The best party venues in SoHo

When planning a party, one word is music to our ears— BYOB. The Lofts at Prince allows guests to bring their own drinks, which not only helps with budget, but you won't have to guess preferences for any picky guests. Their team will also help with the specifics of the events, answer any pricing questions, and connect you to local vendors, restaurants, and caterers.

The three areas of this SoHo party venue range in size. Penthouse Six is a 1,800 sq. ft. space that fits 50 to 70 guests and can be combined with a 450 sq. ft. rooftop deck and garden. There is also Suite 500, which is a smaller indoor space with brick walls, accommodating up to 18 guests. Lastly, the SoHo loft is 700 sq. ft. and is better for smaller gatherings of 2 to 30 guests.

It's a nice change of pace to have casual parties, where everyone can come as they are. Burgers are the best food to encourage a relaxing environment where everyone can enjoy each other's company. And what pairs perfectly with burgers? Milkshakes.

Black Tap serves over-the-top milkshakes with cake slices and cookies hanging over the sides of the glass. The crazy shakes' flavors range from The Cakeshake to Strawberry Shortcake. They also serve beer, wine, and cocktails. Craft burgers range from The Tennessee Burger to The Falafel Burger to The Mexico City.

Rent the SoHo Down event space for up to 50 seated guests or 70 standing.

You may have watched "Gossip Girl" and seen Blair Waldorf obsess over delicate rainbow treats, or maybe you have walked the streets of Europe and seen people carrying pale green bags filled with bite-sized sweets. If you don't know what we're talking about, it's a shop called Ladurée, famous for their macarons, and they have a location in SoHo you can rent for your next party.

This 2,150 sq. ft SoHo party venue can expand to 2,530 sq. ft. when you include the tree-shaded garden and accommodate 10 to 100 guests. Whether you want to get together with your college best friends or your entire company, there's a place for you. Everyone will have the chance to snack on pastries, macaroons, and sandwiches in this whimsical space.

For your next party, jump into a fairytale at the Crosby Street Hotel. The 883 sq. ft. Prince Private Room (max. 60) and the 527 sq. ft. Spring Private Room (max. 40) have bright, colorful walls, embroidered seats, and whimsical chandeliers. Another event space, the Lafayette private room (max. 20), focuses more on blues and is an elegant area for smaller groups.

Something unique about this SoHo party venue is the screening room, which seats 107 guests and has various digital cinema and A/V features. If all of these spaces interest you, you can rent a full buyout and use the events lobby (max. 200) that connects all the rooms.

Outdoor or indoor, light or dark, bright or neutral, there is what feels like an overwhelming amount of decisions when it comes to party planning, and if it's your first time, it can feel especially daunting. However, NoMo SoHo is there to help with the process, offering professional planning services as well as food and drink options.

They help you with all the steps, including decor and layout, and have multiple spaces to rent out for your next party NoMo Kitchen and Rose Garden accommodates 200 guests in the greenhouse and patio space. On the 26th floor, you can have the Penthouse and Terrace with views of the entire city or the Gallery and Terrace on the lobby level, which accommodates 125 guests, has floor-to-ceiling windows, and a chef-curated menu. Lastly, Nina's is a smaller and more intimate area for events like dance parties or birthdays.