The various spaces within Kunsthal Gent are available for rent on days and evenings when there are no activities within the program. The combination of the building’s unique character and its practical location (in the center of Ghent), offers many possibilities and makes Kunsthal Gent a perfect setting for your event: book presentations, concerts, staff parties, receptions, lectures and many other activities.
Contact: Klaartje Van Thuyne — klaartje@kunsthal.gent
We have the following spaces available:
Church Hall
The Church Hall is the impressive setting for the Endless Exhibition with works by artists such as Martin Belou, Eva Fabregas, Femmy Otten and Rudy Guedj. History and contemporary art come together in this space, where imposing architecture and abundant light create an ideal environment. The diverse works form an engaging dialogue that stimulates the senses and challenges the mind. The church hall, spacious, bright and with wonderful acoustics, provides a serene setting for all kinds of activities.
Cinema
On the site of the original presbytery, we built a cinema. It is a space with seven rows of benches covered with cushions by designer Antonia Vincenza (with wool from the Ghent sheep of organic farm De Zwaluw), where you can sit comfortably and warmly. The space also functions as an auditorium for lectures, group discussions and online presentations.
The Old House
The historical layering carried by Kunsthal Gent is explicitly reflected in the Old House, where murals from the 15th and 18th centuries relate to the white walls of Kunsthal Gent itself. It is a multifunctional space and has already served as a meeting place, exhibition space, skate ramp and concert hall.
Sheela's Bar
Sheela’s Bar, designed by Theo De Meyer and Olivier Goethals, is located at the entrance of Kunsthal Gent and with its five tables is the ideal place to gather with a smaller group. The bar takes its name from the Summer School that Jesse Jones and Sara O’Rourke organized at Kunsthal Gent in the summer of 2022.
Practical
Renting (one of) our spaces always includes:
Start-up and shut-down of the building and specific rooms by one of our staff members
Bar and bar staff (if desired)
Wheelchair accessible toilets
IMPORTANT: The building must close at 01:00 at all times
On request (with additional cost):
extra support at the counter and entrance
cleaning crew (in case of specific requests)
technique and/or sound person
catering (vegetarian) through our large network of artists and caterers
mention of your program in our newsletter (unless private event)
use of extra material (tables, chairs, beamers, standing tables)
For more information or questions, please contact us using this form.
