Top Upper West Side Gala Venues

• Spaces for 20-150 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

Celebrate your next special occasion at Gramercy Tavern, a New York City landmark since 1994. Your guests will enjoy the ever-evolving seasonal menu of Chef Michael Anthony showcasing the best of local farms and purveyors, a thoughtful wine selection, and warm hospitality and service. With our private and full restaurant buyout dining options, we have something to fit every party size and occasion. Let us make your next event one to remember.

• Spaces for 100-350 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Event Space

The secretive IYK, YK Meatpacking event space, Hearsay, is a brand new club, which has a state-of-the-art sound and lighting system that creates a secretive, exclusive vibe. With red velvet couches, a full length bar, and DJ booth towards the front, this event space is perfect for intimate events.

• Spaces for 190-750 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

The Altman Building is proud to celebrate over 22 years of providing event services at our landmark historic venue. Established in 1896 as the carriage house for the B. Altman department store, The Altman Building is now a versatile private event venue, boasting 14,000 square feet over two floors. Our venue entrance is ground level and virtually column-free, providing unparalleled flexibility in event production. Our original mahogany French doors connect directly to the street to allow for seamless ground-level load in and welcome visitors and guests into an expansive piece of New York history. With custom hardwood floors, exposed vaulted brick ceilings, and an expanse of windows that lend an endless cascade of natural light, The Altman Building is an elegant, memorable and exciting venue to host your next event. We welcome your next event at The Altman Building, where old-world charm meets modern technologies.

• Spaces for 25-500 Guests
• 4 Museums
• 4 Landmarks
• 7 Total Spaces

Museum of the Moving Image is the ideal venue if you are looking for a unique, modern location for your wedding, celebration, gala, fundraiser, screening or corporate event. The Museum is available Monday - Thursday starting at 6:00 pm and on Saturday and Sunday evenings starting at 7:00 p.m. The Museum's sleek Lobby/Cafe as well as its versatile Digital Learning Suite are flexible spaces for dinner and dancing that can be configured in different ways depending on the style of your reception. Galleries remain open during your event for your guests to enjoy the Museum's many interactive experiences, iconic artifacts, and vintage video games. There are multiple spaces that allow for the projection of custom content throughout the Museum. The Museum's Courtyard space is also available (weather permitting).

• Spaces for 250-550 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Located on the 3rd Floor of the beloved Chelsea Market and positioned overlooking one of the world's most innovative public spaces, the High Line, West Edge reveals unparalleled views of New York City's coveted western waterfront. The space is powered by Creative Edge Parties, a leading Culinary Design & Event Production company in NYC that creates fully immersive social experiences, exquisite food and flawless execution. West Edge with Creative Edge Parties is the perfect team offering a stunning event space, culinary expertise, design and creative production. Spanning over 10,000 square-feet, West Edge can accommodate any type of event, from product launches and conferences, fashion shows and benefits, to lavish cocktail parties and intimate dinners. The vast view offers both the serenity of a sunset on the Hudson, as well as the energy of the people walking the High Line. Whatever your event may be, come find your view at West Edge.

• Spaces for 50-300 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Event Space
• 3 Total Spaces

The New York Botanical Garden is a showplace of nature in every season and offers a variety of unique spaces as a backdrop for your special event. Indoors and out, you will find some of the world’s most spectacular settings—from our historic Victorian glasshouse, cascading waterfall, and 50 acres of forest, to rolling hills, wetlands, and stunning plant collections.

• Spaces for 100-300 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 1 Meeting Space

Nestled in one of New York City’s most vibrant and sought-after neighborhoods, Union Square Kitchen and its adjacent Patio Party Room offer a uniquely cinematic backdrop for events and productions of all kinds. The space blends historic character with modern innovation, featuring Samsung appliances, a smart refrigerator, 72-foot exposed brick wall,16-foot ceilings, and 14-foot windows that flood the rooms with natural light. Original wooden floors preserve the story of the building’s past: once a shirt factory in the late 1800s, later the home of Caroline Kennedy, and eventually the headquarters of a comic book company famous for selling a first-edition Batman comic for $1 million. Our venue has become a trusted home for creators and brands, hosting everything from influencer gatherings and corporate events to TV commercials, film productions, and editorial shoots. Most notably, our kitchens served as the set for nine seasons of Chopped Junior. With a central location just north of Union Square and a seamless blend of style, history, and utility, our spaces are designed to elevate any production or event. Let Union Square Kitchen and the Patio Party Room be the backdrop to your next unforgettable project.

