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Fall/Winter 2015-2016 Guidebook

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Brooklyn Venues

Bay Ridge/Dyker Heights 4-5

Bedford-Stuyvesant 6

Boerum Hill/Cobble Hill 7-8

Brooklyn Heights 8-9

Bushwick 9

Coney Island 10

Crown Heights 11

Downtown Brooklyn 12-15

DUMBO 15-18

Gowanus 19-22

Greenpoint 23-24

Flatbush 24

Fort Greene 25

Marine Park 26

Mill Basin 27

Park Slope 27-29

Red Hook 29-30

South Slope/Sunset Park 30-31

South Williamsburg 32

Williamsburg 32-36

Brooklyn Venues is organized by the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce and Explore Brooklyn, and provides New Yorkers with two weeklong opportunities to tour prospective venues for their holiday parties, birthday parties, weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, Quinceañeras, Sweet 16s, retirement parties, conferences and any other affair you want to celebrate in Brooklyn. Use this guide to find the perfect spot for your gathering! For more information on these venues visit brooklynvenues.nyc.

Dyker Beach Golf Course1030 86th St. Brooklyn, NY 11228

dykerbeachgc.com

Venue contact: Carlo Lenzi

(718) 836-9722; privateeventdirec-

[email protected]

Located in the southwest corner

of Brooklyn, just below the Ver-

razano Bridge and across from the

Atlantic Ocean, Dyker Beach Golf

Course offers both exhilarating play

and extraordinary event services.

This 6,438-yard par 72 course was

originally designed in 1897, then

redesigned in 1935. Dyker Beach

offers a challenging and enjoyable

course, a recently renovated event

facility with two exquisite catering

halls, a full-service bar and grill, and

a specially-designed ceremony site.

Capacity, Seated/Standing: 315

Number of rooms: 2.5

Size: 4,030 sq. ft.

Amenities: In-House Catering Avail-

able, Raw Space, Bar(s), Meeting/

Conference Space, A/V Hookups,

Outdoor Space, Preferred Vendors,

Parking, Valet

Fort Hamilton Community Club207 Sterling Dr. Brooklyn, NY 11252

hamiltonmwr.com

Venue contact: Suzanne DeVita

(718) 765-7368 x 4;

[email protected]

The Fort Hamilton Community Club,

with its breathtaking view of the

Verrazano Narrows, provides a sense

of history, beauty and tradition to

wedding ceremonies and recep-

tions held on the grounds or within

our stone walls. After a tour of this

historical New York landmark, you

will understand why it is consid-

ered Brooklyn’s best kept secret.

Sweet 16s, communions, retirements,

intimate dinner parties, pool and

barbeque parties, and much more!

Call for appointment.


Number of rooms: 5

Size: 2,700 sq. ft.

Amenities: In-House Catering Only,

Bar(s), Meeting/Conference Space,

A/V Hookups, Outdoor Space,

Preferred Vendors, Valet, Parking

All guests must call at least two weeks in

advance to register for a walk through.

BAY RIDGE/DYKER HEIGHTS

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Mama Rao’s6408 11th Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11219

mamaraosrestaurant.com

Venue contact: Salvatore Rao

(718) 745-2269; [email protected]

Our restaurant offers contempo-

rary Italian cuisine in a charming

atmosphere. Enjoy dining al fresco

during the lazy summer months, or

rent out our Party Room for special

occasions. We specialize in baby

showers, birthdays, communions,

Baptism, rehearsal dinners, confer-

ences, bridal showers, weddings

and corporate meetings. We are

also equipped with a state of the art

sound system, projector and wireless

microphone.

Capacity, Seated/Standing: 100/140

Number of rooms: 2.5

Size: 2,000 sq. ft.



A/V Hookups, Valet

The Pearl Room8518 3rd Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11209

pearlroombklyn.com

Venue contact: Anthony Rinaldi

(718) 833-6666;

[email protected]

Treat yourself to delectable sea-

food and fine cuisines at The Pearl

Room. It’s the most award-winning

restaurant in Brooklyn, showcasing

exquisite dishes by our distinguished

Executive Chef Anthony Rinaldi and

a recipient of the Michelin Guide

Award 2015. The ambiance stays

fresh with live DJs while the profes-

sional staff give you the excellent

service and delicious food you

expect. You’re sure to enjoy the

best dining experience Bay Ridge

has to offer!


Number of rooms: 3

Size: 10,000 sq. ft.


Raw Space, Bar(s), Meeting/Confer-

ence Space, A/V Hookups, Outdoor

Space, Valet

K.S. J.A.M.M. Dance Troupe347 Nostrand Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11216

ksjammdancetroupe.com

Venue contact: Kashani Stokley

(347) 789-4849;

[email protected]

We have 3 brand-new fully-equipped

dance studios that are column free,

feature wood floors, portable ballet

barres, audio and video equip-

ment, heating, air-conditioning,

tables and chairs. Weekly classes

and school break dance camps are

for children 3 years old to adult in

Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Tap, African

and Hip Hop. Weekly open adult

classes in Hip Hop, African, Zumba,

DanceHall, Hula and Vogue. Studios

are available for meetings, classes,

rehearsals, children’s parties and

baby showers.


Number of rooms: 3

Size: 1,900 sq. ft.

Amenities: Raw Space, Meeting/

Conference Space, A/V Hookups

BEDFORD-STUYVESANT

Therapy Wine Bar364 Lewis Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11233

facebook.com/therapywinebar

Venue contact: Angela Terry

(718) 513-0686;

[email protected]

Therapy Wine Bar is the sexiest bar

in BedStuy! Locals love coming to

our “living room” to spend their

Saturday Nights while connecting

and reminiscing over a cheese plate

and a glass of wine. Our spacious

backyard is a therapeutic haven that

sweeps you away from the hustle

and bustle of the everyday grind.

Everyone needs Therapy in their

lives!


Number of rooms: 2

Size: 1,000 sq. ft.


