Top Manhattan Opening Party Venues

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  Recreation

  26 Ann St, New York, NY 10038, USA

  • Spaces for 40-200 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant
  • 1 Event Space

  Opened in October of 2018, Recreation is the latest installment from restauranteur and nightlife operator Jon Neidich of Golden Age Hospitality. Located upstairs at Moxy NYC Downtown Hotel in the Financial District, Recreation is a 5000 sq. ft. communal co-working space by day and a bar by night - serving as the ultimate living room for the neighborhood. The cocktail program—designed by Jim Kearns—showcases one of the most advanced tap cocktail systems in the country. The food menu at Recreation features all-day, evening, and late night dishes from Chef Akhtar Nawab of Alta Calidad. Drawing inspiration from the rec room at your neighbor's house, Recreation also features an old school Arcade Machine with games like Ms. Pacman and a half court-sized basketball court– designed to host events or just play ball. The only truly private event space in Recreation, the “Flex Space,” is a fully functioning half-basketball court with floor to ceiling windows, an authentic retro gym floors imported from a Midwestern high school, a state-of-the-art projector, foosball, and optional ping pong table. Whether you’re looking to shoot some hoops, host a daytime meeting, milestone birthday party, networking reception, shower, or any other type of special event, Recreation's Flex Space is the perfect setting for it all.

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  Temerario

  198 8th Ave, New York, NY 10011, USA

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

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  Apollo 360 Health

  873 Broadway, New York, NY 10010, USA

  Newly built retail-level event and production space conveniently situated at the bustling intersection of Broadway and 18th Street, a few steps from Union Square. This versatile venue offers a contemporary and dynamic environment ideal for a wide range of events and productions. With state-of-the-art amenities and a prime central location, our space is designed to cater to your every need, whether you’re hosting a corporate conference, a product launch, a private celebration, or a creative showcase. Explore our modern facilities, flexible layouts, and top-notch technical capabilities, all poised to elevate your event experience. Experience the epitome of convenience and sophistication in the heart of the city, at our Broadway and 18th Street venue.

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  Long Acre Tavern

  146 W 47th St, New York, NY 10036, USA

  From casual happy hours to full-scale corporate gatherings, entertainment industry mixers, sports viewing parties, and personal celebrations, we specialize in hosting events of all types and sizes. Our three-level layout includes both private and semi-private spaces that can be tailored to fit your group’s unique needs!!!! Our food and drink offerings are designed to please any crowd, with a menu that features classic American favorites, vegan and vegetarian options, and popular brunch items. Behind the bar, you'll find rotating draft beers, creative cocktails, and plenty of non-alcoholic selections for every guest. We’re happy to create custom menus and even offer branded cocktails or themed drink packages to give your event a personalized touch. With a state-of-the-art audio and video setup—including multiple large-screen TVs, customizable sound zones, and microphone access—Long Acre makes it easy to bring people together. Whether you're hosting a live presentation, streaming a major game, showcasing branded content, or just setting the vibe with your own playlist, our tech can be tailored to fit your event. Combined with our welcoming, energetic atmosphere, it's the perfect setting for team outings, client events, and milestone celebrations alike!!!! Let us help you plan your next unforgettable event!!

  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  Hard Rock Hotel New York

  159 W 48th St, New York, NY 10036, USA

  • Spaces for 45-600 Guests
  • 2 Restaurants
  • 3 Bars
  • 5 Total Spaces

  At the heart of music and entertainment, Hard Rock Hotel New York is steps from Times Square, Radio City Music Hall, Rockefeller Center, & more. Our Midtown Manhattan hotel has 446 guestrooms and suites, plus 3 creative culinary concepts. Take to the sky at RT60, dine at NYY Steak, or soak in the soundtrack of the city at Sessions. The hotel has nearly 13,00 square feet of event space make it ideal for receptions, performances, and social gatherings of any kind.

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  Barcade - FiDi

  10 Cortlandt St, New York, NY 10007, USA

  • Spaces for 250 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.

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  Tiwa Select

  86 Walker St 5th fl, New York, NY 10013, USA

  • Spaces for 45-120 Guests

  TIWA is a cultural event space and gallery in the heart of New York's historic Tribeca neighborhood. SPACE: The Main Gallery space overlooking historic Walker Street is a clean slate allowing for a variety of uses, specifically private dinners, cocktail receptions, talks, presentations, and exhibitions. The Rear Gallery, which houses an extensive library of art books and lounge seating, allows for an extension of the Main Gallery, or for a separate gathering space that provides staging, back of house, or a meeting area. GALLERY: Celebrating the blurred line between art and design, and the ever-evolving culture of craft, TIWA Select is a platform and gallery space engaging with artists and makers who share an affinity for the unexpectedness of the handmade. Largely self-taught with the ability to work with locally-sourced materials, collaborators draw on traditional practices in their craft — but always as an embodied interpretation of their time, environment, and culture. Their works are tethered to their personal stories, elevating everyday functional objects as artifacts of human experience. Founded in 2021 by Alex Tieghi-Walker, TIWA Select has showcased works in New York City, London and Los Angeles, has collaborated with Farago Gallery and Frieze, and opened their first permanent gallery space in New York’s Tribeca district in Fall 2023.

