Top Lower East Side Holiday Party Venues

Established in 2012, The Flatiron Room has been recognized as a world famous destination for whisky enthusiasts, live music lovers, foodies, and those seeking expertly crafted cocktails all in a relaxing atmosphere of warmth and comfort. We have two locations - NoMad and Murray Hill.

• Spaces for 20-500 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 4 Hotels
• 7 Total Spaces

Dream Downtown infuses the traditional meeting experience with a modern style and energy all its own. So, go ahead and make plans for a meeting with up to 300 business associates or a reception with 500 close (well, close enough) friends. Our sociable on-site event planners are standing by with artful spaces ideal for hosting meetings, presentations, trunk shows, cocktail parties, dinners and more. You may even find our catering service is just what you need, or be able to snag a discounted group rate for your guests to sleepover afterwards.

• Spaces for 200 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 100-130 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Bubby's High Line is in the center of New York's Meatpacking District, located directly across from the Whitney museum. Bubby's can accommodate up to 100 guests for seated events and up to 130 guests for cocktail-style receptions. The restaurant's outdoor patio is available for group dining and cocktail events, and is perfect for events of all types.

• Spaces for 60 Guests

Make sure that the next event you plan is something everyone will be talking about! We are a Virtual Reality and 360 degree cinema company based in Brooklyn, NY with a retail space minutes away from Barclays Center. Fighting zombies, becoming the next race car driver, traveling the world, or stepping into a painting that you created yourself are just some of the unique adventures our customers experience through 360 degree videos and VR gaming. VR is new, fun, memorable, and makes your dreams a reality. YokeyPokey brings VR to everyone through private parties or corporate events in our location or to any location of our clients choosing. We cater the experiences to our guests and their passions.

• Spaces for 70-500 Guests
• 4 Museums
• 4 Landmarks

The Whitney Museum of American Art is home to many of the most significant and exciting works of art ever created in the United States. Those works are now displayed in a breathtaking new space: a 220,000-square-foot building in New York City’s Meatpacking District, designed by world-renowned architect Renzo Piano. Located on Gansevoort Street at Washington Street, the Whitney Museum of American Art is nestled in one of the most prominent shopping districts in the world, surrounded by beautifully preserved buildings in New York City’s Meatpacking District. A special event at the Whitney Museum of American Art is one to be remembered. Corporate Members and individual donors choose the Whitney Museum of American Art to host their most intimate and high profile events in New York City. Corporate Members receive exclusive privileges to host Corporate Events in the Museum's rental spaces. Annual leadership donors of $100,000 and up receive exclusive privileges to host Social Events in select Museum spaces at the Whitney Museum of American Art. Cover Image by Ben Gancsos ©2016

• Spaces for 100 Guests

Hortus NYC was crafted to give every guest an individualized, unique experience. The restaurant’s first floor is centered around an open kitchen to create an extra ordinary dining atmosphere. We also have seating available at our Chef’s table for guests to gather and socialize intimately over amazing food and drinks. The second floor is where our main dining room is located. Here, you can order dishes with friends over good food, good drinks and conversations. Hortus is not just about great recipes and excellent ambiance. It starts from the ground up - we pride ourselves in providing a menu that delights the palate while celebrating sustainable and seasonal ingredients. We aim to push people to experience Asian flavors in a new-American style. Design: The name Hortus, Latin for garden, reflects the emphasis on freshness, and the theme of the garden runs through the interior. Hortus is a garden of earthly and ethereal delights. The contemporary design is stylish and comfortable. Divided into four distinct areas, the first floor is dedicated to bar dining with an open kitchen and a Chef’s Table for intimate group dining and special tasting menus. The second floor contains a sun-lit lounge where waiting for a table with a view of the adjoining outdoor garden is a pleasure—and a perfect place to enjoy small plates and afternoon tea (beginning in Fall 2018). The garden dining area offers shade in the summer and will be enclosed for Winter. The main dining room, also on the second floor, greets you with hunter green walls, innovative lighting fixtures, silver-blue velvety chairs and cozy round banquets ideally suited to sharing food and conversation. The ceramic dishes in earthy tones of green, blue and gray, add another level of sophistication to the experience. Even the restrooms feel like a garden with verdant green living walls.

