Private functions
Geelong Gallery provides a variety of spaces suitable for functions accommodating small and intimate events to larger celebrations.
Geelong Gallery events can accommodate groups from 12 to 300 people. Configuration of spaces range from stand-up reception cocktail functions, seated events with catered meals, intimate gatherings for special celebrations, meetings or the presentation of lectures to a seated audience.
Gallery hire will change depending on what exhibitions are on display at any given time and different artwork requirements. Please chat to our Events Coordinator galleryevents@geelonggallery.org.au to confirm what your event can look like.
Staffing
Gallery staff will be on duty during events to ensure the best experience for your guests, and to maintain security of the artworks and the Gallery facility.
Catering
Geelong Gallery partners with local caterers to supply an elegant and contemporary catering offer.
Equipment requirements
The Gallery has a selection of furniture suitable for seated seminars and presentations.
Limited audio equipment and cocktail furniture is also available. Any AV hire must be booked through our preferred supplier who have experience setting up around artworks.
Opening hours
The Gallery is open daily 10.00am–5.00pm, and is closed on major public holidays including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day and Good Friday.
Private hire is subject to availability and is limited during opening hours.
Galleries
Douglass
Showcasing the Gallery’s Collection, this inspiring light-filled space is ideal for larger events.
(240 sqm) Capacity:
Reception: 250 pax
Seminar: 80 pax
Dinner: 60–140 pax
Hitchcock
Enjoy the Gallery’s Collection in the original Gallery building, constructed in 1915.
(182 sqm) Capacity:
Reception: 40–80 pax
Seminar: 20–40 pax
Dinner: 40 pax
Max Bell
An ideal venue for a seated seminar or lecture with its ceiling mounted projection screen.
(105 sqm) Capacity:
Reception 20–80 pax
Seminar 60 pax
McPhillimy
A gracious space with long sight lines through the Gallery spaces.
(135 sqm) Capacity:
Reception: 50–150 pax
Seminar: 70 pax
Sidney Myer
Displaying contemporary exhibitions this space provides an ideal venue for a seated seminar or lecture.
(85 sqm) Capacity:
Reception: 50–80 pax
Seminar: 35–40 pax
Temp Ex
The Gallery’s most recently created, contemporary Gallery space.
(178 sqm) Capacity:
Reception: 80–150 pax
Seminar: 50 pax