Bar(s), Outdoor Space

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Deity368 Atlantic Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11217

deitynyc.com

Venue contact: Caio Dunson


Created by Brooklyn Artists in

a Former Synagogue. Deity is a

Cutting-Edge, Full-Service Wedding

Venue. Offering In-House Catering,

Event Coordination, Full Bar, and

DJ. A “Boutique” Event Space to

match the Spirit of the Great Bor-

ough of Brooklyn. Sophisticated and

Unconventional Weddings on Three

Unique Floors: the Intimate Brooklyn

Loft, the Elegant Sanctuary Lounge,

and the Lively Wine Cellar. Our

Artful Renovation to a 150-year-old

building brings a Distinctive Person-

ality to every Special Occasion.


Number of rooms: 3

Size: 5,000 sq. ft.


Bar(s), A/V Hookups, Preferred

Vendors

BOERUM HILL/ COBBLE HILL

61 Local61 Bergen Street

Brooklyn, NY 11201

61local.com

Venue Contacts: Stephanie Cohen/

Emily Magida


At 61 Local, we offer locally crafted

food and drink in the company of

good people. In our private space,

exposed brick, wood beams, and

natural light create the perfect envi-

ronment for your event. Whether

it’s a wedding reception, rehearsal

dinner, brunch, or birthday party, 61

Local is the place to celebrate. Con-

tact us at [email protected] and

we will happily help plan your ideal

event with us!


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 700 sq. ft.


able, Bar(s), Meeting/Conference

Space, A/V Hookups, Preferred

Vendors

We Olive & Wine Bar116 Smith Street

Brooklyn, NY 11201

weolive.com/brooklyn

Venue contact: Angelo Incorvaia

(718) 855-2907;

[email protected]

We Olive & Wine Bar is a Mediterra-

nean-inspired space with a California

Napa Valley feel. Our wine bar leads

into a beautiful garden patio where

guests can enjoy artisan produced

wines in a relaxed and inviting atmo-

sphere. The menu features items

that are made with the finest ingre-

dients and our amazing Olive Oils

that are always guaranteed to be

100% Extra Virgin. Our exceptional

service will make any event special.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 1,000 sq. ft.



Outdoor Space

Brooklyn Historical Society128 Pierrepont Street

Brooklyn, NY 11201

brooklynhistory.org

Venue contact: Daisy Lee

(718) 222-4111;

[email protected]

Housed in an 1881 landmark building,

in the brownstone neighborhood

of Brooklyn Heights, the Brooklyn

Historical Society (BHS) is a memo-

rable venue for evening weddings,

ceremonies and cocktail receptions

as well as corporate events and film

shoots. The Othmer Library on the

2nd floor, an interior landmark, and

Great Hall ballroom space on the 1st

Floor, provide the perfect setting

for a wedding reception, sit-down

luncheon or dinner and cocktail

reception.


Number of rooms: 2

Size: 1,784 sq. ft.


Raw Space, Meeting/Conference

Space, A/V Hookups, Outdoor Space

BROOKLYN HEIGHTS

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Kings County Saloon1 Knickerbocker Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11237

www.kingscountysaloon.com

Venue contact: Jesse Levitt

(347) 987-3751;

[email protected]

Speakeasy cabaret glamour meets

industrial chic in a modern venue

with in-house bar and food cater-

ing. Beautiful details are great for

photos, staff is friendly and knowl-

edgeable, and your event will be in

an authentic Brooklyn performance

venue.


Number of rooms: 2

Size: 2,300 sq. ft.


able, Bar(s), Preferred Vendors

BUSHWICKBROOKLYN NAVY YARD

BLDG 9263 Flushing Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11205

bldg92.org

Venue contact: Adrienne Murray


BLDG 92 is the site of the historic

former Navy Commandant’s resi-

dence and was fully restored and

opened in 2011. The historic gem is

nestled within the sprawling 300

acre waterfront Brooklyn Navy Yard

and boasts both historic and modern

elements that capture the Yard’s

renaissance and appeal to a range of

audiences. Venue includes an award-

winning exhibition, rooftop event

space, open outdoor forecourt, and

multi-purpose room.


Number of rooms: 2


Amenities: Meeting/Conference

Space, A/V Hookups, Outdoor

Space, Parking

Gargiulo’s Restaurant2911 West 15th Street

Brooklyn, NY 11224

www.gargiulos.com

Venue contact: Theresa Russo

(718) 266-4891;

[email protected]

Gargiulo’s Restaurant opened in

1907. In 1965 the Russo’s purchased

the restaurant and kept the same

traditional Italian qualities as the

day we opened. Our customers have

trusted us with their family celebra-

tions and continue passing down the

Gargiulo traditions to their families.

Our goal is to expand our history

and include new customers. We

hope you choose Gargiulo’s to cater

and host your special events too!


Number of rooms: 6

Size: 6,500 sq. ft.



Space, Valet, Parking

CONEY ISLAND

St. Francis College180 Remsen St., Brooklyn, NY 11201

sfc.edu

Venue contact: Robert Oliva


St. Francis College offers a wide

variety of formal and informal

spaces for any occasion, business

function, or multimedia production.

From lecture halls and classrooms

to athletic venues and holding areas,

St. Francis can fill your need. Among

our available spaces are classrooms

with multimedia smart boards, two

full-size gymnasia and a swimming

pool. Several hundred businesses,

non-profits and community groups

use St. Francis College every year for

meetings, special events, and even

movie shoots.

Capacity, Seated/Standing: 10-900

depending on room

Number of rooms: 9

Size: Square footage varies depend-

ing on room

Amenities: In-House Catering

Available, Raw Space, Meeting/


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Brooklyn Botanic Garden990 Washington Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11225

bbg.org/visit/weddings

Venue contact: Jeffrey Keltz

(718) 307-7135;

[email protected]

Tucked away in one of the largest

cities of the world, Brooklyn Botanic

Garden is a beautiful oasis of trees,

flower borders, and pastoral lawns—

the perfect place for your wedding

or celebration. Whether you’re

interested in a gorgeous afternoon

ceremony among the seasonal

blossoms or a dance party beneath

the stars, you’ll find the Garden an

unforgettable setting for your once-

in-a-lifetime event.