• Spaces for 75 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces

Since Raines on 17th street opened in 2009, it has become an institution in the New York City speakeasy scene. The authenticity, secrecy and mouth watering cocktails have made Raines a destination parlor in The Flatiron District. Upon ringing the doorbell and entering our parlor, guests escape the bustling New York City streets and are transported to another era of decadence and tranquility. We look forward to hosting you and your guests, cocktails in hand. Yours Sincerely, Raines

• Spaces for 40-200 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 1 Meeting Space
• 2 Lofts

Our Lofts are the most elegant event spaces in downtown NYC, located in the heart of Manhattan, just steps from Union Square. The Annex is a 3000+ sq ft loft with high ceilings and a mezzanine loft and AV equipment, is the perfect canvas to be transformed into your next dream event, photo and film shoot, fashion show or performance. You'll find a blank canvas ready for your to let creative side run wild. The Sixth Floor Loft is a 1200 sq ft loft, elegantly furnished, and with AV capability that is the perfect location to host intimate events of up to 50 people for sit down events and 80/100 people for standing events. It is also the perfect space to host your next press event, shower or intimate cocktail event and more. The two spaces can be combined to create a spacious 4000+ sq ft space, acting a lounge area, green room, break out room, or reception space.

• Spaces for 10-200 Guests
• 4 Restaurants

Whether you’re planning a business lunch for your team or a wedding reception with your loved ones, we’re here to help you host an unforgettable event. Supported by our incredible team, we have semi-private and private event spaces ready to accommodate a wide range of party formats and sizes. In the following pages, you’ll find everything you need to plan your next event, including information about our spaces, layouts, menus, and team.

• Spaces for 55 Guests
• 1 Meeting Space

Located in the heart of downtown Dallas, Gadfly Bar is a stylish gathering spot known for its craft cocktails, moody lighting, and intimate ambiance. The venue’s sleek design and curated atmosphere make it ideal for private events, launch parties, and social celebrations. Guests enjoy a vibrant yet polished environment that captures the creative energy of the city while offering a refined urban experience.

• Spaces for 400-600 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Rooftop
• 7 Total Spaces

Daylight Studio Hudson Yards is a premier production and event destination in the heart of Manhattan. Spanning over 13,000 sq. ft. across five flexible studio options—Studio 1, Studio 3, Studio 9, Loft 9, and Loft 10—the venue accommodates projects and events of virtually any scale. Featuring 15 ft. high ceilings, a professional 22 ft. L × 21 ft. W × 14 ft. H cyclorama wall, abundant natural daylight, freight elevator and loading dock access, in-house production support, and private terrace access via Studio 1 and Loft 10, the space is designed for seamless production workflows and exceptional guest experiences. Ideal for photo and video shoots, film productions, corporate events, fashion shows, New York Fashion Week activations, bridal showrooms, brand activations, castings, celebrity interviews, international showrooms, product launches, and private events, Hudson Yards offers the flexibility and production infrastructure trusted by creative teams, brands, agencies, and event professionals. Conveniently located just minutes from Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall, the Javits Center, major subway lines, leading Manhattan hotels, and production vendors, Hudson Yards provides outstanding accessibility for local and international productions alike.

