Unique event spaces at Design Museum Gent
Looking for a venue with a story to tell? In our brand new wing, architecture and ambition come together. The event spaces at Design Museum Gent are designed to inspire, connect and leave a lasting impression.
Create a complete experience
Hiring a venue is only the beginning. We offer a range of options to create an unforgettable experience for your guests:
Tailor-made catering
Are you looking for a quick business lunch, a stylish reception or a lavish dinner? We’ll put you in touch with caterers who perfectly match the atmosphere of your event.
Museum experiences
Add another dimension to your event with a visit to our exhibitions. Offer your guests complimentary access or arrange an exclusive guided tour.
The perfect setting
Host your event during museum opening hours and enjoy the lively atmosphere, or choose the full experience with exclusive evening hire of our new museum wing.
Urban Hub
A place to meet
Outside opening hours, the Urban Hub, our welcome area, transforms into an impressive event venue. It is the ideal setting for receptions and walking dinners, perfectly combined with exclusive access to the museum.
| Specifications | |
| Oppervlakte | 194 m² |
| Capacity | Up to 120 guests (standing) |
| Availability | Wednesdays only (except during school holidays) |
| Layout | Flexible, by arrangement |
| Floor | Ground floor |
Courtyard
A unique outdoor venue in the heart of Ghent
Our historic inner garden offers spectacular 360 degree views of the museum's different wings. During the summer months, it provides an exceptional setting for large receptions.
| Specifications | |
| Area | 560 m² |
| Capacity | Up to 500 guests (standing) |
| Availability | Wednesdays only (except during school holidays) |
| Layout | Flexible, by arrangement |
| Extra | Partial weather cover available. The Urban Hub can also be used in case of rain. |
| Floor | Ground floor |
Forum
For lectures, debates and press conferences
Looking for a professional venue in the centre of Ghent? Forum is fully equipped with high quality audiovisual facilities to support conferences, presentationsand media events.
| Specifications | |
| Area | 210 m² |
| Capacity | Up to 120 guests (theatre style seating) |
| Availability | 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. |
| Layout | Flexible, by arrangement |
| Floor | +1 |
Atelier
An inspiring space for workshops and team building
Two adjoining rooms with endless possibilities. Perfect for practical workshops, team building sessions and breakout meetings. Use them separately or combine them into one larger space. .
| Specifications | |
| Area | 170 m² in total, or two separate rooms of 90 m² and 80 m² |
| Capacity | Up to 55 guests (seated) or 30 and 25 in each room |
| Availability | 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. |
| Layout | Flexible, by arrangement |
| Floor | Level +2 |
Loft
An exclusive venue with panoramic views of Ghent
With sweeping views across the historic city centre, the Loft is the museum's most striking event space. It provides an exceptional setting for receptions, walking dinners and seated dinners that your guests will remember.
| Specifications | |
| Area | 145 m² |
| Capacity | Up to 120 guests (standing) or 80 guests (seated) |
| Availability | 9:30 a.m. to midnight |
| Layout | Flexible, by arrangement |
| Floor | Level +4 |
