You need a ticket to attend Art Party.
You can book tickets:

• Online
• Over the phone by calling 03 8620 2222 (9am–5pm, daily)
• In-person at the NGV

Ticket prices:
$28 Student
$25 NGV Member

A booking fee of $5.50 applies to tickets booked online.

People with access needs are welcome to use the priority line at the entrance.

The entrance to NGV International is on street level and has an automatic door. There is a lift from the Arts Centre Melbourne car park to the NGV International entrance.

Visit the Directions & Parking page for information on public transport and parking options.

NGV Teens: Art Party will be held on the Ground Level of NGV International. The entrance to NGV International is on street level and has an automatic door.

There is a lift from the Arts Centre Melbourne car park to the NGV International entrance.

The exhibition and all public areas in the NGV, including the Gallery Kitchen and NGV design store, are wheelchair accessible.

Wheelchairs and a motorised scooter are available for free hire from the Information Desk. We recommend booking prior to your visit, by calling (03) 8620 2222 or making a booking online.

Any large bags will need to be cloaked. There is a cloakroom near the entrance and the cloaking service is free. Items must be collected before the event finishes.

There are accessible and gender-neutral bathrooms on all levels of NGV International.

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A Changing Places bathroom is located nearby at Arts Centre Melbourne’s Hamer Hall, approximately 300 metres from NGV International. Visit the  Arts Centre Melbourne website for more information.

Accredited assistance dogs are welcome at the NGV. Please ensure your assistance dog is wearing their jacket while at the Gallery.

Access aids including self-regulation fidget devices, magnifying sheets and earplugs are available to hire for free hire from the information desk. We recommend booking prior to your visit, by calling (03) 8620 2222 or making a booking online.

For access information about the exhibitions, visit the Westwood | Kawakubo and Women Photographers 1900-1975 exhibition webpages.

The exhibition features fashion garments and accessories, plus archival video and photography content. Some artworks depict nudity and sexual themes.

The exhibition presents an immersive experience which uses flashing lights and other lighting effects, large moving image screens, mirrors, and a fairly loud soundtrack in places.

The sensory map shows the locations of audiovisual content, sensory elements, and seating, and can help you prepare for your visit.

For access information, visit the Westwood | Kawakubo exhibition webpage.

This exhibition includes photography and video artworks. Some artworks depict nudity, adult themes, and smoking.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are respectfully advised that this exhibition includes images of deceased people.

For access information, visit the Women Photographers 1900-1975 exhibition webpage.

The Great Hall is a very large room with carpet, bluestone walls and a colourful stained-glass ceiling.

NGV Teens: Art Party presents a range of activities. Inside the Great Hall, a DJ will be playing upbeat music, and many enjoy dancing. There will be coloured and moving lights, plus the use of haze machines. No strobing effects will be used. The music is played at a fairly high volume. You are welcome to bring your headphones or collect some disposable ear plugs from the Information Desk.

The Great Hall is busy and noisy. If you need a lower-sensory area, we recommend visiting the exhibition spaces or the area next to Gallery Kitchen in front of the lift.

The NGV Garden will be closed for Art Party.

Seating can be found throughout the exhibitions. Lightweight fold-out stools are available for free hire from the Information Desk and can be taken into exhibition spaces.

Seating in the public areas includes ottomans, high bars with high stools, low café-style tables and chairs with backs.

A range of snacks and light meals is available, including vegan, vegetarian, and low-gluten options. Items range from $5–$15, and both cash and card are accepted.

A free water station is available next to the Gallery Kitchen near the lift.

Teens who require an adult carer to stay with them during the event for accessibility reasons are very welcome. Please give us a heads-up in advance by by calling (03) 8620 2222 or via our online form.

Adult carers do not require a ticket.

Visit ngv.melbourne/access for more resources and information about accessible facilities and services for your visit to the NGV.

If you have any further queries regarding Art Party, please contact us by calling 03 8620 2222 (9am–5pm, daily).