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Our local hosts have welcomed 640345+ people into their engagement venues with reviews averaging 4.9 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 98%.
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from$130/hr
Chic, Old School Soho Loft with Natural Light, Made for Instagram, E-Commerce & Creatives
Canal Street, New York, NY
67
...content within a home environment. The space is a professional lifestyle content studio and is perfect for press, social sharing, and branded engagements. It can also be used for shooting both video and still. Our studio loft is equipped to host creatives spanning every industry...
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from$500/hr
Exclusive Loft on 5th with Furnished Rooftop, Kitchen, Staff, Tax & Gratuity included
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY
381
Our Loft on 5th features a fully furnished rooftop with a speaker system, heat lamps, and an NYC view, a full kitchen for caterers, 2 dining tables for a seated dinner for up to 20 guests, and an elegant, custom built-in bar with glassware. 3...
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from$250/hr
Convertible Space in the Heart of Chelsea
Midtown, New York, NY
73
Located in the heart of Chelsea, this space is the perfect venue for your next intimate gathering. Whether it be a dinner party, bridal shower, private wine tasting or photoshoot our 1,800 square foot space is just what you’ve been looking for. We've hosted dinner...
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from$100/hr
SoHo Beautiful and Private Meeting Room
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY
214
This beautiful bright meeting room is on the 7th floor inside a quintessential SoHo Loft building. With 13' high ceilings and abundant natural light, it can accommodate up to 6 people for a comfortable private meeting. Equipped with a TV, whiteboard, and high-speed WiFi, our...
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from$250/hr
Classic Studio Located in the Heart of Harlem
Upper Manhattan, New York, NY
19
This studio is a amazing indoor/outdoor space. It has a beautiful brick face wall. A bar with 3 sinks located in the backyard. We have outdoor heaters and the backyard is covered as well. The space holds 75 people and is suitable for most private...
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from$54/hr
Multi set daylight photo studio in midtown
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY
214
3D Tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=i6nGSe6UA22 Our studio is located in Midtown Manhattan, variety of public transportation. The space has boxlike shape which allows to shoot different directions and create versatile setups. Windows are facing inside the yard which has two major benefits: minimal noise is coming from...
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from$55/hr
Indoor/Outdoor Pop Up Storefront Space on St. Mark's Place, downtown NYC's busiest block!
East Village, New York, NY
122
This is an amazing opportunity to sell your clothing or merchandise on downtown NYC's busiest block, the always hip St. Mark's Place between 2nd and 3rd Avenues. Unique to St. Mark's our bookstore and café has a small storefront enclave shop (approximately 9 feet x...
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from$95/hr
Royal Velvet / Baroque Luxury / Great Gatsby Space
Fort George, New York, NY
1244
The Luxe Galore boasts 4 beautiful rooms within an apartment space located in the vibrant area of Washington Heights. Our production studio is ideal for Photoshoots & Video Production. The space is very bright, open, spacious and warm. It has a lot of natural light...
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from$275/hr
Spectacular East Village Townhouse
Alphabet City, New York, NY
137
Note: Currently only allowing gatherings that max out at 25-30 people. Huge space (over 2,00 thousand sq.ft) with a massive atrium skylight letting in tons of natural light in the heart of the east village. House has spacious patio garden which is accessed through the...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long do people rent engagement venues in New York?
Most engagement venues are scheduled for 5 hours, with 38 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Engagement Parties starting between {avg_start_time_start} and {avg_start_time_end}.
How much does a engagement venue cost to rent in New York?
Engagement venues in New York average $208 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to $113, whereas larger venues run about $269 per hour.
From waterfront venues with spectacular skyline views to chic downtown spaces, New York City boasts plenty of unique and memorable engagement venues ideal for a celebration. Plus, there are so many activities in NYC for guests to enjoy before and after your engagement party: They can experience the dazzling lights and bustle of Times Square, take a scenic stroll through Central Park, or dance the night away at one of Brooklyn’s many nightclubs. Whether you’re looking for a historic location or a more laid-back setting, you’ll find the ideal space in the Big Apple for an unforgettable engagement party.
