Top Financial District Cocktail Party Venues

• Spaces for 100-300 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Total Spaces

Time Out Market Union Square brings the energy of downtown Manhattan together with a dynamic mix of culinary talent, design-forward spaces, and flexible layouts for private events. Set in the heart of Union Square, the venue offers a vibrant backdrop for corporate gatherings, brand activations, cocktail receptions, and social celebrations, with city views and a lively, modern atmosphere throughout. From intimate receptions to large-scale buyouts, events here feel immersed in New York’s creative and cultural pulse while offering the infrastructure and versatility needed for seamless execution.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Union Square is the location of the Manhattan Penthouse. Palladian windows, which are found throughout the loft-like space and provide panoramic views of New York City, are installed throughout the building. The venue can accommodate up to 180 guests, making it an excellent choice for corporate functions, weddings, and other social events of all kinds. When Monika Nemeth finished college in Budapest with a major in Hotel and Catering Management, she went to work for Compexpo, where she organized conventions. Her next position was at the Hungarian Pavilion at the 1992 World Exposition in Sevilla, Spain. Monika arrived in the United States in 1994 and began working as the Catering Director at The Downtown Athletic Club in New York City. Her pleasant demeanor, professionalism, and graciousness serve to reinforce the positive attributes of our company. Brian Pancir received classical training at the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu in Paris. He worked as an apprentice in Michelin-starred restaurants throughout Europe before becoming Sous Chef at Jean-Georges for four years in New York City. Mr. Brian has worked as a private chef for a number of celebrities, has advised Trader Joe's and Golden Corral, has served as Culinary Director of Manhattan Star Academy, and has been voted Best Chef by Dan's Paper magazine. He is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys traveling the world in search of fishing opportunities.

• Spaces for 300-500 Guests

Civic Hall is part of The Fedcap Group, a non-profit organization with the mission to deliver economic well-being to underserved communities. We have 85,000 sq ft of space on the first seven floors of a new, Class A building in Union Square. The 2nd and 3rd floors are dedicated event and conference spaces, with additional meeting spaces and breakout rooms on upper floors.

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The menu is a celebration of India’s culinary treasures—from aromatic curries to flavorful tandoori offerings, all made with the finest spices and ingredients. But what truly sets Ishq apart is its dedication to storytelling through food. Every dish on the menu is a tribute to ancestors, rekindling the love for age-old recipes while adapting to the global palate of New York City diners. At Ishq, tradition meets innovation on every plate. The dishes are steeped in authenticity, drawing from the rich culinary heritage of India’s diverse regions. Each recipe has been meticulously crafted to preserve its original flavors, yet plated with an artistic flair that speaks to modern sensibilities.

Art Bar has been a West Village institution for more than 30 years and is a welcoming spot for both locals and visitors. Grab a booth in the front bar if you want to be in a dynamic crowd and in a welcoming environment. Sink into an overstuffed couch in the back living room for a cozier place to unwind, where you can sit by the working fireplace and take in gallery exhibits from regional artists. A digital jukebox with thousands of music selections is available at Art Bar, which also features a daily happy hour and seasonal specialty cocktails. A wide variety of options are available on the meal menu, including vegetarian selections, and the kitchen is open late every day. Ready to host your next event at Art Bar? Please complete the form on our site if you have any questions about private event booking, and we'll get back to you right away.

• Spaces for 50-1,100 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces

U2, Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, Pearl Jam and Jane’s Addiction are among the superstar artists who have played at this legendary NYC venue. Located just one block east of Union Square and 2.5 miles from the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, this unique space is the perfect location to host your corporate event, product launch, cocktail reception, fundraiser or private concert. Irving Plaza accommodates 25 to 1,000 guests, and our talented staff handles every detail, so you don’t have to!

OASES is a multi-sensory space that provides an evergreen escape from the pace of New York City. Ancient traditions for healing and wellness unfold in beautifully modern ways, providing room for rituals of food and drink, community, and design.

