Top Montclair Venues

Wang Contemporary occupies a landmarked 1924 Beaux-Arts building on the Bowery, restored as the future home of a private foundation dedicated to Asian contemporary art. The space brings together the architectural gravitas of old New York — original period detailing, cast stone facade, soaring proportions — with a minimal, atmosphere-first interior sensibility, resulting in a setting that feels both historically rooted and distinctly contemporary. As a foundation space rather than a conventional venue, Wang Contemporary offers a rare institutional context: exhibitions, artist dinners, cultural programming, and select private events set within an active center for Asian contemporary art in the heart of Chinatown. It’s suited to gatherings that call for cultural substance and a sense of occasion — collector previews, foundation events, curated dinners, and partnerships aligned with its artistic mission.

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Born during chaos at the start of the roaring 20s, The Rest Room is an exclusive destination for New Yorkers seeking the ultimate underground experience. Isolate yourself inside our cozy pods, get some virtual work done inside our cabins, freshen up in our pristine bathrooms, or simply indulge in our high speed wifi and charging stations. Whether you need to take a last minute call or missed the last train, our doors are open. It's a one of a kind space that blends the past and the future, a space to remind the city that never sleeps to never stop dreaming.

• Spaces for 110-350 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 2 Landmarks
• 1 Theater

Founded in 1977, the New Museum is located at the intersection of SoHo and the Lower East Side. It offers a variety of event spaces for corporate and individual members to entertain in a cutting-edge contemporary art museum.

• Spaces for 75-120 Guests
• 1 Outdoor

Description: Set in New York's Financial District, this straightforward hotel alongside FDR Drive is a 5-minute walk from the nearest subway, a 3-minute walk from South Street Seaport and 4.8 miles from the Empire State Building. List of Services: Inn Suites Hotel Number of Employees: 40 Business Hours: Monday - Sunday Open 24 Hours Payment Methods: Cash, ATM, VISA

Located in the Ludlow Hotel on Manhattan’s storied Lower East Side, Dirty French is an energetic bistro created by the acclaimed hospitality brand Major Food Group and its co-founders Jeff Zalaznick, Mario Carbone, and Rich Torrisi. Dirty French's Main Dining Room can accommodate large parties of up to 24 guests non-privately or it can be booked privately for up to 90 guests seated or 150 guests for a reception-style event. Dirty French's Private Dining Room is located on the 2nd Floor of the Ludlow Hotel, through a private entrance. The room has a built-in bar, dedicated restrooms, a private coat check, and large windows overlooking Ludlow Street. It can be booked for up to 50 guests seated or 80 guests for a reception-style event. Dirty French’s Garden is a beautiful courtyard that is located on the ground floor of the Ludlow Hotel. The space features a glass ceiling, exposed brick walls, a picture window looking into the kitchen, and open airflow. It can be booked for up to 24 guests seated.

• Spaces for 110 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 80-165 Guests
• 1 Bar

Subterranean in both location and spirit, Loosie’s Nightclub is the ultimate destination for an unforgettable event beneath Moxy Lower East Side. With a killer sound system and a no-attitude dance floor, this edgy club is the perfect setting for everything from private parties to corporate events. Loosie's Nightclub can accommodate 165 guests reception style and has a built-in DJ booth, full service bar, and custom LED lighting. Guests enter through a graffiti-covered alley behind the hotel, passing murals by the late New York street artist Lance de los Reyes (aka Rambo), before descending into a space inspired by the downtown art scene of the 1980s. The bold, intimate atmosphere features an exploded disco ball chandelier, tufted banquettes, and unique materials like cement-like walls and metallic accents. With intelligent lights synced to the night’s music, Loosie’s transforms into a dynamic environment, making it the perfect venue to host an event that feels both exclusive and alive with energy.

• 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.

• Spaces for 300-900 Guests

LIVE A LITTLE. BE A GYPSY. GET AROUND. GITANO, SPANISH FOR GYPSY, CAPTURES THE ESSENCE OF WHO WE ARE: BOHEMIAN, FREE-SPIRITS, DIVERSE, ECLECTIC, CONSCIOUS, AND CREATIVE. GITANO IS A GLOBAL HOSPITALITY AND LIFESTYLE BRAND WITH LOCATIONS IN NYC, TULUM AND DUBAI. ITS THE PLACE TO SEE, BE SEEN AND CONNECT. BORN IN THE JUNGLE & TRAVELING THE WORLD WE ARE INSPIRED BY THE LUSH TROPICAL JUNGLE AND SPANISH COLONIAL TOWNS OF THE YUCATAN AND MEXICO, WE HAVE A RICH HERITAGE AS INNOVATORS IN TULUM, AND TODAY WE ARE EXPORTING OUR TROPICAL, BOHEMIAN PARADISE AROUND THE WORLD. GYPSY DISCO TROPICAL OUR APPROACH TO EVERYTHING, ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN, FOOD AND BEVERAGE, AND OUR UNIQUE SOUND IDENTITY, IS BOHEMIAN AND GLAMOROUS, OUR DESIGN AESTHETIC IS UNDERSTATED ELEGANCE, WE CELEBRATE THE PERFECTION IN IMPERFECTION AND WE LOVE JUXTAPOSITIONS, LIKE OUR ICONIC BRAND SYMBOLS: A PINK NEON SIGN SET AGAINST THE JUNGLE, A GIANT DISCO BALL FLOATING IN PALM GITANO LOVES OUR MISSION IS SHARING LOVE AND HAPPINESS, AND WE ARE BUILDING A NEW KIND OF HOSPITALITY AND LIFESTYLE BRAND, WITH A BIG HEART. WE ARE LIVING MINDFULLY AND SUSTAINABLY. SUPPORTING AND GIVING BACK TO OUR COMMUNITY IS OUR CORE VALUE.