Number of rooms: 2

Size: 4,000 sq. ft.


Meeting/Conference Space, Outdoor

Space, Preferred Vendors, Parking,

Valet

Berg’n899 Bergen St.

Brooklyn, NY 11238

bergn.com

Venue contact: Jennifer Watson


Berg’n is a Brooklyn beer hall from

the founders of Brooklyn Flea and

Smorasburg, featuring food from

Mighty Quinn’s BBQ, Asia Dog, Pizza

Moto and Ramen Burger. American

craft beer dominates the full bar

with 12 draft pours highlighting local

brews, along with a list of bottles

and cans from our favorite breweries

near and far. With over 6,200 sq ft

of party space, Berg’n is the spot for

every occasion.


Number of rooms: 3

Size: 6,200 sq. ft.




Space, Preferred Vendors

CROWN HEIGHTS

CitySightseeing New York® CruisesOld Fulton St. & Furman St.

Brooklyn, NY 11201

citysightseeingnewyork.com

Venue contact: Rivka Schwadel

(212) 812-2700;

[email protected]

Host a private event/charter with

CitySightseeing New York® Cruises.

We provide picture-perfect views

of the NY skyline as you sail the

harbor by day or night. Our licensed

tour guides provide narration as

guests sail under the Brooklyn

Bridge, past the city’s most famous

landmarks and stop in front of the

Statue of Liberty for a close up view.

Food, beverage and entertainment

arranged.


Number of rooms: N/A

Size: 90’ Vessel


able, Bar(s), A/V Hookups, Outdoor

Space

DOWNTOWN BROOKLYN

Luna Park100 Surf Ave.

Brooklyn, NY 11224

lunaparknyc.com

Venue Contact: Angie Morris

(917) 968-7435;

[email protected]

Luna Park is a unique venue for any

celebration such as birthdays, camps

and corporate events. With multiple

event spaces, food options and ride

packages Luna Park is the perfect

place to hold your next event. Ask us

about our VIP Package!


Number of rooms: 3

Size: 1,000 sq. ft.




Vendors, Outdoor Space, Parking


New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge333 Adams St., Brooklyn, NY 11201

marriott.com/hotels/travel/

nycbk-new-york-marriott-at-the-

brooklyn-bridge/

Venue contact: Johanna Olivares

(718) 222-6522;

[email protected]

We are located in the heart of Down-

town Brooklyn, steps away from

MetroTech Center, Brooklyn Heights

and Cobble Hill. We’re conveniently

located close to Barclays Center,

the Brooklyn Academy of Music

(BAM) and Brooklyn Bridge Park. In

keeping with the emerging Brooklyn

landscape as a lead destination for

visitors, the hotel has embarked on

a $45 million renovation & reposi-

tion that will completely transform

it both physically and in the way it

serves our guests.

Capacity, Seated/Standing:

1,800/2,010

Number of rooms: 24




A/V Hookups, Preferred Vendors,

On-Site Accommodations, Valet,

Parking

Hill Country Barbecue Market345 Adams St., Brooklyn, NY 11201

hillcountrybk.com

Venue contact: Sarina Law

(347) 943-2447;

[email protected]

Hill Country is a bi-level, 11,000 sq.

ft. Texas roadhouse with tower-

ing, industrial-height ceilings, two

full bars, and capacity for 300-plus

seated guests and 600 for stand-

ing cocktail receptions. We offer

the entire space, the Mezzanine

Club Level, several semi-private

areas, a stage, and state-of-the-art

sound and video equipment. For

large group events there is a variety

of service styles: for seated ban-

quets buffet or family-style, and for

cocktail receptions stationary and/or

passed hors d’œuvres. Country, Rock

and Blues bands can be booked for

any private event.


Number of rooms: 6





Space, Preferred Vendors, Parking

Roccos Tacos and Tequila Bar339 Adams Street

Brooklyn, NY 11201

roccostacos.com

Venue contact: Rashad Webb

(718) 246-8226;

[email protected]

Located in the heart of Downtown

Brooklyn, we offer 5 event spaces

that can accommodate many differ-

ent styles from an intimate dinner

or business meeting to larger social

gatherings. The open floorplan of

our largest space easily allows

for versatility and is perfect for

networking and mingling. Whatever

your needs may be, we are commit-

ted to working with you to ensure a

flawless event.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 150-1,000 sq. ft.


Available, Meeting/Conference

Space, A/V Hookup

CitySightseeing New York®

Private Pickup Arranged

Brooklyn, NY 11201

newyorksightseeing.com

Venue contact: Rivka Schwadel

(212) 812-2700;

[email protected]

Experience an opportunity to host

a private event/charter on top of an

iconic New York City double-decker

bus. CitySightseeing New York®

double-decker buses provide a

chance for your guests to see the

city from 13 feet above street level.

Our licensed on-board tour guides

offer interesting highlights of historic

sites as you explore Brooklyn,

Manhattan and the Bronx. Our

dedicated team can arrange trans-

portation along with meals for your

event/charter.


Number of rooms: N/A

Size: N/A


Available


DUMBO

Classic Harbor LinePier 5, Brooklyn Bridge Park Marina

Brooklyn, NY 11201

sail-nyc.com

Venue Contact: Meghan May Hart


Classic Harbor Line operates mul-

tiple different classic yachts that will

be located out of Brooklyn Bridge

Park Marina. Perfect for Birthday’s,

Wedding’s, Anniversaries, corpo-

rate outings, and team builders.

Depending on what vessel we can

accommodate between 49 passen-

gers and 76 passengers.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 600 sq. ft.


able, Outdoor Space, Preferred

Vendors, Parking

Sheraton Brooklyn Hotel228 Duffield St.

Brooklyn, NY 11201

sheratonbrooklyn.com

Venue contact: Keshika Ramkumar

(917) 281-5195; keshika.ramkumar@

sheratonbrooklynnewyork.com

Located in the heart of downtown

Brooklyn offering two distinctive

Brooklyn meeting spaces, includ-

ing an outdoor rooftop deck for a

more unique and intimate gathering.