  Avg response time 6-12 hrs

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  ELM by Atelier Collective

  216 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10012, USA

  • Spaces for 125-250 Guests

  Welcome to ELM by Atelier Collective, where we create unforgettable connections through transformative event experiences in the buzzing heart of SoHo at 216 Lafayette Street. With lofty ceilings, sun-drenched spacious rooms and historic charm, our space is more than a blank canvas. We are home to functional architecture, cutting-edge technology and event experts that can bring any idea to life. ELM was born to bring people together in New York’s quintessential neighborhood – but our story begins far before our inception. While we opened our doors as a hospitality company in 2023, the roots of our space are embedded into the city’s rich history, spanning over generations. Starting as a factory at the turn of the century to serving as home to New York City’s now lost neighborhood, Gasoline Alley, our white worn brick walls and charismatic wood floors are true marks of history. In fact, we like to think of them as proof that life happened here. As a nod to the magic that came before us, our name pays homage to the original title of iconic the Lafayette Street – Elm Street.

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  5TH & MAD

  7 E 36th St, New York, NY 10016, USA

  THE BUSINESS OF LEISURE. Bi Level Corporate, Event, Social space. Full Service, Custom Packaging, Audio & Media capabilities. In the heart of Midtown Manhattan, 5th & MAD is the go-to destination for cocktails, dinner and events in the city. A bi-level venue. 5th &MAD is a fully renovated beautiful space, featuring multiple event spaces, each offering a unique experience, along with two full - service bars and bespoke event areas.

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  Monterey

  New York, NY, USA

  Simon Oren, Dudi Sasson and Chef James Tracey bring midtown Manhattan a glamorous bold American restaurant. A raw bar features every crustacean imaginable, and servers stroll through the dining room brandishing custom gueridon carts preparing items tableside. The menu circles the globe offering Chef Tracey’s seasonal cuisine alongside an extensive selection of Prime Dry-Aged Steaks, and Roast Prime Rib of Beef. Designed by Scott Kester and Dudi Sasson, the two-floor lofty space is comfortable and lavish with an expansive bar and seating for upwards of 200 guests; perfect for large group dining, with private rooms for business and social events.

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  Sportime NY Events

  1 Randalls Is, New York, NY 10035, USA

  Welcome to our new Sportime Building, a versatile and vibrant space that offers a unique twist on the traditional event venue. Originally designed for tennis and pickle ball enthusiasts, our 11,000 sq. ft. facility, expandable up to an impressive 45,000 sq. ft., provides the perfect backdrop for a wide range of special occasions. Whether you’re planning a bar mitzvah, bat mitzvah, corporate event, or any other celebration, Sportime delivers a dynamic and customizable environment to suit your needs. With a customizable bar and a cozy café area, our venue is not just a place to gather, but a space to create unforgettable memories. Come and experience the flexibility and charm of our new building at Sportime where every event is served with a dash of excitement and a touch of elegance.

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  Creatures at Selina Rooftop

  New York, NY, USA

  Creatures Rooftop at Selina Chelsea is where coastal flavors meet Manhattan's glittering skyline. Sip on signature cocktails and savor each bite with views of the Empire State. By night, we turn up the tempo with local and touring electronic DJ talents, bringing a world of beats to NYC's sky-high playground. Every weekend, Creatures becomes a vibrant nexus of culture and sound, boasting an illuminated ambiance and an upbeat vibe that's captured the hearts of New Yorkers and travelers alike. Recognized as a top rooftop destination, we invite you to experience the ultimate urban escape—where every visit is an occasion, and the city's energy reaches new heights.

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  Pixie Dust Pole and Aerial

  333 W 52nd St, New York, NY 10019, USA

  • Spaces for 60 Guests

  Looking for a stunning, versatile space for your next creative project or event? Our pole and aerial studio in the heart of Manhattan offers a bright, sun-filled atmosphere during the day, perfect for photoshoots, video shoots, or rehearsals. As the sun sets, the studio transforms with beautifully curated lighting, creating an inviting ambiance for evening events, parties, or intimate gatherings. The studio’s serene pastel color palette adds a touch of elegance and versatility, making it the perfect backdrop for any occasion or creative endeavor. Whether you're shooting, celebrating, or creating, our space is ready to bring your vision to life.

