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from$175/hr
Unique DIY Event Venue in Chelsea Manhattan

Midtown, New York, NY

4.7(182)
Venue capacity icon60

Loft

TALS Studio. ...Food: Breakfast, Dinner, Brunch, Cooking Class, Luncheon, Rehearsal dinner. - Networking: career expo, funeral, memorial, mixer, loft. - Party: baby shower, bridal shower, happy hour, wedding reception, engagement party, gathering, holiday party, reunion, wedding shower, beer and wine tasting, marriage proposal, food tasting, Super Bowl party. - Retreat...
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from$299/hr
1,700 Square Foot Cloud-Like Chelsea Luxury Loft

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

5.0(10)
Venue capacity icon25

Apartment Loft

Open luxury Chelsea loft designed beautifully and situated with 1,700 square feet of living, dining, meeting, and kitchen space. There are two large bedrooms that can be used as separate seating areas, two fireplaces, a built-in bar, a large galley-style kitchen for meal/snack/coffee prep, and...
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from$250/hr
Convertible Space in the Heart of Chelsea

Midtown, New York, NY

4.9(74)
Venue capacity icon40

Lounge

Meaux Space. ...or photoshoot our 1,800 square foot space is just what you’ve been looking for. We've hosted dinner parties, happy hours, luncheons, corporate meetings, pop-ups, photo shoots and provided a comfortable work space for people! Details on the space -- 1,800 square...
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from$350/hr
Fully Furnished Penthouse & Terrace

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

4.8(118)
Venue capacity icon100

Event Venue

The penthouse is a 2-floor private loft with an outdoor rooftop terrace! The fully furnished facility features state-of-the-art audio visual equipment, comfortable lounge seating, built-in bar, conference table, full kitchen and passenger elevator. Perfect For: Intimate Social Gatherings, Birthday Parties, Intimate Weddings, PR Events, Showrooms...
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from$200/hr
Modern NY Chelsea Loft | BYOB & Holiday Parties

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

5.0(34)
Venue capacity icon50

Apartment Loft

FOOD & BEVERAGE POLICY + SPACE DETAILS: • Guests are allowed to bring their own alcohol • Outside food is allowed • Full kitchen • Cooking and food preparation is allowed on site • Speakers, Television • Music Rules: Amplified music is allowed by connecting...
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from$300/hr
Modern Industrial Manhattan / Hudson Yards Loft and Gallery for Events

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

4.9(107)
Venue capacity icon50

Gallery

Udo Spreitzenbarth Photography. FOOD & BEVERAGE POLICY + SPACE DETAILS: • Alcohol may be served by a licensed vendor • Outside food is allowed • Full kitchen • Cooking and food preparation is allowed on site • Microphones, Projector, Speakers • Music Rules: DJ and amplified music is...
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from$500/hr
Full Service Loft in Flatiron with Sound System for DJs, Custom Lighting, Dance Floor & Pool Table. Staff, Cleaning, Gratuity & Tax Included.

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

4.9(371)
Venue capacity icon100

Event Venue

PLEASE READ to review our rental rates, per-person open bar package options, BYOB rental rate, and the full list of amenities that we provide. Our Loft in Flatiron occupies an entire floor located in the heart of the Flatiron District. We allow up to 120...
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from$500/hr
Full Service Loft on 5th with Rooftop, Sound System for DJs, Dance Floor, Custom Lighting & Kitchen. Staff, Cleaning, Gratuity & Tax Included.