From small receptions to corporate

meetings, our professional event

specialists are prepared to plan the

perfect event.


Number of rooms: 2

Size: 2,115 sq. ft.



Outdoor Space, On-Site Accommo-

dations, Valet

26Bridge26 Bridge Street

Brooklyn, NY 11201

26Bridge.com

Venue Contact: Chris Rechner


Our newest venue, located at 26

Bridge St 11201, was built in 1912. The

structure contributes to the architec-

tural and historical character of the

DUMBO Historic District. Recently,

the landmark building has been

completely restored into a unique

finished venue with more than 8,000

sq. ft. of total space. This grand

venue that was once a foundry is full

of original details, like exposed brick,

steel beams and a wood ceiling.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 8,000 sq. ft.

Amenities: Bar(s), Raw Space

Roulette Intermedium509 Atlantic Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11217

rentroulette.org

Venue contact: Jamie Burns


Renting Roulette gives you access to

6,000 sq. ft. of space, including the

Ballroom, Lobby, Mezzanine, Kitchen,

and two dressing rooms.

The Ballroom can be used individu-

ally or combined with the mezzanine

to accommodate a variety of large

and small events and formats. Our

large, open floor plan allows you the

ultimate creativity!

Roulette is equipped with state-

of-the-art sound and lighting

equipment, and our space rentals

include an AV technician to make

your event run smoothly.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 6,000 sq. ft.

Amenities: Bar(s), Meeting/



DUMBO Kitchen108 Jay Street

Brooklyn, NY 11201

dumbokitchen.com

Venue contact: Adam Ragib

(718) 744-7477; inquiries@

dumbokitchencatering.com

Steps away from Brooklyn Bridge

Park, the Brooklyn and Manhattan

Bridges and picturesque Manhattan

views, DK offers full-service catering

and is a one-of-a-kind event space.

Our menu provides a broad array of

crowd-pleasing options from classic

to contemporary, tailored to your

specific tastes. Whether you are

planning a creative team-building

event, bridal shower, wedding cel-

ebration or a social cocktail party,

we are committed to working with

you to create a flawless and memo-

rable occasion.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 3,200 sq. ft.





Creative Chaos Corner28 Jay Street

Brooklyn, NY 11201

creativechaosinc.com

Venue contact: Mark Arroyo

(646) 613-0414;

[email protected]

Creative Chaos Corner is a new

storefront space sitting perfectly

at the corner of Jay and Plymouth

Streets. With its stunning glass

windows, chic raw cement floor, and

its dynamic wrap-around layout, it

is a unique space that reflects the

creative energy erupting in one of

NYC’s most trendsetting neighbor-

hoods. Our space is an ideal venue

for fashion presentations, art func-

tions, private events, trunk shows

and pop-up retail, and production

companies seeking flexible staging

space.


Number of rooms: 1 large area

Size: 2,500 sq. ft.


Space

Mark Jupiter Showroom191 Plymouth Street

Brooklyn, NY 11201

markjupiter.com

Venue contact: Mark Jupiter

(718) 401-6600;

[email protected]

Nestled in the heart of DUMBO

Brooklyn, the Mark Jupiter Show-

room is a distinctive 2,000 sq. ft.

street-facing open space, accom-

panied by a massive 3,000 sq.

ft. basement level. Operating as

a unique and upscale furniture

showroom-workshop duo by day,

the Showroom is the perfect spot

for parties, private events, intimate

gatherings, classes, workshops, sem-

inars, pop-up shops, art exhibitions,

photo and video shoots, launch par-

ties and corporate events.


Number of rooms: 2

Size: 5000 sq. ft.


Available, Raw Space Meeting/

Conference Space

The Dumbo Loft155 Water Street

Brooklyn, NY 11201

thedumboloft.com


(718) 310-3040;

[email protected]

The Dumbo Loft is a 3000 sq. ft.

space a few steps off ground level

in the DUMBO neighborhood of

Brooklyn. Depending on your set up

the space can hold up to 130 people

for a seated dinner or 200 people

for a standing reception. The space

has large windows that look out on

top the street and flood the space

with natural light. We have two dry

bars in the venue that can be moved

around.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 3,000 sq. ft.

Amenities: Bar(s), Preferred

Vendors, Raw Space


501 Union501 Union Street

Brooklyn, NY 11231

501union.com

Venue contact: Tracy Murrin

(347) 529-6486;

[email protected]

501 Union is a space of subtle

distinction and quiet refinement.

Erected in 1916, the building served

in the restoration of classic cars

through the glory years of the

American automotive industry. It

was brought back to life in 2013 by

Akiva Reich & Co. From cocktail par-

ties to wedding receptions, intimate

dinners, film screenings, and musical

performances, 501 Union can accom-

modate a wide array of private

events.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 6,800 sq. ft.




Outdoor Space, Preferred Vendors

The Bell House149 7th Street

Brooklyn, NY 11215

thebellhouseny.com

Venue contact: Naomi Pelham

(718) 369-3310;

[email protected]

Crafted out of a 1920s printing fac-

tory and featuring an 88 foot long,

25 foot high magnificent wooden

barrel vault ceiling, The Bell House

has quickly become a major hub for

arts and performance in Brownstone

Brooklyn. Our 8,000 square foot

facility has two spacious rooms per-

fect for weddings and events. The

performance space boasts a 450

sq. ft. stage while the lounge has a

cozier, more intimate feel.


Number of rooms: 2

Size: 8,000 sq. ft.

Amenities: Bar(s), Meeting/Confer-


Space, Valet

GOWANUS

Brooklyn Boulders575 Degraw Street

Brooklyn, NY 11217

brooklynboulders.com

Venue contact: David Ameijeiras

(954) 812-8282;

[email protected]

Brooklyn Boulders is a dedicated

rock climbing facility and dynamic

creative community. We are an

eclectic mix of lifestyles, born and

bred from the unique and multifac-

eted forces of NYC. Since opening

our doors in September of 2009,

we’ve dedicated ourselves to provid-

ing a fun and challenging climbing

experience for people of all ages and

experience levels. BKB loves throw-

ing collaborative events, parties and

working with local artists.


