Top Boston Cocktail Party Venues

• Spaces for 24-200 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 3 Bars
• 3 Total Spaces

Sonsie has been serving top-notch international cuisine on Boston's famous Newbury Street for over twenty-five years. Sonsie, which is open seven days a week, has lovely French doors that open to a sidewalk cafe in the summer, as well as a European lounge with deep leather chairs and sofas. The mahogany bar, staffed by an experienced group of friendly bartenders, serves the best martinis in town, and the brick oven cranks out eclectic pizzas all day. It's easy to unwind at Sonsie and listen to the classic music that reflects the restaurant's ambiance as the day turns to night. We have a variety of options for private, corporate, and social events such as birthday parties, rehearsal dinners, baby showers, anniversaries, and other special occasions. Take a look at our lovely Private Wine Room and start planning! Chef Kyle Wallace was born and raised in Chester, New Hampshire, a small town just south of Manchester. Chef attended a boarding school in Vermont and developed a new appreciation for slow foods and farm to table cooking. He later returned to Vermont to attend the New England Culinary Institute's Culinary School. Chef Kyle finished his internship at Cambridge's Harvest. After that, he moved to Maine and worked for a short time at Natalie's Relais Chateaux Property before returning to Boston. Chef moved around a while before settling down at Jody Adams' Porto in the back, where he rose through the ranks to Executive Sous Chef. Chef Kyle was later elevated to Chef De Cuisine and transferred to Jody's flagship restaurant TRADE in the Financial District, where he remained until the Pandemic struck.

• Spaces for 30-70 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Bar

Sugar Factory Boston brings its world-famous sweets, over-the-top eats, and celebrity-favorite goblets to the city's lively dining scene. Guests can enjoy our legendary smoking candy goblets, decadent milkshakes piled high with treats, and a full menu of American classics served in a fun, Instagram-worthy atmosphere. Our signature goblets—bubbling, colorful cocktails loaded with candy—have become an icon across the country, enjoyed by stars and visitors alike. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, Sugar Factory Boston delivers an unforgettable experience where every sip and bite feels like a celebration. We love to celebrate at Sugar Factory Boston! Offering semiprivate, private and full location buy out options. Our signature Pink Room features it's own bar and private dining. We look forward to creating your event with you!

• Spaces for 650-800 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Our modern industrial space offers an expansive 8,000 sq ft open-concept layout, ideal for creating memorable, impactful events. Located in the heart of the city, this versatile venue provides a blank canvas that can be tailored to suit a wide range of events, from corporate gatherings and product launches to creative productions and private celebrations. The open layout, featuring exposed brick, high ceilings, and polished concrete floors, delivers a sleek, industrial vibe that elevates any occasion. To meet your specific needs, AV equipment and furniture rentals are available upon request, allowing you to customize the space for presentations, workshops, or performances. Our professional on-site team is dedicated to assisting you with setup and technical support, ensuring everything runs smoothly on the day of your event. We also prioritize cleanliness, with our professional cleaning crew preparing the space thoroughly before each event to create a pristine, inviting environment. This modern industrial setting offers both flexibility and style, making it the perfect backdrop for events that aim to impress and inspire.

• Spaces for 16-180 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

Through our warm and attentive hospitality, combined with our award-winning BBQ, we create a comfortable space for our guests to create fond memories with their friends and family. Our American BBQ is a unique style honoring Andy’s 20+ years of BBQ competition and is enhanced by our unparalleled whiskey program boasting New England’s largest American whiskey collection. Our goal is for each guest to feel at home with us and leave looking forward to their next Smoke Shop experience. We have locations in Cambridge (Kendall Square and Harvard Square), Boston (Fort Point/Seaport, TD Garden/Hub Hall, and East Boston) and Somerville, MA (Assembly Row).

