Tate Modern is an iconic London venue and, as an event professional, it’s one that should be on your list for events.
We recently held an exclusive event for a select number of our members, giving them the opportunity to experience a private tour of the Frida Kahlo exhibition alongside a tour of Tate Modern’s incredible event spaces.
Being inside a venue of this scale and history after hours is a very special experience — and we’re sure your guests would feel the same!
The evening began with a curated menu of drinks and canapés designed to complement the exhibition, alongside our usual catching up and networking. We then enjoyed an amazing private tour of the exhibition with an incredible curator.
We highly recommend including a curator with any private tour you hold at the venue. Their knowledge and storytelling really do bring the exhibition to life and make the experience feel truly special.
After exploring the exhibition, we had worked up an appetite, so we enjoyed some delicious food from Tate’s caterer while hearing more about the venue-hire options and corporate partnership opportunities available.
And when it comes to event spaces, there really is something for every type of event. Some spaces are available for evening hire only, while others can be hired throughout the day and into the evening. From intimate drinks receptions to large-scale dinners, launches and corporate events, the opportunities for creating memorable and truly iconic events are endless.
Spaces include:
- The Turbine Hall & Bridge — 1,200 reception / 700 dinner — The ultimate showstopper, with huge industrial scale and iconic Tate architecture.
- The Tanks — 600 reception / 400 dinner per tank — Dramatic former oil tanks, perfect for immersive, creative and large-scale events.
- The Tanks Foyer — 400 reception — A striking industrial setting with a statement staircase, ideal for drinks receptions and networking.
- The South Room — 300 reception / 250 dinner — A flexible contemporary blank canvas with high ceilings and city views.
- The Restaurant — 300 reception / 200 dinner — Floor-to-ceiling Thames views and contemporary art create a stylish setting for dinners and receptions.
- Level 10 — 150 reception / 80 dinner — Panoramic London views make this a standout setting for sophisticated evening parties and dinners.
- Level 9 — 200 reception / 80 dinner — An intimate, light-filled space with beautiful city views, ideal for exclusive dinners and smaller events.
- The East Room — 150 reception / 100 dinner — Floor-to-ceiling windows and panoramic views combine with a flexible layout for dinners and conferences.
- The Members Bar — 120 reception — A stylish, intimate space overlooking London and the Thames, perfect for cocktails and networking.
- The Starr Cinema & Foyer — 234 theatre / 150 reception — A state-of-the-art cinema and AV setting, ideal for screenings, presentations, launches and talks.
- Blavatnik Building Level 2 Concourse — 300 reception — Striking contemporary architecture, feature spaces and a private viewing create an impressive event setting.
- Blavatnik Building Level 4 Concourse — 300 reception — A dramatic contemporary setting with a private view of Tate’s modern and contemporary collection.
- Natalie Bell Level 2 Concourse — 300 reception — Industrial heritage meets contemporary art, complemented by a private exhibition viewing.
- Eyal Ofer Level 3 Concourse — 300 reception — A contemporary event setting where Tate’s world-class exhibitions become part of the experience.
We weren’t lying when we said the opportunities are endless!
Whether you’re looking for a spectacular setting for a large-scale event, an impressive backdrop for a client dinner or something completely different, Tate Modern is well worth exploring.
We highly recommend reaching out to the team and arranging a site visit — seeing these spaces in person really brings the possibilities to life.