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

4.9(515)
Venue capacity icon100

Event Venue

PLEASE READ to review our rental rates, per-person open bar package options, BYOB rental rate, and the full list of amenities that we provide. Our Loft on 5th features a fully furnished rooftop with a fireplace, outdoor speaker system, and a NYC view. It also...
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from$300/hr
Massive and Bright Flatiron Loft

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

5.0(4)
Venue capacity icon16

Apartment Loft

This massive, bright, three exposure loft is located in the landmarked Holtz House at 7 East 20th Street, between Broadway and Fifth Avenue in the Flatiron district. The ornate, Beaux-Arts edifice was erected in 1907 as a commercial building with the Holtz Restaurant originally located...
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from$250/hr
Main Bar + Balcony

Midtown, New York, NY

5.0(12)
Venue capacity icon100

Bar

...The Main Bar: The Main bar is a semi private space and is ideal corporate parties, game watch parties, happy hour meet up groups of all sizes. This venue has 6 HDTVs and a balcony where you have access to the main bar. The Main...
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from$150/hr
Tap Room + Fireplace

Midtown, New York, NY

5.0(6)
Venue capacity icon50

Tap Room

...Room: The Tap Room is a semi private space that is ideal for corporate parties, game watch parties, lunches, dinners and happy hour meetup groups. This venue has 5 HDTV TVs and accommodates groups from 10-35 people (this space can be increased for larger...
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from$250/hr
Swanky Speakeasy Bar & Lounge

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

4.6(14)
Venue capacity icon75

Speakeasy

The Den is a swanky speakeasy in the heart of midtown. Featuring a small stage with big acts, a bar with premiere libations and shared tapas menu with all the trimmings. Enjoy plush velvet tufted couches with friends and great energy. There are live music...
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from$299/hr
Sunny and Private Rooftop Sundeck in the heart of Union Square

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

5.0(8)
Venue capacity icon50

Rooftop

Have you ever wanted to enjoy a glass of champagne in the heart of Union Square? Our 3500 sq. ft rooftop welcomes guests to plush on our lounge chairs and enjoy our rooftop garden. Our Venue is ideal for any kind of events, if you...
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from$140/hr
Luxury Private TownHouse in Manhattan

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

4.9(71)
Venue capacity icon30

Townhome

Located in the heart of Gramercy, this property is situated on 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10010 This is a second-floor place with 2,000 sq ft with an elegant designer, art, and modern filled dream loft. If you are interested in renting the 3rd floor...
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from$500/hr
Creative Event Space and Screening Room

Midtown, New York, NY

4.8(74)
Venue capacity icon75

Lounge

The screening room space can be set up in a number of configurations to accommodate your group. The large flat screen TV has HDMI connection perfect for a presentation or debuting visual work. The space is next to a pantry room/ common area and outdoor...
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from$100/hr
Lower East Side's Historic Bar & Lounge

Ukrainian Village, New York, NY

4.4(23)
Venue capacity icon200

Bar & Lounge

Karma. My space works well for all occasions, from film, photography, private party, special occasions, pop up shops, performance, video release, album release, music video shoot. The layout is divided up into several sections which can be manipulated to fit mostly everyones vision, especial the creative...
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from$25/hr
Sexy bar/lounge in historic Greenwich Village - Marilyn seating area

Greenwich Village, New York, NY

4.9(80)
Venue capacity icon50

Bar & Lounge

Madame X. The venue you're looking at is a very red, bordello-style bar/nightclub, and the Marilyn seating area is an exclusive section of our larger main lounge. The pictured area is comfortable for groups of 30 to 50 and consists of two grouping of couches, ottomans and...
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from$200/hr
Exposed brick Multi-use Event Space

Ukrainian Village, New York, NY

4.8(274)
Venue capacity icon74

Flex Space

RESOBOX East Village. Versatile 1,200 sqft East Village storefront in New York, NY. With its large windows, this prime first-floor location has a special ambiance showcasing exposed brick walls, ideal for hosting vibrant events for up to 74 guests. Perfect for a variety of activities, the space can...
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from$175/hr
Beautiful brick wall exposed cozy coffee shop in SOHO

