Top Upper East Side Holiday Party Venues

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 30-200 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

At over 2150 square feet, which opens onto a 2530 square foot tree-shaded GARDEN, Ladurée SoHo consists not only of a lovely boutique, but also a tea salon and restaurant. Our location offers several areas of exceptional character to choose from, each with its own decorative ambiance, in the Ladurée style.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 4-130 Guests
• 4 Event Spaces

Carroll Hall is a rare and unexpected event space featuring a botanic garden in Brooklyn. We welcome all types of private events, from weddings, baby showers, bridal showers, and birthday parties to art exhibits, performances, corporate functions, fundraisers and film shoots. The space encompasses a total of 10,000 square feet, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor areas. For indoor events, we have an open warehouse space, a skylit indoor catering room, and a private mezzanine lounge. Ultimately, the garden is the heart of our space, created as a quiet retreat among plants, birds, insects, and urban wildlife. Tucked in the back of our garden is a discreet wooden "treehouse", perfect for a quiet moment during any event. Carroll Hall and Dameron Architecture were awarded the 2022 AIA New York Design Award Citation for Reclaiming Urban Space. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our very foundation, which uses original bricks and existing ceramic brick walls from the prior warehouse structure, and most of the interior wood is reclaimed. Contact us to discuss how we can customize our converted warehouse and botanic garden for your ideal wedding or event. Most of our spaces are ADA-accessible.

• Spaces for 15-650 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 4 Event Spaces

Situated inside the landmarked The Seagram Building, THE POOL + THE GRILL have been home to New York's most storied parties & events for over half a century. Originally designed by Philip Johnson in 1959, and lovingly restored in 2016, the world's greatest space glows again as Major Food Group’s premiere event destination. THE POOL can accommodate cocktails, dinner and dancing for up to 175 guests, standing cocktail receptions for up to 350, and weddings with onsite ceremony for up to 120 guests. When booked together with THE GRILL, the space can accommodate cocktails, dinner and dancing for up to 300 guests, standing cocktail receptions for up to 650, and weddings with onsite ceremony for up to 300 guests. Major Food Group is a company that is passionate about food, and passionate about New York. Events at THE POOL give guests the opportunity to enjoy their favorite MFG dishes in an iconic New York City setting, whether it’s a CARBONE Spicy Rigatoni Vodka pasta course, a sushi station by The Lobster Club, Sadelle’s bagels to go, or late night sandwiches from PARM. Major Food Group is a global hospitality company founded by Mario Carbone, Rich Torrisi, and Jeff Zalaznick. From a small, intimate restaurant in New York’s Little Italy, MFG has evolved into a hospitality powerhouse within less than a decade, garnering international accolades for its unique style and culinary prowess. Major Food Group’s other concepts include Carbone, Contessa, Dirty French, Sadelle’s, The Lobster Club, ZZ’s, and more.

• 1 Holiday Party Album

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.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 50-5,000 Guests
• 11 Museums
• 11 Landmarks
• 1 Event Space

Imagine the sun setting over the Hudson River, the world famous New York City skyline at your back and 45,000 tons of steel beneath your feet. The Intrepid Museum is home to the most unique special events venue in New York City. With views from the Flight Deck, Space Shuttle Pavilion, to the Hangar Deck with the finest aircraft collection, your guests will enjoy their time aboard the Intrepid in style. The variety of event spaces will meet all your special event needs. The Intrepid is proud to be one of the few venues in the city with the ability to host events from 20 to 5,000 people with both indoor and outdoor options to make your event Intrepid!