Number of rooms: 2


Amenities: A/V Hookups

New York Water TaxiPier 1, Brooklyn Bridge Park

Brooklyn, NY

nywatertaxi.com

Venue contact: Nancy Zuckerman

(646) 380-4245;

[email protected]

New York Water Taxi offers first class

private events aboard our luxury

yacht, ZEPHYR or an iconic Water

Taxi. Our venues have multiple decks

and bars, state-of-the-art audio and

visual equipment, and innovative

new add-ons such as up-lighting, DJ

booths and social media integration.

Every event or transportation

is entirely unique from curated

drinks and menus to diverse enter-

tainment offerings; ensuring your

event is a one-of-a-kind memorable

celebration.

Capacity, Seated/Standing: 64 - 350

Number of rooms: 0

Size: N/A


Available, A/V Hookups, Outdoor

Space, On-Site Accommodations


Dancewave 182182 Fourth Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11217

dancewave.org

Venue contact: Kristen Majoros

(718) 522-4696;

[email protected]

Dancewave 182 was recently reno-

vated and is now available for

birthday parties and special events.

The space has two rooms. The

front space can be decorated and

arranged in many different ways to

accommodate your party needs. The

back space is a large dance studio

with mirrors and a sound system.


Number of rooms: 2

Size: 1,600 sq. ft.



COWORKRS Gowanus68-92 3rd Street

Brooklyn, NY 11231

cowork.rs

Venue contact: James Tuffery

(917) 336-3133;

[email protected]

COWORKRS Gowanus is a cowork-

ing space that ranges from a mix of

coworking desks to office space. We

provide the essential office environ-

ment for entrepreneurs to thrive and

include amenities that help foster

a community. Our Gowanus space

includes two roof decks, confer-

ence rooms, coworking & dedicated

desks, offices, and event space for

members and outside guests to use.


Number of rooms: 4



Conference Space, Outdoor Space

The Green Building452 Union Street

Brooklyn, NY 11231

thegreenbuildingnyc.com

Venue contact: Brooke Morris

Rasheed

(718) 522-3363;

[email protected]

Known for its rustic elegance and

flexibility, the Green Building per-

fectly captures the young, creative

spirit of Brooklyn. Built in 1889, the

building was originally constructed

as a brass foundry; it has since been

restored into an elegant venue

with more than 6,000 square feet

combined indoor-outdoor space.

Renovations highlight the building’s

industrial past; the venue’s original

exposed brick walls, natural light and

open-beamed ceiling make a unique

backdrop for your Brooklyn event.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 6,000 sq. ft.




Outdoor Space, Preferred Vendors

Brooklyn Colony274 Fourth Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11215

brooklyncolony.com

Venue contact: Kitty Hernandez

(718) 222-0280;

[email protected]

Hottest spot in Parkwanas (That’s

Park Slope/Gowanus)! Easily accom-

modates large parties! Great buffet

menu or create your own menu

using our Scatter Platter Option.

From the Karaoke to the Arts, we

party with a purpose! The venue is

a block long of spacious room with

a pseudo private room in the back

for smaller personal events. State-of-

the-art jukebox with every genre of

music, pool table, big screen TVs.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 2,900 sq. ft.



A/V Hookups


Brooklyn Expo Center72 Noble Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11222

brooklynexpocenter.com


(718) 775-3315;

[email protected]

Our 28,000 sq. ft. Expo Center is

located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. The

space boasts 24’ ceilings along with

limited pillars through out the floor

plan. There is a large parking area

that can also be used as an exten-

sion of the event space. The parking

area is connected to the main space

by two large roll-in gates for easy

access of vehicles and excellent flow

if used in conjunction with the main

room.

Capacity, Seated/Standing: 1,000-

2,000

Number of rooms: 1


Amenities: Raw Space, Outdoor

Space, Parking

The Greenpoint Loft67 West St., 6th Fl.

Brooklyn, NY 11222

greenpointloft.com


(718) 310-3040;

[email protected]

The beautiful exposed brick and

original wood space is over 5000 sq.

ft. and can hold 185 people. Above

the space is a lofted room that over-

looks the space and to a small deck

(800 sq. ft.) with a beautiful view

of the NYC skyline. These areas are

usually too small to host your total

guest count but allow for additional

set up areas.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 5,000 sq. ft.

Amenities: Raw Space, Outdoor

Space

GREENPOINT

The Water Table10 India St., India St. Pier

Brooklyn, NY 11222

thewatertablenyc.com

Venue contact: Kelli Farwell

(917) 499-5727;

[email protected]

The Water Table is Brooklyn’s first

dinner boat. While cruising through

the New York Harbor on our 1944 US

Navy ship (one of only three exist-

ing vessels of its kind from World

War II) our customers enjoy a New

England based menu with craft

beer, cocktails and wine. All seats

in our enclosed cabin offer outdoor

views and we also have an open-air

exposed upper deck to enjoy the

best views in the city.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 300 sq. ft.



Outdoor Space, Parking

Morbid Anatomy Museum424A Third Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11215

morbidanatomymuseum.org

Venue contact: Laetitia Barbier

(347) 799-1017; laetitia@

morbidanatomymuseum.org

The Morbid Anatomy Museum is a

new 4,200 square foot non-profit

institution dedicated to the cel-

ebration and exhibition of artifacts,

histories and ideas which fall

between the cracks of high and low

culture, death and beauty, and disci-

plinary divides.


Number of rooms: 2

Size: 4,200 sq. ft.

Amenities: Bar(s), Raw Space, A/V

Hookups


Mark Morris Dance Center3 Lafayette Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11217

markmorrisdancegroup.org

Venue contact: Elise Gaugert

(718) 624-8400;

[email protected]

Founded in 2001, the Mark Morris

Dance Center is the home of the

Mark Morris Dance Group and serves

as a cultural hub for the Brooklyn

community. The building contains 7

fully-equipped studios, the James

and Martha Duffy Performance

Space, conference room, 2 lounges,

and a large outdoor terrace—all

available to rent for private events,

parties, meetings, rehearsals and

performances.

