When the Royal Couple hosts an evening party for arts and culture in February, they continue a tradition that began in 1976, when HM Queen Margrethe and Prince Henrik first hosted an evening party for guests representing arts and culture. At that time, the party was held under the name ‘Arts et Lettres’ (arts and words).

Parties where the invitees were employed in the arts and culture have threads going back to the time of Christian VIII (1786-1848), when the king, based on his great interest in arts, culture and science, invited people to parties at the palace.

Throughout history, the Royal House has had a tradition of inviting various actors in society to parties at the palace. At the evening parties, guests are invited to dinner and entertainment in the Great Hall at Christiansborg Palace.