Top Upper Manhattan Gala Venues

• Spaces for 50-125 Guests

Chef James Kent's first solo project – two restaurant concepts in the landmark building 70 Pine Street –spans five stories including the Art Deco building’s 66th floor, a former observation deck. The two private salons on the 62nd floor can be reserved privately or combined. SAGA (2 Michelin Star restaurant) features two floors dedicated to private dining, each with windows that frame views of the city skyline and Brooklyn Bridge. The rooms range in size, accommodating business dinners and board meetings, wedding receptions, film productions, and media events. In addition to the dedicated private dining rooms, both SAGA and Overstory– SAGA's cocktail bar with a wraparound terrace–are available for partial evening and full buyouts. The terraces has full bar service in the summer for elegant parties in the daylight and heated seating across the terraces for chilly summer evenings. The most coveted PDR of the NYC is the jewel box almost entirely made of glass overhanging on the 64th floor - off the SAGA kitchen where Kent and his team are seen presenting the dishes. Finally, on the top floor of the building, The Observatory seats 20 and have 6 juliet balconies. Never has there been better food with better views in recent history of private events dining.

A majestic space in every sense of the word, Broad Street Ballroom, part of Léman Manhattan Preparatory School, is one of New York City’s grandest event venues. 41 Broad was built in 1928 as the Lee, Higginson, & Company Bank Building. Cross & Cross architectural firm — known as Old Society New York’s architects of choice — designed it in an austere, late 1920’s Classical Revival style, an aesthetic that defined New York City both here and in other of their designs, including 20 Exchange Place, The Guggenheim Museum, and Columbia University Church of Notre Dame. Stepping into The Ballroom is like entering another era (with the exception of the amazing audio-visual setup). Located at 41 Broad Street in the heart of New York’s historic Financial District, the Broad Street Ballroom has captivated visitors for decades with its timeless elegance. The markers of New York’s Gilded Age complement this modern event space under Cathedral-height ceilings, with its Broadway-level 200-light rigging, full concert audio system, and modern HD projector with 22-foot by 22-foot screen. Originally designed in 1928 as a bank in the Classical Revival style by renowned architects Cross & Cross, the 5,800-square-foot Ballroom is adorned with 30-foot bronze capped marble mosaic columns. The room’s particular glory is a wraparound mural by artist Griffith Baily Coale, depicting generations of sailing vessels that reflect New York’s history as a port city and celebrate the Ballroom’s location in the heart of history. The Broad Street Ballroom is a place of celebration and community for the Léman Manhattan Preparatory School. Such events include The Ballroom’s partnership with The Artists Den, the critically acclaimed television and digital music series best known for presenting small, secret concerts by extraordinary artists in non-traditional settings for the TV show Live from the Artists Den. The show connects fans with a unique and intimate musical experience for some of the industry’s finest acts. Live from the Artists Den broadcasts nationally on public television, and internationally in the UK, Japan, Germany, Australia, Canada, Israel, and Latin America.

• Spaces for 8-75 Guests
• 4 Event Spaces

The Residence inn Jersey City is an ideal venue for events, conference and seminars. The hotel offers a choice of 3 meeting rooms and 1 lounge offering the latest in conference facilities. Themed coffee breaks, state-of-the-art audio visual equipment, high speed Wi-Fi internet connectivity and adjoining terrace for recharging.

• Spaces for 1,200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Watermark provides a sophisticated setting for elegantly designed private events, parties, fundraisers, weddings, festivals, and more. Its contemporary yet timeless design complements both daytime and nighttime vistas of the East River. Our convenient location, perfect for social and business events of all kinds, produces thoughtful cuisine, faultless service, and innovative ideas for events of all sizes. Watermark provides the finest level of service in the event management sector thanks to its many years of experience managing the most prestigious waterfront event venues in New York City. Vendors and event planners may have some interesting and exciting prospects working within a New York event space like Watermark. To do this, we only collaborate with suppliers who have a thorough grasp of our event venue as well as a track record of providing outstanding service and professionalism. We're glad you're here at Watermark Events, a prominent venue for private events on Manhattan's renowned South Street Seaport. It is a beautiful and modern venue for your upcoming celebration.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Gathering has always been at the heart of Shell's Loft. We love seeing our spaces as the backdrop for all of life's celebrations! Our Fort Greene location is a one-of-a-kind venue with a modern Brooklyn loft feel that's woven with warmth and character. Our flexible indoor-outdoor space makes it a perfect setting for life's celebrations, corporate gatherings, and more! Shell's Loft Fort Greene features three beautiful, light-filled spaces decked out with Shell's signature decor and our biggest plants (and indoor trees!) yet. Celebrate in our large Main Loft with a modern attached backyard, enjoy cocktail hour on our rooftop, or savor Marlow's food at an intimate dinner with your favorite people in one of our smaller lofts.

