Top Chelsea Graduation Party Venues

• Spaces for 50 Guests

• Spaces for 200 Guests

With stunning views of downtown NYC, The Rooftop @ Manny Cantor Center is an ideal venue and event space to host your special events; industry gatherings, launch events, weddings, and other celebrations. Available for rent to individuals, corporations, small businesses, and community organizations, each rental supports Manny Cantor Center community programming and our vibrant Lower East Side community.

Merchants Cigar Bar, which opened in 1996, is a modern lounge with a midcentury design that takes visitors back in time. True to the era of the opulent Havana High Life, indoor smoking is permitted, fresh ingredients are used in cocktails, and music is played until the wee hours of the morning. The architecture and furnishings in merchants are appealing and genuine; every component is a fresh take on traditional design. Visitors descend a beautiful mahogany paneled staircase that is accented with brass, illuminated by diffused light, and features floor to ceiling bronze mirrors. Upon entering the lounge, visitors are greeted to the right by an opulent handcrafted brass bar, while couples and bigger groups are welcomed to the left by quaint tables and custom leather booths. Handmade Calico Wallpaper and lighting pieces from Triple Seven and Soho House are used to decorate the room. Merchants Cigar Bar provides visitors with an atmosphere that is powered by mystery with touches of luxury in every aspect thanks to its creative branding and artwork by renowned Berlin-based agency Maison C.C. and illustrator Benedikt Rugar.

• Spaces for 60-225 Guests
• 1 Event Space

In its authentic Milanese style, Sant Ambroeus offers a perfect blend of simplicity and quality of product, tradition and craftsmanship woven into our warm hospitality. Sant Ambroeus Brookfield, our latest downtown post, attracts business professionals in the area as well as the prestigious fashion crowds with its unique interior design and vast space. Our multifunctional Mezzanine stands as the ideal venue for all forms of private gatherings, from social to business ones, offering breathtaking views of the World Trade Center.

• Spaces for 60 Guests

North is Chef Eyal Shani's newest full service restaurant, specializing in highlighting the flavors of Israeli cuisine in its simplest form. Our kitchen prepares everything in-house and the menu changes daily to reflect what's fresh & new each day. The menu features fresh, seasonal vegetable small plates paired with larger fish and meat dishes designed to share. We combine the vibes of Tel Aviv with the flavors of Israel to introduce you to the North experience on the Upper West Side. We love hosting parties for groups of all sizes. Whatever the size or occasion, let’s have some good food & good times. For groups of 30+, we offer a PARTY UPSTAIRS, which is a buyout of our second floor private dining room. We'll serve our signature North Feast, but in your own private space.

• Spaces for 18-225 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor
• 5 Event Spaces

Nestled in the epicenter of Manhattan’s vibrant New Down town lies New York’s last hidden architectural treasure, The Beekman. Built in 1881 as one of Manhattan’s first skyscrapers, the heart of this iconic landmark building is its extraordinary nine-story Victorian atrium and the majestic pyramidal skylight. It's our pleasure to provide a distinctly New York experience to you and your guests. We have several spaces ranging from grand rooms for larger events and weddings to retro-vibe cocktail spaces. Acclaimed chef and restaurateur Tom Colicchio has conceptualized exclusive menus, paired with unique offerings to enhance your most cherished moments.

• 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 40-1,600 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 1 Outdoor

Perfectly suited for casual corporate gatherings, romantic waterfront engagement parties, or lavish prix fixe dinners, each of our spaces uniquely caters to your event's character. Create your distinctive moment with us. THE GARDEN ROOM The Garden Room boasts capacity of 500 guests with natural light during the day, a view of the sunset on the Hudson, and a romantic glow during the evening. LIBERTY BISTRO DINING ROOM A chic and cozy brasserie, our water facing dining room boasts views of Jersey City and a perfect ambiance for an upscale casual social or corporate dinner. Up to 150 guests standing and 90 guests seated. LE BAR Dimly lit and with direct waterfront exposure, Le Bar is perfect for corporate events with plenty of libations and small bites to choose from. Up to 170 guests. LIBERTY BISTRO TERRACE Our waterfront patio is adorned with hanging flowers. Enjoy unobstructed views of the Hudson River, golden hour sunsets year-round destination to enjoy golden hour sunsets, to celebrate special occasions. Our terrace can be split into multiple smaller sections (please see our capacity breakdown for more info). Full terrace: up to 500 guests. L'APPART With a capacity ranging from 50 guests for standing receptions to 32 for seated events, the L’Appart team ensures personalized attention for every attendee. Each guest enjoys a unique, carefully curated experience in a setting that exudes warmth and sophistication. BAR A VIN A full circle bar in the heart of Le District with a focus on French wine. Up to 150 guests THE GRILL Tucked between The Grill, the Rotisserie and Charcuterie and Cheese Station, immerse yourself in the buzz of our market. Up to 75 guests CAFÉ GOURMAND For small gatherings just a step out of the Brookfield Place mall, be at the center of attention in our entry! Up to 35 guests CONVENE Cutting-edge meeting rooms, conference rooms, and event spaces that come in all shapes and sizes, for gatherings large and small.