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 100-300 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

An upscale venue in the heart of New York City in Midtown Manhattan, offering two distinctly elegant spaces: Midtown Loft and Midtown Terrace—at one exquisite address. We at Midtown Loft & Terrace understand and appreciate just how important your event is to you. We will ensure that your needs are handled with care and respect. Right down to the finest details, we guarantee that every event hosted at our venue is perfect. We can make your party, wedding, or corporate event shine with style. Our reputation for providing the finest quality of services sets us apart from the rest.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 28-120 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Meeting Space

Passerine is a seasonal Indian restaurant in the heart of New York City, brought to you by Michelin-starred Chef Chetan Shetty. Our menu combines spices blended by Chef Shetty’s mother in the Western Indian city of Pune with seasonal produce from the Union Square Greenmarket. The menu pairs with an impressive wine list and cocktail selection that complements the cuisine. Inspired by Chef Shetty’s culinary journey and endless curiosity, Passerine offers an exceptional and uniquely New York dining experience.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 800-2,500 Guests
• 5 Event Spaces

As the largest waterfront venue in Manhattan, Pier Sixty at Chelsea Piers serves as one of New York City’s most flexible and expansive event spaces. Featuring 20,000 square feet of luxurious column-free space, spectacular water views of the Hudson River, and floor-to-ceiling windows, this comprehensive venue can accommodate 200 to 2,500 guests. Pier Sixty hosts a wide array of events, with design formats customizable for any event including galas, fundraisers, weddings, meetings, seminars, product launches, and live award shows. The space offers blackout window shades, rigging points, on-site AV specialist, state-of-the-art electronic communications systems, ground floor load-in, valet parking, and shuttle bus service. The All Season Terrace opens onto the outdoor Veranda making the waterfront sunsets the perfect backdrop for any event. Executive Chef Matt Tiscornia doesn’t just create impeccable food; he creates art. Utilizing only the finest and freshest seasonal ingredients from local partners and purveyors, Matt's talented team continues to inspire with mouthwatering, creative new offerings and engaging presentations.

• 2 Holiday Party Albums
• Spaces for 20-550 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

Beauty & Essex is available for all variety of events, from intimate dinners for 12 up to cocktail events for 550 people. The restaurant sits behind a functioning pawn shop and has a full service bar on both floors, as well as 4 dining rooms and a lounge area. Each of our spaces can be reserved semi-privately or combined for full floor and restaurant buyouts. Unique on the Lower East Side, the atmosphere of the 10,000 square foot space is both grand and intimate, moody and effervescent. Various rooms for lounging and dining unfold on two floors, like a large turn-of-the-century townhouse. Each room has its own unique elements that celebrate timeless jewelry designs and upscale jewelry stores. The space is truly versatile and is ideal for corporate events, fashion shows, reward dinners, movie premiere parties, and film shoots.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 40-72 Guests

Creative, customizable storefront.

• 1 Holiday Party Album

Spring Place is a private membership club and event destination located in the heart of Tribeca, where creativity, business, and culture converge. Designed to inspire connection and collaboration, Spring Place offers a collection of thoughtfully curated spaces — from a contemporary restaurant and intimate private dining rooms to sophisticated lounges, offices, and studios — all within one architectural landmark. Our 6th Floor features the Main Dining Room, the Sunken Living Room, and multiple flexible spaces that can be customized for a variety of experiences, including private dinners, corporate gatherings, and brand activations. Guests enjoy world-class hospitality, elevated cuisine, and the refined atmosphere that has made Spring Place a premier destination for New York’s creative and business communities. With a commitment to design, service, and seamless event execution, Spring Place provides an unparalleled setting for moments that matter — whether an intimate soirée or a full-scale production.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 20-1,000 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark
• 4 Total Spaces

