Brooklyn’s Best Loft Spaces and Industrial Venues
Malleable spaces, clean lines, and ample room to modify and make your event unique is what lofts and industrial spaces are all about. With a large number of defunct and retired factories and warehouses, Brooklyn and its unique history have paved the way for the borough to become event central, and we love it. Check out some of our favorite vintage, yet modern, event and wedding venues nestled into Brooklyn’s leafy streets.
J Loft
J Loft is an all-white canvas just waiting to host your epic event. With white walls, sleek marble floors, and an unassuming elegance, J Loft is a chic Brooklyn venue perfect for any celebration. From blowout corporate events to intimate sweet 16 parties, this space has the capacity – and the charm – to do it all. As a special touch we love, the team at J Loft can help you customize your special event with a wide array of unique lighting and décor options.
Capacity: (Seated) 180 – (Standing) 300
Dobbin St.
This historic Brooklyn factory has been given new life as a high-end Danish minimalist loft. Dobbin St. features polished concrete floors, 22-foot ceilings, and towering graphic blush walls that coordinate with any theme. Luxe extras include a state-of-the-art surround sound system, two rolling white oak bars with zinc tops, and restrooms decorated with Mexican and Moroccan tiles. Additional spaces offer flexibility — with an upstairs bridal suite and VIP lounge, a picture-perfect intimate terrace, and a roof deck that boasts its own entrance as well as a stunning view.
Main Floor Capacity: (Seated) 275 – (Standing) 400
Deity Event Space
When you book a private event at Deity Events, you can take advantage of three stunning floors of rustic glamour. Beautiful red brick lines the interior, while a gorgeous tree will tower above your guests through all three floors, adding an interesting earthy element to the space. Massive floor-to-ceiling windows fill the space with light during the day and add a romantic intimacy to evening events.
Capacity: (Seated) 160 – (Standing) 300
Irondale
What was once a Sunday school is now Irondale, a dramatic venue that brings us back to old-school Brooklyn. A state-of-the-art sound system and gorgeous lighting help modernize the traditional venue, and the wrap-around balcony and arched windows will bring an elegance to any event.
Capacity: Seated 200
Bat Haus
White cinderblock walls surround well-loved cement floors and beautiful wooden tables that span the length of the gorgeous Bat Haus. Fairy lights are strung throughout the ceiling of the venue, making it truly ideal for a romantic wedding or fun evening celebration. The versatile event space also includes a 500 square foot outdoor area.
Capacity: Max 100
Roulette
Located in the heart of downtown Brooklyn, Roulette’s beautiful private event space is actually a 1928 art deco theater. The space is simple yet stunning, one that can be easily transformed for any type of event, including galas, fashion shows, and weddings. If you are looking for a flexible space to make your dream event a reality, this is your Brooklyn spot.
Capacity: Max 400
Image
The clean lines of this contemporary art gallery will bring beautiful sophistication to any event. IMAGE is dedicated to enriching the culture of the city and the events it hosts. The art lining the walls is a built-in centerpiece for your celebration, while the sleek black floors perfectly contrast with the white walls. We are absolutely obsessed with this chic event space.
Capacity: (Max indoor) 70 – (Max outdoor) 120
Smack Mellon Gallery
When you host your celebration at a gallery named Smack Mellon, you know your guests are in for a good time. This massive 6,000 square foot gallery with 35-foot ceilings and 25 stacked windows has that warehouse feel you expect from a luxury Brooklyn venue. We love the thick industrial columns, and the ceiling beams add depth to the lofty space. An added bonus: the gorgeous windows have a perfect view of the New York City skyline.
Capacity: Max 200
26 Bridge
26 Bridge is an old metal factory in the heart of Brooklyn. It’s ultra-industrial vibe perfectly highlights its past, with dark intricate ceiling beams and original brick walls still lining the beautifully-remodeled interior. Your party guests will enter through massive wooden doors, which set the tone for your sure-to-be-incredible celebration.
Capacity: (Seated) 250 – (Standing) 375
Loft172
This well-loved private event space is as authentic as Brooklyn warehouses come, with exposed brick, industrial ceiling beams, and striking dark-wood doors. All of these industrial elements beautifully contrast with the polished black floors and twinkling fairy lights strung from the ceiling. Loft172 encourages creativity and flexibility, so you can truly bring your event vision to life.
Capacity: (Seated) 100 – (Standing) 140
Ten Ton Studio
The minimalist décor and clean lines make Ten Ton Studio the perfect venue for a chic celebration in Brooklyn. Natural light floods the event space thanks to beautiful windows, making the white interior feel happy and bright. One of our favorite parts of this venue is the industrial rooftop, which displays a perfect view of Brooklyn and the New York City skyline. We like to imagine Ten Ton Studio hosting gorgeous outdoor events, like a sunset wedding reception or cocktail hour with a sunset view.
Capacity: Max 80
BKLYN STUDIOS
This massive Brooklyn venue is ready to host your biggest and most extravagant event. With a capacity of over 700 and over 13,000 square feet of event space, BKLYN STUDIOS is perfect for large-scale weddings, Bar or Bat Mitzvahs, and corporate bashes. Light concrete floors create an sense of openness, and the white columns and bright light fixtures complement any event design
Capacity: (Seated) 450 – (Standing) 700
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