Top Boston Cocktail Party Venues

• Spaces for 8-400 Guests
• 6 Hotels
• 6 Ballrooms
• 2 Event Spaces

Located across the street from Natick Mall's luxury shops, easy to reach from Downtown Boston and Logan Airport and, within 5 miles of both, Framingham State University and Wellesley College. Design inspired by four decades of 20th Century American pop culture with a lively atmosphere found all throughout the hotel and carries over, and compliments, the ambiance of the on Property restaurants, Violet Thorn and The Pantry. Violet Thorn is a trendy lounge that serves meals, small plates, and handcrafted cocktails. While at The Pantry, serves breakfast and lunch. With a number of event rooms that house anywhere from 24-250 people, The VERVE Hotel, Tapestry Collection, By Hilton, is ideal for corporate events, weddings, Bar & Bat Mitzvahs, as well as smaller gatherings such as bridal/baby showers and birthday/anniversary celebrations. There is an on-site A/V provider, as well as an events specialist ready to assist with any concerns. Our packages offer a variety of accommodations and, our on site, Event Specialist is ready to work with you, assisting you with your event needs.

• Spaces for 12-350 Guests
• 6 Restaurants
• 3 Event Spaces
• 2 Meeting Spaces

A Luxury Four Diamond New Hampshire Lodging Experience, Top New England Wedding Venue & Award-winning Dining Destination. The Bedford Village Inn sets the stage for truly extraordinary weddings here in the heart of New England. Our 10-acre New Hampshire estate is impeccably landscaped, with wisteria-lined walkways and elegant fountains; choose from a range of splendid indoor and outdoor wedding venues, guaranteed to provide the perfect setting for your very special occasion. Our unparalleled service paired with the BVI’s undeniably breathtaking property and grounds will ensure an unforgettable experience for you and all of your honored guests. Travel just 10 miles from Manchester-Boston Regional Airport – and find yourself in a different world, one in which the beauty of nature blends seamlessly with sophisticated New England style. Our Bedford, NH, Resort Complex was once the site of a working farm, built-in 1810. A multi-million dollar restoration has transformed the farm into our Nationally acclaimed luxury Inn, Boutique Hotel & Restaurant. Our 64 gorgeously designed suites retain the rustic charm of days gone by while simultaneously offering every modern comfort. Weddings, Social Events & Corporate Events here at the Bedford Village Inn are memorable occasions, thanks to our versatile, striking indoor and outdoor venues – along with our expert planning services and award-winning cuisine.

• Spaces for 100-150 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Everwood Day Camp offers an expansive and scenic venue for hosting memorable events. The camp’s lush outdoor spaces, combined with a range of recreational activities, create an ideal backdrop for corporate events, family gatherings, and celebrations. Facilities include a spacious dining hall, athletic fields, and waterfront areas, accommodating a variety of occasions. Whether you’re planning a small, intimate affair or a larger event, Everwood provides personalized support to tailor your experience. Our team ensures every detail is managed so that guests enjoy a seamless and fun-filled event! *WE ARE UNABLE TO DO EVENTS IN THE MONTHS OF JUNE, JULY, OR AUGUST* *NO ALCOHOL ALLOWED ON PREMISES*

• Spaces for 75-100 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 2 Event Spaces
• 2 Total Spaces

