Top Upper East Side Holiday Party Venues

• Spaces for 10-250 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 5 Event Spaces

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Midtown Manhattan at 610 Lexington Avenue, a collection of distinctive venues awaits, curated by The Bastion Collection, a globally renowned hospitality group. On the ground floor, guests are welcomed to Le Jardinier, a culinary sanctuary rooted in the refined elegance of French technique and seasonality. Offering privatization of its main dining room, semi-private events, as well as two private dining room options, Le Jardinier ensures bespoke experiences for every occasion. Above, Sereine, a versatile events venue, beckons with its elegant ambiance, open concept kitchen & customizable dining curated by our award-winning culinary team, complemented by impeccable service. Adjacent, Bar Bastion invites guests into a chic cocktail experience adorned with Art Deco glamour, available for private cocktail parties.

• Spaces for 50 Guests

Guastavino’s provides unparalleled service of the highest caliber, with over 40 years of combined experience in handling event venue spaces in New York City. Our experts ensure an unmatched pristine planning experience like no other. Our unique architectural Landmark is the perfect locale for all occasions in NYC: wedding events, non-profit events, corporate events, social events, Bar/Bat Mitzvah & more.

• Spaces for 200-1,000 Guests
• 5 Museums
• 5 Landmarks
• 1 Outdoor

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is renowned not only for its unparalleled collection, but also for its grand landmarked building on Fifth Avenue at the edge of Central Park. The Museum's many unique spaces are ideal for a variety of events—from large corporate dinners and nonprofit galas, to meetings, film screenings, and, for Members, intimate private celebrations. The Met presents over 5,000 years of art from around the world for everyone to experience and enjoy. The Museum lives in three iconic sites in New York City—The Met Fifth Avenue, The Met Breuer, and The Met Cloisters. Millions of people also take part in The Met experience online. Since it was founded in 1870, The Met has always aspired to be more than a treasury of rare and beautiful objects. Every day, art comes alive in the Museum's galleries and through its exhibitions and events, revealing both new ideas and unexpected connections across time and across cultures.

Lavo New York is the ideal venue for your next corporate function, holiday party or social event. The Restaurant and Nightclub provide two distinct settings perfect for any occasion, and both offering top tier service and catering options. Outfitted with antique mirrors, reclaimed subway tiles and bricks repurposed from old factories, LAVO Restaurant channels a nineteenth century Italian bistro, with sidewalk tables and a row of open air doors leading into a cozy bar and café. The ultimate subterranean playground, LAVO Nightclub is designed with a multi-layered, voyeuristic approach, ideal for both after dinner entertaining and late night revelry. LAVO is part of The TAO GROUP, a leading restaurant and nightlife company that develops, owns and operates many of the most successful food, beverage and nightlife entertainment venues in the United States.

• Spaces for 90-190 Guests
• 1 Outdoor

Modern art and timeless architecture set the stage for Italian classics, curated wines and supreme hospitality. Casa Lever offers sophisticated Italian cuisine in one of midtown Manhattan’s prominent landmarks, the iconic Lever House on Park Avenue. Casa Lever offers three distinct and equally unforgettable settings for your next event. The elegant and subtle feel of our dining room is intimate yet celebratory, creating the ideal atmosphere for corporate or social events. Our lush seasonal outdoor garden is available in various configurations, from cocktails at the bar or in the lounge areas, to a seated dinner. The combined indoor and outdoor spaces are available as a full buyout.

• Spaces for 70-90 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Coco Pazzeria is the new kid in town for private events on the Upper East Side! Coco Pazzeria offers a stylish, contemporary space with a focus on food and a high-energy atmosphere. The entire space can be reserved for lunch or dinner for up to 70 of your closest friends and colleagues. Start with Spritzers and bubbles at the bar, then share a curated selection of buzetti (open face mini-calzones) delicious salads, signature pastas and pizza for a great family style meal. Pizza Making Party: We’ve got a new kind of party that’s as hands-on as it is fun. Guests get glasses of Italian bubbly and their own dough-and then the party really heats up. Unwind and indulge with your inner pizzaiolo at a pizza-making experience at Coco Pazzeria NYC. When your guests arrive, they'll be given dough to work with, and taught how to knead it into a perfect pizza pie crust, before they're shown how to put cheese and other fresh toppings on top. A two hour beer wine and Prosecco open bar will also be provided, and your guests will delight at the hand they've had in making their own meal at this exclusive team building event.

