Top Chelsea Gala Venues

• Spaces for 70-350 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Rooftop

For your next private event, PHD Rooftop offers the ultimate luxury experience, featuring timeless finishes and breathtaking panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline, including direct sightlines to the Hudson River and Empire State Building. This stunning penthouse venue boasts Italian Portoro marble, Macassar ebony, nickel-finish walls, and amber Venini glass chandeliers, creating an elegant and sophisticated atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Our versatile event space is designed to accommodate a range of gatherings. With custom-built Italian leather banquettes, marble tables, and outdoor seating on the terrace, your guests will enjoy both comfort and style. PHD Rooftop can accommodate up to 350 guests reception-style, making it the ideal location for cocktail parties, corporate events, milestone celebrations, or any large-scale gathering. The venue also includes two full-service bars, a fully-equipped DJ booth, and state-of-the-art lighting, audio, internet, and multimedia capabilities, ensuring your event has all the technological amenities it needs. The retractable canopy allows for seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces, offering a year-round event space with flexible options to suit your event’s needs. Whether you're hosting a sophisticated soirée or an extravagant celebration, PHD Roofotp lounge is the perfect place to create unforgettable memories with panoramic views, luxurious surroundings, and exceptional service. Let us elevate your next event to new heights!

• Spaces for 1-201 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Hotel
• 1 space at this venue

By day, the Ace Hotel Lobby exudes a quiet elegance bathed in natural light, its soaring ceilings and curated design details set the tone for connection and conversation. By evening, the room transforms, glowing with the warmth of candlelight and the hum of New York's after-work crowd. A living room for the city where classic hospitality is reimagined for today's creative class. The Lobby Bar transitions seamlessly from a refined day lounge into an evening destination, blending atmosphere, style, and the unmistakable pulse of downtown New York. Perfectly suited for intimate gatherings, curated activations, and stylish soirees, the Ace Hotel Lobby Bar offers a timeless setting where Old New York charm meets modern refinement. A versatile canvas for cocktails, cultural programming, and private events. Full capacity: 201 persons standing

Al Coro is a restaurant designed for special occasions. The main dining room can accommodate parties of up to ten people. Each night there is live music. Larger events can be accommodated in a number of private rooms. The menu has meals that take some artistic license in addition to regional Italian cookery. A array of little morsels called aperitivi is served before the main course, antipasti, two pasta courses, and desserts. A condensed 5-course menu is available for $195 per person or the full 7-course menu costs $245. The menu is updated every six weeks, and while we don't post the entire list, you can get a sneak peek at some of the dishes on our Instagram at @alcoro.nyc if you can't stand the anticipation! Our main dining area has a private room that can accommodate up to 12 people on the mezzanine. For exclusive gatherings, underground private dining rooms may accommodate 180 people. Up to 200 people can be seated in the main dining room comfortably, and up to 1000 people can attend standing celebrations.

• 1 Boat

The Frying Pan is a history rich vessel that spends all of it's days permanently docked at Pier 66 Maritime at the Hudson River Park. The Frying Pan is open to the public during the open hours of Pier, as well as being available to rent out for private events. Visit the Frying Pan to see if this unique venue is the perfect spot for your next event.

• Spaces for 30-525 Guests
• 5 Restaurants
• 5 Bars
• 5 Total Spaces

Swingers NoMad takes crazy golf from the 1920’s British seaside, Tanqueray infused plus-fours, adds NYC's best street food, banging beats and sticks it in the Flatiron NoMad neighborhood in the heart of NYC. Game on... Swingers, the crazy golf club is totally unique and outrageously fun, making it the ideal venue for a host of occasions ranging from birthday parties, team building, client entertaining, festive celebrations or simply a night out for a group of friends looking for a break from the norm. We have reinvented mini golf for a grown-up audience by adding great food, delicious cocktails and a party atmosphere! Any private hire of an area includes: • A round of crazy golf for each of your party • Delicious street food for all your guests • Premium house drinks for all your guests • Your own caddie to look after your group throughout your time at Swingers • Cocktail service to the course so guests who are playing don’t miss out on the drinks • A dedicated event manager to oversee all the details of your event You can also hire out Swingers NoMad in its entirety for parties of up to 525 people! Exclusive hire gets you the run of the venue and the opportunity to fully personalize your event experience...

• Spaces for 1-205 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Event Space
• 1 space at this venue

Libera is the Ace Hotel NoMad’s signature social space — a vibrant wine bar and record lounge that channels the glamour of the disco era and the intimacy of 1960s Italian clubs. Designed with a blend of retro sophistication and modern elegance, the room feels warm, tactile, and transportive. Guests are greeted by modular lounge seating, a handcrafted half‑dome mirror ball, a glowing bottle‑back bar, and a striking wall of vintage speakers that anchors the room’s identity. The space celebrates music and analog culture: a vinyl turntable installation, a display of curated records, an old school TV platform for video art, and a dedicated listening counter all invite guests to slow down, explore, and immerse themselves in the aesthetic. Libera sits within the Ace Hotel as a destination for those who appreciate design, sound, and atmosphere — a place where New York’s creative energy meets nostalgic European nightlife.

• 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.