Capacity, Seated/Standing: 14 to 225

Number of rooms: 10

Size: 340 to 3,600 (some spaces can

be combined)



Space

FORT GREENE

BRIC House647 Fulton Street

Brooklyn, NY 11217

bricartsmedia.org

Venue contact: Lauren Testa

(718) 683-5626;

[email protected]

BRIC House offers versatile spaces

in a contemporary setting with

state-of-the art AV technology. With

a dedicated events team, we’ll work

closely to create a unique experi-

ence for you and your guests. Our

Ballroom is a flexible state-of-the

art performance/event space that

can accommodate 150-440 people.

The Lobby/Stoop is a sun-drenched

public atrium with tiered seat-

ing overlooking our contemporary

art gallery. The Artist Studio is an

intimate, flexible space for up to 74

people.


Number of rooms: 3

Size: 1,400-4,300 (depending on

space)



Preferred Vendors

MARINE PARKFLATBUSH

Kings Theatre1027 Flatbush Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11226

kingstheatre.com

Venue Contact: Meredith Rothstein

(718) 856-2220;

[email protected]

The newly restored Kings Theatre

was originally designed by Rapp &

Rapp in 1929. The theatre features

high curved ceilings, ornate plaster

walls, wood paneling, and a glazed

terra-cotta ornamental façade, The

Kings Theatre is over 93,000 square

feet, and features an extraordinary

lobby entrance, 83’ high ceilings,

and a 90’ wide x 31’ deep stage. The

Kings is perfect for film premieres,

screenings, corporate events, cock-

tail receptions, business meetings,

film/television shoots and magazine

shoots.

Capacity, Seated/Standing: 3,000

Number of rooms: 3

Size: 9,300 sq. ft.




Vendors, Parking

Aviator Sports & Event CenterHangar 5 Floyd Bennett Field

Brooklyn, NY 11234

aviatorsports.com

Venue contact: Dean Rivera

(718) 758-7533; dean@

aviatorsports.com

Aviator Sports Center has the capac-

ity to host events up to 10,000

people. with a variety of exciting

entertainment from team building,

birthday parties, corporate events,

sports competitions, crossfit, sports

performance to sports tournaments

we can accommodate almost all

needs. At Aviator we also have park-

ing for 2,000 cars, and parking is

always free.

Capacity, Seated/Standing: 10,000

Number of rooms: 1

Size: 1,100,000 sq. ft.


Raw Space, Bar(s), Meeting/Confer-


Space, Parking


Brooklyn Conservatory of Music58 7th Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11217

bkcm.org

Venue contact: Aryeh Kobrinsky

(718) 622-3300;

[email protected]

In the heart of Park Slope, the

Brooklyn Conservatory of Music

Concert Hall is a beautiful and inti-

mate gathering and performance

space for civic, cultural and com-

munity groups for their events and

concerts. Over the years the Concert

Hall has been home to a variety of

events including music/theatre per-

formances, weddings, meetings, bar

and bat mitzvahs, birthday parties

and many more. Our experienced

staff can help with production logis-

tics for any type of event.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 1,100 sq. ft.



On-Site Accommodations

PARK SLOPE

El Caribe Country Club5945 Strickland Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11234

elcaribecaterers.com

Venue contact: Philip Kelly

(718) 531-1200;

[email protected]

For generations, families, organiza-

tions and community groups have

come to the El Caribe Country Club

Caterers to celebrate life’s most

important moments. With more than

30 years of experience in catering

our team at the El Caribe continues

to subscribe to the old-fashioned

values that built our company from

humble beginnings to our current

success as industry leaders.

Capacity, Seated/Standing: 100-

1,000

Number of rooms: 3



Available, Bar(s), Outdoor Space,

Meeting/Conference Space, A/V

Hookups, Parking, Valet

MILL BASIN

JCC of Marine Park3415 Quentin Road

Brooklyn, NY 11234

jccmp.org

Venue contact: Jamie Burns


Brand-new to Marine Park. LED color

lighting included at no extra charge.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 2,500 sq. ft.


able, Meeting/Conference Space

Marine Park Golf Course2880 Flatbush Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11234

golfmarinepark.com

Venue contact: Stephen Fabrizio

(718) 252-4625;

[email protected]

With its unique setting surrounded

by trees, greenery and spectacular

views from our new glass-enclosed

tent, Marine Park Golf Course is

quickly becoming the venue of

choice for weddings, birthdays, Bar/

Bat Mitzvahs, corporate events and

special events of every kind. Free

on-site parking. Easy access off the

Belt Parkway. Close proximity to

both major airports. Our courteous/

professional staff will help customize

your event and work with you every

step of the way.


Number of rooms: 2 tents

Size: 7,000 sq. ft.


Available, Raw Space, Bar(s),

Outdoor Space, Meeting/Conference

Space, Preferred Vendors, Parking


Grand Central Oyster Bar Brooklyn256 Fifth Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11215

oysterbarbrooklyn.com

Venue contact: Bruce Fox

(347) 294-0596;

[email protected]

The Grand Central Oyster Bar Brook-

lyn is a popular private event venue

for bridal and baby showers, bach-

elorette parties, corporate events

and private celebrations. The main

dining room can accommodate most

any size group – from a semi-private

graduation celebration of 10 people

to a private closed-room rehearsal

dinner of 130. The Bar-Lounge

and Market area can accommodate

up to 50 guests for wine and hors

d’oeuvres for a corporate gathering,

reception or presentation.


Number of rooms: 3

Size: 4,000 sq. ft.


Bar(s), Meeting/Conference Space

Prospect Park Picnic HouseInside Prospect Park, behind

Litchfield Villa (95 Prospect Park

West)

Brooklyn, NY 11215

prospectpark.org/weddings

Venue contact: Christina Kuhn

(646) 393-9031; weddings@

prospectpark.org

The Picnic House is a charming and

historic location in Prospect Park.

