Top Midtown Manhattan Gala Venues

• Spaces for 100 Guests

This welcoming and serene space was conceived to feel like a genuine, but exceptional home, built for entertaining. The space was built in mind to offer an elevated experience for like-minded brands in hosting installations and events to promote and enrich the creative and cultural discourse. Located on the 8th floor above our showroom in New York’s flower district, the 5,000-square foot concept space displays a portfolio of our own range of furniture from a close knit of celebrated designers including architectural lighting and a spacious entertaining kitchen. Think tailored elegance when hosting, filming or photographing in this four room light filled space. This entertaining space is home to a Bruno Moinard-designed Obumex kitchen and back of house kitchen that is fully equipped with Gaggenau appliances including an induction cook top convection microwave and oven. A design-insiders destination, this space offers something many other event spaces cannot; The ability to surprise and be both intimate and grand at the same time. Ask us about our preferred Chefs for your event.

• Spaces for 28-300 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 3 Bars
• 6 Total Spaces

Located in Manhattan’s NoHo neighborhood, Great Jones Distilling Co. offers a sophisticated urban distillery setting for private events, dinners, and social gatherings. The venue features stylish tasting rooms, a modern restaurant, and flexible event spaces surrounded by warm wood finishes, copper accents, and whiskey-inspired design details. Blending contemporary interiors with craft distilling heritage, the space creates an elevated atmosphere for both intimate celebrations and larger receptions. Curated cocktails, refined dining, and an immersive distillery experience deliver a distinctive event setting in the heart of New York City.

• Spaces for 18-650 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Rooftop
• 3 Total Spaces

Bringing a downtown edge and chef crafted global fare by Laurent Tourondel, SECOND is where the world’s leading brands and creators host extraordinary events in the heart of Manhattan. Located on the second floor of the Hotel Eventi, overlooking a tree lined terrace, SECOND is a bespoke events space for today’s innovators, creators, and business leaders. From the intimate to the extravagant, the 9,000 ft space can be scaled and adapted to meet your needs and your imagination. Easily accessible, SECOND is an inimitable and welcoming place of gathering, steeped in a “downtown” ethos that encourages meaningful and long-lasting connections. The stylish and warm setting with floor to ceiling windows, exposed brick walls, retractable roof, and abundant greenery, serve as a sleek yet welcoming backdrop for milestone moments, fashion shows, live performances, brand activations, and more.

• Spaces for 55-120 Guests

Located in the heart of NoMad, Manhattan, Ten11 Lounge & Bar is a sophisticated nightlife and private event destination offering an elevated setting for unforgettable celebrations in New York City. Blending an intimate lounge atmosphere with the energy of NYC nightlife, Ten11 is designed for guests looking for something beyond a traditional event venue. From corporate events, holiday parties, birthdays, engagement celebrations, networking events, brand activations, fashion events, after-parties, cocktail receptions, and full venue buyouts, Ten11 provides a versatile backdrop that can be customized to fit each occasion. Private events can feature premium open bar packages, handcrafted cocktails, bottle service, passed hors d’oeuvres, DJs, live entertainment, customized music, and personalized food and beverage experiences. Our team works closely with each host to create an event that reflects their vision, whether it is an intimate cocktail gathering or an energetic late-night celebration. Ten11 has become a destination for New York Fashion Week events, entertainment industry gatherings, celebrity celebrations, and exclusive nightlife experiences, welcoming guests from the worlds of fashion, music, entertainment, sports, and business. With its distinctive design, sophisticated atmosphere, full-service bar, and prime NoMad location, Ten11 offers the flexibility to transition from an elegant cocktail reception into a high-energy nightlife experience—all within the same venue. Whether you're planning a corporate holiday party, milestone birthday, engagement party, product launch, fashion event, private dinner, or full buyout, Ten11 Lounge & Bar delivers a uniquely New York setting where cocktails, music, hospitality, and nightlife come together. Ten11 Lounge & Bar — private events with the energy of New York nightlife.

• Spaces for 350 Guests

We have being in the hospitality business for the past 30 years with the total of four restaurants in five different locations . Over the years we have cater to countless number of guest from birthday party including many celebrities, to weddings, movie shoots fashion shows and benefit events to name a few. We can provide all type off services as flower design, additional interior and theme design, DJ , Belly Dancer or event performers in addition to food and drinks .