• Spaces for 10-283 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 3 Ballrooms

Set within the vibrant North of Madison neighborhood and home to New York’s romantic Flower District, this Manhattan hotel offers a glamorous setting for indoor and outdoor weddings. Experience the finest service and personalized attention from one of our Ritz-Carlton Wedding Specialists. For your special day, you can choose from carefully designed venues with stunning New York City views as a backdrop. To begin planning your wedding, please contact our sales team via email at nomadsales@ritzcarlton.com or call (212) 404-8400. You may also submit a request for information online.

• Spaces for 65-500 Guests
• 5 Museums
• 5 Landmarks

The Rubin Museum of Art is an arts oasis and cultural hub in New York City’s vibrant Chelsea neighborhood that inspires visitors to make powerful connections between contemporary life and the ideas, cultures, and art of the Himalayas, India, and neighboring regions. With an emphasis on cross-cultural connections, the Rubin’s special exhibitions celebrate art forms that range from ancient to contemporary, including photography and multimedia, while its permanent collection galleries are focused primarily on art from the Himalayan region. DID YOU KNOW THAT YOU CAN RENT THE RUBIN? Make the Rubin yours. Speak with one of our planners today to find a space for your next event, plan a custom Rubin experience, or set the perfect backdrop for your film shoot. From a stunning atrium to a state-of-the-art theater, the Rubin Museum has the right space for any event. Experience the Rubin in your own way. From retreats to meditation and yoga, plan an unforgettable event in an inspiring space.

• Spaces for 280-360 Guests

The Ivory Peacock is a 225-seat cocktail bar and restaurant, featuring both classics and innovative signatures served alongside a sumptuous menu of seasonal favorites. With bars expertly crafted by leading industry designer, Tobin Ellis, The Ivory Peacock affords guests a friendly brand of service powered by a living, breathing spirit of genuine hospitality.

• Spaces for 80 Guests

• Spaces for 450-500 Guests

One of New York City’s newest waterfront venues, Current offers an expansive open space filled with natural light overlooking the Hudson River and Chelsea Piers marina. With wood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, fabric wall panels, luminescent accents, and a 16-foot-high custom-lit ceiling, this innovative venue combines warm and cool textures to create a unique experience in a truly modern setting. With over 6,000 square feet of flexible event space and breathtaking water views, this sophisticated venue is ideal for unforgettable weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, milestone celebrations, galas, corporate events, and holiday celebrations for up to 360 guests. Current offers state-of-the-art technology, solar and blackout shades, full AV services, and valet parking. Renowned caterer Abigail Kirsch provides unparalleled cuisine and service, while Current’s seasoned team of event professionals will guide and work with you every step of the way to ensure your celebration will be nothing short of spectacular.

• 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.

• 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 40-65 Guests

Unarthodox is a vibrant creative space in NYC, blending diverse art forms into immersive, interactive experiences designed for self-discovery and personal growth. Whether exploring touch while sculpting blindfolded in Sculpture Without Sight, expanding your creativity in themed painting sessions like A Night with Picasso or Brunch with Monet, or tapping into your playful side with teamwork-oriented experiences like Picture This or The Playground, each immersive art experience reconnects you with your true self. Join us for one of the best immersive art experiences in New York City and discover a transformative side of creativity through art.

Located within the Starrett-Lehigh building in the Chelsea Gallery District, Jack Studios is a full service venue with eight studios featuring breathtaking views of the Manhattan Skyline and Hudson River, all of which can be combined for over 50,000 square feet of space. Select amenities include a Private Conference Room, Two Kitchens, a Full-Service Cafe, Roof Access, a Truck Freight Elevator and 24/7 availability. Jack Studios offers unparalleled services and studio spaces with an all-inclusive experience for you and your guests. Whether you are a planning a media launch, cocktail party, fashion show or corporate meeting Jack's first-class service will cater to your individualized needs and enhance your creative vision. With in-house Event Production services such as Lighting + A/V Equipment, Furniture Rentals, Catering, Party Rentals and Creative Décor Services they are able to tailor customized packages detailed to your specific project and budget.

• Spaces for 45-250 Guests
• 6 Event Spaces

Six unique Urban style spaces are available at Tarallucci e Vino for your next event. Exposed brick walls and reclaimed wood create a rustic setting for an event with a difference. Wow your guests with a speakeasy-like den of the mezzanine or floor to ceiling windows that sweep the lofts with natural daylight. Tarallucci e Vino's seasoned staff will assist you at every stage of planning your event as well as recommend suppliers for any decorations, flowers, and music, making Tarallucci e Vino an exceptional experience. Choose an intimate mezzanine floor or larger loft spaces for your upcoming birthday party, baby shower, bar mitzvah or anniversary at Tarallucci e Vino. Add mouth-watering menus of authentic Italian cuisine served plated or family-style. Allow Tarallucci e Vino to pair your choices with selected wines from family-run bio-dynamic wineries and rest assured the rest will be taken care of by Tarallucci e Vino's experienced events’ professionals. 10 - 150 guests for seated lunches and dinners | 20 - 250 guests for standing cocktail receptions

kid pizza is a New York style pizzeria in New York City. The menu focuses on delicious cocktails, curated wines, classic and seasonal pizzas and veggies. Our private dining space holds up to 45 people, includes a private bar, projector and skylight.

• Spaces for 120-150 Guests

Hole In The Wall Flatiron is nestled within one of Manhattan’s busiest neighborhoods. A place to pick up breakfast on the way to work or end your day with a casual dinner, with a covered decking that we enclose during winter our Flatiron location offers a wide range of versatility for your dining desires.