• Spaces for 40-200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Event Space

Opened in October of 2018, Recreation is the latest installment from restauranteur and nightlife operator Jon Neidich of Golden Age Hospitality. Located upstairs at Moxy NYC Downtown Hotel in the Financial District, Recreation is a 5000 sq. ft. communal co-working space by day and a bar by night - serving as the ultimate living room for the neighborhood. The cocktail program—designed by Jim Kearns—showcases one of the most advanced tap cocktail systems in the country. The food menu at Recreation features all-day, evening, and late night dishes from Chef Akhtar Nawab of Alta Calidad. Drawing inspiration from the rec room at your neighbor's house, Recreation also features an old school Arcade Machine with games like Ms. Pacman and a half court-sized basketball court– designed to host events or just play ball. The only truly private event space in Recreation, the “Flex Space,” is a fully functioning half-basketball court with floor to ceiling windows, an authentic retro gym floors imported from a Midwestern high school, a state-of-the-art projector, foosball, and optional ping pong table. Whether you’re looking to shoot some hoops, host a daytime meeting, milestone birthday party, networking reception, shower, or any other type of special event, Recreation's Flex Space is the perfect setting for it all.

• Spaces for 185 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The Greenpoint Loft is an exquisite multipurpose space/event hall, located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Originally a pre-WWII era warehouse the venue has been restored to its original raw appearance; exposed high beam ceilings, wooden floors, and open window skylights. The Greenpoint Loft facility includes the main loft space (5000 s.f.), mezzanine level (1000 s.f.) and a rooftop that boasts a magnificent view of the Manhattan skyline overlooking the East River. The immense open floor allows for the most control over the design of your event. Ideal for art exhibitions, photo shoots, weddings or any other event that requires an extravagant blank space. The Greenpoint Loft gives off a timeless Brooklyn vibe from the moment you set foot in the door. Give your next event a classy atmosphere with The Greenpoint Loft! Greenpoint loft is an affiliate of BK Venues, a collection of unique event venues located in prime Brooklyn locations.

• Spaces for 125-350 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 space at this venue

The Box House Hotel features incredible spaces for any event. The Rooftop, Penthouse, Two-O-Six, and Brooklyn Lantern combine to make The Box House Hotel an ideal atmosphere to host an array of events including intimate weddings, birthdays, bridal showers, baby showers, anniversaries, product launches, meetings, fundraisers, and much more.

• Spaces for 300-400 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Built in the 1890’s, this Brooklyn landmark played a huge role in the American Industrial Revolution. Once a rope factory producing twine and oakum for the shipyards along the East River, it was also the birthplace of the famous wartime ship, the USS Monitor. The Greenpoint Terminal Warehouse boasts the original brick and wood of the era and the building facade remains untouched from the 1890s. This raw and versatile landmark was recently restored with close attention paid to the details of the past and is now prime for your future event. Based on local occupancy permits the space can hold expos, art exhibits, weddings, and more.

• Spaces for 4-50 Guests
• 3 Meeting Spaces

Wall Street is the most iconic financial district in the world. In the center of this area is Meet in Place FiDi, equidistant from One World Trade Center and Brooklyn Bridge. This venue offers an island of calm amidst the fast-paced pulse of the district, enabling meaningful business encounters such as meetings, conferences, and off-sites.