Developed between 1902 and 1912 in traditional Beaux-Arts style, the Emigrant Industrial Savings Bank is designated as a New York City Landmark. Today, after a two year renovation and restoration effort by Culturespaces, Hall des Lumières not only preserves its architectural heritage, such as the marble bank tellers’ windows and interior, but also seamlessly integrates state-of-the-art technology for an unparalleled immersive experience. The venue is a multi-sensory experience, powered by video canvases that reflect onto the walls and floors, 130 video projectors, 54 speakers, and 22 subwoofers. Hall des Lumières totals 30,000 square feet over two levels featuring 40-foot-high ceilings and custom 100+-year-old lay lights. The venue has three separate exhibition areas: the ground floor (Historical), the lower level (Modern), & the former bank vault (Intimate). This unique fusion not only preserves the architectural and aesthetic heritage of the space but also infuses it with contemporary flair, ensuring guests enjoy both the charm of the past and the conveniences of the present. The integration of state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems, enhances the overall experience, making every moment memorable.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 45-700 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Theater
• 3 Total Spaces

Welcome to House of Yes - Where the extraordinary meets the everyday. House of Yes is not just a venue; it's an experience. Every event we host is unique and will never be repeated. Whether it's a corporate event, a wedding that turns your dreams into reality, a bar/bat mitzvah that dazzles, or a creative photoshoot that captures your vision—House of Yes is the place where unforgettable moments are born. From the bold, theatrical Theatre with its 30 aerial points and fire-certified venue status, to the intimate Ruby and Onyx Rooms, House of Yes offers spaces for every occasion. With stunning design elements, artist-created restrooms, whimsical details, and access to The Garden, we bring your vision to life with an energy and creativity that’s uniquely ours. Our venue is equipped with everything you need to make your event come to life, including full AV capabilities, multiple performance points, full-service bars, and indoor/outdoor options. We offer an experience that transcends the ordinary, providing custom entertainment from DJs to circus acts, aerial rigging, and projection mapping. At House of Yes, we’re committed to creating something spectacular, safe, and entirely your own. With creative production support from YES ETC and an in-house Fire Producer for safe and thrilling fire performances, if you can dream it, we can make it happen. Ready to make your event unforgettable? Come to House of Yes and turn your imagination into reality—because when you choose House of Yes, you choose the ultimate creative playground. The House of Yes ethos: ✨We have created this space as a temple of expression dedicated to connection, creativity and celebrating life. 🎭We believe that performance, dance and art can inspire and heal us. ⚡We believe in the creative energy of every person who enters this space. 🌏We believe the world can be a better place. 💃🏼We believe that weird is wonderful. See you on the dance floor.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 260-310 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Total Spaces

DC 37 is proud to introduce its rooftop venue, The Terrace on Barclay, located at 125 Barclay Street in downtown Manhattan. The space features 8,700 square feet of event space as well as an additional 3,000 square feet of outdoor entertainment space. Some key features include: - Pantry with food warmers, double sided fridge, wash station and prep-table - Floor to ceiling windows - Modern chandelier style lighting - Full AV capabilities - Three drop down projectors and screens - Speakers lining the bush bed in the outdoor space - Outdoor seating for 90 people - Partial view of the Empire State Building and Piers 25 and 26 - Unobstructed view of The Freedom Tower We also offer meeting and conference space. Reach out for pricing. We're excited to host your next event. Whether it's a wedding, party, corporate meeting or dinner, we can be your next preferred venue.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• 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!

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 86-110 Guests

At The Artel Garden, We Provide the Perfect Setting for your next Private Event, Corporate Retreat, Bat/Bar Mitzvah or your Dream Wedding. We can Host, Design and Plan in a Variety of Setting to Anticipate the Guest Satisfaction, from our Fireside Dining and Lounge Area to our Full Liquor Bar With Breathtaking Delicious Food and Cocktails Available for Any Occasion. Please Contact us if you would like to inquire about Hosting your Next Event at The Artel Garden.