• Spaces for 430-700 Guests

Discover Harvard’s bold and architecturally striking venue located within the emerging Enterprise Research Campus in Allston. Designed by Studio Gang, this modern mass timber facility offers an elevated setting for impactful gatherings of all kinds, from leadership programs and academic convenings to team retreats, social events, and celebrations. A Space Designed to Inspire: With warm natural wood, abundant daylight, and sweeping views of the Harvard Business School, Harvard Stadium, the Enterprise Research Campus, and the Boston skyline, the Treehouse was purpose-built to spark collaboration and connection. Perfect for: Conferences and summits Corporate off-sites and board meetings Academic lectures Social receptions and celebrations Intimate retreats or large-scale multi-day events

• Spaces for 32-800 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Winery
• 1 Event Space

Host your next gathering in the heart of Urban Wine Country! City Winery is the ideal destination for your next private dining event, with a variety of event spaces, gourmet masterpieces, award-winning wine, amazing live music capabilities, and a prominent location in Boston. Our event spaces may be customized to meet the demands of each individual customer; whether you're planning an intimate seated dinner, an elegant wedding reception, a business outing, or a wine tasting, City Winery has the appropriate place for you. It is our goal to present each and every one of our guests with a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Enjoy unique access to City Winery's entire property, including the Barrel Room Restaurant & Wine Bar, Main Venue, Haymarket Lounge, and Gallery with a full venue buyout. Our largest individual area combines the rustic allure of wine country with modern comforts, such as a top-of-the-line Meyer sound system, Ketra lighting system, complete bar, and a full-size stage that can accommodate top musical acts and DJs. Your event staff will create a flexible floor plan that will exactly fit your needs. Exposed brick and a view into our active winery can be found in the Dining Room. The room includes a lovely, fully equipped bar as well as a rotating selection of housemade wines on tap. Our cozy Cellar Room, which looks out over our maturing oak barrels, is ideal for a private dinner group. The Art Gallery's bright, open space is ideal for cocktail events or as a lovely welcome station leading into the surrounding rooms. Our top-of-the-line Meyer sound system, Ketra lighting system, full private bar, and a stage to host musical acts and conference speakers are just a few of the modern facilities available in the Haymarket Lounge. Your event staff will create a flexible floor plan that will exactly fit your needs. The Tasting Area is a beautiful private dining room surrounded by oak wine barrels, perfect for social and corporate parties, wine tastings, and multi-course meals. Finally, The Greenway is an urban sanctuary conveniently located near Dewey Square, one of downtown Boston's most gorgeous areas. The wine garden is a welcoming and enjoyable place for everyone to congregate, play, and unwind. For semi-private events and celebrations, our gorgeous outside wine garden space can be leased.

About AC Hotel Boston Cambridge Experience Modern Comfort at Our Hotel in Cambridge, MA For those seeking an outstanding Cambridge hotel in Cambridge, MA, the AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge offers a distinctive experience. Nestled in Discovery Park—a hub for companies like Forrester Research, Simcere Innovation, Senda Biosciences, LifeMine, Genocea Biosciences, and Fog Pharmaceuticals. Conveniently located just minutes from prestigious institutions such as Harvard, Tufts, and MIT; and an ideal base for catching a game or event at Fenway Park or TD Garden. Seamless travel throughout Boston and Cambridge is assured, with the Alewife T Station only a 10-minute walk, connecting you to Harvard Square, Kendall Square, and more. Unwind in a sleek and modern atmosphere with elevated amenities like versatile workspaces, complimentary Wi-Fi, and streaming TVs. Maintain your routine in our fitness facility or rejuvenate in our heated indoor pool. Discover unique breakfast options at AC Kitchen, savor tapas and craft cocktails at AC Lounge, or unwind on our outdoor courtyard terrace.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