FRIDA MIDTOWN's Private & Semi-Private Dining Rooms are the ideal location for your event, whether you're planning a little get-together or a big party. We provide tailored food and beverage packages, a range of settings, and deliciously elegant experiences for you and your guests. Conveniently located in Midtown East, Frida Midtown is offers a Mexican - Peruvian inspired cuisine, cocktails and spirits – all served with our love for Latin hospitality – from small dinner parties for 12 guests to executive gatherings for 80 of your closest work colleagues. Our catering and private events team is ready to offer your guests a truly unique and memorable experience with impeccable service.

• Spaces for 25-80 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

As a native New Yorker (with deep family connections to Chicago) Homer Murray grew up with a passion for food and strong genetic desire to have a good time. After years of experience as the Sous Chef at local favorite Roebling Tea Room and becoming Chef/Partner at River Styx in Brooklyn, he opened his own place 21 Greenpoint in 2016. Located right next to the Transmitter Park waterfront in Greenpoint, Brooklyn - ‘21’ quickly became a neighborhood favorite. Homer’s focus has always been on creating flavorful, seasonal, unpretentious fare. This ethos and effort has placed 21 Greenpoint and Murray as a Michelin Bib Gourmand award-winner consistently since 2018. 21 Greenpoint is a New York City Bistro in Greenpoint, Brooklyn with a full bar, indoor and outdoor seating areas. We offer partial buyouts for up to 45 seated guests indoors and up to 20 guests outdoors on our patio. A full buyout is always an option for more than 50 guests.

• Spaces for 40-279 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

Studio 525 is located on 24th Street in the center of the West Chelsea Highline - the intersection of art, architecture, lifestyle and luxury. It is a spectacular space with unique architectural details including 30-foot ceilings, exposed steel beams and a magnificent central skylight. Combining the flexibility of a white box space with the warmth of authentic, historic details, Studio 525 is an inspiring choice for any event! At Studio 525, we have had the honor of seeing some incredible - and we mean absolutely spectacular - productions. We have witnessed immersive journeys transcend guests through time and space. We have seen giant steps taken towards the frontiers of technology and urban renewal. We've hosted Michelin-Star Chefs, Grammy Artists, members of the First Family - you name it. All of this has been made possible by the heart of the creative process, which is the minds behind the scenes who turn their big dreams into a reality. We believe in transforming the ordinary in the pursuit of revolutionizing the world we live in, and continuously strive to inspire and be inspired by the creative minds who bring their dreams to life at Studio 525. Amenities: 5,000 sq ft of ground level, beautifully renovated space Studio A is the main space with 30’ ceilings, and a massive skylight Studio B is the area adjacent to the main space, also with high ceilings and a skylight Extensive rigging capabilities throughout the space Track lighting on individual tracks with individual dimmers (3) recently renovated restrooms + 1 ADA restroom on ground floor We have large a dedicated coat check / reception area equipped with racks, hangers and tickets Back of house has 400amps power + 3 phase cam lock Private catering entrance Prep kitchen has catering refrigerator, heating cabined, stainless steel counter, 2-compartment sink (2) 1,200 sq ft Upper mezzanines for green rooms, VIP space, storage, etc. 1 Furnished VIP/ office space

• Spaces for 64-250 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

Part of the Union Square Hospitality Group family, The Modern is a two Michelin-starred, contemporary American restaurant at the Museum of Modern Art. The refined, unexpectedly playful dishes of Executive Chef Thomas Allan and Executive Pastry Chef Nicholas Henn highlights exceptional ingredients and seasonality, while design plays a major role in every aspect of the dining experience. Inspired by the Bauhaus movement, The Modern was created by architects Bentel & Bentel and offers a welcome escape from the bustling Midtown neighborhood it calls home. Located within The Museum of Modern Art, The Modern has its own street entrance neighboring Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center, and numerous hotels and theaters. Its award-winning cuisine, extensive and diverse wine selection, unmatched design aesthetic, and caring hospitality make The Modern the perfect venue for events large and small.

• Spaces for 50-75 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 space at this venue

Experience a truly unparalleled atmosphere at our open rooftop event venue in NYC, boasting stunning views of the iconic Empire State Building. Whether you’re planning a social gathering or a corporate event, we offer the perfect setting for a truly memorable occasion.