With scenic views of the 90-acre

Long Meadow, floor-to-ceiling

windows, hardwood floors and a

working wood fireplace, it provides a

bucolic setting in the heart of Brook-

lyn. The Picnic House can be tailored

for every taste and budget, and is

a blank canvas to create the ideal

wedding or special occasion.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 4,000 sq. ft.

Amenities: Outdoor Space, Preferred

Vendors, Parking

Atelier Roquette63 Commerce Street

Brooklyn, NY 11231

atelierroquette.com

Venue Contacts: Monica Byrne

and Leisah Swenson

(203) 496-1169;

[email protected]

Atelier Roquette is an Industrial loft

workshop/event space located in

Red Hook, on the site of a former ice

cream warehouse. The space is open

and airy, painted a clean white, with

wonderful industrial touches still

intact. We host events ranging from

weddings, and cocktail parties to

flower arranging classes and com-

munity cultural events.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 2,500 sq. ft. interior, 1,600 sq.

ft. exterior




RED HOOK

Grand Prospect Hall235 Prospect Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11215

grandprospecthall.com

Venue contact: Cathy Hay

(718) 788-0777;

[email protected]

The Grand Prospect Hall is a dream

experience. From the moment you

step into the gilded Victorian lobby

with soaring ceilings and majestic

marble staircase, you enter into

a luxurious setting. Built in 1892

as a music hall, this National His-

toric Landmark features all of the

breath-taking details expected of

such a jewel: gold-leaf accents…

magnificent ballrooms… sparkling

chandeliers… Prohibition-era speak-

easies... gardens... Brooklyn’s first

hand-operated French Birdcage

elevator. Come, we’ll make your

dreams come true!

Capacity, Seated/Standing: 80-5,000

Number of rooms: 16+

Size: 180,000 sq. ft.




Outdoor Space, Preferred Vendors,

Parking, Valet


Sunny’s Bar253 Conover Street

Brooklyn, NY 11231

sunnysredhook.com

Venue contact: Tone Johansen

(718) 624-2932;

[email protected]

Sunny’s is a “new-fashioned” bar,

located in Red Hook, Brooklyn. It

is the oldest continually-run bar on

the Brooklyn waterfront. While the

heritage of this classic speakeasy is

rooted in the 1920s, the bar has been

restored to function in the 21st cen-

tury. Incredible musicians, artwork,

and theater performances jazz up

its surroundings. Sunny’s has been

featured in countless publications,

social media sites, magazines, news

channels, and television shows, and

attracts locals and travelers alike.


Number of rooms: 2

Size: 750 sq. ft.

Amenities: Bar(s), Meeting/


Tanker Mary A. WhalenSouth end of Pier 11 next to the

Brooklyn Cruise Terminal on Pier 12

portsidenewyork.org

Venue contact: Carolina Salguero

(917) 414-0565;

[email protected]

Seafaring romance! This very last-

of-her-kind historic ship from the

1930s exudes rustic charm. Storied

oil tanker graced with polished brass

and varnished wood. Atmospheric

circular galley seats eight, has cast

iron stove and wood fridge. Vast,

open 90’ deck. Stunning sunset

views from 3-story-high, comfy

wheelhouse. Six decks provide

intimate nooks. Great for al fresco

weddings, supper clubs, informal

outdoor dining/cocktail parties,

cultural events, all things steampunk.

Can be moved to suit. Restoration in

process.


including staff

Size: 172’ long, 31.5’ wide

Amenities: Bar(s), Outdoor Space,

Parking

Factory Floor at Industry City233 37th Street

Brooklyn, NY 11232

industrycity.com/book-an-event/

Venue contact: Adrianne Campo

(347) 417-8458; acampo@

industrycity.com

Industry City is an ideal place to host

your next conference, trade show or

small convention. Our 22,000 square

foot Factory Floor event space fea-

tures convenient parking, upgraded

restrooms, and plentiful light from

large, gorgeous industrial windows.

The facility is adjacent to Industry

City’s gorgeous planted courtyard

and dynamic food hall, and is just

steps to the D, N and R MTA subway

station at 36th Street.


Number of rooms: 1



Space, Outdoor Space, Parking

Best Western Plus Prospect Park764 Fourth Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11232

bwprospectpark.com

Venue Contact: Kimberly Beauplan

(718) 768-3100; kbeauplan@

bwprospectpark.com

The Best Western Plus Prospect

Park offers the modern Leisure,

Corporate and Government traveler

a convenient location to the big city.

We offer beautiful accommodations

with a deluxe continental breakfast

and complimentary internet and

pristine meeting space with catering

available. Our competitors may have

similar amenities and rooms however

we offer a higher level of service to

all of our guests making them feel at

home.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 1,000 sq. ft.


able, Meeting/Conference Space,

Preferred Vendors, Parking, On-Site

Accommodations

SOUTH SLOPE/ SUNSET PARK


Brooklyn Bowl61 Wythe Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11249

brooklynbowl.com

Venue contact: Dana Bartle

(718) 963-3369;

[email protected]

Brooklyn Bowl has redefined the

destination entertainment experi-

ence. “One of the most incredible

places on earth,” according to Roll-

ing Stone, Brooklyn Bowl integrates

a premier performance venue, food

by Blue Ribbon, bars which feature

local craft brewed beers, and 16

bowling lanes which give guests a

unique place to relax, eat, drink and

watch a performance.


Number of rooms: 1



Bar(s), Raw Space, Meeting/Confer-

ence Space, A/V Hookups, Preferred

Vendors

WILLIAMSBURGSOUTH WILLIAMSBURG

Brooklyn Fashion + Design Accelerator630 Flushing Ave. Suite 704

Brooklyn, NY 11206

bkaccelerator.com

Venue Contact: Daphne Shih

(718) 687-5998;

[email protected]

The Brooklyn Fashion + Design

Accelerator is a hub for ethical

fashion and design that provides

designers with the resources they

need to transform their ideas into

successful businesses. 20K sq. ft. of

recently converted space on the 7th

floor in the old Pfizer Building with

stunning views of Manhattan and

Brooklyn.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 3,000 sq. ft.