  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  Spring Studios

  6 St Johns Ln, New York, NY 10013, USA

  • Spaces for 50-774 Guests

  Spring is a multi-disciplinary creative house that elevates brands by unifying culture, content and experiences. Founded in 1997 with offices in London, New York & Milan, Spring Studios combines a creative agency with high-end studio spaces and production services. Spring Studios-New York delivers an exclusive experience to creative and innovative industries and individuals. Spaces range from intimate to grand, all unified by impact full architecture and design. Located in TriBeCa, strategically between SoHo, the West Village, and the Financial District, Spring Studios is equipped with cutting-edge technology and offers spaces to accommodate from 10 to 2,500 guests, with multiple elevators and a freight loading access area with loading docks. Additional Information: - 45,000 sq. ft. of Versatile Event Spaces - Column-Free Spaces - 30 ft. High Ceilings - Impactful Architecture & Design - 9,550 sq. ft. Roof Terrace - Floor-to-Ceiling Windows Overlooking the City Skyline - 43,000 sq. ft. of Social Membership Club & Meeting Spaces - Concierge, IT Services and Executive Administrative Support

  Avg response time 2-4 hrs

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  Barcade - East Village

  6 St Marks Pl, New York, NY 10003, USA

  • 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.

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  Coco Pazzeria

  1078 1st Ave., New York, NY 10022, USA

  • 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.

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  Current

  59 Chelsea Piers, New York, NY 10011, USA

  • Spaces for 450-500 Guests

  One of New York City’s newest waterfront venues, Current offers an expansive open space filled with natural light overlooking the Hudson River and Chelsea Piers marina. With wood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, fabric wall panels, luminescent accents, and a 16-foot-high custom-lit ceiling, this innovative venue combines warm and cool textures to create a unique experience in a truly modern setting. With over 6,000 square feet of flexible event space and breathtaking water views, this sophisticated venue is ideal for unforgettable weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, milestone celebrations, galas, corporate events, and holiday celebrations for up to 360 guests. Current offers state-of-the-art technology, solar and blackout shades, full AV services, and valet parking. Renowned caterer Abigail Kirsch provides unparalleled cuisine and service, while Current’s seasoned team of event professionals will guide and work with you every step of the way to ensure your celebration will be nothing short of spectacular.

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  Ainslie Bowery

  199 Bowery, New York, NY 10002, USA

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  Central Park Zoo

  E 64th St, New York, NY, USA

  • 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.

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  Big Deal Speakeasy Casino

  1 E 28th St 6th floor, New York, NY 10016, USA

  Big Deal Casino is a 5 star Speakeasy as seen in The Today Show, TimeOut, The NY Post, The NY Daily News, Crain's, NY Magazine, WPIX, FOX5, Wall Street Journal, NY Times, NY1 etc. We are a wholly unique event experience as we are the only Speakeasy Casino in the country and we specialize in "Secret Events." We are told time and time again that we are the most fun event in the city. Our clients include fortune 100/500 companies Blackstone, JP Morgan, AIG, Lincoln Financial, KPMG, Morgan Stanley, AMEX, Viacom, Google, Deloitte, NBC/Uni, La Prairie, PwC, Omnicom Group, Pernod Ricard, EY, Comcast, adidas, IPG, Mastercard, DDB, Amazon, Credit Suisse, Deloitte, Hearst, and TD Securities as well as Bobcat, CRC, Hilton, Patriot, Durst, La Prarie, Condé Nast Davis, Polk & Wardwell, Getty Images, Wachtell, CBRE, Gibson Dunn, Oscar Health Insurance, CFC, Swiss RE, Epic Games, Clayton Dubilier & Rice, etc. "BEST event in company history!" – Steven, Epic Games "It truly felt like we had been transported to an exclusive Vegas club." – Katie, Shade FX "BEST PARTY OF THE YEAR!!" – Greg, Getty Images "BEST NIGHT EVER. Have you ever seen a dealer heckle the players? Its hilarious! I've never laughed so hard. A+ all the way" -Joe, J. Trading "If you are planning an event RUN, don't walk to Big Deal Casino NYC! BEST EVENT EVER!! The staff and the space are AWESOME! Couldn't have been a more perfect or memorable night! We're still smiling, sleep deprived but still smiling!" – Laura M, Lambertville, NJ "Do you want a super cool, surprisingly original, and ENDLESSLY FUN venue for an upcoming event? Look no further. We had a wonderful wedding party every step of the way, from planning through the event itself...the perfect experience...an event your guests will never forget! Five Stars!" – Michael S, NY NY "The team had a phenomenal time and couldn't stop talking about how much they enjoyed the evening! BEST TEAM BUILDING EVENTS in town!!!" – Michelle, AMEX

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