Skip to main content
A diverse group of people, including elderly women, joyfully dance together indoors, wearing green scarves, in a lively, well-lit setting

The Clore Ballroom

An open space for dancing, music and coming together

This large, open space on Level 2 of the Royal Festival Hall hosts many of our free events – from performances by our Resident Orchestras, to joyful social dances where everyone is invited to take part.

Even when there are no events taking place, you’re welcome to visit The Clore Ballroom whenever the Royal Festival Hall building is open. Take a moment here to catch up with friends, relax with a book or enjoy a coffee and a bite to eat from the Ballroom Cafe. And there’s plenty of room for little ones to run around and make some noise.

On now & coming up

More info for LIVE + BREATHE: Climate Futures Marketplace
Three people in casual clothing are standing in front of a tall building and trees. They are looking directly into the camera which is placed  on the ground.
Art & exhibitions

LIVE + BREATHE: Climate Futures Marketplace

Discover the voices, artists, communities and campaigners championing local climate action in London
The Clore Ballroom
Tickets Free
More info for Creative Encounters: (Almost) Ikebana
A simple floral arrangement in a light green vase sits against a wrinkled cream-colored fabric backdrop.
Courses & workshops

Creative Encounters: (Almost) Ikebana

A restorative workshop bringing together the Japanese art of flower arranging, drawing and painting
The Clore Ballroom
Tickets Free
More info for Exploration Bazaar
Glossy white molecular-style structures sit on a beige plane, linked by glowing pink and yellow light filaments.
Tours & activities

Exploration Bazaar

Ignite your curiosity, play with new ideas or join a debate at an exploration of creative AI innovation
The Clore Ballroom
Tickets Free
More info for WordPlay: Ages 0 – 2
An audience of parents and babies watch a stage performance, with a mother holding her baby up in the foreground.
Family

WordPlay: Ages 0 – 2

Enjoy songs and live music for ages 0 – 2 and their grown-ups, within a playful, squishy space
The Clore Ballroom
Tickets Free
More info for WordPlay: Ages 3 – 5
A group of children raise their hands while following along with a performer on a brightly lit stage.
Family

WordPlay: Ages 3 – 5

Wriggle on down for live music and songs for ages 3 – 5 and their grown-ups, set in a playful space
The Clore Ballroom
Tickets Free
More info for Mix & Move: Jazz and Funk
Two older women joyfully dance together in the center of a crowded room illuminated by vibrant pink stage lights.
Courses & workshops

Mix & Move: Jazz and Funk

Join Grounded Movement to dance your way through the worlds of jazz and funk
The Clore Ballroom
Tickets Free
More info for Duckie: Why Do Benders Love Divas?
A high-contrast pink stencil illustration of a singer on a black background, performing with arms spread wide.
Performance & dance

Duckie: Why Do Benders Love Divas?

David Hoyle, David McAlmont and Rupert Smith chat about the fierce queer connection to women icons
The Clore Ballroom
Tickets Free
More info for THIS IS MY LIFE: Duckie Salutes Shirley Bassey
Silhouette of a singer with arms raised, composed of shimmering gold sequins against a solid black background.
Performance & dance

THIS IS MY LIFE: Duckie Salutes Shirley Bassey

Drag, singalongs, musical chairs, boogie bingo and boas await at this dance club and variety show
The Clore Ballroom
More info for Creative Encounters: 2B or not 2B's Life Drawing
A group of seven people recreate Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper in front of a large reproduction of the painting.
Courses & workshops

Creative Encounters: 2B or not 2B's Life Drawing

Capture the form, movement and language of the body at a welcoming drawing session
The Clore Ballroom
Tickets Free
More info for Steve Reich at 90: Music for 18 Musicians
Paraorchestra performing surrounded by audience
Classical music

Steve Reich at 90: Music for 18 Musicians

Explore the soundscapes of a minimalist masterpiece in an immersive performance with Paraorchestra
The Clore Ballroom
Multi-buy
More info for Simmer Down
Two women dancing together
Gigs

Simmer Down

Get ready to feel the reggae rhythm at this free monthly meet-up and daytime dance
The Clore Ballroom
Tickets Free
More info for Relaxed Sessions: Acrobalance with Mimbre
A crowd of people outside watching acrobats perform on a street
Family

Relaxed Sessions: Acrobalance with Mimbre

Unlock your acroskills at an inclusive workshop with Mimbre’s professional acrobats
The Clore Ballroom
Tickets Free

For your visit

The Clore Ballroom Southbank Centre

The Clore Ballroom is open six days a week.

Tuesday, 10am – 6pm*
Wednesday – Sunday, 10am – 11pm
Monday, closed.

*If we’re hosting a performance, the building will stay open until the event ends.

While you’re with us