As the first museum of modern art in Texas, the McNay offers a unique opportunity to entertain in style as well as view an internationally renowned art collection. The intimate Octagon room, the breath-taking Courtyard, and elegant Leeper Auditorium together make a corporate event unforgettable. For those interested in modern architecture, the Stieren Center for Exhibitions is sure to please. We invite you to experience some of the most magnificent works of the 20th Century, in one of the most spectacular creations of the 21st.
Corporate
Events
Corporate
Events
Think outside the box when planning your next corporate event. The McNay has the ideal space for business meetings, retreats, breakfast, lunch, and evening events. Our Valero Learning Centers, Chiego Lecture Hall, and Leeper Auditorium offer a memorable experience, no matter the size of your event. 501(c)3 non-profit events are permitted.
Package Options
Courtyard Reception Package
Perfect for cocktail parties. Includes Semmes Lobby, Blackburn Patio, and Frost Octagon.
Pricing
- Monday – Wednesday, Friday, Sunday: $8,000
Estate Package
Includes Semmes Lobby, Blackburn Patio, Frost Octagon, and Leeper Auditorium.
Pricing
- Monday – Wednesday: $5,750
- Friday: $7,500
- Saturday: $9,000
- Sunday: $7,500
Lang Gallery Dining Package
Perfect for intimate seated dinners in our Small and Large Lang Galleries. Includes Semmes Lobby, Blackburn Patio, Frost Octagon, and Small and Large Lang Galleries. Accommodates up to 80 guests seated.
Pricing
Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: Custom packages starting at $8,000
Certain Restrictions Apply
Corporate Buyout Package
Includes Semmes Lobby, Blackburn Patio, Frost Octagon, Leeper Auditorium, AT&T Lobby, Ewing Halsell Reception Hall and Brown Foundation Sculpture Terrace.
Pricing
- Monday – Wednesday: $8,000
- Friday: $10,500
- Saturday: $13,000
- Sunday: $10,500
Contemporary Package
Includes AT&T Lobby, Ewing Halsell Reception Hall, Frost Octagon, and Leeper Auditorium.
Pricing
- Monday – Wednesday: $5,750
- Friday: $7,500
- Saturday: $9,000
- Sunday: $7,500
Reception Hall Package
Perfect for cocktail parties. Includes AT&T Lobby and Ewing Halsell Foundation Reception Hall.
Pricing
Wednesday, Friday, Sunday: $3,000
- All options include the facility, parking, and museum security.
- Cleaning fee of $250 is incurred with all rental packages that include Leeper Auditorium.
- Event furniture can be rented through the McNay Special Events Department.
- Clients are required to use one of the catering companies from the list of McNay approved caterers and must pay the catering venue fee. If the client is not using the catering company for bar service, client must use an approved McNay bar service company.
- Professional vendors secured by the client must be insured and provide coverage as stipulated by the McNay.
- Clients are required to use the McNay approved AV and lighting company for all audio/ visual, and specialty lighting needs.
- The renter of the facilities may bring in alcoholic beverages to be served by the caterer.
- Clients are required to hire the McNay approved San Antonio Police off duty officer. All rental events with 150 guests or more are required to hire 2 San Antonio Police off duty officers.
- No open flames, glitter, sparklers, confetti, or indoor ice sculptures are allowed.
- Event start times (this is the earliest the event can start):
- Saturday: 6 PM
- Sunday: 6 PM
- Wednesday: 6:30 PM
- Friday: 6:30 PM
- All events must end by 11:30pm. If using Leeper Auditorium, vendors have access as early as 1pm and have one hour to load out.
- Options include one hour in designated gallery space.
- Discounts available for non-profit organizations. Inquire with the Events and Rentals Manager.
- Personal comprehensive tours are available for your out-of-town guests with at least 2 weeks advance notice. Contact the Events and Rentals Manager or our Education Coordinator at 210-805-1767 for inquiries.
- Options include one hour in designated gallery space (availability of galleries is subject to special exhibition schedule).
Customized options are available. Please inquire with the Events and Rentals Manager for more details.
