The Galleria Sandton is one of Gauteng’s most architecturally distinguished and operationally comprehensive conference and events destinations — an “elegant timeless architectural masterpiece” at M1 Place, 10 Eastern Service Road, Sandton, Gauteng, 2090, that has set the benchmark for conference, eventing, and exhibition space design in Sandton’s cosmopolitan district since opening in September 2016. With over 2,000 square metres of adaptable, column-free event space, panoramic Sandton skyline views, and a meticulously named suite of venues — The Galleria Sandton is the premier address for large-scale conferences, international exhibitions, vehicle launches, luxury weddings, gala dinners, and everything in between.

“Our gala dinner at The Galleria was a masterpiece — stunning venue, incredible food, and impeccable service.”

From the Picasso Room’s 850sqm+ column-free main arena to the Van Gogh rooftop terrace overlooking the Sandton skyline, and the intimate Warhol, Renoir, and Dali private meeting rooms — The Galleria Sandton offers a complete and flexible venue ecosystem for events of any scale, with world-class catering, technical infrastructure, and bar service throughout.

The Venue Spaces — Named After Masters, Built for Events

The Picasso Room — Main Event Arena

The Galleria Sandton’s flagship and most impressive space:

• Conference capacity: 1,200 delegates
• Banquet capacity: 700 guests
• 850+ square metres of column-free floor space — completely unobstructed sightlines throughout
• Triple-height ceilings — creating dramatic volume and height for stage productions, exhibitions, and galas
• Vehicle and truck access doors — full-size vehicles can be driven directly into the venue (TATA truck launch hosted with two trucks inside)
• 3-phase power — industrial-grade power supply for large technical productions
• Rigging points — for aerial installations, lighting rigs, and technical productions
• Built-in sound and lighting systems — full technical infrastructure
• Built-in bar facilities — fully stocked and staffed
• Two dedicated entrances — for simultaneous delegate flow management
• Ideal for: conferences, gala dinners, exhibitions, vehicle launches, awards ceremonies, fashion shows, luxury weddings, large concerts and broadcast events

The Van Gogh — Rooftop Terrace

The Galleria Sandton’s sky-high social space:

• Capacity: 150 guests
• Panoramic views of the Sandton skyline — one of the most spectacular outdoor settings in Sandton
• Multi-use format: sundowners, pre-dinner drinks, exclusive private functions, conference breakaways
• Optional Bedouin cover available over the entire terrace — enabling all-weather events
• “Always where the party starts”

The Warhol, Renoir & Dali — Business Centre Meeting Rooms

Three dedicated private meeting rooms on the first floor business centre:

• Warhol: 12 guests — intimate executive meetings
• Renoir: 12 guests — compact presentations and workshops
• Dali: 60 guests (schoolroom style) — training sessions, seminars, and larger breakaways
• Fully equipped for all conferencing requirements
• Multiple configurations available — maximum flexibility for varied meeting formats
• Bookable individually or as breakaway rooms for larger conferences in the Picasso Room

9+ Breakaway Rooms

• Over 9 dedicated breakaway and smaller meeting rooms throughout the venue
• Ideal for concurrent workshops, panel discussions, VIP sessions, and smaller conference breakouts

Technical Infrastructure — Built for World-Class Events

The Galleria Sandton’s technical specification is one of its most distinguishing features:

• 3-phase power throughout the main arena
• Full rigging points for aerial and overhead technical installations
• Integrated sound and lighting systems — professional grade
• Super-fast Internet throughout all venues
• Two dedicated entrances for seamless delegate and guest flow
• World-class catering — in-house culinary team for all event formats
• Friendly bar staff — full bar service across all events
• Vehicle access — the Picasso Room can accommodate full-size trucks and vehicles

Events Hosted at The Galleria Sandton

Over the years, The Galleria has been the backdrop for some of Gauteng’s most significant events:

• International conferences and summits
• Vehicle and truck launches — including TATA trucks driven into the Picasso Room
• Gala dinners and awards ceremonies — “a masterpiece — stunning venue, incredible food, and impeccable service”
• Exhibitions and trade shows
• Luxury weddings
• Cocktail parties and product launches
• Live sporting event screenings and broadcasts
• Graduation ceremonies
• Sundowner functions on the Van Gogh rooftop

Location & Accessibility

• Address: M1 Place, 10 Eastern Service Road, Sandton, Gauteng, 2090
• Phone: +27 11 036 5361 | Steven: +27 83 427 8554 | Dino: +27 83 411 7552
• Email: info@thegalleria.co.za
• Website: thegalleria.co.za
• Minutes from Sandton CBD — easy access from all major Sandton routes
• Near the M1 — highly accessible from Johannesburg

Practical Details

• Opened: September 2016
• Total space: 2,000sqm+ (adaptable, column-free)
• Picasso Room: 850sqm | Conference 1,200 | Banquet 700 | vehicle access | rigging | 3-phase power
• Van Gogh Terrace: 150 guests | Sandton skyline views | optional Bedouin cover
• Dali: 60 | Warhol: 12 | Renoir: 12
• Breakaway rooms: 9+
• Technical: Sound, lighting, rigging, 3-phase power, super-fast internet
• Catering: World-class in-house team
• Facebook: 96% recommend
• Best for: International conferences, vehicle launches, gala dinners, exhibitions, luxury weddings, awards ceremonies, product launches, broadcast events, graduation ceremonies, corporate cocktail parties

For event enquiries and bookings, visit the official Galleria Sandton website or call +27 11 036 5361.

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