• Spaces for 32-150 Guests
• 5 Restaurants
• 5 Bars
• 10 Total Spaces

Carton House is delighted to curate exceptional private event experiences for our esteemed guests. Whether you envision a corporate event, an intimate gathering, or a celebration, we cater to a variety of occasions. We have team building experiences such as Mixology, Cooking classes and more. Our menus showcase the signature dishes and experiences of the renowned Peter Callahan. From cocktail receptions to seated dinners, experiential activations and everything in between. we deliver with just the right amount of whimsy and creativity. To personalize your event we offer tabletop design, music, lighting, and flowers which can be tailored to perfectly reflect your unique preferences. At Carton House, our attentive and professional staff is eager to welcome you and ensure a flawless and memorable experience.

• Spaces for 20-150 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 4 Bars
• 4 Total Spaces

Located in Midtown Manhattan, Raines Law Room at The William offers an intimate setting for private dinners, cocktail receptions, corporate gatherings, weddings, and milestone celebrations. Set within a restored 1924 townhouse, the venue features richly appointed cocktail parlors, wood-paneled rooms, a library, bar spaces, and a garden terrace that blend old-world character with modern refinement. Flexible room combinations accommodate both small gatherings and full buyouts, while handcrafted cocktails and in-house food service complete the experience. Its discreet atmosphere and central New York City location create a distinctive backdrop for memorable events.

• Spaces for 5-140 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor

We are a new boutique hotel in Midtown, Manhatten offering the BEST views of New York City! Practically touching the Empire State Building while also enjoying the Freedom Tower in the distance. Our Hendricks Rooftop on the 26th floor is immersed with custom-designed furnishings as well as tasty infused cocktails - the perfect location for your next cocktail reception. Hotel Hendricks also offers a full-service restaurant (Paloma) which can accommodate seated and standing events while providing an outdoor garden, perfect for those warm NYC nights!

• Spaces for 8 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 2 Event Spaces

At Jōji, a chef and sommelier share the culinary stage to create a dining experience unlike any other. Nestled within a serene refuge in the heart of Midtown’s iconic One Vanderbilt, the intimate dining room is infused with authentic Japanese character, designed with a deep reverence of nature to create a refined and serene dining experience that both inspires and delights. The traditional multi-course Omakase experience, led by Chef George Ruan, is uniquely designed for each guest using only the finest seasonally available ingredients, paired with premium sake and fine wine. With dining operations overseen by Michelin-Starred Chef Daniel Boulud, Jōji delivers a sophisticated, elegant culinary journey for every guest. The tranquil ambience of Jōji’s interior paired with the curated seasonal menus will provide each guest with a bespoke and refined event they will never forget.

• Spaces for 10-255 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 7 Landmarks
• 8 Total Spaces

A hidden gem on Manhattan's Upper East Side, the Harmonie Club has been hosting New York City's most memorable celebrations since 1852. Housed in a magnificent clubhouse that has welcomed members and guests for more than a century, the Club offers an extraordinary blend of Gilded Age elegance, architectural beauty, and modern hospitality. Rich in history and timeless sophistication, the Harmonie Club provides an exceptional setting for weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, milestone celebrations, galas, nonprofit events, corporate gatherings, and private dinners. From intimate soirées to grand receptions, every celebration is thoughtfully tailored to reflect your vision. The Club's beautifully preserved event spaces feature soaring ceilings, intricate architectural details, and refined finishes that create a stunning backdrop for both classic and contemporary events. Our culinary team crafts customized menus showcasing exceptional cuisine, complemented by gracious, attentive service. Our experienced Catering and Banquet team partners closely with clients, event planners, and creative professionals to ensure every detail is flawlessly executed—from the first planning meeting to the final toast. Whether you're envisioning an elegant black-tie wedding, a vibrant mitzvah celebration, a sophisticated charity gala, or a distinguished corporate event, the Harmonie Club offers a seamless planning experience in one of New York City's most iconic private venues. With more than 170 years of tradition and a clubhouse that has stood as a symbol of elegance for generations, the Harmonie Club continues to create unforgettable celebrations where history, exceptional hospitality, and timeless style come together.

