Top party spaces in the Upper East Side

A room adorned with candles along the walls and upon the tables creates a whimsical atmosphere, and The Ballroom on 74th achieves exactly this. This Upper East Side party venue can seat 175 guests or hold a reception for 225. However, if you are worried that you may need some wiggle room, they can accommodate 250 for a reception with atrium spillover.

There's an on-site kitchen where the chefs serve up Canary Island branzino, North Atlantic halibut, and Painted Hills braised brisket. For dessert, there's flourless chocolate cake and baklava. Additionally, they have a bar, a stage, and A/V and lighting equipment for all your party needs.

When planning an impressive party, there's no settling, and what's better than hosting at a 5-star hotel? The Carlyle can host private and semi-private events across its two suites, reception foyer, restaurants, and bars.

If you are looking for a cozy vibe for your party, Café Carlyle or Bemelmans Bar are the spots for you. They have Art Deco detailing and serve dishes like hamachi crudo, branzino, and seafood salad. The Trianon Suite (max. 140) is ideal for a reception-style party, fitting 120 banquet rounds, and the Versailles Suite’s (max. 70) windows allow for ample natural light to shine.

If there's one Upper East Side party space that screams luxury for your next party, it's The Harmonie Club, founded in 1852. If your guests want convenience and an equally luxurious place to stay, it's steps away from The Plaza.

This venue knows a thing or two about throwing an event. The hospitality staff, Executive Chef Thomas Piede, and the culinary staff will work with you to execute your vision, whether you're throwing a Bar Mitzvah, gala, or brunch. With an array of event spaces to choose from, almost all with capacities well into the hundreds, The Harmonie Club stands out as a top Upper East Side events venue.

Charming architecture combined with a space that exudes grandeur equals a recipe for making jaws drop. Built in 1923, 583 Park Avenue is an elegant Upper East Side party space. Its exterior features massive columns, while its interior features chandeliers and crown detailing.

Three spaces—the Grand Ballroom, The Arcade, and breakout rooms—can accommodate 1,200 standing guests and 700 seated guests. While organizing your event, they will also connect you with exclusive vendors who will help with areas like stage and lighting, invitations and printing, and flowers and decor.

Aurora belongs to the cocktail-as-art school of thought – in case your French was rusty, it’s literally in their name. They carefully curate sophisticated drinks and classify them into different collections.

Impress at your party with signature drinks like The Midwest Goodbye, The Kennedy, or the decadent Opulent made with Remy Martin XO, agave, and chocolate. If you want to do something a little less ordinary but nonetheless pleasing to the senses, try the tea-infused cocktail tasting.

At Aurora, the food is just as important as the drinks. Enjoy caviar canapés, deviled eggs, and crème fraîche, along with truffle pomme frites, honey-whipped ricotta, and wagyu beef sliders If the sophisticated cocktails and fare didn’t already signal the dress code, we can confirm this is the spot for a fancy party.