Soirée District is a modern business lounge and flexible workspace designed for entrepreneurs, freelancers, startups, and professionals seeking a productive environment to work, collaborate, and grow. Our membership options accommodate a variety of needs, offering everything from part-time access to dedicated full-time workspaces. Members and renters enjoy premium amenities, including high-speed Wi-Fi, conference rooms, private meeting spaces, and access to our versatile lounge area. Beyond coworking, Soirée District transforms into a dynamic venue for business, networking, and social experiences. Our space is ideal for hosting: • Corporate Training Sessions • Shareholder & Board Retreats • Client and Customer Appreciation Events • Brand Activations • Partnership & Co-Marketing Events • Product, Book, and Music Launches • Mini Expos, Trade Shows, and Seminars • Symposiums and Industry Forums • Campaign and Community Events • Fundraisers and Charity Galas • Hackathons and Innovation Challenges • Award Ceremonies and Milestone Celebrations • Corporate and Social Networking Mixers • Private Dinners and Curated Experiences • Comedy Shows and Live Entertainment • "Dinner with Strangers" Events • Watch Clubs and Viewing Parties • Social Experiential Activities Whether you're looking for a professional workspace, a venue for your next event, or a place to connect with like-minded professionals, Soirée District provides a sophisticated and flexible setting designed to inspire productivity, collaboration, and meaningful experiences.

• Spaces for 150-250 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 4 Total Spaces

Celebrate the wedding of your dreams, host a seamlessly planned meeting, or gather family and friends for a memorable special occasion in the Patriot Ballroom, the Revolution Ballroom, and the flexible event spaces at Renaissance Boston Patriot Place Hotel. Encompassing over 10,000 square feet, these beautiful venues showcase a modern design and imaginative details to enchant the senses and leave your guests inspired. The Patriot Ballroom offers a contemporary, sophisticated venue for events of up to 180 guests, while the equally stylish Revolution Ballroom can accommodate gatherings of up to 150. Outdoor events on our Terrace provide sweeping views of adjacent Gillette Stadium, home to the six-time Super Bowl champion New England Patriots. It is truly a vantage point unlike any in the Boston area. Welcome your guests to Foxborough’s upscale Patriot Place shopping, dining, and entertainment destination. You bring the guests, and we’ll take care of the rest to ensure a memorable event.

• Spaces for 165-500 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

Strikingly modern flair meets natural beauty with all-white decor, dramatic windows and picturesque water views. Ample space for dancing is showcased by cathedral ceilings with contemporary crystal chandeliers and sleek, polished flooring. Flowing white curtains lead to a separate cocktail area, featuring white leather lounge furniture. The private deck and terrace area overlook the lake, set amidst towering pines. Say “I do” in a beautiful outdoor quintessential New England setting or beneath soaring majestic ceilings against a backdrop of magnificent windows with serene woodland views. Meticulous attention to detail, full service planning and flawless service complement the cutting edge cuisine prepared by our culinary team, will have your guests raving for years to come. We are excited to pair the new Lakeview Pavilion with our dedication to ensuring every event is as romantic and spectacular as you can imagine!

• Spaces for 220-300 Guests

Turner Hill is the perfect location to celebrate one of the most cherished days of your life. Nestled on 300 acres of rolling hills, the estate’s original Elizabethan Mansion and surrounding gardens are sure to enhance your wedding day with refined elegance, splendor, and sophistication for an unforgettable experience. Completed in 1903, the mansion boasts hand-molded plaster ceilings, vivid wall friezes, gleaming oak hardwood floors and hand-carved paneling, doors and stairways.

• Spaces for 140-300 Guests
• 2 Barns
• 2 Farms

Set along Narragansett Bay in Bristol, Rhode Island, Mount Hope Farm offers a scenic waterfront setting for weddings, meetings, and social events. The historic property features expansive lawns, coastal views, restored barns, and charming indoor gathering spaces that blend rustic character with timeless New England elegance. Surrounded by gardens and open landscapes, the venue accommodates both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations, creating a relaxed yet refined atmosphere for memorable events by the water.

