Top Upper East Side Cocktail Party Venues

• Spaces for 150-200 Guests

Located on 6th Avenue directly across from Bryant Park, the Residence Inn Times Square offers a versatile and contemporary event space ideal for meetings, social gatherings, and corporate functions. The venue features modern interiors, flexible room layouts, and floor-to-ceiling windows that showcase vibrant city views. With its prime Midtown location, professional service, and customizable set-ups, the space provides the perfect blend of convenience and style for events of all sizes. Whether hosting an intimate workshop or a lively reception, guests can enjoy a welcoming atmosphere just steps from some of New York City’s most iconic attractions.

• Spaces for 20-45 Guests

TEN32 Midtown Luxe Venue, an opulent modern living space located in the bustling heart of Midtown Manhattan, offers a perfect retreat for any event. Our premises, situated conveniently on the Avenue of Americas, a stone's throw away from Bryant Park, and within a few blocks of Port Authority, Penn, and Path Stations, is an ideal location for those looking for luxurious surroundings in the heart of the city. Our sophisticated space features 14-ft ceilings, polished hardwood floors, floor-ceiling windows, two QLED TVs, Bose Premium Sound, custom bar, wifi, and other amenities, comfortably accommodating approximately 50 guests. Our luxe venue is the perfect place for any event, including birthday parties, graduation parties, corporate events, product launches, press conferences, art galleries, film screenings, corporate holiday parties, baby showers, sweet sixteen parties, photography, videography, music video, interviews, podcasts, family gatherings, intimate weddings, wedding receptions, engagements, and much more.

• Spaces for 600-1,200 Guests

Center415 located at 415 Fifth Avenue (between 37th & 38th Streets) in the heart of midtown Manhattan is New York City’s premier event venue. Whether the event is a product launch, conference, upfront, experiential event, gala, fashion show, art fair, benefit, or some other celebration, Center415 is the perfect event space. With 32,000 square feet divided over two floors, up to 18 foot ceilings, a large on site catering kitchen, multiple load-in access areas, Center415 truly makes hosting any event easy. Not to mention, Center415 is within reach of many major New York City transportation hubs such as Herald Square, Times Square, Bryant Park, Penn Station and Grand Central Station.

Welcome to Piers 92/94, a premier trade show and special event venue in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, 55th Street and the West Side Highway. Piers 92/94 is home to design oriented events such as The Armory Show, Architectural Digest Home Design Show, The Pier Antiques Show and leading fashion shows during New York Fashion Week. The facility also regularly host parties and product launch events for groups ranging in size from small charitable foundations to Fortune 500 companies. No matter your event needs, Pier 92 and Pier 94 enjoy a prime location, as well as established prestige in the New York convention and special event landscape. 208,000 square feet of exhibit area make Piers 92/94 the second largest facility in New York City. Connected by a spacious and welcoming headhouse, Pier 94 offers 133,000 square feet and Pier 92 features 75,000 square feet of contiguous exhibit or event space. Open space, high ceilings and column-free corridors create unlimited configurations and adaptable spaces.

THE BUSINESS OF LEISURE. Bi Level Corporate, Event, Social space. Full Service, Custom Packaging, Audio & Media capabilities. In the heart of Midtown Manhattan, 5th & MAD is the go-to destination for cocktails, dinner and events in the city. A bi-level venue. 5th &MAD is a fully renovated beautiful space, featuring multiple event spaces, each offering a unique experience, along with two full - service bars and bespoke event areas.

• Spaces for 40-45 Guests

Heart Of Astoria Indoor/Outdoor space! Great location for your event, birthdays, celebrations, graduations, private parties, baby showers, corporate, classes and more!

• Spaces for 120-180 Guests

Overlooking the expanse of the East River, Hole In The Wall Murray Hill is open for breakfast through to dinner, serving relaxed and creative dishes for all tastes. The food is accompanied by an extensive list of specialty coffee, innovative cocktails and an immersive wine selection from some of the world’s most renowned wineries. Sitting at the base of the American Copper Buildings, our Murray Hill location offers Manhattan’s Midtown East an unforgettable dining option.

