Rent Corporate Event venues in New York, NY

About New York

There are many reasons why New York City is an ideal location for hosting any kind of corporate event.

For one, New York is one of the world’s most famous cities and acts as a hub for both national and international businesses. There are literally hundreds of iconic attractions and sites within the city, including Central Park, the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, and Broadway. The weather is moderate, with snow being a usual sight in the winter months, and a warm and pleasant climate in the summertime. And, fortunately, there is a wide variety of both indoor and outdoor attractions and activities, making it ideal for hosting a corporate event at any time of year.

Furthermore, a large number of businesses with their US head offices in New York, namely in and around the Financial District, where most business takes place. You can also find many businesses headquartered along Wall Street - an eight-block street that runs from Broadway to South Street, and it has been the subject of many popular TV shows and movies. Finally, being such a multicultural city, New York is known for its world-class restaurant and dining options, especially in Chinatown and Little Italy.

For all these reasons and more (still to come) New York City is a spectacular place to host your next corporate event.

Corporate Event Options in New York

When planning a corporate event in New York, you’ll find everything you need in the city to create a comfortable and welcoming environment for your attendees.

• Transportation
  If your guests are rushing between meetings and your event, they’ll have no issue finding a taxi or private transportation company in New York. The city also offers connections with most major cities in the world, so it’s easy to welcome international attendees.
  
  
• Caterers
  Serve classic New York dishes such as pizza, or opt for something a little more exotic for your corporate event. You’ll find a wide selection of Italian, Chinese, Japanese, and other options in the city, so you can offer your guests something unique at your next event.
  
  
• Equipment Hire
  For anyone hosting a large corporate event, you’ll find plenty of vendors for table and chair hire in New York. Video and presentation equipment is easy to come by, and there are many highly qualified technicians in the city.
  
  
• Bartenders
  Come evening time, you might want to extend your corporate event with an open bar. The city has some of the world’s best mixologists and bartenders, so you’ll have no issue finding a company to cater for your corporate event.
  
  
• Décor
  Thanks to the many printing companies in New York, you have no trouble adding your corporate logo to everything from venue items to decorations. From large banners and smaller items such as pens and notepads, you’ll be able to offer your guests a warm welcome to your event.

Event Planning Companies in New York

• EMRG Media
  EMRG Media is one of the top event planning companies in New York, and offers services for corporate events, hybrid functions, and conferences. Their events are fully customized to their clients' needs and are sure to delight. Ask about their hands-on technical and recording support, as well.
  
  
• Rafanelli Events
  Specializing in larger events and celebrations, Rafanelli Events can help you wow attendees with their custom event-planning solutions. They regularly work with Fortune 500 companies and non-profit organizations to make each event as unique as their clients' organizations.
  
  
• Oren Co
  Regarded as one of the luxury industry’s top tastemakers, Yifat Oren at Oren Co has been hosting boutique events and experiences in New York City for years. Whether you're seeking to create a refined small corporate event or a large scale gathering, this design agency is sure to impress.

Pros and Cons of Having an Event in New York

Advantages

• Catering
  Impress your corporate event attendees by offering food and drinks from the city’s top bars and restaurants.
  
  
• Location
  The city is the home of many large businesses’ headquarters, so it’s a central location for a corporate event.
  
  
• Venue Selection
  The city offers many large venues, so you’ll easily find somewhere to accommodate a corporate event of any size.
  
  
• Quality Hotels
  Your corporate event attendees will find high-quality business hotel options located throughout the city.
  
  
• International Connections
  New York offers direct connections with many of the world’s business hubs, such as London and Hong Kong, so is ideal for a corporate event.

Disadvantages

• Venue Rental Costs
  New York real estate is incredibly costly, and naturally, venue rental prices reflect this.

• Busy City
  The city is always noisy and busy, and there are many other events occurring at one time that may detract attendees from attending your event.
  
  
• Vendor Costs
  New York is an expensive city for almost everything, which pushes the prices of vendors higher than elsewhere in the country.
  
  
• Temperamental Winters
  The winters in New York have extremely temperamental weather, which makes hosting an event challenging.
  
  
• Quality of Venues
  While there are some fantastic venues here, you’ll want to avoid some of the older and more run-down buildings, which may not be of the standard you expect.

Famous Corporate Event Locations in New York

Not sure what to do after the event? Book your New York City corporate event near any of these locations to have jolly good time.

• Times Square
  This centerpiece of Manhattan is an iconic New York location and attracts visitors from around the world. Transportation links are excellent here, making it the ideal spot for hosting a corporate event. Enjoy watching the flashing billboards overhead and witnessing the mayhem and fun of this area.
  
• Statue of Liberty
  As you enter New York City, you can’t miss the Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island. It’s well worth taking the free Staten Island ferry to get a glimpse of this famous statue or head over to the island to ascend to the top of the statue itself.
  
  
• Empire State Building
  Head to the top of the Empire State Building to view the city from up above. This iconic building is worth visiting in the day or at night-time, but for the best experience, head here for sunset. For a unique corporate event that's as sky-high as this iconic building, consider a 2,500 square foot rooftop that offers dramatic views of the city below.