• Spaces for 175-200 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Event Spaces
• 2 Total Spaces

Set along the pristine shores of Mattapoisett Harbor, Shining Tides is one of the premier waterfront wedding venues in Massachusetts, blending timeless elegance with natural beauty. Whether you're planning a romantic coastal wedding, corporate retreat, or intimate celebration, this venue offers an unforgettable setting. With panoramic water views and manicured gardens, Shining Tides is the perfect spot for creating lifelong memories. Upon entering, guests are welcomed by a charming porch, offering breathtaking views of the water, perfect for cocktail hours or pre-event gatherings. The venue’s versatile event spaces seamlessly transition from outdoor ceremonies to elegant receptions. Whether you envision a large wedding or intimate affair, Shining Tides can accommodate your vision, providing a memorable New England experience. With expert catering and event planning by Russell Morin Catering & Events, every detail is flawlessly executed, ensuring a seamless event from start to finish. Let Shining Tides make your dream event a reality.

• Spaces for 350-19,900 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Event Spaces

Featuring outdoor setting and soaring views, Xfinity Center is the perfect location for your next conference, corporate event, fundraiser, private concert or graduation. With access to the world’s greatest musical entertainment, state-of-the-art lighting and sound, custom menus and mixology, our talented staff handles every detail, so you don’t have to. Accommodating up to 19,900 guests, this unique venue will exceed expectations. Featuring flexible event space, Xfinity Center features an open-air amphitheater and lawn, making this venue the perfect atmosphere that celebrates extraordinary hospitality and service.

• Spaces for 35-500 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 2 Event Spaces

The Cut Live is one of Cape Ann’s most unique event spaces - a stylish blend of industrial charm and modern luxury, perfect for weddings, milestone birthdays, corporate events, fundraisers, and every celebration in between. With tin ceilings, exposed brick, hardwood floors, and bold architectural details, the venue offers an elevated yet edgy atmosphere that instantly sets the stage for a memorable experience. A massive professional stage anchors the room, supported by state-of-the-art sound and lighting that can shift from romantic ceremony glow to spotlight on a corporate speaker to high-energy party mode in seconds. Whether you’re hosting a live band, DJ, speeches, or special performances, the production quality at The Cut brings every moment to life. Two beautifully designed bridal/event suites give hosts and VIP guests space to get ready or relax, complete with custom tiled showers, private restrooms, professional makeup mirrors, and live video streaming so you never miss a moment happening in the main room. An elevator leads directly backstage, making grand entrances effortless and dramatic. With its flexible layout, signature stage, stylish details, and fully customizable setup, The Cut Live works for any style of celebration — classic, modern, boho, eclectic, corporate, or high-energy nightlife vibes. It’s a venue built for people who want their event to feel unforgettable and is known to resonate as one of the best nights ever to those in the know. If you’re looking for a space that’s stunning, versatile, and full of personality, The Cut Live delivers an experience your guests will talk about long after the event ends.

• Spaces for 120-200 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Museum
• 1 space at this venue

Located in the heart of the picturesque seaside village of Rockport, Massachusetts, the Art Association is the perfect setting for your wedding ceremony and/or reception. The award-winning fine art on display that surrounds your guests creates a unique and elegant backdrop for your special day! Many hotels, inns, and bed & breakfasts are conveniently located within walking distance of the Rockport Art Association & Museum for guest accommodations. With all of the activities and lodging available right in town, many couples choose to make their wedding a weekend-long celebration for their guests. The Martha Moore Room serves as an intimate suite for the Wedding Party. Charm your guests with a grand entrance down the stairway that connects to the Cirino Interlude and enjoy the elegant courtyard space for an intimate officiation! The Maddocks Gallery is often used for ceremonies and houses our baby grand piano. The Hibbard Gallery serves as the main reception area, accommodating up to 125 guests for a traditional sit-down dinner with space for a band or DJ, and plenty of dancing!

