Top Queens Wedding Shower Venues

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.

• Spaces for 50-200 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

People, plants, and cultures are honored at Queens Botanical Garden (QBG), an urban sanctuary where magnificent gardens, innovative educational activities, and real-world applications of environmental stewardship come together in a beautiful urban setting. Featuring 39 acres of land and indoor facilities, our venue is a one of a kind setting for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and photographs. Wedding parties have been holding their big day at Queens Botanical Garden for many years - come discover why they choose this location. We guarantee that your special day will be spectacular, whether you choose the Garden as a background for your photographs, exchange your vows in our magnificent Wedding Garden, have your reception on our Terrace or in our Auditorium. The Garden is also a beautiful setting for special occasions like as bar or bat mitzvahs, birthday or graduation parties, showers, cocktail parties, and other gatherings. Wedding Garden is an intimate setting surrounded by flowering plants, wood bridges, and gazebo, and enclosed by a white picket fence. It gracefully blends elements of Eastern and Western garden design while evoking the refined elegance of the Victorian era. The Wedding Garden is open to the public and can be rented. QBG creates one-of-a-kind receptions for you and your guests that will be remembered forever. In addition to our Auditorium and Terrace, which are just steps away from the Wedding Garden, we also offer reception spaces. Our selected caterers provide delectable dishes that may be customized to meet your specific wishes and dietary requirements.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

CityView NYC is a multi-sport club and private event venue in Long Island City, Queens, roughly 15 minutes from Midtown East and the Upper East Side via the 7, E, and F trains. The facility houses five indoor Har-Tru clay tennis courts, three padel courts under a 50-foot ceiling, and four squash courts — alongside a contrast therapy spa, gym, all-day café and juice bar, a pro shop, and locker rooms with steam and sauna. For private events, the club's Member's Lounge and Bar accommodates groups of up to 150 guests, combining full-bar service with an active social atmosphere suited to receptions, celebrations, and corporate gatherings. In-house food and beverage is available for all event bookings, and valet parking is on-site.

Located on the waterfront with sweeping skyline views, The Brant Event Space is a modern, light filled venue suited for everything from intimate gatherings to large-scale events. The design is clean and open, making it easy to shape the space around your event, while on-site solar and battery storage are thoughtfully integrated into how the building operates adding a meaningful sustainability element to the experience. The Brant is part of Solar One, a nonprofit organization dedicated to environmental education, workforce training, and advancing clean energy solutions across New York City. Every event held here directly supports that mission, helping to fund programs that empower communities, expand access to green jobs, and drive a more sustainable future.

• Spaces for 125-150 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark
• 1 space at this venue

The Bayside Historical Society makes its home in The Castle, a Gothic Revival landmark building completed in 1887 as the Officers' Club for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Fort Totten in Bayside, Queens. Designated a New York City landmark in 1974 and listed on the State and National Registers of Historic Places in 1986, the building has served as the Society's base of operations since 1984 following a major restoration. The Castle is available for private site rentals including weddings, celebrations, and reunions, accommodating up to 125 guests. Spaces include a grand ballroom with waterfront views, a sunlit reception hall with cathedral ceilings, an intimate dining room with an adjoining gallery, and a first-floor board room. Rental packages include tables and chairs, kitchen access for licensed caterers, coatroom service, and complimentary on-site parking.

• Spaces for 300-800 Guests
• 1 Event Space

We have been in the catering business for more than 30 years and are still going strong. At our seven Queens Da Mikele locations, we have planned and accommodated events of every size and complexity. We at Da Mikele Illagio are honored to be the realization of your lifelong dream to create the idealistic catering venue based on our years of experience in the market for an upscale yet reasonably priced venue. Your party will be exceptional, outstanding, and brilliant thanks to the expertise of Illagio's event planners. Gourmet food prepared on-site in our ultra-modern kitchen, a professional catering staff, and a beautiful, luxurious setting combine to create an event that is truly extraordinary and one-of-a-kind. What ever your event style, our special event planners will personally collaborate with you to ensure that your event is one-of-a-kind and memorable. We will walk you through the entire event planning process from beginning to end, assisting you in determining the most fundamental of elements as well as deciding on the countless design and decor options available: everything that will make your event stand out from the rest.

