Christmas parties

Bristol Museum & Art Gallery presents The Winter Ball 2026, your Christmas ever after

Have a truly spellbinding Christmas at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery this year!

Step into a world of magic and wonder this Christmas at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery. Picture yourself celebrating the festive season in the grandeur of our majestic Wills & Winterstoke halls, adorned with enchanting decorations. Our party packages are designed for those seeking a magical evening with delicious Christmas menus, delightful drinks and unique museum experiences. This makes it a standout venue that your colleagues will remember for years to come!

After years of hosting extravagant parties, we would like to invite you to join us for a spellbinding Christmas, a night of dancing, fantastic food and celebrating the season!

Download the Bristol Museum Christmas brochure 2025 (PDF)

Your party would include:

• Exclusive use of the Winterstoke and Will’s halls from 19:00-1am
• Access to the Egypt & Assyria gallery during your arrival drinks reception between 19:00 – 20:00
• Your choice of arrival drinks from fizz to cocktails and mocktails and more
• 3 course seated dinner with a choice of 2 starters, 2 mains and 2 desserts
• Festive Winter Ball Christmas décor with table centres, incredible lighting, and theming
• Private bar facility and all staffing and security included
• DJ & Disco to play all your party classics

Prices start at £70 + VAT per person.

*Maximum 240 guests for the seated dinner option

Alternatively, are you hosting a larger party? Our Bowl Food option sounds perfect for you!

The perfect option for larger groups, let us circulate our food to your guests so the party never has to stop! Enjoy a selection of smaller bowls of festive favourites and peruse the stations to see what delights are on offer!

• Exclusive use of the Winterstoke and Will’s halls from 19:00 – 1am
• Access to the Egypt & Assyria gallery during your arrival drinks reception between 19:00 – 20:00
• Your choice of arrival drinks from fizz to cocktails and mocktails and more
• Bowl food circulated throughout the venue as well as on food stations around the venue
• Festive Winter Ball Christmas décor with table centres, incredible lighting, and theming
• Private bar facility and all staffing and security included
• DJ & Disco to play all your party classics

Prices from £70 + VAT per person.

*Maximum 350 guests for the Bowl Food option

Every party is different. Whether you’re looking for a grand gala dinner, a more casual bowl food Christmas event, or an awards evening to end the year with a bang – we’re here to help.

Please do get in touch so we can design your party just the way you like it.

Download the Bristol Museum Christmas brochure 2025 (PDF)

Watch the video to see our gorgeous venue in action