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces

Offering about 12,000 square feet of exhibition space in a converted industrial warehouse, Faurschou New York, is located in the Greenpoint neighborhood of Brooklyn. The Faurschou Foundation was established in 2011 by Mr. Faurschou after decades as gallery owner focusing on international contemporary art. Faurschou New York and Chef Refslund represent a perfect partnership, as they compliment each other’s stunning collections of inspirations. Terroir represents the sum of natural forces: soil condition, sun, wind, and rain. When we eat food that expresses terroir, we feel connected to a particular area of land and sea, and its unique characteristics, and by extension, to the people that live there, their struggles and sensibilities. Thus, Chef Refslund’s menus feature a naturalistic and hyperseasonal cuisine, with a clearly defined focus on vegetables indigenous to the region, seasonal bounty and honoring the Earth’s cycles.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

The past and the present collide as you enter Barcade! Experience the nostalgia and atmosphere of a vintage arcade combined with a fully stocked bar with craft cocktails, an expertly curated selection of American craft beer, and elevated pub food fresh from our kitchen. Barcade provides a unique nightlife experience where you and your guests can engage in friendly competition, enjoying the most definitive classic video games and pinball machines of all time, plus impossibly hard-to-find titles from our extensive and unparalleled game collection. For over two decades, Barcade has built a legendary reputation for serving the finest American craft beer. Each location boasts 24 taps, prominently featured at the center of the bar, with a rotating lineup of brews showcased on the chalkboard above and updated daily in our printed beer menu. Each menu provides detailed descriptions to guide your choice, and our Cicerone-trained bartenders are always ready to help you find the perfect pour. Not a beer lover? No worries—we also offer a full selection of spirits, custom cocktails, hard seltzers, hard ciders, and plenty of non-alcoholic options. Barcade hosts all kinds of events, large and small: holiday parties, corporate happy hours, team building events, anniversaries, bachelor and bachelorette parties, birthdays, engagement parties, family friendly events, bar and bat mitzvahs, and film and photo shoots. Party packages come standard with drinks, food, and tokens or are fully customizable at a variety of price points including open bar and top shelf open bar. Food options include a variety of hand-held items, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free items, available both by platter or as an unlimited buffet. Experience add-ons include game tournaments, pinball tutorials, beer tastings, swag bags, and photo booth rentals. Hours listed are normal operating hours. Event bookings are available outside of normal operating hours.

• Spaces for 40-75 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Want to impress? Book the SkyLoft in the historic Brooklyn neighborhood of Greenpoint! Our rooftop event space has floor-to-ceiling glass walls providing little in the way of the 360° panoramic view of the city skyline, both of bustling Manhattan with its glittering, high-rise towers, and of the quieter, smaller Brooklyn. Perfect for both day time conferences and night time soirees, this venue is a perfect place to hold your events with both indoor and outdoor space making it flexible for any time of the year. Conveniently located 15 minutes away from Manhattan, and near to restaurants, convenience stores and the post office, this event space is completely set-up and ready for use, even for that last minute meeting your assistant forgot to schedule, or that dinner party you just remembered agreeing to plan.

• Spaces for 150-250 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

The Assemblage John Street features a magical array of beautifully curated and intentional event spaces along with three outside terraces lined with lush greenery. Each event space can be tailored to realize every individualized vision for any kind of event. Here at The Assemblage we pride ourselves in every detail along with seamless execution and a dedicated special events team to meet your every need. We offer exclusive hotel room rates for all clients who host with us along with access to all of our daily wellness programming.

• Spaces for 115-800 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 3 Ballrooms
• 1 Event Space

Located at 2 Exchange Place on the Hudson River waterfront, Hyatt Regency Jersey City offers sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline and a sleek, contemporary atmosphere. The hotel features modern guest rooms, stylish dining options, and versatile event spaces filled with natural light. With direct PATH access and a prime waterfront setting, it provides a seamless balance of convenience and sophistication. Ideal for weddings, corporate gatherings, and social events, the hotel delivers an elevated experience framed by iconic city views.

• Spaces for 200-450 Guests

Come enjoy a variety of comfort food and top-notch burgers that are ranked amongst the New York City's Best Burgers at our Financial District Tavern location at 9 Maiden Lane. Whether it's Happy Hour, Late Night or Date Night The Malt House FiDi offers a large selection of Craft Beers, Craft Cocktails and extensive American menu. Join us today, everyone is welcome!