RSC Summer Celebration 2026 – celebrating the impact of chemistry
We are delighted to welcome guests to the ÍâÍøÌìÌÃ's Summer Celebration, which will take place at the Royal Academy of Arts on Monday 20 July 2026.
The RSC Summer Celebration recognises our commitment to advancing the frontiers of science, creating opportunity, driving sustainability, with everyone included. Join us in celebration of the far-reaching influence and shared achievements of our chemical sciences community. Â
The Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition is the world’s largest open submission exhibition of contemporary art, showcasing over 1,000 works by emerging and established artists in all styles and media.Â
Entertainment and a selection of food and drinks will be provided throughout the evening.Â
The Summer Celebration begins at 7.30pm. Final drinks will be served at 9.30pm before guests depart at 10pm.
Please note that in accordance with Royal Academy of Arts' of regulations, red wine will not be available in the galleries.
The dress code is black tie optional. For the avoidance of doubt, we expect most guests to be wearing black tie, suits, long dresses, or cocktail dresses.
Useful links
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If you have received an invitation that you would like to accept, please click here
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If you would like to purchase tickets, please click here
Event details
Invited guests – accept your invitation online
If you have received a personal invitation to the Summer Celebration and wish to accept online please use the 'RSVP' link on this page.
Purchase tickets
Tickets are available to purchase by debit or credit card (please use the 'book now' link on this page). You will be given the option to buy tickets for guests during the online booking process.
If you are an RSC Member you can purchase up to 4 tickets for you and your guests at the member rate (the 4 tickets include your own ticket).
Tickets are charged at £90 each including VAT.
Deadlines
Royal Academy of Arts
Royal Academy of Arts, Burlington House, Piccadilly, London, W1J 0BD, UK