Welcome the exclusivity. A southern twist on a historic concept is awoken by effervescent cocktails and spirited conversations. Experience the mirage of dimly lit candles and streaks of neon, as melodic chords diffuse this sunken hideaway. Aristocrats, bourgeoisie, and industrialists intersect for a taste of classically styled hors d'oeuvres and cocktails. A memorable den for quintessential soireés. Soulful hospitality at the start of every introduction. Under the Boot stirs in crowds with a thirst for spontaneity. Reveal its hidden location. This speakeasy is only a whisper away.

Lucky Tiger is an Asian-inspired cocktail bar and event space in New York City, known for its bold design, inventive cocktails, and energetic nightlife atmosphere. Blending Asian influences with a downtown NYC edge, Lucky Tiger offers four distinct spaces, elevated hospitality, and memorable experiences for private events and celebrations.

The Great Hall, a New York City landmark located in lower Manhattan, is an Italian neo-renaissance masterpiece that is a New York City Landmark. This magnificent space, designed by Benjamin Wistar Morris and completed in 1921, boasts 65-foot-high ceilings, soaring marble columns, magnificent inlaid floors, and murals painted by Ezra Winter, among other features. With its four-generation tradition of cuisine and service, the venue is the ideal complement to any elegant social, charitable, or corporate event. This Italian neo-Renaissance inspired masterpiece, designed by architect Benjamin Wistar Morris and completed in 1921, boasts 65 foot high ceilings, soaring marble columns, and magnificent inlaid floors. The Cunard Building was designed by architect Benjamin Wistar Morris and completed in 1921. The grandly presented maritime theme emphasizes the power and reach of the Cunard Line when its new headquarters opened in 1919, at a time when New York had grown to become the world's largest city and busiest port, as well as the world's largest city and busiest port. After passing through the opulent vestibule and great hall, which was inspired by ancient Roman baths and where transatlantic voyages on liners like the Queen Mary and the two Queen Elizabeths were booked, visitors are greeted by a grand staircase. A decorative program centered on shipping themes was developed in collaboration with muralist Ezra Winter, and as a result, the lobby is adorned with starfish, seahorses, shells, and sirens, as well as the Nina, Pinta, and Santa Maria, three sailing ships used by Christopher Columbus on his voyages to the New World.

• Spaces for 16-550 Guests
• 5 Restaurants

Rooted in the heart of old New York, the Delmonico brothers established Delmonico’s in 1827, first as a confectionery, by 1837 the brothers opened the restaurant extension of Delmonico's, becoming known as America's first fine dining restaurant. During that era Delmonico’s became world-renowned. In 1923, due to the woes of prohibition the brothers made the decision to shutter Delmonico’s. Today, Delmonico’s richly stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of American culinary innovation. For nearly two centuries, in a continuous pursuit of gastronomic excellence, Delmonico’s has catered to royalty, society, luminaries, and visionaries. With a storied past filled with pioneering techniques, iconic dishes, and a commitment to conviviality and hospitality, Delmonico's shaped the very fabric of American dining experience.

• Spaces for 15-180 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 1 Outdoor

Route 66 Smokehouse is located on historic Stone Street in the Financial District. Chef Billy Kooper's menu features unique twists on beloved BBQ and American recipes with a strong emphasis on hand-selected locally sourced ingredients. Our All-American Whiskey list is comprised of an array of highly acclaimed Bourbons, Ryes and Whiskeys. On tap is a strictly 100% American craft beer selection. We also feature happy hours and bottomless brunch. The restaurant is decked out in reclaimed barn wood and decorated with hand-painted murals offering a rustic vibe with old fashioned Southern Hospitality! During the warmer months enjoy dining in our 90 person outdoor patio. "Come indulge in the Bourbon, Brew & Barbecue!"

• Spaces for 170-2,180 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 3 Event Spaces

An Unrivaled Setting for Private Events Cipriani South Street at the Battery Maritime Building is the new home to New York’s most exciting and important gatherings. The renaissance of this magnificent architectural treasure was led by the internationally acclaimed design house of Thierry Despont, whose other well-known historical restoration projects include the Ritz Hotel in Paris, the Statue of Liberty, the Carlyle Hotel and the Woolworth Building in New York City among others. An abundance of unique details have been beautifully preserved throughout the building including the expansive patterned glass ceiling in the Great Hall, the Guastavino tile arches of the loggia, hundreds of mullioned glass windows, and exposed period ironwork. The second floor events complex includes a private arrival foyer and grand staircase, two separate pre-function rooms, and the 9,000 square foot Great Hall which accommodates up to 800 seated guests. Windowed pre-function spaces filled with natural light offer separate spaces for cocktails, ceremonies and breakout meetings, including a rare outdoor loggia spanning the full length of the building facade. Two private green rooms, each with panoramic views of the East River, complete the scene.