South Village, New York, NY

5.0(14)
Venue capacity icon30

Coffee Shop

The space serves a purpose of being a cozy and welcoming coffeehouse during normal times. Our coffeehouse name is 'Now or Never Coffee' where we promote our guests to have now or never moments in our space. Three main below are ideal in our space...
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from$460/hr
Mediterranean Loft with Rooftop Patio

Bowery, New York, NY

4.9(13)
Venue capacity icon200

Industrial Loft

Please note the pricing you see on Peerspace is not final as it doesn't include our studio manager fee. We rent our spaces for 4 categories: meetings, productions, events, and showrooms. Each category has different minimum hours, pricing, cleaning fees, etc. We always charge three...
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Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary data from bookings made on Peerspace from 2016-2024.

Discover the best places to host a happy hour party in NYC

The options for happy hour venues in New York City are endless, whether you’re in the mood for a dive bar, a trendy rooftop spot, or a cocktail lounge. Happy hour is the perfect opportunity to get together with coworkers or friends to enjoy good company and discounted appetizers and drinks. After all, the atmosphere in NYC is electric, and there's always something going on, so you're sure to have a great time at your happy hour event, no matter if you're looking for an outdoor patio to catch up with friends or an upscale bar to network with colleagues.

Celebrate a special occasion at unique happy hour venues in NYC

When looking for happy hour locations in NYC, you’re in luck because the five boroughs are brimming with trendy eateries and bars. Here are a few versatile happy hour venues to consider:
  • Rooftop lounges offer the chance to enjoy drinks outdoors while overlooking the twinkling cityscape. Book a rooftop lounge where you can appreciate stunning views with your drinks, as well as additional features like outdoor fire pits, live music, and games.
  • Restaurants often have options to book private rooms or booths at reduced rates during happy hours. If you’re planning a special happy hour event to celebrate a birthday or coworker’s promotion, you could even inquire if you can create a special menu.
  • Bars and pubs radiate a cool, laid-back charm — the dim lights, cozy seating, and relaxed vibe — it’s no wonder they’re among the most popular happy hour venues for socializing over drinks. Plus, the variety of bars in NYC means that you can easily find something that fits your needs and budget.

Ultimately, the venue selection depends on the size of your group and type of event you’re hosting. From themed bars to scenic rooftops, there are so many cool places for a happy hour in NYC.

Enjoy good company at happy hour locations Midtown, NYC

Happy hours are all about having fun with friends over food and drinks. With a huge selection of delicious food and drinks, plus a fun and festive atmosphere, happy hour venues are the ideal place to unwind after a long day. Whether it’s an intimate gathering at a cozy bar, a stylish rooftop lounge, or a unique restaurant experience, there’s an ideal spot in NYC for any happy hour event.