• Spaces for 700-2,000 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

This tranquil oasis in the heart of Manhattan is one of the most idyllic locations in New York City. Whether sipping cocktails as our sea lions glide gracefully through the water or strolling through our lush gardens taking in the elegant architecture, you and your guests will be inspired by the exotic wildlife and breathtaking city skyline views. A unique, outdoor event space that is perfect for both cocktail receptions and seated dinners. This open space has the flexibility to accommodate a variety of event layouts. A nearly 200’ long, clear-top seasonal tent is included in the site fee, with options to add-on connecting tents for those events with larger guest counts; up to 700-seated. The moss-covered colonnades also provide for additional covered space, as well as a tranquil backdrop to any photo. Exclusive access to exhibits are available, based on sunset times. The Central Park Zoo is much more than just a zoo, it’s a premier event location! All event proceeds help support Wildlife Conservation Society’s mission to help save wildlife and wild places around the globe.

• Spaces for 240-1,200 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces

Built in 1923 and designed by the renowned architectural firm of Delano & Aldrich, 583 PARK AVENUEis a glorious New York venue reminiscent of a bygone era. The team at 583 PARK AVENUE treats each of our guests to the highest service standards in New York City. Each event is assigned a personal event coordinator who is on hand to assist in every aspect of the planning process, ensuring that no detail is overlooked. 583 PARK AVENUE offers an exquisite variety of modern event catering fare. Our expert culinary team uses only the best locally sourced ingredients in every dish we serve.

• Spaces for 15-125 Guests
• 5 Event Spaces

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

We love to share the greatest beer with our friends and neighbors because it is truly our passion. Our on-site flux capacitor delivers 20 rotating craft draft beers and ciders from our craft beer hall, and you can also discover beer in some of our amazing ice cream floats and cocktails. Hungry? We are prepared for it. Perfect pours go well with huge soft pretzels, house-smoked chicken wings, and opulent, meaty burgers. You might never want to leave with ping pong, pinball, popcorn, and numerous large screen TVs available at all of our locations. Chef Antelmo Ambrosio is a multi-award winning culinary expert with Merchants Hospitality. Antelmo, who is credited with improving the caliber of the meals, takes great delight in his original recipes and the top-quality ingredients he uses in everything he cooks. Antelmo's passion expanded over the course of his years of expertise, and he eventually had the chance to take the position of Executive Chef. Antelmo continues to broaden and develop his culinary interests since he can satisfy any palette.

• Spaces for 10-250 Guests

The Lever House located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, has a luxury amenity floor and event spaces which set a new standard for sophistication, style, and service. The Lever Club is designed to seamlessly blend historic modernist architecture with contemporary elegance, this exclusive space offers a refined setting for business, social, and private gatherings. The Lever Club provides a private retreat for building tenants and their guests, featuring meticulously designed spaces for work, relaxation, and entertainment. Highlights include: Restaurant, Lounge & Bar: A sleek, modern restaurant with curated furnishings, offering a full-service restaurant and bar with an intimate atmosphere for networking and unwinding Private Dining Rooms: A sophisticated dining space with custom catering options, ideal for executive luncheons or celebratory meals Outdoor Terrace: The Lever House features 15,000sq ft of beautifully landscaped outdoor areas, providing a serene escape from the city on Park Avenue. Event Spaces Lever House offers a collection of versatile event spaces, each designed to accommodate a range of occasions, from corporate conferences to exclusive social gatherings. Features include: The Lever Club: A spacious, light-filled venue with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Park Avenue, perfect for large receptions, product launches, or panel discussions. Executive Boardrooms: Elegant, tech-enabled meeting rooms designed for high-level discussions and presentations. Outdoor Terraces: Scenic terraces offer a sophisticated setting for cocktail receptions and al fresco gatherings. Bespoke Services: A dedicated event team provides tailored planning, catering by world-class chefs, and seamless execution for a flawless experience. Whether hosting a high-profile event or enjoying the day-to-day luxury of a premier workspace, Lever House’s amenity floor and event spaces redefine exclusivity in New York City.