• Spaces for 20-100 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Bar

Located steps from the Empire State Building in Midtown, Royal 35 Steakhouse offers a refined and classic New York Steakhouse experience. The restaurant is celebrated for its commitment to quality, centering its menu around Certified Angus Beef USDA Prime cuts that are dry-aged in our own in-house aging box for 30–35 days. The elegant dining room features high ceilings, dark mahogany wood walls, and leather banquettes, cultivating an atmosphere that is both rich and inviting, ideal for business dinners or special occasions. Beyond our signature dry-aged meats, the menu includes an array of fresh seafood, generous sides and a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list. We offer a variety of banquet menus for your next event, with private and semi-private dining spaces. "Awarded Diner’s Choice,Traveler’s Choice, Best of The Best Steakhouses & Wine Spectator Award Of Excellence, for seven consecutive years"

• Spaces for 20-120 Guests
• 2 Bars

Patent Pending is located in the cellar of the Radio Wave Building, a New York City landmark building where Nikola Tesla lived and performed his experiments in the late 19th century. Patent Pending provides an intimate private event experience that embodies aspects of both a discreet speakeasy and upscale cocktail club. Once here, your private party will be transported into the back bar, with a lovely, low-ceiling, mirrored foyer for eight (3 stools), five banquettes to seat up to twenty-two, and nine bar stools. Behind another hidden archway, The Lab at Patent Pending awaits with a large booth for ten, another booth for twelve, a dance floor and five bar seats. Food will be served in the cafe up front, and the entire space both front and back can be yours. For groups of 12 or more, The Lab can be yours either privately or shared. For parties of 40 or under, The Lab can be yours privately. For parties of 40+ we offer all of Patent Pending and The Lab. For parties of 100+ we offer Patent Pending, The Lab, seeyamañana and seeyabajo combined for a lively event. Our cocktails have been expertly curated by industry veterans of Dead Rabbit and BlackTail, and we’ve worked meticulously in our selection of spirits, design aesthetics and unwavering attention to service and hospitality. At Patent Pending, our team is dedicated to achieving unparalleled guest satisfaction. Our highly-trained bar and front-of-house staff takes the greatest pleasure in attending to every detail for private events and affairs. We look forward to hosting you soon.

• Spaces for 22-250 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Outdoor
• 3 Total Spaces

Loulou Petit Bistro & Speakeasy, nestled in New York City's vibrant Chelsea neighborhood at 176 8th Ave, seamlessly blends French elegance with American flair. Ascend to the upper level to savor casual French fare expertly paired with craft cocktails, beer, and champagne in a charming two-level restaurant setting. Our menu, curated by talented chefs, showcases a symphony of flavors inspired by the finest seasonal and locally-sourced ingredients. From classic French delicacies to innovative creations, each dish is a masterpiece reflecting our commitment to culinary excellence. At Loulou Petit Bistro, impeccable service is our hallmark. Our attentive staff ensures every need is met, from the moment you enter to the last sip of your wine. We also offer our venue for private events, crafting customized experiences tailored to your unique style, be it an intimate family gathering or a corporate soirée.

• Spaces for 30-70 Guests
• 1 Theater
• 2 Event Spaces
• 2 Total Spaces

The Jazz Gallery offers a unique space for private events, recordings, rehearsals, business meetings, photo/film shoots, concerts, conferences, seminars, classes, weddings, receptions, celebrations, and functions of all kinds looking to distinguish themselves from the usual offerings. The performance space (1160 Broadway, entrance on Broadway) houses the stage and all performance amenities, a small office, and rest room area. The lounge (1158 Broadway, entrance on 27th street) includes an open lounge area, a large green room/office space, a bar, a refrigerator, and two restrooms (one being ADA-compliant). The Jazz Gallery is located in New York’s historic & bustling NoMad neighborhood; the Flatiron Building and Madison Square Park to our south, and the Empire State Building is a few blocks to the north. Nestled in between these two iconic buildings are old merchant stores, exclusive boutiques, and many restaurants and hotels. The Jazz Gallery is located at 1158 & 1160 Broadway, 5th floor. It can be reached by the N and R trains to 28th Street and is also a short walk from the 6 and the 1 at 28th Street and numerous other trains.

• Spaces for 100-300 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 4 Event Spaces

With a breathtaking chapel, dramatic staircases, lush private gardens and the striking Refectory, Chelsea Square is an unforgettable location for weddings, private, not-for-profit and corporate events. Featuring exceptional menus by RHC, our team will work alongside you to create the perfect event, no matter the occasion. WELCOMING BOOKINGS THROUGH JUNE 2024 Due to anticipated construction, we are unable to consider events beyond June of 2024. We look forward to opening our calendar as we learn more about our improvement schedule.