About Queens
Queens is situated on the eastern side of New York City, and it shares a border with Brooklyn on the western end of Long Island. It is the most populous and the largest of the five boroughs of New York. It is estimated that Queens has the most ethnically varied metropolitan region in the world.
As the second-largest and most varied economy among the five boroughs of New York City, Queens has a diverse workforce that is equally distributed throughout industries such as healthcare, retail, production, construction, transportation, film, and television production, among others. A significant portion of the borough's economic vitality is provided by small companies.
Along with the business side of things comes the shopping, dining, attractions and enjoyment of green spaces. From the Queens Botanical Gardens to the Queens Zoo and Aquarium, there is plenty to do in the off-hours. Looking for a Queens baby shower venue? In this area of NYC, there are several areas in which to choose!
Baby Shower Options in Queens
With the help of professionals, you can set up the best Queens baby shower venue without worrying about food, décor, photography, and other arrangements. All you have to do is send invitations!
- Caterer
Professional caterers can help you decide the menu for the event, from appetizers to the main course, and refreshments to desserts. Choose a theme and build your menu around it. Let the experts take care of every detail, from napkins, tablecloths, and cutlery to tables and chairs.
- Décor
Talented décor companies supply decorations for walls and tables including balloons, candles, banners, cut-out letters, lights, lanterns and streamers. The decision to hire a designer for your Queens baby shower venue is a smart and logical one when you consider the extensive range of services available.
- Florist
A beautiful impression can be easily made with outstanding flowers brightening up the venue. Let someone else handle the coordination of floral colors and style to match the theme you’ve decided on. You’ll be happy you made the decision when you see the beautiful results.
- Photography
When you celebrate a baby on the way with the mom-to-be’s closest friends and family you want to document the fun with great images. Capture the beautiful moments in style with some of the most talented photographers in the borough.
Baby Shower Companies in Queens
While arranging a baby shower in Queens, keep your attention only on the excitement and joy. Look to local vendors to help plan the baby-to-be celebration.
- Cloves & Lace
Event design and catering services are provided by Cloves & Lace. Their packages are created specifically for each event and they are pros at mixing creativity with all that is necessary to make the baby shower run smoothly from beginning to end.
- LCI Caterers
Winners of the Wedding Wire Couple Choice Award in 2020, LCI Caterers offer everything from a food station-style set up to a full sit down meal. Looking for a casual meal to suit the theme of your Queens baby shower venue? Consider delicious BBQ grilled fare.
- Social Events by J
Featured on The Knot and Wedding Wire, Social Events by J can provide incredible service at an affordable price. Experienced with a wide range of family events and gatherings, including baby showers, birthday and graduation parties, private dinners and weddings, Jeanette can take the baby shower celebration to the next level.
Pros and Cons of Baby Showers in Queens
Even though Queens is a lovely part of NYC, it does have some advantages and disadvantages, just as every city does.
Advantages
- Affordable area
Queens is comparatively more affordable than the other boroughs of New York City. This factor should carry over to the venue price and the supplies.
- Great choice of vendors
Queens and neighboring cities are full of qualified and enthusiastic vendors ready to help you organize your baby shower.
- Four seasons
Queens is a borough that experiences four seasons and you can include the weather in your theme. Whether you decide on a spring, summer, fall or winter event, you can build your ideas around the season.
- Street food
When deciding on the menu for the baby shower, don’t overlook the food trucks and street food on every corner.
Disadvantages
- Transit
Many areas of Queens are completely unconnected to the rail system. Buses are very sluggish in heavy traffic and make many stops. Choose a Queens baby shower venue that is accessible to everyone.
- Massive area
Queens is a massive borough and it requires hours to travel from one spot to another. Give yourself lots of time if you are planning to shop for supplies in various areas of the city.
- Very busy place
Many people live in Queens, traffic jams are very common and it could be frustrating to move within the borough.
- Safety can be a concern
There is a fair bit of crime in Queens. It is not always safe to move around the isolated areas. However, it is safer than some of the other areas such as Brooklyn.
Famous Locations in Queens
- Museum of the Moving Image
Cinephiles and pop culture lovers will love this high-tech venue in Astoria. Its interactive displays bring to life the history of cinema and TV. Visit Freddy Krueger's striped clothing and the Yoda puppet close up. You can visit private editing booths for sound and video.
- Queens Botanical Garden
This 39-acre paradise in Queens has 25 beautiful gardens to explore. The Queens Botanical Garden began as the "Gardens on Parade" show during the 1939-1940 World's Fair and has grown to include many gardens worth visiting on your Queens trip.
- Citi Field
Citi Field is a baseball stadium in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park. It is the home of the New York Mets of the National League East. The stadium replaced the nearby Shea Stadium, which opened in 1964. After enjoying a match at the stadium, take a tour including the press box, field and dugout, and the Mets Hall of Fame & Museum.