The Macmillan Ball is a star-studded night featuring a champagne reception, black-tie dinner and of course the legendary after party.
Kicking off with a sparkling reception at 7pm, guests will get into the party mood sipping Champagne and enjoying stunning musical performances.
The three-course black tie dinner showcases fine-dining at its best and unlimited wine, beer and spirits in the company of our celebrity host.
Live and silent auctions offer the opportunity to win exclusive prizes before guests dance the night away with unforgettable entertainment.
Join us in November 2025 for an evening of delicious food, drinks, wonderful entertainment and fabulous fundraising, all in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.
Table packages start from £5,500. Limited individual tickets available.
The Macmillan Ball 2024 highlights video
At the Macmillan Ball 2024, we raised a record-breaking £518,000 to help people living with cancer. Watch the video below for the highlights.
Sponsor the Macmillan Ball
Sponsoring the Macmillan Ball provides a unique opportunity to be part of the flagship event in the Macmillan calendar. Attended by our closest partners and donors, the Macmillan Ball offers you to chance to raise your profile amongst an audience of influential supporters and showcase your partnership with Macmillan throughout the evening, as well as pre and post event.
If you are interested in finding out more about our sponsorship opportunities for the Macmillan Ball, please email themacmillanball@macmillan.org.uk
Frequently asked questions
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How do I get to the venue?
The event is held at the V&A Museum, Cromwell Road, London, SW7 2RL.
Underground:
The closest Tube station to the V&A is South Kensington station. It is served by the District, Circle, and Piccadilly lines. From South Kensington station, the museum is just a 5 minutes walk. Follow the underground pedestrian tunnel directly from the station to the museum entrance.Bus:
Several bus routes stop near the V&A. The most convenient routes include:
Routes 14, 74, 414: These buses stop on Cromwell Road, right outside the museum.
Routes C1, 430: These buses stop on Exhibition Road, a short walk from the museum.
Taxi:
Taxis can drop you off directly at the main entrance of the V&A Museum, located on Cromwell Road. There is a designated drop-off area.
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Is the event accessibleThe V&A is wheelchair accessible. The main entrance on Cromwell Road has ramped access, and all public areas of the museum are accessible by lifts or ramps. If you have any specific accessibility requirements, please let us know by emailing themacmillanball@macmillan.org.uk so we can ensure that your needs are accommodated.
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How do I support with a prize donation?
We’re grateful to people who can support the event by contributing a prize. Please let us know how you can help by emailing the High Value Events team at themacmillanball@macmillan.org.uk
Every prize that is donated will be recognised and thanked in the official Macmillan Ball programme.
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