• 1 Holiday Party Album
• Spaces for 60-80 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Patroon is a beautiful mix of sophisticated customers, outstanding service, a warm and welcoming staff, and an enticing menu of seasonal American favorites. A memorable New York experience begins with a warm welcome, outstanding service, and a modern menu of fresh American classics presented in a lively sophisticated ambiance. What could be more 2021 than a little gathering of friends? Book one of our Private Dining Rooms or the Rooftop. Find out how to include Patroon in your special events, from mini-weddings to pod parties, and from economical to costly. THE GIBSON ROOM One of our larger rooms, the Gibson Room is a stunning space that is the ideal setting for parties, rehearsal dinners and larger corporate events. THE SPORTING ROOM With vintage sports-themed photos and comfortable club chairs, the Sporting Room is a favorite of bachelor parties, engagement dinners and business meetings. THE MATCH ROOM The Match Room room strikes a perfect balance between business and pleasure, decorated with display boxes filled with vintage cigars and vintage photographs. THE HUMIDOR ROOM Lined with Spanish Cedar, the Humidor Room is an intimate space perfect for discreet business functions or social events. THE AIRPLANE ROOM Wheels up! A vintage World War II photographic mural of a P47 Thunderbolt squadron as well as airplane-themed photos and collectibles, set a distinctive tone. WINE CELLAR Descend by elevator into the speakeasy-inspired Wine Cellar, which features an extensive collection of old and rare vintages. THE CHEF’S TABLE Our Chef’s Table, which is located in an alcove of our main dining room, alongside our open kitchen can be set for a maximum of 8 guests at one boardroom style table. This is one of our most unique options because it allows your guests to order from our a la carte menu while fully experiencing the hustle and bustle of our restaurant. Please note that while a la carte reservations for the Chef’s Table will be considered, the only way to guarantee the table is to contract for it through the Private Dining Department.

• Spaces for 72-250 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 2 Bars
• 3 Total Spaces

Our private dining and options, which are tailored to the specific needs of each party, range from a 90-person seating in our Bellecour Room to a full restaurant takeover for up to 150 guests. Our private dining team will take care of all the details of your event, from customized menus to floral decoration, for wedding receptions and other large-format celebrations. Personal wine consultations, event walk-throughs, and the highly personalized attention that one would expect from a world-renowned restaurant will also be provided to event hosts as part of the package. Guests can also take advantage of more than one of our spaces by reserving the entire restaurant for themselves. A ceremony in the Bellecour Room is followed by a reception in the Bar and Lounge before a seated dinner in the Main Dining Room. This is a popular choice for weddings and other milestone celebrations because of the variety of options available. When it comes to full restaurant takeovers, live music and other forms of entertainment are welcomed at DANIEL as well.

• Spaces for 15-225 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 3 Bars
• 3 Total Spaces

The Penrose is located on the Upper East Side with 2,500 square foot events space for all occasions. Open in 2012, it has been a staple of the UES for over 13 years, The Penrose is your go-to for classic cocktails, great beer, and a food menu that punches well above its weight. Warm lighting, vintage vibes, and a bar that always feels alive — whether you're posted up for brunch or closing down the night. Come thirsty, come hungry, come ready for a good time. We are able to host groups of all sizes. From bridal showers to anniversaries, bachelor and bachelorette parties to baby showers, birthday parties, corporate events, and beyond. Our holiday parties are also always a hit. Let us be the hosts of all your celebrations! www.penrosebar.com @penrosebar

• Spaces for 10-200 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 8 Event Spaces

With a foundation in classic French technique, Café Boulud offers a deliciously wide-ranging voyage of discovery in a refined setting. Designed by Jeffrey Beers, the intimate space fuses contemporary elegance with artistic details, reflecting the spirit of today's Upper East Side. Like the menu, which harmoniously brings together elements that evoke tradition, the seasons, the freshness of the garden, and a global culinary voyage, Café Boulud remains both invitingly familiar and charmingly eclectic. In partnership with Maison Barnes, it offers a sophisticated salon-like ambiance and an everyday celebration of the famous French Art de Vivre. Business casual attire is strongly recommended. Athletic or leisure wear is not permitted, and gentlemen are not permitted to wear shorts or sandals in the dining room. Baby strollers and prams cannot be accommodated in the restaurant.