Rates and policies effective July 2025 and are subject to change at the discretion of the McNay Art Museum.
- Long tables, round tables, king’s tables and cocktail tables available for use.
- Black resin folding chairs available for use. Rental furniture must remain inside of the Museum and is not to be used on Museum grounds.
- Set up and break down of outsourced rental furniture is to be arranged between the client and the caterer.
- Clients are required to use Event Ignition for all AV and specialty lighting services.
- AV services include microphones, podium, assistance with PowerPoint presentations, and include an AV technician. Specialty lighting services include up-lighting, gobo projections, chandeliers, and suspended features.
- The McNay Events & Rentals Manager will assist in acquiring AV and specialty lighting services. Customized options are available.
- Blackburn Patio; 3,500 square feet
100 seated, 250 standing - Frost Octagon; 1,058 square feet
60 seated, 150 standing - Leeper Auditorium; 3,483 square feet
250 seated with dance floor, 300 without - AT&T Lobby; 1, 443 square feet
80 seated, 200 standing - Ewing-Halsell Foundation Reception Hall; 1,012 square feet
70 seated, 100 standing - Brown Foundation Sculpture Terrace; 3,000 square feet
300 standing; seated set-up not permitted on Terrace
Rental Essentials
- All options include the facility, parking, and museum security.
- Cleaning fee of $250 is incurred with all rental packages that include Leeper Auditorium.
- Event furniture can be rented through the McNay Special Events Department.
- Clients are required to use one of the catering companies from the list of McNay approved caterers and must pay the catering venue fee. If the client is not using the catering company for bar service, client must use an approved McNay bar service company.
- Professional vendors secured by the client must be insured and provide coverage as stipulated by the McNay.
- Clients are required to use the McNay approved AV and lighting company for all audio/ visual, and specialty lighting needs.
- The renter of the facilities may bring in alcoholic beverages to be served by the caterer.
- Clients are required to hire the McNay approved San Antonio Police off duty officer. All rental events with 150 guests or more are required to hire 2 San Antonio Police off duty officers.
- No open flames, glitter, sparklers, confetti, or indoor ice sculptures are allowed.
- Event start times (this is the earliest the event can start):
- Saturday: 6 PM
- Sunday: 6 PM
- Wednesday: 6:30 PM
- Friday: 6:30 PM
- All events must end by 11:30pm. If using Leeper Auditorium, vendors have access as early as 1pm and have one hour to load out.
- Options include one hour in designated gallery space.
- Discounts available for non-profit organizations. Inquire with the Events and Rentals Manager.
- Personal comprehensive tours are available for your out-of-town guests with at least 2 weeks advance notice. Contact the Events and Rentals Manager or our Education Coordinator at 210-805-1767 for inquiries.
- Options include one hour in designated gallery space (availability of galleries is subject to special exhibition schedule).
Customized options are available. Please inquire with the Events and Rentals Manager for more details.
Rates and policies effective July 2025 and are subject to change at the discretion of the McNay Art Museum.
- Long tables, round tables, king’s tables and cocktail tables available for use.
- Black resin folding chairs available for use. Rental furniture must remain inside of the Museum and is not to be used on Museum grounds.
- Set up and break down of outsourced rental furniture is to be arranged between the client and the caterer.
- Clients are required to use Event Ignition for all AV and specialty lighting services.
- AV services include microphones, podium, assistance with PowerPoint presentations, and include an AV technician. Specialty lighting services include up-lighting, gobo projections, chandeliers, and suspended features.
- The McNay Events & Rentals Manager will assist in acquiring AV and specialty lighting services. Customized options are available.
- Blackburn Patio; 3,500 square feet
100 seated, 250 standing - Frost Octagon; 1,058 square feet
60 seated, 150 standing - Leeper Auditorium; 3,483 square feet
250 seated with dance floor, 300 without - AT&T Lobby; 1, 443 square feet
80 seated, 200 standing - Ewing-Halsell Foundation Reception Hall; 1,012 square feet
70 seated, 100 standing - Brown Foundation Sculpture Terrace; 3,000 square feet
300 standing; seated set-up not permitted on Terrace
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