Get Married Right Now We LOVE a good love story, and yours is one of our favorites. And, because every romance is different, we pride ourselves on adopting a particular approach and producing an exclusive scenario especially for you. We'll help you make your special day whatever you want it to be with our unique blend of elegance, classic architecture, and highly customized service. We attend to every detail, from bridal showers and engagement parties to rehearsal dinners and send-off brunches, and present you with service you will not only notice, but remember. Is your wedding being canceled or postponed because of the pandemic? Have you decided that 2021 is the year to tie the knot after spending the last several months secluded with your partner? To begin with, were you aiming for a modest, private wedding? Whatever the case may be, we've got you covered! With our Micro Wedding package, you may say "I do" in our beautiful Dome Room with up to 60 of your closest friends and family without the hassle. Does everything sound ideal and stress-free? We concur! Simply contact one of our Wedding Specialists immediately to get all of the logistics of your Boston wedding taken care of! Your Function Is Shaped By Us With us, you won't have to choose between form and function. Don't be fooled by the lovely appearance of our magnificent area. Inside, you'll find everything you need to make your next social engagement or business event a success, including modern facilities and over 5,000 square feet of configurable function space. Every meeting and special occasion benefit from our particular style, which helps to inspire and fuel creativity. Our five distinct function rooms, dining area, and executive suite allow you to tailor your next event to your specific needs. Free wireless internet, cutting-edge audio/visual technologies, and a 24-hour business center are always available.

GBH Boston is America’s preeminent public media organization, the largest producer of PBS content for television and the Web and a major supplier of content for public radio and digital audio services... Boston’s public media powerhouse…and now a destination for extraordinary events.Our state-of-the art facility in Brighton, Massachusetts allows us to not only serve the public with the award-winning programs GBH has become known for, but to invite you in to a venue that brings the excitement and allure of media to your private party, fundraiser, or corporate event. Our spaces are the perfect locale and perfect backdrop for your dinners, cocktail receptions, parties, or presentations. Dramatic, dazzlingly different, and memorable are just a few of the words used to describe this new and notable landmark on the Boston skyline. And because every dollar of revenue from GBH's event rentals helps support our programs, services, and public media mission, you will be investing in Boston's cultural community.

• Spaces for 10-200 Guests
• 7 Restaurants

From intimate celebrations to large presentations and weddings, Grill 23 & Bar has all the space you need to plan your next event. A range of unique rooms and flexible floor plans are available to host you and your guests. The private dining team at Grill 23 is eager to help your event vision come to life. Grill 23 is an elegant venue for an intimate reception, rehearsal dinner, engagement party, bridal shower or bachelor/bachelorette dinner. Located in the beautiful Back Bay, the decor maintains original features to create a welcoming atmosphere. The chefs prepare a dazzling menu for your event and will help select wine pairings to go along with the delicious meal.

• Spaces for 20-850 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 5 Ballrooms
• 8 Total Spaces

With 479 guest rooms and an impressive 25,000 square feet of event space, Hyatt Regency Boston / Cambridge stands as the largest hotel in Cambridge, perfectly equipped to accommodate gatherings of any size. Our banquet facilities boast the essential features you desire for a successful conference, including breathtaking views of the Boston skyline and the Charles River, abundant natural light from expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, and options for outdoor meeting spaces. Your guests will appreciate our 24-hour fitness center, riverside restaurant, and complimentary shuttle service throughout Cambridge. Our award-winning venues create the perfect atmosphere for memorable events, supported by a dedicated team that consistently strives to exceed guest expectations. With innovative technology and seasonal culinary offerings, every meeting space can be tailored to your specific requirements. Weddings Choose to hold your ceremony in our private courtyard or the exquisite Riverside Pavilion, adorned with a draped ceiling and French doors. The Charles View Ballroom and Mount Auburn Ballroom feature floor-to-ceiling windows, providing a stunning backdrop for your special day.

• Spaces for 100-130 Guests

Mothership is a familiar neighborhood hang where you can gather with friends, co-workers or the place to go when you want to skip the cooking at home. Shareable appetizers for the table, healthy and allergen-friendly options, and a homestyle classics are what we are about. Full of good vibes, good food and and good people we have private and semi private spaces as well as the option to buyout the venue. We can Host a 20 person casual event in a warm and cozy corner of the restaurant or buyout the joint and get the party started with 200 of your closest friends, a dance floor and specialty crafted cocktails. A deck with comfy couches and a fire pit will just add to al the fun you will have at Mothership! PS - We have free parking!