Emmy Squared's menu features classic burgers, bold salads and of course, Detroit-style pies. Beverages include wines, beer and adventurous cocktails and mocktails. The stylish and warm interior is perfect for any ocassion!

• Spaces for 20-250 Guests
• 4 Restaurants

Morso is a culmination of a life in food and a passion for culinary excellence. With the essence of his Tuscan homeland at heart and a truly original style of cooking; Celebrity Chef Pino Luongo shaped the Italian menus that we now consider classic. From birthdays and business presentations to wedding receptions and showers, Morso provides a dynamic backdrop to your next private event. With semi-private and private areas as well as the full restaurant and our garden terrace available, Morso can cater parties both large and small for day or evening.

Address: 215 East 64th Street, New York, 10065 Description: Suitable for extended stays, this modern Upper East Side suite hotel is within 5 blocks of Madison Avenue shopping, Central Park and Midtown; the Museum Mile's cultural attractions are a 10-minute drive away. Upscale suites are decorated in a minimalist style and all include sitting areas, pull-out sofas and kitchenettes; some also offer full kitchens and/or private patios. WiFi and in-room spa treatments are available (with a surcharge), and room service is provided from 4 nearby restaurants. Guests have access to grocery delivery and a 24-hour fitness center, while numerous perks are offered for visiting dogs and cats.

• Spaces for 14-270 Guests
• 6 Hotels
• 6 Ballrooms
• 1 Resort

A complete destination for business in Midtown Manhattan, Four Seasons Hotel New York features a variety of multi-purpose meeting rooms. For conferences and entertaining, our venues are flexible for 10 to 270 guests. Our most high-profile New York event venues include FIFTY7, the Cosmopolitan Suite and Metropolitan Suite. In addition, the self-contained Meeting Room Level features a variety of versatile function spaces – ideal for New York conferences, breakouts and luncheons.

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 60-75 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar
• 1 space at this venue

The Smith Midtown offers a lively restaurant setting in Midtown East for rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, corporate gatherings, birthdays, brunches, and other private events. The space combines classic brasserie-inspired interiors with flexible dining areas that can accommodate intimate meals, larger seated celebrations, and cocktail-style receptions. Customizable menus, full bar service, and dedicated event support help shape gatherings to fit the occasion. With its energetic atmosphere and convenient Manhattan location, The Smith Midtown provides a versatile backdrop for memorable New York City events.

• Spaces for 8-150 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar
• 5 Total Spaces

Impress. Inspire. Elevate Every Moment. Discover an elegant venue located in prime Midtown Manhattan offering a host of private event spaces in an iconic New York City landmark building. Our second-floor private rooms provide customizable meeting spaces, our restaurant, The Parliament, is perfect for mingling and grand receptions, and our spacious Penthouses with rooftop terraces are ideal for intimate events. Enjoy curated menus by Executive Chef Rakmin Lee while our events team seamlessly handles every detail, allowing you to relax and celebrate. One of the premiere hotels built in the 1920’s, The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York represents the early evolution of skyscraper design in New York City. The hotel’s special character and aesthetic have contributed to its value as part of the city’s development, heritage, and cultural characteristics, becoming an official New York City landmark in 2017. A full renovation of the interior and restaurant was completed in 2025, thoughtfully blending the property’s historic charm with a refreshed, contemporary design and elevated guest experience.