The Penthouse is one of New York City’s most dynamic and versatile premier event and shooting spaces! The Penthouse features 30-foot high glass ceilings, incredible panoramic NYC cityscape views, a fully stocked bar and kitchen, and 5000 square feet of luxury open space - perfect for dancing and hosting social and corporate events.

• Spaces for 30-450 Guests
• 3 Bars

For your next private event, Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge offers a one-of-a-kind experience with unmatched Empire State views, unique features, and an exciting atmosphere. As New York City’s largest indoor/outdoor hotel rooftop bar and lounge, Magic Hour spans 10,000 square feet and offers an “urban amusement park” concept with a sophisticated twist. Whether you’re hosting a corporate event, celebration, or cocktail party, Magic Hour’s diverse spaces can be transformed to fit your vision. We offer several event spaces, each perfect for different group sizes. The Elephant Room, an intimate private space, can accommodate up to 60 guests reception-style, providing a cozy yet elegant atmosphere. For larger gatherings, the East Terrace offers sweeping skyline views and can host 200 guests reception-style, or 275 when combined with the Elephant Room, allowing for seamless flow between spaces. The West Terrace offers another stunning option, with space for up to 140 guests reception-style, perfect for socializing and enjoying the city views. For grand events, the full buyout of the rooftop can accommodate around 450 guests reception-style, giving you exclusive access to all of Magic Hour's unforgettable features. With its whimsical design, including carousel seating, oversized topiary gardens, and the playful Foreplay mini putt-putt course, Magic Hour is the ideal venue for creating memorable moments. Multiple bars and seating areas, each with its own distinct vibe, ensure your guests have an experience that’s as unique as your event. Let Magic Hour’s panoramic views of the Empire State Building and vibrant atmosphere elevate your next gathering.

• Spaces for 12-450 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Meeting Space

Located conveniently at 36th Street and 7th avenue, with 612 bedrooms cleverly designed by Yabu Pushelberg to adapt to modern traveler’s changing needs, with a wide variety of room types, flexible furniture, oversized walk-in showers, furiously fast and free Wi-Fi, and free access to streaming apps! Immersive social spaces are built for co-working and play, encouraging visitors and locals to intermingle.

• Spaces for 30-325 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces

We are a New York City based events & hospitality company. Founded in 2009, we currently operate event, meeting & film/photo locations along with the private dining programs for NYC based restaurants & bars. The company offers a wide range of event services from off-premise catering produced in their midtown Manhattan commissary kitchen to a la carte production and planning services. We are a privately owned company this is proud to breathe new life & creativity into an all too often conventional industry.

The Cachet Hospitality Group's first U.S. flagship resort is a modern urban retreat with 105 rooms and suites surrounded by three discrete outdoor gardens. You won't want to miss a meal at TREADWELL PARK, our flagship restaurant. The right setting in the center of New York City is provided by Cachet Boutique NYC's sun-drenched outdoor spaces and chic restaurants. Our venues provide a variety of adaptable locations and are close to Hudson Yards, the Javits Convention Center, and the Chelsea Art Gallery scene. For the practical tourist who values convenience, comfort, and a classically modern environment, Cachet Hotels is the wise choice. High tech and refined taste combine to provide a thoughtful experience that elevates hospitality. We combine art and science to create stunning products that provide outstanding returns for our partners. We are specialists in project management, operational budgeting, revenue and systems management, and development planning. Reach out today to start planning your Cachet event.

• Spaces for 44-200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Across our three thoughtfully dressed floors are spaces that are designed to accommodate small gatherings with friends and family, as well as large events such as corporate retreats and holiday parties. We provide superior service and can tailor any event to fit almost any specifications.