The most meaningful engagement venues reflect the couple's personality and style. That’s why certain couples opt for a classic, elegant setting for their engagement party, such as a historic building or mansion. Check with the New-York Historical Society or similar organizations to find out what options are available. On the other hand, if you and your fiancé are art lovers, an exhibit hall or modern gallery could make for an intimate, aesthetically pleasing venue to celebrate your engagement. Most galleries are able to accommodate private events and provide a truly unique setting for parties. In addition, outdoor venues like rooftop terraces and plant-filled courtyards could be great if you're aiming to keep the vibe relaxed and informal.
From sandy beaches and lush parks to private gardens, there are plenty of outdoor engagement venues throughout the five boroughs for your party. After you’ve found a fabulous outdoor engagement venue in NYC, make sure your photos are all captured beautifully so you’ll remember this day for years to come.
An effective way to create an unforgettable ambiance is to take advantage of natural light that comes from being outdoors. Natural sunlight can provide a gorgeous backdrop for all your engagement photos. Additionally, consider using curtains or illuminated pieces like candles to make the venue even more magical. Follow these tips on how to make sure your outdoor engagement photos turn out amazing:
Not only is natural sunlight great for engagement photos, but it also sets the mood by providing a romantic and dreamy atmosphere. Capture plenty of candid shots as guests laugh and dance while they enjoy the unforgettable ambiance you've created.
An effective way to create an unforgettable ambiance is to take advantage of natural light that comes from being outdoors. Natural sunlight can provide a gorgeous backdrop for all your engagement photos. Additionally, consider using curtains or illuminated pieces like candles to make the venue even more magical. Follow these tips on how to make sure your outdoor engagement photos turn out amazing:
- Incorporate props such as flowers, leaves, or themed props
- Experiment with colored gels and off camera lights
- Use reflectors and umbrellas to bounce natural light when needed
- Get creative and have fun with unique poses, angles, and backdrops
- Capture key moments at different times of day or night
Not only is natural sunlight great for engagement photos, but it also sets the mood by providing a romantic and dreamy atmosphere. Capture plenty of candid shots as guests laugh and dance while they enjoy the unforgettable ambiance you've created.
Reviews for engagement venues
Michael D.
Convertible Space in the Heart of Chelsea
was amazing to work with and extremely helpful throughout the entire process even on short notice. I trusted her with the decorations for my engagement party and it came out perfect! She was very flexible and accommodating to our needs and responded to all our questions almost instantly. The day...
Spencer H.
Convertible Space in the Heart of Chelsea
Jillian was helpful the whole way through the booking process. Amazing space. We hosted an engagement party and the staff were all accommodating. Bartenders were first class. Amazing sunset views with the Manhattan skyline. Space is even larger in person...
Ramis W.
Groovy Elegant Urban Gallery Space & Roof Terrace
Katie’s gallery was such a beautiful and intimate space to host my engagement party. It’s spacious, well lit, and has fantastic art. And the best part of this booking was Katie herself: she was so friendly, always responsive, and very accommodating. I couldn’t have asked for...
Claire O.
Sunny and Private Rooftop Sundeck in the heart of Union Square
What an absolute hidden gem! My Fiancé and I spent a lot of time researching where we should have our engagement party for ~40 people and as soon as we saw this space we knew it was perfect! The space is really beautiful and well kept and comes equipped with...
Eros G.
Speakeasy Midtown Loft for Events with staff and amenities included
The host was friendly, helpful, and responsive. We had a surprise engagement party, and it couldn't have been better. The venue manager and bartender were both fantastic. We would absolutely use this space again...
Michael M.
Bryant Park Loft for Meetings and Presentations
My colleague and I ran a 2 day couples retreat designed to cultivate deeper relational connection and the space was ideal for creating an engaging environment for our couples to relax into each other. Jack is very responsive and the our onsite point person Vianca rocks, very personable and attentive...
Mia O.
Accepting Rentals - Speakeasy styled loft near Bryant Park with props and themed rooms
This space was amazing! The building manager was incredibly professional and made our shoot a breeze. This space itself is gorgeous and gave our engagement pictures an incredibly regal feel. Would book this space again...
Wale C.
Loft on 5th with Private Rooftop for Photo, Video and Film Shoots
This Space was Perfect for my engagement shoot. With different rooms, we were able to achieve several looks.
The customer service was great. The space coordinator was hands-on and very helpful, I’ll definitely book again for future shoots...