• Spaces for 100-150 Guests

Cloe's Corner is an event space in Downtown Brooklyn, a block away from the Barclays Center. This gorgeous space with open brick and bamboo floors is the perfect multipurpose event site. It works very well for: -Co-working -Business meetings/Corporate Events -Classes/Workshops -Birthday Party/Anniversary Party -Weddings -Baby Shower -Bridal Shower -Mixers/Tastings -Pop-Up Shops -Dinner Party/Get-togethers -Art Exhibitions/Fashion Shows -Product Launches/Film Viewings -Photo Shoots/Videos Shoots and more. We also offer entrepreneurial services to those looking to take their business from thought to reality Being that our space is in the heart of Brooklyn, it is very accessible. Cloe's Corner is a huge beautiful blank slate for you to carry out your vision. Also enjoy our small quaint backyard area! Different days have different hourly rates. -Cloe Luv M. Business Owner https://www.yelp.com/biz/cloes-corner-brooklyn

• Spaces for 70-500 Guests
• 4 Museums
• 4 Landmarks

The Whitney Museum of American Art is home to many of the most significant and exciting works of art ever created in the United States. Those works are now displayed in a breathtaking new space: a 220,000-square-foot building in New York City’s Meatpacking District, designed by world-renowned architect Renzo Piano. Located on Gansevoort Street at Washington Street, the Whitney Museum of American Art is nestled in one of the most prominent shopping districts in the world, surrounded by beautifully preserved buildings in New York City’s Meatpacking District. A special event at the Whitney Museum of American Art is one to be remembered. Corporate Members and individual donors choose the Whitney Museum of American Art to host their most intimate and high profile events in New York City. Corporate Members receive exclusive privileges to host Corporate Events in the Museum's rental spaces. Annual leadership donors of $100,000 and up receive exclusive privileges to host Social Events in select Museum spaces at the Whitney Museum of American Art. Cover Image by Ben Gancsos ©2016

The Barrow Mansion has an eclectic, storied history, one that has evolved and remains current in Jersey City’s cultural landscape. Named for its first owner, Dr. William Barrow, who lived here with his wife, Eliza Brower, the Mansion has undergone several transformations throughout the years. Eliza’s brother-in-law, Cornelius Van Vorst, owned much of Jersey City, then largely tidal marsh, and decided to build twin mansions on the higher ground in 1837. Van Vorst aspired to develop a fashionable Manhattan suburb, and reserved one lot to build beautiful Van Vorst Park, which retains its splendor to this day. The mansion where the Van Vorst family lived was torn down in the 1920s. An important reminder of the early developments of this part of Jersey City, the aspirations of its builders, and the changing demographic patterns of the city since its creation, The Barrow Mansion is listed in the National and New Jersey Register of Historic Places.

• Spaces for 75-150 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Italian Wine Merchants offers private spaces with a warm and inviting atmosphere, handcrafted seasonal and regional dishes, carefully selected and impeccably kept wines, and our professional staff to ensure your events are memorable. We will work with you to help create a memorable evening, preparing a customized menu that comprises both wine and food selections that are based on your preferences and budget. During the event, our culinary team and lead sommelier will briefly discuss the history and preparation of the Italian food courses, the origin and characteristics of the wines, and the nature of each pairing. A sommelier is available throughout the evening for further discussion with your guests.

• Spaces for 60 Guests

Make sure that the next event you plan is something everyone will be talking about! We are a Virtual Reality and 360 degree cinema company based in Brooklyn, NY with a retail space minutes away from Barclays Center. Fighting zombies, becoming the next race car driver, traveling the world, or stepping into a painting that you created yourself are just some of the unique adventures our customers experience through 360 degree videos and VR gaming. VR is new, fun, memorable, and makes your dreams a reality. YokeyPokey brings VR to everyone through private parties or corporate events in our location or to any location of our clients choosing. We cater the experiences to our guests and their passions.

• Spaces for 25-101 Guests
• 1 Bar

Another Country, named for the 1962 James Baldwin novel, is retro cocktail den in Union Square. Guests can enjoy cocktails, small and large bites, and a cozy atmosphere while listening to vinyl.

• Spaces for 100-130 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Bubby's High Line is in the center of New York's Meatpacking District, located directly across from the Whitney museum. Bubby's can accommodate up to 100 guests for seated events and up to 130 guests for cocktail-style receptions. The restaurant's outdoor patio is available for group dining and cocktail events, and is perfect for events of all types.