• Spaces for 50-5,000 Guests
• 11 Museums
• 11 Landmarks
• 1 Event Space

Imagine the sun setting over the Hudson River, the world famous New York City skyline at your back and 45,000 tons of steel beneath your feet. The Intrepid Museum is home to the most unique special events venue in New York City. With views from the Flight Deck, Space Shuttle Pavilion, to the Hangar Deck with the finest aircraft collection, your guests will enjoy their time aboard the Intrepid in style. The variety of event spaces will meet all your special event needs. The Intrepid is proud to be one of the few venues in the city with the ability to host events from 20 to 5,000 people with both indoor and outdoor options to make your event Intrepid!

• Spaces for 45-800 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Event Space

Perched above the juncture of Madison Square Garden and New York’s famed Garment District, VERSA merges these worlds to create a rooftop and restaurant experience like no other. Whether it’s a launch, an event, a business lunch, dinner with friends or a tete-a-tete we promise to provide an elevated experience no matter what.

Welcome to our new Sportime Building, a versatile and vibrant space that offers a unique twist on the traditional event venue. Originally designed for tennis and pickle ball enthusiasts, our 11,000 sq. ft. facility, expandable up to an impressive 45,000 sq. ft., provides the perfect backdrop for a wide range of special occasions. Whether you’re planning a bar mitzvah, bat mitzvah, corporate event, or any other celebration, Sportime delivers a dynamic and customizable environment to suit your needs. With a customizable bar and a cozy café area, our venue is not just a place to gather, but a space to create unforgettable memories. Come and experience the flexibility and charm of our new building at Sportime where every event is served with a dash of excitement and a touch of elegance.

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

In New York, New York, the Arlo Hotel NoMad is a modern wedding venue. With its prominent position in Midtown Manhattan, this hotel is in the center of New York City. There is no wrong place to host one of the most significant days of your life, whether you want a rooftop ceremony followed by an intimate celebration with your closest family and friends or just a modern setting in general. Meetings & Events Six separate venues at Arlo NoMad provide each meeting or function its own individuality. Light wood furniture, high-back leather seats, and soft seating were used to create our common spaces, which were all created with flexibility in mind. Smaller gatherings will feel at ease in BARlo, while corporate meetings can be held in any of our three bright Studios. Larger events can take over the full 2nd-floor space or be transported to our rooftop bar, Arlo Rooftop (A.R.T. ), for a breezy, open-air experience. Whatever the occasion, Arlo NoMad's customizable venues will give the ideal, one-of-a-kind setting. The event planning experts at Arlo Hotel NoMad will make sure that all of the details for your special day are taken care of. They want to ensure that your wedding vision is realized and that it is everything you could have hoped for, if not more. All of the setup and cleanup will be handled by the hotel staff, so all you have to do is relax and enjoy all of the major and small moments of your special day.

• Spaces for 30-300 Guests

Amelia’s is a warm and stylish Midtown destination that feels equally right for a big celebration or a laidback night out. The space combines sleek, modern design with a genuinely welcoming energy perfect for birthdays, team outings, and after-work gatherings. Guests can enjoy inventive cocktails, elevated bar bites, and an upbeat yet unpretentious atmosphere that makes everyone feel at home. Whether you’re planning a seated dinner, happy hour, or a casual mix-and-mingle, Amelia’s offers flexible setups and a polished team that makes hosting effortless. With its central location, inviting vibe, and focus on good food, great drinks, and friendly service, Amelia’s is where Midtown goes to unwind, connect, and celebrate in style.

• Spaces for 10-400 Guests
• 7 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 7 Total Spaces

Centrally located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton offers guests unparalleled access to prime shopping, restaurants and major transit hubs. The 11 meeting rooms span a total of 8,142 sq ft, majority of which offer natural lighting and city views. All spaces are fully equipped with the latest technology to accommodate in-person or hybrid meetings. To ensure flawless execution with a personalized touch, guests can book planning packages, inclusive of a dedicated on-site team, customized catering menus, and more.