Top Upper West Side Gala Venues

It’s All About You, Really. Ulrich Studios is critically acclaimed for its unique wedding style deeply rooted in photojournalism and influenced by fine art and fashion photography. We pride ourselves on not just being photographers, but artists creating unique and expressive imagery that tell the story of the beginning of your lives together. We’ll capture each moment of your day and immortalize the magic in a beautiful, custom album worthy of the Ulrich Studios brand. Above all else, we are committed to you. Famous for turning frenzy into fabulous, we not only make your portraits special but also make your entire day an enjoyable, smooth experience. We are so grateful for your trust and work tirelessly to create a package and experience that meets your unique needs. In the end, our philosophy on client service creates beautiful friendships with each and every one of our clients that goes far beyond the day of your wedding. We are here for you.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Welcome to Above Twelve, Marcia Selden Catering & Events exclusive event space in New York City. Located in the heart of the fashion district, Above Twelve is a modern, light-filled, airy space available for rent that can fit 200 guests for a cocktail party or 75 guests for a seated dinner. For 40 years, Marcia Selden Catering & Events has been known for extraordinary food, creativity and highly polished professional service. Marcia Selden Catering is a member of the Leading Caterers of America, was named the ICA (International Caterers Association) Caterer AND Chef of the Year, listed in The Knot Best of Weddings Hall of Fame, and in December of 2015 they were the first caterer ever to be named to the Connecticut Restaurant Association’s Hall of Fame. Above Twelve's amenities include a convenient freight elevator, a private entrance, two restrooms and a beautiful terrace. The venue hosts a wide variety of events including cocktail parties, seated dinners, weddings, showers, milestone events, corporate events, pop-up shops, social media influencer events, culinary productions, and photo shoots.

At the top of the Beekman Tower, Ophelia is a charming, elegant cocktail lounge. Enjoy a 360° patio in a greenhouse with stunning Manhattan panoramas. A unique design. A Five Star Menu. 365 days a year. It was originally used as a hotel and women's-only club by the national Greek-letter sororities. The Beekman Tower was the new name given to it, and it was made public in 1934. This revered landmark of traditional New York architecture, created by John Mead Howells and showcasing sculptures by Rene Paul Chambellan, is topped by Ophelia. New Yorkers' inspiration, including former regular Frank Sinatra. You can now enjoy it. The 26th floor's doors have reopened, and a new generation is being inspired by them. Ready to plan your private event? Send us a message, and we'll respond to you as quickly as we can. Alternatively, you can call us at 212.980.4796. Looking forward to your response.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

Event Venues Our hotel is great for your next celebration or offsite conference because it is centrally located between Manhattan and Queens and has unobstructed skyline views from the third level. We offer a range of diverse settings to host groups of any size with 3,800 square feet of adaptable meeting and event space – both indoors and out. The nearby Verizon Executive Education Center has 15,000 square feet of state-of-the-art conference space for groups in need of more room. MINNEHANONCK BALLROOM The Minnehanonck Ballroom combines the elegance of a ballroom with the tech-inspired décor of Graduate Roosevelt Island, making it a great venue for your next large soirée or business gathering. The location, which is on the third story of the hotel, has spectacular views of the city and the East River. To welcome guests, rent it with our private Cherry Blossom pre-function room. ELEANOR BOARDROOM Our Eleanor Boardroom, with a pre-set boardroom table for 12, flat screen TVs, and the newest tech touches, is the perfect place to host your meeting or small function. CHERRY BLOSSOM ROOM Our Cherry Blossom Room can be booked separately or in conjunction with the Minnehanonck Room as a private location to greet guests. Weddings Look no further than Graduate Roosevelt Island for the ideal event rooms to make your wedding unforgettable. Our private rooms are designed with clean lines, modern lighting, and stunning views, making them the ideal setting for your big day. We have a venue that is perfect for your nuptial needs, from large venues for cocktail receptions for up to 150 people to smaller spaces for private weddings. Catering We can assist you in planning any meeting or get-together, from business meetings to cocktail parties. Our innovative event and culinary teams will work with you to create a catering menu that is tailored to your specific needs for both large and small gatherings.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

• Spaces for 80 Guests

Celebrate your special day in a chic residential-style setting—whether you want a tranquil inner courtyard or a venue overlooking the New York Public Library. We host only one wedding per day, ensuring your unique experience.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

The Refinery Rooftop provides endless event possibilities year-round, with over 3,500 square feet and breathtaking views of the Empire State Building and surrounding skyline. The unique design of Refinery Rooftop makes for a truly unique event space with flexibility that adapts to your vision. There are three distinct sections: a dedicated indoor area, an outdoor terrace and an indoor/outdoor patio with a retractable glass roof.