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Oligarch has secured its place as one of the most in-demand venues for all types of gatherings and occasions in NYC as one of the best catering halls and event spaces. Oligarch, located in the heart of Queens' Richmond Hill neighborhood, provides patrons and clients with an unrivaled experience that few, if any, other establishments in the city can equal. Oligarch is a large-scale restaurant and catering hall that is great for your next event or party, whether it is a business team-building event, a birthday celebration, or the appropriate location for your wedding reception. Oligarch, a modern marvel with a full ballroom, restaurant, and event center, is located in one of Queens' most handy places. While many of our guests compliment us on our exquisite décor and high-end, opulent aesthetic, Oligarch is much more than simply a pretty face! With a responsive and attentive staff, a full restaurant with food and catering options, a ballroom, wheelchair accessibility, and much more, Oligarch is a full-service venue you can rely on to give each and every one of your guests an unforgettable night. Oligarch, located in the heart of Queens, one of New York City's most culturally diverse boroughs, has hosted countless weddings, receptions, showers, and other bridal celebrations! Despite its clearly Russian-inspired moniker, Oligarch has hosted wedding celebrations for people and couples from various walks of life! You can trust on Oligarch to provide a memorable location for whatever you and your party have in mind, with each culture having their own speciality parties and wedding traditions! Oligarch is the place to be for any, or perhaps all, of your wedding's celebrations, whether it is a religiously oriented, more solemn affair or an exuberant bridal shower!

• 1 Event Space

The Metropolitan Building in New York City is the location of the wedding. Getting Married at the Metropolitan Building in Long Island City – This location is magical. From the outside, it appears to be a typical brown stone factory building in the middle of the old and industrial part of LIC, Queens, which is typical of many places in New York City. When you walk through the door, you are transported to another century. Very vintage in appearance, and you can only imagine how many stories this wedding venue could have to tell given its over 100-year existence. Furthermore, celebrating the wedding of Yvonne and Jack with family and friends in this magnificent building was a perfect fit. We started early to make the most of the many floors that this wedding venue had to offer, giddy with anticipation for the big day to finally arrive. The main (2nd Floor) is a beautiful setting for your wedding reception, ceremony, and even dinner, depending on the size of your wedding reception party. The entire space is ethereal, filled with earthy colors and brick walls, as well as gorgeous wooden floors. From the windows, you can see the Queensboro Bridge, which gives you the impression that you are right in the heart of New York City. The third floor is a photographer's dream come true. A floor covered in antiques, mirrors, and props, which contributes to the creation of a very special vintage atmosphere for wedding photographs. There is also a piano, a red room for the bride to get ready in, and a large amount of space for couple portraits as well as large groups and family portraits to be taken on location.

• Spaces for 80-150 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The W Loft boasts elegant waterfront views of the Manhattan skyline, as well as the surrounding boroughs. The glass walls making up the interior allow for guests to keep comfortable and still enjoy the view, no matter what the weather is like.

• Spaces for 260-1,000 Guests
• 4 Event Spaces

The most important moments in our lives involve special celebrations – a marriage, a birthday, a coming of age. Russo’s On The Bay helps individuals celebrate these special moments in their lives with friends, family and loved ones – in a beautiful setting, with exceptional service and flawless execution. Russo’s On The Bay makes every occasion a special occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a first birthday or a 50th anniversary, communion, or sweet sixteen, Russo’s has the expertise, experience and passion to bring you and your loved ones together in a memorable way. Your dedicated event coordinator will walk you through the planning process step by step, including menu selections, linens, lighting and décor options, as well as a thrilling collection of enhancements to further customize your event. With Russo’s On The Bay's unique on-site concierge service, their clients are immediately connected to a full network of exceptional resources for music, photography, floral arrangements, invitations, accessories, transportation and more, right down to preferred rates at area hotels. At Russo’s On The Bay, you are assured of impeccable service and innovative cuisine in the most elegant of settings, all delivered with a personalized touch that keeps the focus on you and your loved ones, creating lasting memories to cherish forever.