Reviews for happy hour venues

Beth E.
Exposed brick Multi-use Event Space
Host was very responsive and accommodating. The space was perfect for our event! We would definitely have another happy hour event here...
Jo N.
Exposed brick Multi-use Event Space
This space was perfect for our event, which was-part workshop, part-presentation (using their projector and screen) and part-happy hour networking. They were very helpful and flexible with both set up and clean up. We got the food from their caterer, yummy Japanese snacks. The location was great...
Macy M.
Exposed brick Multi-use Event Space
was just as the pictures described and exactly what we needed for our event. We had trouble finding places in NYC for a company Happy Hour that was reasonably priced and we would use Peer Space again! Takashi helped us bring our vision to life and was very quick to...
Emily K.
Spacious Theatre Event Space in Historic NOHO
staff. Used space for evening corporate event. Selected space because we wanted to do video recording of product presentations. Event ended with food and happy hour. The venue was able to take care of everything. They handled all outside vendors, so I only had to have one contact and one...
Alexandra C.
Workshop, Meeting & Presentation Space
Videology and the staff there was extremely thoughtful and attentive the entire time. The space was perfect for our needs and everyone loved having happy hour at the bar at the end of the day. I'll be looking for a reason to come back sometime soon...
Amanda C.
Lovely and elegant loft style space in lively Meatpacking district, NYC!
come together as easily as it did. I am forever grateful to her, her help, and even her willingness to recommend places for a happy hour that was also a part of this event. Many many many thanks...
Kristina P.
Soho Creative Boardroom & Lounge
with everything you could possibly need to host an event. We used the space for a creative briefing, followed by a yoga session and Happy Hour. Plenty of chairs, supplies (post-it's, markers, etc). Plus, the space has a laid back vibe + awesome decor that helps set the right...
Charlie Z.
Artist's Loft for Conferences and Events
corporate meetings. The space appeared as advertised and the pricing was extremely reasonable. The space was utilized for back-to-back meetings and a happy hour for 45 guests and all the rental furniture was included. I definitely recommend this venue and would use the space again...
Siena V.
Hidden Hollywood Bungalow and outdoor patio
You HAVE to book your next at this spot. Owner Betty, goes above and beyond! I booked this space for a corporate happy hour. Food, drinks, and space was a 10/10! Service was a 100/10! The detail and extra mile that Betty & her team puts in, made our event...
Michele S.
Lovely Happy Hour Space w/ Outdoor Terrace near Fenway Park
our own thing as long as we put everything back which was easy. Definitely recommmend! Great for work functions, off site work retreats, networking, happy hours, and more...
Satiny J.
Tavern/Bar located in the heart of Adams Morgan in Washington, DC
what can I say about this space it was simply amazing. Just the right spot for my birthday. Happy hour. The staff was awesome , very professional and accommodating. I will definitely be booking again...
Estefania B.
Main Bar + Balcony
hosted a work happy hour for about 60 people and we had a great time using this space. John was easy to get in touch with and was communicative and friendly throughout. The eight pass around appetizers were solidly delicious bar food, and were served frequently enough that food never...
Kim T.
Luxury Event Space in Prime Location
Pricilla was very responsive. She was gracious with us. The space was great - worked for our needs. We had a corporate happy hour there...
Hiromitsu S.
Sexy bar/lounge in historic Greenwich Village - Marilyn seating area
We held a birthday memorial for our friend, and the result was fire! Cozy and relaxed atmosphere with comfortable vintage couches, a variety of happy hour cocktails, beautiful patio, and dope music by DJ, everything was on point. Everybody asked us “where did you find this place?”. Our satisfaction was...
Hiroko K.
Sexy bar/lounge in historic Greenwich Village - Marilyn seating area
much just based on messiness. Drink price was very cheaper than the bar around this area (Happy hour is until 9pm and most of drinks are up to $6 during happy hour). I kept contact with Amy(owner) and she answered every questions even if they were just trivial things...
Perry R.
Spacious and Charming Brooklyn Garden
The space was absolutely perfect. Perfect little spot in Cobble Hill. We had a customer happy hour, safe, quiet, the host was incredibly helpful in setting up...
Shannon G.
Stylish Mezzanine Lounge in Boston
sit on the couches and really talk to the people we were networking with, and it made it so much more personal than a happy hour at a restaurant. Thank you so much...
Danny S.
Luxury Private Townhouse in Manhattan
Phenomenal spot for 35 of my work colleagues to get together for a happy hour. Cool apartment with easy catering from a nearby Mediterranean restaurant. Loved that the host helped me find two "helpers" to clean up during the event and welcome folks at the door. Only negative was that...
Brendan M.
Beautiful brick wall exposed cozy coffee shop in SOHO
This space could not have been better for my happy hour. Sehwan and his team were wonderful hosts, helping to coordinate drinks and receiving a catering delivery order before our arrival. Our guests loved the cozy vibe and convenient location. Really wonderful find...
Ranjana S.
Modern Bayfront Home with Multi-Tier Outdoor Entertaining
What a great space! The host provided everything we needed for a happy hour gathering. They views were incredible and there was plenty of space for small group conversations and for all of us to gather together...