Top Lower East Side Holiday Party Venues

• 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 40-60 Guests
• 1 Bar

At Wayward Fare, we believe the best gatherings feel personal, effortless, and thoughtfully curated. Our experienced hospitality team is dedicated to creating memorable private dining experiences, ensuring every detail is handled with care so you can relax and truly enjoy the moment. Wayward Fare is an inviting setting for a wide range of occasions, from birthday celebrations and rehearsal dinners to corporate gatherings and intimate business meetings. We offer customizable prix-fixe menus, cocktail-style receptions, and brunch options, all designed around seasonal ingredients and approachable, elevated cuisine. Beyond our dining room, Wayward Fare also offers off-site catering, bringing the same level of care and culinary creativity to your chosen location. Options include drop-off catering for casual gatherings, full-service cocktail receptions, or chef-curated multi-course dinners hosted in your home, complete with professional staff and seamless execution. Whether you’re hosting with us or welcoming guests elsewhere, Wayward Fare is proud to deliver warm hospitality and food-driven experiences that feel both refined and relaxed.

• Spaces for 40-80 Guests
• 1 Bar

Alta Calidad is located in the Prospect Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn where Chef Akhtar Nawab is cooking innovative Mexican cuisine. The Spanish translation of “Alta Calidad” means “high quality” and it’s our goal to provide that with every dish that we serve. Our goal is to cook with pride and integrity and have a lot of fun doing it. We’re thrilled to be part of this amazing Brooklyn community and we want each of you to join us and participate in this exciting adventure! We can accommodate a variety of events including office lunches, in-home intimate dinner parties, or receptions and seated dinners at our restaurant or our sister restaurant, Wayward Fare, located right next door! Offering both full-service catering and delivery options, Alta Calidad is the perfect choice for your next event!

• 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 45-800 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Event Space

Perched above the juncture of Madison Square Garden and New York’s famed Garment District, VERSA merges these worlds to create a rooftop and restaurant experience like no other. Whether it’s a launch, an event, a business lunch, dinner with friends or a tete-a-tete we promise to provide an elevated experience no matter what.

• Spaces for 16-400 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 1 Outdoor
• 4 Total Spaces

Situated on the Hudson River with magnificent view of the Manhattan Skyline, Lokal Eatery and Bar (lokal is Germen for local) celebrates the gustatorial bounty of the Garden State Jersey and the cultural diversity of Jersey City. The food and beverage programs Incorporate locally sourced ingredients fashion to produce global flavors. The urban rustic chic decor provides a stylish backdrop for events hosting up to 350-plus guests utilizing all the flexible indoor and outdoor spaces. Weddings to corporate gatherings, family celebrations and anniversaries to team building get-togethers, staying Lokal will assure a memorable occasion. Lokal Eatery & Bar offers options for both on-site events and offsite catering, with diverse and creative F&B selections and dynamic spaces. The sprawling views of the Manhattan skyline and Hudson River, along with our state-of-the art hospitality will leave a lasting impression for years to come! Our dedicated events team will work with you to make your vision for any event a reality.

• Spaces for 275-800 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces

With the feel of a sophisticated New York loft space, The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers is a unique waterfront venue with sweeping river views of the Hudson River and Statue of Liberty. Boasting 10,000 square feet of flexible event space, sleek hardwood floors, period lanterns, and an all-season glass-enclosed terrace, The Lighthouse also provides unique and unparalleled cuisine and service by top caterer Abigail Kirsch. Whether it’s a picturesque sunset wedding ceremony overlooking the New York City waterfront or an extravagant bar/bat mitzvah, this unique venue is the perfect location for any celebration, fund-raising gala, seminar, or corporate event. In addition to easy accessibility, valet parking, and shuttle bus service, The Lighthouse provides each client with a specialized team of event professionals and recommended vendors that will handle even the smallest of details to ensure beautiful and memorable occasions for up to 800 guests.

• Spaces for 850-1,800 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Cipriani 42nd Street® is the perfect venue for the most sophisticated celebrations. Cipriani 42nd Street is conveniently located in the heart of Manhattan. This Italian Renaissance inspired masterpiece showcases towering marble columns, soaring ceilings, magnificent inlaid floors and glorious chandeliers. Distinctive cuisine and classic service delight guests and compliment the old world charm and pure beauty that Cipriani 42nd Street has to offer. Cipriani 42nd Street, formerly known as the Bowery Savings Bank, is a national landmark conveniently located adjacent to Grand Central Station. Cipriani 42nd Street features a four-story banquet room with exquisite marble columns extending to ceiling heights that reach 65 feet. The random use of marbles of many colors inhabits nearly every architectural element and detail of the room and its furnishings. The entire banking room floor of Cipriani 42nd Street is of polychrome marble cosmato work laid in geometric patterns with broad borders of 'Traneville' cream marble. Three patterns - Hexagon, Lozenge/Star, and Lozenge/Square - alternate in the marble floor within the five arched bays that compose the room's east and west walls. Create an unforgettable event in this truly unique venue.

• 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 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 300 Guests

Welcome to Lytehouse Studio Lytehouse Studio is an immersive and interactive venue which designs experiences that transport guests into fantastic realms of story and exploration, tailor-made to your theme for any occasion. As the hub of LEVY | NYC, one of New York City’s leaders in lighting, audio, video and production design, we are able to offer packages unlike any other space in the city, right in the heart of Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

• 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 150-232 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

• 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 200 Guests

• 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 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 12-450 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Meeting Space

Located conveniently at 36th Street and 7th avenue, with 612 bedrooms cleverly designed by Yabu Pushelberg to adapt to modern traveler’s changing needs, with a wide variety of room types, flexible furniture, oversized walk-in showers, furiously fast and free Wi-Fi, and free access to streaming apps! Immersive social spaces are built for co-working and play, encouraging visitors and locals to intermingle.

• 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 30-75 Guests

About Studio No. 311 Studio No. 311 is a chic, 1,216 sq ft event space in the heart of Manhattan's West Chelsea Gallery District, offering a stylish, minimalist environment for events of all kinds. Formerly an art gallery, this blank canvas venue is perfect for meetings, photo shoots, pop-up events, private parties, and more. With flexible layouts for standing receptions, seated dinners, and creative productions, Studio No. 311 caters to a variety of event needs. The space comes with high-speed Wi-Fi, basic furniture, AV equipment (projector and speakers), and an experienced vendor coordinator who will help with logistics to ensure everything runs smoothly. Our approved and preferred vendor list is available upon booking to make planning seamless. As the owner and curator of Studio No. 311, I bring a unique, thoughtful approach to hospitality, shaped by years of experience in high fashion and working with celebrities. My background includes styling for Vogue magazine and collaborating with top-tier actors and musicians. This experience in the high-end fashion and entertainment world informs every detail of the event planning process, ensuring your event is not only memorable but also impeccably executed. Studio No. 311 is designed to offer an elevated yet welcoming experience, perfect for clients seeking a sophisticated yet flexible venue. Whether hosting an intimate dinner or a large reception, our venue provides a creative space where your vision can come to life.