• 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 250 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

VIVO! Mediterranean Grill & Catering is a restaurant with a seasonal, locally inspired menu includes wild caught fish, prime aged meats, free-range chicken, and freshly cooked pastas. Our Chef and Culinary Team believe in using only the finest ingredients to ensure that the dish's integrity is never jeopardized. The restaurant's sophisticated, affluent ambience is reminiscent of the old world. The environment is both beautiful and trendy, with sun-filled, historic Ballrooms, a distinctively urban vibe in the Eating Room, handcrafted cocktails at the Bar and Lounge, and al fresco dining on the Patio adjacent to manicured gardens and gazebo. In addition, for all Kosher Events, VIVO! has teamed with W Kosher Events at One Hanover Square, The View at Battery Park, and VIVO! Do you have an unique occasion to commemorate? Allow VIVO! to host your next private gathering. The private ballrooms can accommodate 2 to 250 guests, ranging from a small intimate event to a large feast. Our professional catering managers can assist you in selecting the appropriate theme and setting for such a memorable occasion as weddings, Sweet 16's, Bridal Showers, and Bar and Bat Mitzvahs. VIVO! is also a fantastic venue for galas and fundraisers, fashion presentations, charity events, and dinner dances. Our experienced staff can create a stunning ambiance and theme for the cause, making it a memorable occasion. Your guests will be awed by the most unique views of the Throgs Neck Bridge and the picturesque rolling hills of Clearview’s Golf Course. These stunning vistas can only be seen from VIVO!'s private dining area. Our catered events receive the same level of attention to detail and use the same high-quality ingredients as our restaurant. The menu selection highlights our restaurant's rich flavors and delights. VIVO! will provide you and your guests with an evening of unrivaled elegance and excellence.

• Spaces for 240 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

The Adria Hotel and Conference Center is a full-service hotel and event venue in Bayside, Queens, offering 5,000 square feet of flexible event space suited to a wide range of social and corporate gatherings. The newly renovated ballroom accommodates up to 240 seated guests for banquets and celebrations, and up to 350 for all-day seminars and conferences, making it a versatile choice from intimate breakfast meetings to large-scale events. The venue hosts weddings, quinceañeras, sweet sixteens, birthday parties, and graduations alongside corporate functions including conferences, office parties, employee recognitions, and retirement events. State-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, a large dance floor, LED lighting, and high-speed Wi-Fi are all on-site, and a dedicated event coordination team handles setup, menus, and décor. The hotel's location near major roadways and both JFK and LaGuardia airports makes it convenient for guests traveling locally or from out of town, with Manhattan accessible via the Long Island Rail Road in approximately 20 minutes.

• Spaces for 12-200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 8 Hotels
• 8 Ballrooms

A GRAND CAFÉ IN MIDTOWN The National is Chef Geoffrey Zakarian’s vision of a go-to restaurant in New York City’s Neighborhood, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, seven days a week. The venue is conveniently located on the East Side of Manhattan within walking distance to the Rockefeller Center, Broadway, The United Nations and Grand Central Terminal. Chef Geoffrey Zakarian brings at The National his vision of a contemporary NYC Grand Café to life. The menu offers Zakarian's signature Modern American cuisine - a style of cooking that has earned him critical acclaim. Zakarian’s cuisine is fresh and accessible, concentrating on seasonal ingredients prepared with classic techniques. The National is located at The Benjamin, a restored 1927 Emery Roth hotel, a New York City Landmark and a fitting complement to the restaurant’s refined style, café culture, and eclectic interior design.

• 1 Event Space

The Aurora Gallery is a unique and affordable venue located in Queens, New York City. The Barn at Old Bethpage Village Restoration, offers the unique combination of a rustic yet elegant barn setting with the personalized attention to detail and service that Lessing’s is known for. Featuring over 8,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space, The Barn can accommodate weddings, galas, and other events with a guest list of up to 300 people. Wooden beams spanning high ceilings, sprawling country fields, and authentic farmland setting will surely impress your guests and keep them talking for years to come. WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT WEDDINGS When it comes to weddings, Lessing's has followed one simple philosophy for over a century, "we take care of our couples and guests as if they were family." Unique mansions and a medieval-style chateau, as well as intimate country clubs and a breathtaking castle, are among the venue options available in locations ranging from Montauk to Westchester, and most recently to Florida. Each venue offers a unique feature and are all complimented by exquisite cuisine prepared by award-winning chefs. Lessing's has over 130 years of experience in the wedding industry and can help you plan the wedding of your dreams.

