Top Lower East Side Wedding Shower Venues

• 1 Wedding Shower Album

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.

• 2 Wedding Shower Albums
• Spaces for 32-400 Guests

For your next private event, Cathédrale offers a truly exceptional experience with its French-Mediterranean flair and timeless elegance. Featuring triple-height, 26-foot ceilings and the striking Fillmore wire-mesh sculpture, this stunning venue sets the stage for unforgettable gatherings. Whether you're hosting an intimate dinner or a grand celebration, Chef Jason Hall’s ingredient-driven menu can be customized to your group’s needs, ensuring a personalized and memorable dining experience. Cathédrale has three flexible spaces that can be transformed for your dream event. For smaller gatherings, The Poster Room can accommodate 32 seated guests. For mid-to-large celebrations, The Patio can accommodate 58 seated guests and 60 reception style while the Main Dining Room can accomodate 150 guests seated. For Full Buyouts, our venue can seat 250 guests and accommodate 400 reception style. Cathédrale boasts a variety of flexible spaces, including the main dining room, a stylish bar area with additional seating, and a beautiful outdoor terrace with a retractable roof. For a more exclusive setting, the Poster Room provides a private dining space adorned with vintage concert handbills and its own dedicated restroom—perfect for intimate gatherings or VIP events. From corporate dinners to milestone celebrations, Cathédrale’s private event spaces offer the ideal atmosphere for any occasion, paired with world-class dining and unmatched ambiance.

• 1 Wedding Shower Album
• Spaces for 25-75 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 3 Landmarks
• 3 Total Spaces

Located on Irving Place near Gramercy Park, The Inn at Irving Place is a boutique hotel with 10 Suites that also offers an intimate, unique, historic setting for weddings, family events, private dinners, meetings, receptions, and small celebrations. Housed within adjoining 19th-century Greek Revival townhouses, the boutique property pairs residential character with elegant interiors and a quiet atmosphere just steps from Gramercy Park. Our spaces are versatile and can accommodate a spectrum of various events. We can offer part of the tea salon to accommodate 15 people or the entire room for 75. Soon to be launching is 'Blush', a cocktail bar with access to our rear patio. What makes the Inn at Irving so unique is our ability to host you not only your event, but you and your guests overnight in the hotel.

• 2 Wedding Shower Albums
• Spaces for 20-500 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Event Space

Rule of Thirds, located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, is a versatile venue featuring industrial charm with exposed brick, wood accents, and concrete floors, enhanced by lush greenery and natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows. Events can be hosted in the Corner Bar & Atrium space, or you can opt for a full buyout of the entire restaurant, utilizing all private dining rooms and courtyard areas. Our menu offers a Japanese-Izakaya style, served family-style, fostering a communal dining experience. Beverage packages include hand-selected wines, diverse beers, premium liquors, and crafted specialty cocktails. For event inquiries, contact us via PartySlate or email us at events@sundayhg.com. Let us help create an unforgettable event at Rule of Thirds.

• 1 Wedding Shower Album
• Spaces for 26-900 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar
• 7 Total Spaces

Host your next event at City Winery New York. With amazing live music capabilities, delectable culinary creations, an award-winning wine program, and stunning outdoor event space, City Winery offers everything you need to make your next private event an unforgettable experience. Our flexible music venue, winery, restaurant, bar, patio, and tasting room spaces can accommodate a variety of private events, from formal weddings and fundraising galas for hundreds of guests to intimate dining experiences and private parties for small groups, and anything else you can imagine. Offering a full-service event space with a built-in stage, state-of-the-art sound and production, and on-site catering in a unique urban winery atmosphere, the search for event venues near me ends here.

• 1 Wedding Shower Album
• Spaces for 20-400 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor
• 4 Total Spaces

ILA Penthouse is within the famed FlowerSchool NY and in the center of NYC's Chelsea Neighborhood. The venue has a 4,000 sft roof deck, a 3,000 sft interior space and a 1,200sft bar room. Located in the heart of Chelsea’s Flower District, ILA Penthouse has multiple uses for entertaining indoors and outdoors, from corporate team building events and trainings, to unique Michelin chef dining experiences and other milestone celebrations including baby showers and weddings. Our venue's botanical environment can be configured to suit your individual needs. We offer many catering options, custom cocktails & mocktails, event design services, and of course, flowers. Tables, chairs, house linens, dishes and glasses are all included with your rental. ILA Penthouse and FlowerSchool NY are eco-friendly businesses. We compost organic matter daily, and do not allow single-use plastics or balloons in our space. All of the floral designs are foam-free and supported by organic materials and/or reusable containers. Our venue fee includes round/rectangular tables, silverware, linens and everything you need for a superb event or meeting.