• Spaces for 80-200 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 4 Total Spaces

Originally designed by world-famous architect John Russel Pope and based on the French Petit Trianon at Versailles, Glen Manor was quite unique to the area. The landscaping was designed by the Olmsted Brothers — sons of Frederick Law Olmsted. Glen Manor was built as a summer retreat for the Taylor family, whose family wealth came from banking, railroads, mining, steel, and coal. The home was completed in 1923 and lived in by a member of the Taylor family until 1959. Glen Manor House is the perfect historic setting for a romantic, dreamlike wedding or important occasion. Nestled on the banks of the Sakonnet River amidst beautifully tended gardens, Glen Manor House is the ideal place to create an event your guests will never forget. From the old-world charm of the beautifully detailed rooms to the manicured formal gardens, sweeping waterfront lawns, and architecturally stunning patios, Glen Manor offers many charming and breathtaking locations for staging your event and for magical photos to treasure. Add your creative touch to Glen Manor’s elegance to make it your own. We care about your experience so much that we only schedule one event per day. Choose any five-hour period within your selected date. The entire day is yours. Russell Morin Catering & Events, our exclusive caterer for Glen Manor House will ensure that every last detail of your experience is a memorable culinary delight. At Glen Manor, we are committed to ensuring that you have a beautiful, stress-free event. Our customers rave about their experience with our professional and responsive support. You can expect a smooth, seamless process for you and your planner from start to finish. Our exclusive catering partner, Russell Morin Catering & Events doesn't just cater food, but experiences and is inspired by the small things. The little details that come together to make a big, lasting impression. From the just-right balance of seasonal flavors, to the perfect place setting, and all the nuances that will set the perfect tone. Russell Morin Catering & Events is a team of experts that is knowledgeable in all aspects of planning and execution to deliver a truly memorable full-service experience.

• Spaces for 100-120 Guests

Founded in 1989 in Grafton, Massachusetts, Apple Tree Arts began as The Apple Tree, offering two early-childhood music classes for parents and toddlers taught by Donna Blanchard in a historic church on Grafton Common. It was built on the belief that music and the arts enrich and expand the human experience. Over time, that small beginning became a vibrant nonprofit community school for the arts serving people of all ages across south central Worcester County. Apple Tree Arts’ Great Hall is a bright, easy-to-host venue located in Grafton, MA in the heart of Central Massachusetts, inside the historic Town Hall building at One Grafton Common. With 40-foot ceilings, a beautiful foyer staircase for photos, and an open layout that can be styled for everything from elegant celebrations to professional events, the Great Hall is ideal for private parties, performances, workshops, meetings, and community gatherings. With full kitchen access, included tables and chairs, built-in AV features, and full ADA accessibility, hosting your event is simple and stress-free. Included spaces: - The Great Hall - Coatroom - Foyer staircase (perfect for photos) - Full kitchen access for you, your caterer, and/or bartender Accessibility and Comfort: - Fully ADA accessible facility - Elevator access to rental space - ADA compliant men’s and women’s restrooms with multiple stalls - Adjustable heating and cooling Tables, Chairs and Linens Include: - (10) 5′ round tables - (13) 30″ round tables with adjustable bases (low or high) - (6) 6′ rectangle tables - 150 comfortable chairs (slightly larger than standard folding rental chairs) - Black table linens Included Amenities: - Free Wi-Fi - Bluetooth speaker system - Projector and full drop-down screen - Microphone - Trash and recycling onsite You may bring your own food if your event is a private party. Availability: - Weekdays (Monday to Friday): 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM - Weekends (Saturday and Sunday): 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM

• Spaces for 30-60 Guests
• 2 Bars
• 2 Event Spaces
• 2 Total Spaces

New England's first dog friendly bar! Whether you are a dog parent, a dog uncle, or a dog enthusiast, all are welcome at Park-9. Gone are the days where dogs (and their humans) are relegated to the small patio in the parking lot. We’ve combined the best of two classics: The Bar and The Dog Park. Park-9 is a great options for a variety of events, both big and small. There are a variety of rental spaces that can fit up to 300 guests total. In addition, our facility is completely dog-friendly, giving your event a unique twist, but don't worry, dogs are not required! Our space has both indoor and outdoor areas as well as two bars with extensive, premium drink packages.