• Spaces for 30-1,000 Guests
• 5 Event Spaces
• 1 Meeting Space

Army West Point Hospitality offers the perfect stomping ground for your next company summit, team-building retreat, private reception, or special event. Choose from multiple Army West Point Hospitality venues and experiences to help curate your next corporate event. Army West Point Hospitality has the ability to serve multi-day events and provide local overnight accommodations for any group size. Enlist Army West Point Hospitality to curate an event to fit your goals with white glove service. We will handle all aspects of your event to ensure you and your guests enjoy your experience. Our mission is to utilize our existing athletics venue assets to create customized and tailored events throughout the year to include private receptions, team building experiences to larger multi-day retreats. Host a legendary event here that will be sure to amaze and inspire your guests. Army West Point Hospitality is a 5013c, supporting the Cadet Athletes during their 47 months of service at the United States Military Academy.

• Spaces for 50-130 Guests

Good Days is a New American restaurant and cocktail bar in the heart of South Williamsburg, Brooklyn. From intimate dinners to lively celebrations, our space offers the perfect setting for gathering. Enjoy chef-driven, seasonal dishes, thoughtful cocktails, and the kind of hospitality that makes every moment feel personal. Whether you’re hosting friends, colleagues, or family, we’ll help you make it a truly good day. Our carefully curated bar program features playful cocktails, a robust amari selection, and a carefully curated wine list featuring intentional, sustainable producers. All served with warm, inviting hospitality in the coziest space, We look forward to helping you curate your next event with us!

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.

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Originally built for the 1964 World's Fair, Terrace on the Park stands as a New York City landmark in Flushing Meadows Park, Queens. The 120-foot modernist structure is visible for miles and offers 360-degree views of the New York skyline — a setting that makes itself felt across every indoor and outdoor event space. The venue accommodates groups of 50 to 900 guests across its varied spaces: the glass-walled Penthouse perched at the top of the building, the open-air Rooftop Garden suspended 20 stories above the park, multiple ballrooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, and a collection of suites, pavilions, and landscaped gardens. A private chapel and a rooftop wedding pergola provide dedicated ceremony settings. Nearby landmarks — the Unisphere, Citi Field, and the National Tennis Center — contribute a distinctive backdrop for portraits. Terrace on the Park handles a wide range of celebrations, from weddings and Bar and Bat Mitzvahs to corporate events, with in-house catering that can be customized for Asian, Kosher, South Asian, and LGBTQ+ events. The venue's combination of architecture, panoramic views, and full-service hospitality has earned it recognition as a Knot Best of Weddings Hall of Fame honoree.

• Spaces for 100-400 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

With stunning locations in Manhattan’s West Village and Williamsburg, Brooklyn, Industria has been at the epicenter of the creative industry since 1991. Founded by world-renowned photographer Fabrizio Ferri, Industria revolutionized the photo and event industry as the first multi-studio complex of its kind in New York City. Offering remarkable and versatile facilities, Industria’s studios are designed for commercial shoots and a variety of special events including exhibitions, conferences, fashion shows, trade shows, weddings, and pop-ups. The iconic Manhattan outpost offers a landmark 7,500-square-foot private building in the heart of the historic West Village. Surrounded by elegant townhouses and cobblestone streets, the studio is just a few steps from the Highline, the Whitney Museum, and the Meatpacking District. This location is artfully distressed, with red and blue brick, a huge skylight, multiple green-rooms, and a garage door for easy load-in/out. In addition to its iconic West Village studio, Industria offers two exceptional locations in Williamsburg, Brooklyn: 39 South 5th Street and 33 Grand. Strategically located near the waterfront Domino Park and only one subway stop away from Manhattan, the studios are easy to get to and are nestled in the city’s most happening neighborhood. With its 10,000 sq ft, 39 South 5th boasts 4 car-accessible studios with multiple entrances and retractable walls, 3 mezzanines, and majestic 25 ft cathedral ceilings. 33 Grand is an intimate 2,000 sq ft historical space and an architectural gem with a private yard and a 1000 sq ft basement. All locations stand out for their elegant industrial character and functional interiors that can be uniquely customized by clients. Partial Client List: Nike, Refinery 29, Gucci, Google, Lyft, Vice, The New York Food and Wine Festival, Sony, Uniqlo, Maserati, the NBA, The Independent Art Book Fair, MAC Cosmetics, The African Art Fair.