• 1 Wedding Shower Album
• Spaces for 75-700 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 3 Bars
• 3 Total Spaces

Located in the heart of Times Square, Margaritaville Resort Times Square offers a lively setting for corporate meetings, private dinners, receptions, celebrations, and group gatherings. The resort features flexible indoor event spaces, private dining options, rooftop venues with Manhattan skyline views, and modern meeting amenities including Wi-Fi and audiovisual capabilities. On-site catering, event planning support, group room blocks, and multiple dining concepts help create a seamless experience for hosts and guests. With tropical-inspired design and an energetic Midtown location, Margaritaville Times Square brings a playful resort atmosphere to events in New York City.

• 1 Wedding Shower Album
• Spaces for 25-80 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

As a native New Yorker (with deep family connections to Chicago) Homer Murray grew up with a passion for food and strong genetic desire to have a good time. After years of experience as the Sous Chef at local favorite Roebling Tea Room and becoming Chef/Partner at River Styx in Brooklyn, he opened his own place 21 Greenpoint in 2016. Located right next to the Transmitter Park waterfront in Greenpoint, Brooklyn - ‘21’ quickly became a neighborhood favorite. Homer’s focus has always been on creating flavorful, seasonal, unpretentious fare. This ethos and effort has placed 21 Greenpoint and Murray as a Michelin Bib Gourmand award-winner consistently since 2018. 21 Greenpoint is a New York City Bistro in Greenpoint, Brooklyn with a full bar, indoor and outdoor seating areas. We offer partial buyouts for up to 45 seated guests indoors and up to 20 guests outdoors on our patio. A full buyout is always an option for more than 50 guests.

• 1 Wedding Shower Album
• Spaces for 50-250 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

Tucked between 9th and 10th Avenues in the heart of Manhattan West, Ci Siamo offers live-fire cooking and homemade pastas from celebrated Chef Hillary Sterling served alongside a robust Italian wine list. With private dining options to suit every occasion, the restaurant features floor-to-ceiling windows, views of the Empire State Building, a private bar, and an adjacent outdoor terrace.

• 1 Wedding Shower Album
• Spaces for 60-125 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Bar

# About the Space Welcome to FESTIVÁL, a playful Farm-to-Bar cocktail café located in the heart of Manhattan's Upper East Side. More than a restaurant, FESTIVÁL is a versatile event and production venue designed for private celebrations, corporate gatherings, brand activations, photo shoots, film productions, networking events, cocktail receptions, and content creation. The space combines the warmth of a neighborhood café with the sophistication of a modern cocktail bar, featuring seasonal décor, abundant natural light, custom cocktails, flexible seating arrangements, and a distinctive New York atmosphere. Our menu is built around locally sourced ingredients, handcrafted cocktails, sustainable practices, and made-from-scratch food and beverage programs. Exclusive catering is available for all bookings, ranging from cocktail receptions and brunches to full-service dinners and custom event menus. Perfect For: • Private Parties • Corporate Events • Team Building Events • Networking Mixers • Birthday Celebrations • Engagement Parties • Bridal Showers • Product Launches • Brand Activations • Photo Shoots • Film & Television Productions • Content Creation • Workshops & Classes Space Features: • Full Café & Cocktail Bar • Indoor Dining Room • Sidewalk Café Seating • Natural Light • Seasonal Design Elements • Professional Catering • Craft Cocktail Program • Flexible Floor Plans • High-Speed WiFi • Production Friendly Environment Capacity: • Up to 100 Guests Standing • Up to 60 Guests Seated Whether you're hosting an intimate gathering, filming content, planning a corporate event, or celebrating a special occasion, FESTIVÁL offers a uniquely New York experience in one of Manhattan's most desirable neighborhoods.

• Spaces for 8-952 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 4 Bars
• 8 Total Spaces

Go beyond the typical event space with a collection of one-of-a-kind venues located within Moxy Lower East Side. From glamorous rooftops to sultry lounges, each setting brings its own vibe — perfect for hosting brand activations, private dinners, high-energy parties, or elevated corporate gatherings. The Highlight Room takes rooftop receptions to the next level with panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline and a luxe indoor-outdoor design. Sake No Hana offers an upscale, Tokyo-inspired atmosphere ideal for refined dinners or cocktail events, where moody lighting and elegant décor set the tone. For something more intimate and mysterious, Silver Lining Lounge channels a golden-era jazz club feel with live music and plush interiors — perfect for after-hours gatherings or creative meetups.Loosie’s, with its rebellious nightlife aesthetic and underground energy, is the go-to for immersive parties and bold brand moments.

• 1 Wedding Shower Album
• Spaces for 300 Guests

Traditional Mediterranean restaurant that will transport you the the Islands of Santorini.