1178 Broadway rooftop on Broadway is located in the coveted neighborhood of NoMad, short for ‘North of Madison Square Park. A NYC historic baroque architecture rooftop designed for a runway show, fashion show after partys’, wedding and more. At this Nomad private access rooftop, neighboring with newly built major hotels such as Ritz-Carlton, Virgin America Hotel and the 5th Ave hotel is a fantastic location. Off 28th/Broadway (R/W) subway The spirit of the neighborhood’s history still pulses through its streets. In the Gilded Age, it became a meeting place for the elite, then a mecca for shoppers, tourists and after-theater restaurant patrons. NoMad is chic and luxurious, known for its high-end retail, boutique hotels, and trendy bars and restaurants. Experience our private accessible venue rooftop with the sights of newly developed NoMad infrastructure in one of the iconic buildings of New York City.

• Spaces for 45-119 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

Jungle Bird is a cocktail bar in Manhattan’s Chelsea neighborhood. Named after a classic drink of the same name, the original Jungle Bird was created as the signature welcome drink at the Kuala Lumpur Hilton in the early 1970’s. Inspired by the playful spirit of the drink, Jungle Bird is a cocktail destination with a food menu to match. Both our food and drinks focus on bright, fresh flavors and colorful ingredients, all served in a welcoming setting. Pull up a seat, order a drink and stay awhile.

• Spaces for 10-283 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 3 Ballrooms

Set within the vibrant North of Madison neighborhood and home to New York’s romantic Flower District, this Manhattan hotel offers a glamorous setting for indoor and outdoor weddings. Experience the finest service and personalized attention from one of our Ritz-Carlton Wedding Specialists. For your special day, you can choose from carefully designed venues with stunning New York City views as a backdrop. To begin planning your wedding, please contact our sales team via email at nomadsales@ritzcarlton.com or call (212) 404-8400. You may also submit a request for information online.

• Spaces for 120-180 Guests

Overlooking the expanse of the East River, Hole In The Wall Murray Hill is open for breakfast through to dinner, serving relaxed and creative dishes for all tastes. The food is accompanied by an extensive list of specialty coffee, innovative cocktails and an immersive wine selection from some of the world’s most renowned wineries. Sitting at the base of the American Copper Buildings, our Murray Hill location offers Manhattan’s Midtown East an unforgettable dining option.

• Spaces for 70-350 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Rooftop

For your next private event, PHD Rooftop offers the ultimate luxury experience, featuring timeless finishes and breathtaking panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline, including direct sightlines to the Hudson River and Empire State Building. This stunning penthouse venue boasts Italian Portoro marble, Macassar ebony, nickel-finish walls, and amber Venini glass chandeliers, creating an elegant and sophisticated atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Our versatile event space is designed to accommodate a range of gatherings. With custom-built Italian leather banquettes, marble tables, and outdoor seating on the terrace, your guests will enjoy both comfort and style. PHD Rooftop can accommodate up to 350 guests reception-style, making it the ideal location for cocktail parties, corporate events, milestone celebrations, or any large-scale gathering. The venue also includes two full-service bars, a fully-equipped DJ booth, and state-of-the-art lighting, audio, internet, and multimedia capabilities, ensuring your event has all the technological amenities it needs. The retractable canopy allows for seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces, offering a year-round event space with flexible options to suit your event’s needs. Whether you're hosting a sophisticated soirée or an extravagant celebration, PHD Roofotp lounge is the perfect place to create unforgettable memories with panoramic views, luxurious surroundings, and exceptional service. Let us elevate your next event to new heights!

• Spaces for 1-205 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Event Space
• 1 space at this venue

Libera is the Ace Hotel NoMad’s signature social space — a vibrant wine bar and record lounge that channels the glamour of the disco era and the intimacy of 1960s Italian clubs. Designed with a blend of retro sophistication and modern elegance, the room feels warm, tactile, and transportive. Guests are greeted by modular lounge seating, a handcrafted half‑dome mirror ball, a glowing bottle‑back bar, and a striking wall of vintage speakers that anchors the room’s identity. The space celebrates music and analog culture: a vinyl turntable installation, a display of curated records, an old school TV platform for video art, and a dedicated listening counter all invite guests to slow down, explore, and immerse themselves in the aesthetic. Libera sits within the Ace Hotel as a destination for those who appreciate design, sound, and atmosphere — a place where New York’s creative energy meets nostalgic European nightlife.

• Spaces for 18-200 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Meeting Space

The Moxy Chelsea, located on 28th street between 6th and 7th Avenue, is home to 349 beautifully designed rooms. Rising 35 stories high, Moxy Chelsea packs in all the amenities with none of the price tag. Cozy bedrooms, designed with intelligence—and a touch of wit—are flooded with light thanks to floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall windows. The building’s architecture honors the neighborhood with its industrial facade and soaring, greenhouse-style atrium. Guests enter through the Flower Shop, an overgrown boutique offering a curated selection of seasonal, fresh-cut flowers, as well as unexpected curiosities and whimsical gift items.