• Spaces for 50-150 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

Jasper White's Summer Shack, Cambridge offers private function space that can seat up to 120 people. This restaurant can transform into whatever you would like - whether it is for a formal dinner, birthday party, or corporate event, they make your vision come true!

After a multi-year, complete hotel redesign, the Boston Marriott Copley Place stands tall in Boston’s Back Bay capturing the city’s rich history and modern style. A hotel whose size, resources, and most importantly, its people, are positioned at the heart of the Boston experience, creating epic travel moments and events for our guests. Set downtown within steps from the Green and Orange T lines, four miles from Logan International Airport, stay within reach of Boston’s best, including Copley Square, Fenway Park, and directly connected to over 200 premier restaurants and shops at the Prudential Center and Copley Place Mall. Allow the freshly-prepared catered meals prepared by our creative culinary team and served by a highly regarded and friendly banquet staff to exceed the expectations of your attendees. Plan future meetings and social affairs at our Back Bay, Boston, MA hotel in 70,000 square feet of versatile event space, enhanced by expert planners and one of the largest ballrooms in New England.

Big Night Live houses three independent yet fully integrable concepts under one roof. This makes Big Night Live the ultimate triple threat in event design. Each of our venues has a unique concept and design aesthetic that works great on its own. But combine two, or all three spaces together seamlessly, and you can create an epic event concept your guests have never experienced before.

• Spaces for 375 Guests

Cósmica is a South End neighborhood spot serving modern Mexican specialties, tacos, snacks and vacation cocktails that soothe the senses. Grab some friends and dive in…the water is warm, the mood is good. Our chef-led kitchen showcases artisanal Mexican cuisine that draws from tradition with our own twist. Cósmica's ingredients are carefully selected from local and artisanal sources including dried chiles, select meats, heirloom corn tortillas and other fundamental ingredients. Our preparations are labor intensive, multi day processes that we feel result in flavors that are well worth it. Enjoy! Cosmica private event spaces: Main Restaurant up to 250 Guests Outdoor Patio up to 150 Guests Private Events Room up to 170 Guests

Warehouse XI is nestled in the heart of Union Square, less than 15 minutes from Boston proper. Union Square is the oldest and largest commercial area in Somerville and first made its mark on history back in the Revolutionary War. Warehouse XI has been fashioned to honor the history and beauty of the neighborhood it belongs to but has evolved into an industrial, chic, modern event space, designed with you in mind. It’s a place to host your friends and family where you can hold a minimal event or grand affair. To celebrate your dreams coming true, or make those dreams happen. Our space is known for its high ceilings, oversized glass windows and white brick walls and can be transformed into whatever you need it to be. Warehouse XI has one, large warehouse space and two smaller side spaces, which makes it perfect for weddings, corporate events and parties.

• Spaces for 150-300 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

The Row Hotel at Assembly Row welcomes you to Boston's outskirts with notable design, genuine warmth, and rigorous attention to detail. We're in Assembly Row, Somerville's urban-forward area – close enough to the city, but far enough away from the hustle and bustle. Our hotel near Boston is unlike any other, with a nostalgic yet forward-thinking ambiance. Our hotel, which is both citified and modern casual, provides a pleasant environment for old friends (and potentially making new ones). Organize a gathering in one of our stylishly designed spaces, each of which embodies the authentic yet refined ambiance that characterizes this unique area near Boston, MA. Gather for cocktails and nibbles on the outdoor terrace, plan a private dinner at Reflections, or commemorate your anniversary in the Assembly room. The options are limitless. Begin your happily ever after at The Row Hotel at Assembly Row, which is located in the heart of Boston's lively Assembly Row neighborhood. Our Boston wedding venues are artistically crafted and eminently versatile, setting the stage for celebrations that are as modern as they are romantic. Our Assembly room is ideal for banquets of up to 150 people, and our Ford venue is more suited to intimate gatherings and ceremonies. In addition, we have a lovely terrace and private dining in Reflections, our hotel restaurant. Trust our experienced event planners to handle every element of your big day, from venue selection to catering and custom wedding packages, so you can focus on creating lasting memories with your loved ones. We can’t wait to make your event a dream come true.