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 80-400 Guests
• 6 Museums
• 6 Landmarks

Make the breathtaking views of the New York Harbor the backdrop for your next memorable social, corporate or non-profit event. The Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust in Battery Park offers unparalleled indoor and outdoor spaces for events that are at once beautiful, meaningful, and inspirational. The Museum of Jewish Heritage is a versatile venue for gala dinners, conferences, luncheons, film/commercial shoots, performances, theater presentations, and everything in between. We also offer customized event experiences for significant life celebrations such as engagements, weddings, mitzvahs and memorials. All nine of our distinctive event spaces are housed in the Robert M. Morgenthau Wing, an 82,000-square-foot addition unveiled in 2003, while the hexagonal Core building housing the Museum’s main exhibitions opened in 1997. Both buildings were designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Kevin Roche and John Dinkeloo with interiors by Patrick Gallagher and exterior plaza and landscaping by Olin Studio.

• Spaces for 86-110 Guests

At The Artel Garden, We Provide the Perfect Setting for your next Private Event, Corporate Retreat, Bat/Bar Mitzvah or your Dream Wedding. We can Host, Design and Plan in a Variety of Setting to Anticipate the Guest Satisfaction, from our Fireside Dining and Lounge Area to our Full Liquor Bar With Breathtaking Delicious Food and Cocktails Available for Any Occasion. Please Contact us if you would like to inquire about Hosting your Next Event at The Artel Garden.

• Spaces for 20-100 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 2 Hotels
• 2 Total Spaces

Flexible Spaces. Seamless Service. Memorable Views. From inspired meetings to relaxed receptions and happy hours, Hampton Inn Brooklyn Downtown offers elevated spaces and thoughtful service — all in the heart of Brooklyn. Enjoy urban comfort and a warm welcome when you stay at Hampton Inn Brooklyn/Downtown. Conveniently located in the bustling heart of Brooklyn, at the foot of the Manhattan Bridge, this stylish Brooklyn hotel is three blocks from the Metro Tech Center and just a few subway stops from City Hall, Tribeca and Manhattan's Financial District. Newark Liberty International Airport is only 16 miles from our friendly hotel in Brooklyn, NY. Total event space: 2,264 sq. ft. • Largest room setup: 874 sq. ft. • Four meeting rooms: o The 23rd Floor Skyline Suite that overlooks stunning views of Manhattan o The Brooklyn Suite o The Boardroom — a sophisticated space with a large LED TV o The Event Room — an upscale multipurpose room for up to 30 guests • 262 guest rooms, each featuring a fresh Hampton bed®, LCD flat-screen TV, coffee maker, iron with ironing board and free in-room movie channel • Free hot breakfast and On-the-Run breakfast bags (available Monday through Friday) • Free Wi-Fi

• Spaces for 30-149 Guests
• 1 Boat

Arabella is a 157-foot luxury megayacht designed to host unforgettable corporate events for up to 140 guests. Departing from the Manhattan Yacht Club clubhouse in Jersey City, Arabella offers stunning views of the New York Harbor and skyline, providing a one-of-a-kind backdrop for networking receptions, product launches, client entertainment, and executive retreats. With three spacious decks, elegant interiors, and flexible event layouts, Arabella combines the prestige of a private yacht with seamless event services, including curated catering, AV support, and customizable branding opportunities. From spring through fall, Arabella is the ultimate floating venue for corporations seeking to impress and inspire.

• Spaces for 16-70 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar
• 1 Event Space

Rhodora Wine Bar is a cozy and refined natural wine bar nestled in the heart of Fort Greene, Brooklyn. Known for its thoughtfully curated wine list, zero-waste ethos, and intimate ambiance, Rhodora is the perfect backdrop for elegant celebrations, private parties, and unforgettable gatherings. Whether you’re planning a small cocktail-style reception or a seated dinner, our warm, design-forward space and sustainable approach to food and drink create a truly memorable experience.

Eclectic and stunning New York City views from the penthouse of this gorgeous lounge! Perfect for a networking cocktail, your next social, or an off-site corporate meeting. Both indoor and outdoor terraces available, so schmooze in style while immersed right in the middle of the New York City skyline!