• Spaces for 100-400 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

With stunning locations in Manhattan’s West Village and Williamsburg, Brooklyn, Industria has been at the epicenter of the creative industry since 1991. Founded by world-renowned photographer Fabrizio Ferri, Industria revolutionized the photo and event industry as the first multi-studio complex of its kind in New York City. Offering remarkable and versatile facilities, Industria’s studios are designed for commercial shoots and a variety of special events including exhibitions, conferences, fashion shows, trade shows, weddings, and pop-ups. The iconic Manhattan outpost offers a landmark 7,500-square-foot private building in the heart of the historic West Village. Surrounded by elegant townhouses and cobblestone streets, the studio is just a few steps from the Highline, the Whitney Museum, and the Meatpacking District. This location is artfully distressed, with red and blue brick, a huge skylight, multiple green-rooms, and a garage door for easy load-in/out. In addition to its iconic West Village studio, Industria offers two exceptional locations in Williamsburg, Brooklyn: 39 South 5th Street and 33 Grand. Strategically located near the waterfront Domino Park and only one subway stop away from Manhattan, the studios are easy to get to and are nestled in the city’s most happening neighborhood. With its 10,000 sq ft, 39 South 5th boasts 4 car-accessible studios with multiple entrances and retractable walls, 3 mezzanines, and majestic 25 ft cathedral ceilings. 33 Grand is an intimate 2,000 sq ft historical space and an architectural gem with a private yard and a 1000 sq ft basement. All locations stand out for their elegant industrial character and functional interiors that can be uniquely customized by clients. Partial Client List: Nike, Refinery 29, Gucci, Google, Lyft, Vice, The New York Food and Wine Festival, Sony, Uniqlo, Maserati, the NBA, The Independent Art Book Fair, MAC Cosmetics, The African Art Fair.

• 1 Event Space

The PDR is an exquisite location for special celebratory events. PDR is partnered with Naturally Delicious Catering. Their chefs can create a menu tailored to your taste and event style. You and your guests can enjoy a multi-course fine dining experience in PDR - Private Dining Room's elegant dining room, enjoy a custom cocktail party in their wine tasting room, or even relax in their backyard garden. PDR is a truly personalized alternative to going out to a restaurant. The venue is the ideal setting for celebratory birthday & anniversary dinners, corporate board meetings, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners and intimate weddings.

• Spaces for 12-400 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Theater
• 6 Total Spaces

The Center for Jewish History in New York City illuminates history, culture, and heritage. The Center provides a collaborative home for five partner organizations: American Jewish Historical Society, American Sephardi Federation, Leo Baeck Institute, Yeshiva University Museum, and YIVO Institute for Jewish Research. The Center for Jewish History is home to the Lillian Goldman Reading Room, Ackman & Ziff Family Genealogy Institute, the David Berg Rare Book Room, and the Collection Management & Conservation Wing. Public programs create opportunities for diverse audiences to explore the rich historical and cultural material that lives within the Center's walls. The Center for Jewish History is conveniently located one block from Union Square. A unique venue for hosting dinners, conferences, receptions, family, and life-cycle events, it is surrounded by exhibition and gallery spaces.

• Spaces for 400-1,200 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

Located on Pier 41 in the historic shipping yards of Red Hook, Brooklyn, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The building, which was built prior to the Civil War in the 1850s, has recently been transformed into a charming event space. The location, which is directly on the water's edge, provides spectacular views of New York Harbor. The Liberty Warehouse is the only location in the entire city of New York where the Statue of Liberty is displayed face forward, as she gazes toward France. It is a truly unique location that must be experienced in person to be fully appreciated. It can accommodate up to 400 people for a sit-down dinner and up to 1200 people for cocktails. Two large event rooms with large windows that face due west provide spectacular sunset views are available for rental. Two smaller rooms that are ideal for indoor ceremonies, small gatherings, and cocktail parties. Special performances are staged in this area. All of the event rooms have working wood-burning fireplaces. There are 15,000 square feet of space at the Liberty Warehouse, which includes a wonderful waterside promenade that provides glamorous panoramic views of New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty, and the Verrazano bridge. Our bridal suite is fully equipped for the bride and her bridal party to get ready for the big day as well as take beautiful photographs! There is covered valet parking available. Beautifully prepared food, elegant surroundings, and exceptional service. Among the events we cater to are: social birthdays, surprise birthday parties; bat and bar mitzvahs; anniversaries; communions; baptisms; Sweet Sixteen; reunions; proms; and formals. Engagement Parties, Showers, and Wedding Ceremonies and Receptions are just a few of the services we provide. Events such as corporate holiday parties, meetings and presentations, fund raisers, product launch events, photo shoots, commercial filming, gala receptions, and other social gatherings are all possible.