• Spaces for 1-201 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Hotel
• 1 space at this venue

By day, the Ace Hotel Lobby exudes a quiet elegance bathed in natural light, its soaring ceilings and curated design details set the tone for connection and conversation. By evening, the room transforms, glowing with the warmth of candlelight and the hum of New York's after-work crowd. A living room for the city where classic hospitality is reimagined for today's creative class. The Lobby Bar transitions seamlessly from a refined day lounge into an evening destination, blending atmosphere, style, and the unmistakable pulse of downtown New York. Perfectly suited for intimate gatherings, curated activations, and stylish soirees, the Ace Hotel Lobby Bar offers a timeless setting where Old New York charm meets modern refinement. A versatile canvas for cocktails, cultural programming, and private events. Full capacity: 201 persons standing

• Spaces for 18-24 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

From the enormous disco ball plated with 10,000 pennies hanging over the dining room to the wall of antique tequila barrels, Bodega Negra is as much a feast for the eyes as it is the palate. Amidst the cozy, intimate, moodily-lit “Tudor Hacienda” décor, Chef de Cuisine Victor Santibanez (in collaboration with Executive Chef Brad Warner) has crafted an upscale Mexican menu designed for sharing with small plates such as fresh ceviches, tacos and salads, as well as more generously proportioned dishes like Roasted Chile Rellano, Lamb Barbacoa Tacos and Carne Asade. Bodega Negra also has a beautiful private dining room, that can hold between 18-24 guests, making it ideal for group dinners, office parties or birthday celebrations.

Mexican corner: Mezcaleria, brunch & dinner: our mission is to serve you Mexico in every bite and every sip.

• Spaces for 40-225 Guests
• 4 Restaurants

Philippe Chow'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. Both the brand's distinctively contemporary appearance and Chef Chow's contemporary interpretation of classic Chinese food are upheld at Philippe Downtown. Bold red accents are used around the room to denote good fortune and joy in Chinese culture. The restaurant is open and adaptable, with movable spaces perfect for private dining options for gatherings of up to 225 people. Upon entering, visitors are enticed into the main dining area by a mirrored staircase lighted by subtle gold lighting. The seating options range from free-standing tables beneath a gold-leafed ceiling to opulently upholstered banquettes. The walls are decorated with tasteful artwork that combines light and textural materials. A DJ booth is housed in the main bar, which is behind the eating area, and is encircled by a golden bamboo display case.

• Spaces for 25-950 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 10 Event Spaces

From sweeping views of the Hudson River, to the raw, structural elements from the elevated railway’s industrial past, the High Line provides a oneof-a-kind experience in an unrivaled New York City setting. The High Line is an elevated freight rail line turned hybrid public space on Manhattan’s West Side. Founded in 1999 by two community residents, Friends of the High Line fought for the High Line’s preservation and transformation at a time when the historic structure was under threat of demolition. In 2009, the High Line was revived as the innovative park you see today. Friends of the High Line is now the nonprofit conservancy that maintains, operates, and programs the High Line in partnership with the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation. The Spur and Coach Passage, the newest sections of the park, are available as the largest venue combination on the High Line

• Spaces for 30-525 Guests
• 5 Restaurants
• 5 Bars
• 5 Total Spaces

Swingers NoMad takes crazy golf from the 1920’s British seaside, Tanqueray infused plus-fours, adds NYC's best street food, banging beats and sticks it in the Flatiron NoMad neighborhood in the heart of NYC. Game on... Swingers, the crazy golf club is totally unique and outrageously fun, making it the ideal venue for a host of occasions ranging from birthday parties, team building, client entertaining, festive celebrations or simply a night out for a group of friends looking for a break from the norm. We have reinvented mini golf for a grown-up audience by adding great food, delicious cocktails and a party atmosphere! Any private hire of an area includes: • A round of crazy golf for each of your party • Delicious street food for all your guests • Premium house drinks for all your guests • Your own caddie to look after your group throughout your time at Swingers • Cocktail service to the course so guests who are playing don’t miss out on the drinks • A dedicated event manager to oversee all the details of your event You can also hire out Swingers NoMad in its entirety for parties of up to 525 people! Exclusive hire gets you the run of the venue and the opportunity to fully personalize your event experience...