in our galleries.

Fully accessible by ramp through the main doors and with lifts to each level, including the bathrooms.

Talk to our team about making your dinner truly your event, whether brand colour lighting, poser tables, technical support for speeches or bringing in space dressing and to find out more about drinks and canapés packages.

We’ve proudly hosted receptions for clients such as European Circular Economy Hotspot, FOR Cardiff and SRK Consulting.

Exclusive venue Hire pricing starts from £3,700 + VAT. Catering packages sold separately. Get in touch with our dedicated events team to receive a quote for your reception needs.

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  • Group of people mingling in a well-lit room with wooden floors, light walls, and artwork, with two men in the foreground—one in a black suit, the other in a grey shirt and dark vest.
  • Three people conversing in an art gallery with colorful abstract artworks and classical architectural details in the background
  • Crowd gathered in a grand hall with high ceilings, columns, and purple lighting, facing a stage with a speaker. There's a backdrop of a painted portrait
  • A group of people gathered around a table with stacks of white teacups and saucers in an elegant hall. A man on the right is pouring coffee from a pot. The background shows more people and architectural details like columns and large windows.
  • Two women stand in front of a large painting in an art gallery. The painting depicts two figures running through a street with buildings in the background.

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