Serving classic cocktails, wine, and beer since 1994 St.Dymphna's is a classic Irish pub-style bar located across the street from Tompkins Square Park in Manhattan's East Village.

• Spaces for 50-118 Guests
• 2 Theaters

• Spaces for 20-500 Guests
• 6 Hotels
• 6 Ballrooms
• 2 Meeting Spaces

Since first opening its doors in 1926, the InterContinental New York Barclay remains Manhattan's preeminent luxury hotel in New York City after undergoing the most ambitious restoration in its history. Combining sophistication and contemporary design, while staying true to its original Federalist style details, The Barclay exudes confidence and warmth, delivering the same residential feel with modern comfort and flexibility. Our spaces can come fully equipped or as a blank canvas for you to customize, so feel free to reach out with any special requests you may have. Kindly let us know your estimated guest count and event specifics (Ceremony, rehearsal dinner, Afterparty, Morning after brunch, room blocks) and we would be happy to set up a personalized package for you. Attached are some ideas/packages that we currently provide.

• 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 22-290 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

Sake No Hana, located in the vibrant Lower East Side of Manhattan, is the perfect venue for hosting events that require a unique blend of sophistication, culinary excellence, and an unmistakable New York City flair. With its sleek, minimalist design and intimate yet energetic atmosphere, Sake No Hana offers a versatile setting for both small, private gatherings and large celebrations. The restaurant’s event spaces can accommodate a 150 guests seated and 290 reception style, from corporate dinners and cocktail receptions to weddings and milestone celebrations. For smaller gatherings, birthdays, and private dinners, our Private Dining Room can accommodate 22 guests. Guests can indulge in a meticulously crafted menu featuring the finest sushi, sashimi, and inventive Japanese dishes, each created with artistry and precision. For those looking to add an extra touch of refinement, the restaurant’s extensive Sake collection can complement any event, allowing guests to pair their meals with premium selections. Whether you're hosting an intimate gathering or a larger celebration, Sake No Hana in the Lower East Side provides a stunning and unforgettable backdrop for your next event, making it an ideal destination for any special occasion.

• Spaces for 75-100 Guests

Welcome to Space LES, a quintessential Manhattan loft in the trendy Lower East Side next to the East Village! It features 2,000 sq ft of renovated space, 11 ft ceiling, hardwood oak flooring, a kitchen, HVAC, AV, furniture and more. Movable walls and adjustable lighting present various options for art exhibitions, cocktail receptions, pop-ups, film or fashion projects. Previous collaborations include Blue Bloods, The Irishman, And Just Like That, events by Microsoft, Pixar, NASA, Kevyn Aucoin, Vans, Project Runway and American Express among many others. Your guests will be greeted by a glass facade with authentic 100-year old patinated pilasters. A double door level entrance leads to a spacious well appointed loft. Among many original details are meticulously restored ceiling tin tiles, floating walls, partially exposed bricks, a collection of museum quality paintings and photographs. Furnishings include a Saarinen table, chairs by Arne Jacobsen, a leather sofa by Ted Boerner, benches by Giulio Lazzotti, stools by Philippe Starck, a 24-speaker Bose sound system, Bang & Olufsen speakers, a Canon projector, laser/LED lights and more. All these items are FREE and available to enhance your celebration shall you decide to use them. Of course, you may bring your own equipment, art and furniture. Shall you need publicity for your event, we'll secure it in an online publication at no additional cost. We’ll be with you every step of the way to make sure that your guests are enjoying an unforgettable special event!

• 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.

Empire Cruises is the go-to destination for an unforgettable NYC party boat rental experience. Whether you're planning a memorable boat rental for a birthday party, a lively college party cruise, or a romantic boat rental for your wedding, we offer an array of options to suit any occasion. Our fleet of well-appointed vessels provides the perfect backdrop for any celebration, offering stunning views of New York City's skyline. With a focus on customer satisfaction and a commitment to providing an exceptional experience, Empire Cruises ensures that your event will be as unique and memorable as the city itself. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, our expert team will help you create a seamless and spectacular event on the water.