• Spaces for 20-100 Guests
• 3 Bars
• 3 Event Spaces

Celebrate your special event at our whimsical cocktail parlor in Gramercy, just steps from Union Square. Step into a setting inspired by the magic of Midnight in Paris, where each room transports you to a different era. Begin in a space evoking the JFK years and journey through time to the elegance of Marie Antoinette. Designed by Delphine Mauroit, the interiors create a backdrop as unforgettable as your celebration. Whether you’re planning a milestone birthday party, romantic engagement celebration, stylish wedding reception, or polished corporate gathering, our venue provides the perfect stage. With timeless cocktails crafted by Meaghan Dorman and a space designed for connection and delight, every event becomes an experience to remember. We look forward to hosting your journey—cocktails in hand. Yours sincerely, Dear Irving Dear Irving Gramercy Virtual Tour: https://mpembed.com/show/?m=HMnZfceRz8k&hdir=1&details=2&mdir=3

• Spaces for 45-325 Guests
• 1 Rooftop
• 4 Event Spaces
• 4 Total Spaces

Triangle Loft is a newly renovated flexible space where urban meets modern and the scene never seen. Perched privately on the top floor of the Little Flatiron Building in the heart of the Meatpacking District, our loft-like open space is preserved with white brick walls and original 1849 exposed wood beams and rafters. Natural sunlight and moonlight fill the space by way of our full wrap around floor-to-ceiling windows. The exclusivity of this multi-functional space is defined in many ways as we are ‘exclusively inclusive’. We offer private events including production shoots, product launches, activations, and dinners which pay our monthly bills. Our public events include culturally curated art + photography installations designed for members of the community who want to experience this one-of-a-kind loft and feel our vibe! Triangle Loft believes in humans being humans in a place where inspiration is provided, and creativity executed. Triangle Loft focuses on local spirits and beers while our wine stays global. We proudly partner with biodynamic sustainable farmers & woman owned and operated distilleries. Our food options run the gamut from private chefs to off premise caterers and the best pizza places and taco gigs in town.

The full venue can host up to 170 guests, with the ground floor available for 80–100 and the cellar perfect for 40–70. The space features a recording-studio–inspired bar and lounge, along with three private soundproof karaoke rooms for added fun. A professional AV system, large LED displays, a fully equipped bar, a spacious commercial kitchen. There’s also a coat check, and five bathrooms, including one ADA-accessible.

• Spaces for 60-90 Guests

Mikado is where tradition meets the heart of the neighborhood. With its tranquil ambiance and open spaces, our restaurant is the perfect place to host your special event. We accommodate up to 90 guests and offer a private room for up to 50, ensuring an intimate setting for any occasion. Indulge in our fresh and flavorful traditional Japanese dishes that will leave you craving more. Whether it's a celebration or a gathering, we are here to make your moment memorable in the serene surroundings of Mikado.

• Spaces for 40-100 Guests

Adjacent to Union Square Park and just steps off 5th Avenue, THE WELL New York is a 13,000-square-foot holistic medical wellness center in the heart of New York City. Through design choices, high-touch amenities, vetted products, well-sourced ingredients and more, THE WELL makes taking care of yourself feel easy again. Restaurant & Retail Library & Relaxation Lounge Meditation Dome Mindful Movement Studio Private Training Gym Locker Rooms Full Service Spa & Recovery Room Eastern & Western Medical Practice

• Spaces for 220 Guests

Unwind in Manhattan's hip meatpacking district with a cocktail party at Common Ground. Under 20 foot ceilings and an impressive skylight at Common Ground, your guests can dance away the evening at a cocktail party featuring passed hors d'oeuvres and playlists curated by New York's most well-known DJs. With buyout and seated dinner options also available, Common Ground could just become your new go-to spot for cocktail hours, dinners or any sort of client entertainment.

• Spaces for 35-120 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar
• 1 space at this venue

Welcome to the alluring world of Le Louis a cocktail bar underneath REYNA, nestled in the heart of Union Square in New York City. The moment you step through our door you'll be transported to a world of robust flavors and tantalizing aromas. Offering New Yorkers a new, sultry setting to enjoy higher end cocktails, wines, light bites and bespoke music. Our menu features a selection of small plates and signature cocktails inspired by the vibrant cuisine across the Mediterranean. From our house-made dips to our flavorful shawarma platter and fresh seafood, each dish is crafted with passion and precision, using only the finest ingredients, curating a journey across the sun-kissed shores of Greece and Spain, the spice markets of Lebanon, and the bustling streets of Portugal and Istanbul.