• 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 150-232 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

• 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 30-150 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 3 Meeting Spaces

OFFSITE is NYC’s premier corporate meeting space, designed to inspire creativity and optimize productivity. We offer exclusive access to our three-story venue, state-of-the-art AV technology, and premium hospitality. OFFSITE is perfect for corporate meetings, events, holiday parties, and experiential brand activations. Located in the heart of New York City, we provide a seamless, all-inclusive experience with dedicated on-site support. Whether you’re hosting a Fortune 100 conference or a team-building activity for your startup, OFFSITE ensures your event stands out. Reserve your spot today!

• 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 25-250 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

An intimate cocktail lounge and rooftop destination situated on the top floor of Hotel Hendricks in Midtown Manhattan. Grounded in Australian tradition and New York soul, Daintree offers a lively setting for imaginative cocktails and globally inspired bites, paired with oversized windows and sweeping views of the city skyline.

• Spaces for 5-125 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 2 Bars
• 2 Total Spaces

With a buzzy main bar, semiprivate lounge and more-intimate alcove, Archer’s casually hip AKB hotel bar is a great place to host gatherings, power lunches, after-work events, casual group dinners and cocktail receptions. Expect signature cocktails, well-traveled wines and frosty beers, plus elevated, hand-crafted fare from the open kitchen. Midtown’s favorite rooftop bar, Spyglass, welcomes with a stylish 1940s-inspired ambiance and an up-close Empire State Building view. Craft cocktails, approachable wines and local brews complement delectable, shareable bites. Our intimate rooftop spaces are spectacular backdrops for intimate gatherings. And our staff ensures that you enjoy your classically cool event as much as your guests do.

• Spaces for 80-120 Guests

Isla & Co. was born from the culture of the Australian hospitality industry creating an approachable dining destination in an elevated environment. Serving specialty coffee and brunch dishes inspired by Australian coastal towns by day and a cocktail driven dinner destination by night, Isla & Co. also draws influences from Europe and South East Asia. The menu encapsulates Australian style cooking - excellent cuts of meat paired with bright flavors alongside vegetable focussed dishes and is designed to fit the bill for your morning coffee, a mid-week lunch walk-in, an intimate dinner date or a local social gathering spot, providing a convivial eatery boasting healthy, always-fresh, seasonal, high-quality ingredients and dishes, alongside an always engaging service.

• 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 200-300 Guests
• 4 Event Spaces

At Hudson Mercantile, we offer a unique and versatile raw venue space that has played host to a plethora of prestigious events, ranging from major TV shows and movies to fashion shows and experiential product launches. Our state-of-the-art facility has been the preferred choice for renowned companies such as Toyota, Lexus, Smirnoff, Netflix, Instagram, Nike, and Swarovski Crystals, providing them with an exceptional setting to showcase their brands and captivate audiences. This unparalleled venue of Hudson Mercantile consists of two unique private event spaces: the Gallery, and the Studio, each with its own distinguishing characteristics. The ground floor is the Gallery, consisting of 5,000 square feet of event space. Choose this event space at Hudson Mercantile for special events like product launches and social events. For elegant, larger-scale events, choose the Studio at Hudson Mercantile with rustic concrete floors and 14-foot ceilings.

• Spaces for 10-100 Guests
• 4 Meeting Spaces

Central. This is Meet in Place Midtown. In the center of Manhattan, just 3 minutes’ walk from Grand Central Station. You’ll pass the Chrysler building as you make your way to a venue that offers respite from the intensity that is Midtown. Channel this into productive meetings, conferences, and off-sites in this meticulously designed location.

• 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 20-700 Guests
• 13 Restaurants
• 7 Bars
• 13 Total Spaces

Zuma is an experience. the brand was born out of a desire to celebrate the intense enjoyment of food and people coming together. step inside and be transported into our world where every moment pulses with energy. whether it’s the hum of the bar, the spectacle of the open kitchen, or the rhythm of seamless service – nothing waits here. it’s a place where every sensation ignites, drawing you into the pulse of the moment — where connections spark, whether among friends or strangers. at Zuma, life is happening now — don’t miss a second. the first Zuma was opened in Knightsbridge, London, with a concept developed by Rainer Becker during his six years working in Tokyo, where he immersed himself in Japanese cuisine and culture. at Zuma - New York our 6 private event rooms, and semi-private spaces offer exclusive locations for an array of business meetings and events as well as social dining: accommodating both cocktail style receptions, executive board meetings, presentations as well as seated lunches and dinners. these versatile spaces can accommodate everything from cocktail-style receptions and executive board meetings to presentations and seated lunches or dinners. each room is fully equipped with the latest technology, making them perfect for hosting events from intimate gatherings to grand celebrations of up to 500 people. we offer a diverse selection of menus, and our expert sommelier and beverage teams are available to tailor drink pairings to perfectly complement your celebration or event.