Available, A/V Hookups, On-Site

Accommodations

Brooklyn Oenology209 Wythe Avenue #106

Brooklyn, NY 11249

brooklynoenology.com

Venue contact: TJ Provenzano

(General Manager)

(718) 599-1259;

[email protected]

Brooklyn Oenology Winery (pron.

‘EN-ology’, or simply ‘BOE’), is a

locally focused winery based in

Williamsburg, Brooklyn founded in

2006 by winemaker Alie Shaper.

BOE works to bridge the creative

culinary, agricultural and art worlds

by crafting award-winning regional

wines from NY State grapes, and by

displaying the work of New York City

artists on our bottle labels. Our Tast-

ing Room features all of our wines,

other NY state wines, whiskies, cider,

beer, and more!


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 960 sq. ft.


Space, A/V Hookups

The Brooklyn Brewery79 North 11th Street

Brooklyn, NY 11249

brooklynbrewery.com

Venue contact: Erin McNair

(718) 486-7422;

[email protected]

Whether you’re planning a birthday,

corporate mixer or holiday office

party, The Brooklyn Brewery offers

a special environment that can be

customized to meet your needs. The

raw, post-industrial 4,000 square

foot space is a great alternative to

more traditional rental spaces and

is the perfect reflection of the hip

surroundings of our Williamsburg

neighborhood.

Unfortunately, we are not able to

host weddings--our apologies.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 4,000 sq. ft.

Amenities: Raw Space, Bar, A/V

Hookups


Brooklyn Winery213 North 8th Street

Brooklyn, NY 11211

bkwinery.com

Venue contact: Rachel Sackheim

(347) 889-7100;

[email protected]

With a fully functioning winery as

the backdrop for your nuptials or

private event, Brooklyn Winery

is uniquely chic—you’ll host your

guests in our space filled with

reclaimed wood and hand-selected

vintage adornments while sip-

ping wine made on premises. Your

dedicated event manager will assist

with all of the details, from helping

you select your menu to making

sure every element is perfect. We’ve

expertly designed our events to

provide you with a full-service

experience.


Number of rooms: 4

Size: 8,000 sq. ft.



Preferred Vendors

MyMoon 184 N. 10th Street

Brooklyn, NY 11211

mymoonnyc.com

Venue contact: Stephen Graydon or

Ruggero Ruggeroni

(718) 599-7007;

[email protected]

Housed in a 19th century boiler

room, MyMoon and Executive Chef

Mikel Treviño bring you contem-

porary Spanish cuisine inspired by

the flavors of the Iberian Peninsula.

Regarded as a top wedding venue,

MyMoon’s simple elegance and

urban-rustic appeal make us perfect

for any occasion, from semi-private

events to full restaurant buyouts. In

addition to the stunning main dining

room, the outdoor courtyard is per-

fect for evening cocktail hours.


Number of rooms: 1 + restaurant

buyout

Size: 3,600 sq. ft.





Villain50 North 3rd St., Brooklyn, NY 11249

villain-llc.com

Venue Contact: Kelly Lutz

(718) 782-2222;

[email protected]

Villain is a restored 19th century

warehouse space in the center

of Williamsburg. Venue features

exposed brick and wood construc-

tion, high ceilings, and drive-in,

street level access. A brandable

mural space is out front, allowing

each event to completely custom-

ize its look and feel. Each of its

two event spaces features sound,

lights, and projection, as well as full

in-house liquor service. Our fabrica-

tion shop can custom build scenic

elements to suit any event.


seated per room, 500 standing

Number of rooms: Two, each with

attached loft mezzanine

Size: 7,000 sq. ft.




Preferred Vendors, Valet

TUFFET 286 Graham Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11211

tuffetnyc.com

Venue contact: Alicia Rebensdorf

(718) 388-7434;

[email protected]

TUFFET is an ideal non-traditional

venue for small- and medium-sized

celebrations: birthdays, weddings,

showers, engagements, and holiday

parties. Its classic Brooklyn aes-

thetic and leafy garden provide a

picturesque backdrop, with unique

features including an outdoor

fireplace and private room filled

with natural light. Tiered options for

in-house or outside catering, full bar

with award-winning cocktails, and

partner vendor rates, allow hosts

to tailor their event to almost any

budget.


Number of rooms: 3

Size: 2,000 sq. ft.


Available, Bar(s), Outdoor Space


The W Loft240 Kent Ave., 4th Fl.

Brooklyn, NY 11249

thewloft.com


(718) 310-3040;

[email protected]

The W Loft boasts elegant water-

front views of the Manhattan skyline,

as well as the surrounding bor-

oughs. The glass walls making up

the interior allow for guests to keep

comfortable and still enjoy the view,

no matter what the weather is like.

The main space opens to an outdoor

patio, perfect for guests that would

like to catch a quick break from the

action or mingle in the fresh air.


Number of rooms: 1

Size: 2,500 sq. ft.



Weylin B. Seymour’s175 Broadway

Brooklyn, NY 11211

weylinbseymours.com

Venue contact: Nadya Grace

(718) 963-3639;

[email protected]

Weylin B. Seymour’s brings a New

York treasure back to life as a

versatile and awe-inspiring event

venue. Built in 1875 as the Williams-

burgh Savings Bank, this masterfully

restored multi-level space features

two soaring 100 ft. domes over

mosaic marble floors. From the

dazzling original fresco and luscious

gold leaf trim, every corner of this

national landmark reveals pristine

Victorian design that creates the

perfect backdrop for weddings,

corporate events, non-profit galas,

fashion and film.

Capacity, Seated/Standing: 350-

450/1000

Number of rooms: 3

Size: 6,500 sq. ft.

Amenities: In-House Catering; Raw

Space; A/V Hookups, Meeting/Con-

ference Space, Preferred Vendors,

Parking, Valet

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