• 2 Wedding Shower Albums
• Spaces for 32-50 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Located in New York City, The Love Shack is a surreal photographic location and event space. Alexander and Brittany Love designed and built two life-size dollhouses inside an abandoned industrial building in Bushwick, Brooklyn. A large majority of the pieces of furniture and lighting you see are either original designs, or they have been restored and modified from their original forms. Some of our pieces, such as our one-of-a-kind lighting designs and The Library Chair, are available for purchase. In addition to photoshoots, small corporate events like cocktail parties, weddings, and other intimate gatherings, the Love Shack can be used as a performance space or as a screening room. Rates and capacity will vary depending on the nature of your event, so please contact us for more information. • Maximum Standing Capacity: 50 people (We recommend no more than 40) • There are casual seating areas scattered throughout the space for up to 25 people. • Formal dining room for up to 32 people. • (tables and chair rental on request) • Complete with stove/oven, refrigerator/freezer, and dishwasher (no microwave) • There is a single full bathroom. • Verizon WiFi is extremely fast. • HDMI cable connects a high-definition 1920 x 1080 video projector to a 7 x 4 ft screen. • Bluetooth connectivity for a 1000-watt JBL speaker • Effective ductless air conditioning and heating that is quiet. • Two large capacity Alen Breathesmart HEPA air purifiers in the main space, as well as an Airthreal HEPA air purifier in the restroom, all of which are operational around the clock. Patio garden with umbrella, table and chairs available all year round. • Dimmable chandelier and table lighting to create a more intimate atmosphere. • Programmable color lighting with LEDs for a calming evening ambiance.

• 1 Wedding Shower Album
• Spaces for 85-110 Guests
• 1 Event Space

• Spaces for 50-90 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Meeting Space

Welcome to Privé, a private dining room and full-service hospitality company nestled in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. Privé offers an intimate experience seamlessly blending bespoke menus, unique bar programs, and a wildly ambient atmosphere. We specialize in all things event hospitality. Whether you’re partying with us or we’re bringing the party to you, Privé will be there to handle it. Our private dining room in the Lower East Side or our catering services are perfect for any occasion.

• Spaces for 30-475 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 3 Total Spaces

Nine Orchard Hotel offers event spaces for your next celebration in New York, New York. Nine Orchard transforms a Lower East Side landmark into a dynamic 113-room luxury hotel. Originally built in 1912, the 60,000-square foot former bank has been lovingly restored, from the lobby’s soaring, vaulted ceiling to the domed tempietto on the rooftop. All rooms have oversized windows, filling the space with natural light and showcasing the beautifully restored molding and architectural details, quiet color palette, and heart pine flooring, with rooms on higher floors delivering incredible skyline views. The hotel is located on the Lower East Side, surrounded by cultural institutions, picturesque streets, and unique restaurants, in what has become one of downtown New York’s most exciting destinations.

• Spaces for 10-420 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Bar
• 11 Total Spaces

Located on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, PUBLIC Hotel offers a sleek, design-forward setting for meetings, weddings, and social events. The venue features a collection of distinctive spaces, including modern event rooms, a rooftop with panoramic city views, and dynamic indoor-outdoor areas suited for a range of experiences. Clean architectural lines, warm lighting, and a contemporary aesthetic create a versatile backdrop for both intimate gatherings and large-scale celebrations, all complemented by elevated dining and a vibrant downtown energy.

• Spaces for 12-30 Guests

We are a cozy pizzeria and bar! NY style pies and slices alongside cold beers and curated wines, all served in an elevated, intimate setting.

• Spaces for 50-200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar
• 1 space at this venue

The event space is a modern, versatile venue in the heart of Nolita with a mix of industrial and natural design elements. Here’s a breakdown of its features: The space features a long, dimly-lit open space with exposed brick walls that suggest a more laid-back, lounge or cocktail setting. There is a bar or serving area with a sleek design that adds an intimate lounge like atmosphere with a sophisticated marble countertop and glass shelving behind it with the necessary fridge equipment for food and drinks. The back of the space features a a combination of exposed brick and greenery, offering a rustic yet contemporary feel. Hanging pendant lights with woven, natural materials enhance the organic vibe. Furniture includes simple wooden tables and cushioned seating, making it suitable for both informal gatherings and formal setups. There are a total of 6 bathrooms in the space and the basement has a walk in fridge, coat check and food prep area. This event space would be ideal for a variety of functions, including cocktail receptions, intimate gatherings, photoshoots or creative workshops. It blends industrial, natural, and modern design elements, making it perfect for your event.

• Spaces for 40-80 Guests

We are a luxury hair salon located in Nolita, 116 Elizabeth Street. Our space is very minimalistic and open concept throughout which makes it ideal for an event venue. Currently we occupy the entire second floor of a building with a direct elevator access that makes it even better! The space is great for cocktail reception, small gatherings or intimate dinners.