• Spaces for 49-200 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Event Spaces

The Westbrook Inn is an historic, four-season blank canvas venue for the ultimate wedding weekend. Westbrook is conveniently located in the heart of New England only 40 minutes north of Boston. Set on an historic farm that was settled in 1719, Westbrook blends New England charm with modern elegance and every detail has been carefully crafted to elevate your wedding experience. This dream venue harnesses a signature style that is timeless. Each feature of Westbrook is custom designed to offer the essential elements of memorable entertainment and make your experience seamless. Westbrook’s blank canvas approach offers couples the rare flexibility to hand-pick vendors and bring to life their dream wedding. Luxury overnight accommodations ensure a tranquil getaway for family and friends. Westbrook is one of the most historic sites in America and has been a gathering place since it was settled as Nutfield in 1719. The first white potato in North America was planted in Westbrook’s rich soils and the land was originally known as the Common Field where the Nutfield settlers gathered and harvested community crops. In the 1720s, the Gregg family built a center chimney colonial that stands today as the oldest home in Derry, New Hampshire. Colonel William Gregg was widely known for high-touch hospitality and hosting overnight travelers at the home. Conveniently located within 1 hour driving distance to some of New England's most desirable attractions. Planning a day trip or organizing guest travel logistics during your weekend retreat? Our central location makes it easy for you to enjoy your weekend wedding.

We are the spot to come to if you are searching for real Italian food served in big servings. We have a comprehensive menu filled with tasty Italian cuisine, as well as delectable pizzas made in the Italian way. No of the scale of your gathering, Avellino's has a catering menu that will perfectly meet your requirements and fall inside your price range. With Avellino's Buffet King, you may attend your own party as a guest of honor. For a very reasonable price, we will bring you copious amounts of food, set it up, and then leave you to enjoy your time off. No matter how many people you have coming, our trays can accommodate them all. Make sure you get a taste of our calzones and Sicilian pizzas, which are guaranteed to be a favorite at every event you attend. The Family Pak is ideal for hosting smaller events and can easily accommodate between 8 and 10 of your guests. If you choose, you can round off your meal with a sweet course. Included are happy smiles. These packages are a fantastic choice for your upcoming business event or if you simply want to "wow" your guests with something unique – either way, you won't be disappointed!

• Spaces for 40-10,000 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Event Spaces
• 4 Total Spaces

We invite you and your friends, families, and colleagues to host your special event at Polar Park, home of the Worcester Red Sox. Whether it’s a meeting for 10 people, a wedding for 200, or a festival for 10,000 people, we’re able to make your big day extra special right here in the Heart of the Commonwealth.

• Spaces for 200-650 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Tent

AC Hotel Worcester offers event spaces for your next celebration in Worcester, Massachusetts.

• Spaces for 50-150 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 2 Country Clubs

It is the perfect country setting for weddings and other events to be held at the Barn at Blackstone National. In addition to overlooking breathtaking Blackstone Valley vistas, the barn's modern post and beam structure, which was meant to compliment the agricultural tradition of the hamlet of Sutton, provides a beautiful backdrop for wedding photos. In addition to being a year-round venue that is heated and air-conditioned for your comfort, the Barn at Blackstone National is an excellent choice for a formal wedding or celebration or a more relaxed event. Wedding packages include the use of a private suite for the day of the wedding, staff to ensure that your celebration is tailored to your needs, a dedicated day of wedding coordinator to attend to the bridal party, a choice of buffet or plated meals, and a cocktail hour on the patio during the warmer months of the year. A short drive from the Mass Pike (Route 90), as well as Routes 16, 146, 290, and 395, the Barn at Blackstone National Golf Club is located in the center of the Blackstone Valley and is easily accessible. Make it your own by including your own personal touches. Add hosted beverage options or late-night munchies to your party to make it more personal. LIMITED 2024 DATES AVAILABLE, BOOKING 2025, TOURING 2026