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30 Venues for 300 Guests
Grand spaces for large-scale events
Featuring venues with capacity for 250-350 guests.
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La Victoria NYC: Exotic & Mysterious Nightclub & Event Venue in Chelsea
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About Venues for 300 Guests
Booking a venue for 300 guests in NYC is where event planning gets serious, and this collection gathers spaces built to handle that scale without losing atmosphere. In Williamsburg, Unveiled sits beneath the William Vale Hotel with a multi-room layout made for prestige events: the Club Room alone holds up to 300 guests with a festival-grade DJ booth and VIP sections, while a full venue takeover combining the Bar Room and Club Room expands capacity to 500. Its soundproofed Danley sound system, fully programmable lighting with technicians available on request, and ability to reconfigure for panels and conferences make it a natural fit for fundraisers and corporate galas that need real production value in 2026. Manhattan brings its own heavy hitters. The Stand NYC, near Union Square and named Best Comedy Venue by New York Magazine and TimeoutNY, accommodates up to 300 guests for private events, pairing Northern Italian cuisine and premium open bar packages with the rare ability to bring A-list comedic talent directly to your fundraiser or gala. In the East Village, Deluxx Fluxx, housed within the historic Webster Hall building, offers 3,000 square feet of art-installation space with customizable LED screens for branding, a Danley Sound Labs system, and full buyouts for up to 400, while Sugar Mouse next door on 3rd Avenue delivers a 360-degree immersive environment powered by more than 40 projectors. For a more playful large-format option, the Main Floor at Coexist GameHouse in Midtown holds 300 guests privately with retro arcade games, two lounge rooms, and a full bar. What unites these spaces is flow. At the 250-to-350-guest range, the best events move guests between distinct zones, whether that is Unveiled's Bar Room and Club Room, The Stand's showroom and restaurant-bar areas, or Deluxx Fluxx's blacklight room and booth sections. Every venue here offers professional event support, serious audio infrastructure, and the kind of visual impact that makes a large gathering feel curated rather than crowded.
Expert Tip
For fundraisers and prestige events at this scale, prioritize venues with distinct rooms so you can stage a natural progression from cocktails to program to afterparty. Unveiled in Williamsburg is the standout here: book the Bar Room for the reception and the Club Room for the main event, since the Club Room can be reconfigured for panels and speeches before flipping to full-club mode with its programmable lighting system. If your event needs built-in entertainment instead, The Stand NYC near Union Square can deliver top comedic talent directly to your private event for up to 300 guests, which saves you an entire vendor line item.
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Venue Highlights
Deluxx Fluxx
Housed within the historic Webster Hall building near Union Square, Deluxx Fluxx offers a 400-capacity full buyout across 3,000 square feet, with customizable LED screens, a Danley Sound Labs system, and professional event coordination that give large-scale 2026 galas and product launches serious production polish.
Sugar Mouse
This East Village venue scales up to 400 guests for a full buyout, wrapping big crowds in a 360-degree immersive environment powered by over 40 projectors and AI technology, plus a stage and dance floor for high-impact brand activations and mixers.
Main Floor at Coexist GameHouse
In the heart of Midtown near Times Square, the private Main Floor holds 300 guests across a retro arcade space with two lounge rooms, a full bar, and audio setup, giving large company parties and client events room to flow between games and conversation.
Unveiled
Tucked beneath the William Vale Hotel in Williamsburg, Unveiled delivers true multi-room flow with its 300-capacity Club Room and 200-capacity Bar Room combining for a 500-guest takeover, backed by a soundproofed Danley system, fully programmable lighting, and festival-grade DJ equipment for prestige 2026 productions.
The Stand NYC
Named Best Comedy Venue by New York Magazine and TimeoutNY, The Stand pairs a 450-capacity full buyout near Union Square with Northern Italian cuisine, premium open bar packages, and access to A-list comedic talent, making it a natural fit for fundraisers, galas, and corporate celebrations.
Venue Selection Guide
The 2026 Planning Guide to Booking NYC Venues for 300 Guests
Match the Architecture to the Occasion
For a 300-person event, the room itself does half the work, so start with scale and structure. Nebula in Midtown offers a 10,000 square foot blank canvas with soaring 30-foot ceilings and 1,700 immersive LED panels, making it a natural fit for galas, premieres, and high-production fundraisers. Harbor NYC Rooftop delivers 8,600 square feet under a retractable glass roof with seating for 300, ideal for prestige dinners that need weather protection without sacrificing skyline drama. If you want raw industrial grandeur to build out yourself, Orion's LLC in the Bronx offers 5,000 square feet with 18-foot ceilings and a drive-in entrance for easy production load-in.
Prioritize Multi-Room Flow for Fundraisers and Galas
Large events run smoother when guests can move between distinct zones for cocktails, programming, and after-hours energy. Unveiled in Williamsburg pairs its Bar Room with a high-energy Club Room featuring a large dance floor and VIP sections, and a full takeover accommodates up to 500 guests across both spaces. Loft Story in Greenpoint lets you rent a main loft with 3D projection mapping, a rooftop terrace with Empire State views, and a speakeasy lounge as one, two, or three connected experiences. Atolye Venue & Bar in Park Slope spreads its industrial-chic space across two floors and hosts up to 400 standing, giving fundraiser planners room for a silent auction area separate from the main reception.
Budget Realistically Across the Spectrum
Minimum spends in this collection vary widely, so anchor your budget early. Premium options like Loulou in Chelsea carry an $8,000 minimum for a full buyout, while Apotheke NoMad sits at $3,350 and The Stand NYC and Unlisted at Untitled Hotel both list $3,334. Unveiled requires a $2,500 minimum, though the venue notes final rates depend on date and time, so confirm directly. On the accessible end, venues like Atolye ($350), Loft Story ($360), and Orion's ($400) leave more room in the budget for catering, production, and decor for your 2026 event.
Ask About Production Capabilities Before You Sign
At 300 guests, sound, lighting, and staging separate a professional event from a chaotic one. Ask whether the venue has an in-house system, like the Danley sound systems at both Deluxx Fluxx and Unveiled, or Harbor's Void Sound System with intelligent lighting capable of powering live bands or DJs. Confirm whether lighting technicians are available, as Unveiled offers them on request alongside a fully programmable lighting system suited to speeches, shoots, or full-club mode. If your program includes presentations or award moments, verify stage and screen infrastructure, such as Nebula's large performance stage or Sour Mouse's 14-foot projector screen.
Think Neighborhood and Guest Logistics
For corporate crowds arriving from across the city, Midtown venues like Nebula, steps from both Times Square-42nd St and Bryant Park stations, minimize transit friction. Downtown options cluster nicely too, with The Stand NYC extremely close to the Union Square hub and Unlisted accessible via multiple Lower East Side stations near the Bowery. Brooklyn venues reward the trip with distinctive character, and Unveiled sits steps from the G and L trains beneath the William Vale Hotel, while Loft Story is a two-minute walk from the G train in Greenpoint. Also consider arrival experience at scale, since Harbor NYC Rooftop offers two main elevators plus a dedicated VIP elevator and entryway to move a capacity crowd efficiently.
Insider Recommendations for 2026 Bookings
If your event needs built-in entertainment rather than rented production, The Stand NYC can deliver top comedic talent directly to your private event through its industry connections, a genuinely memorable move for client entertainment or fundraiser programming. For branded activations, lean on venues with customizable visual infrastructure, like Deluxx Fluxx's customizable LED screens or Loft Story's motion-responsive projection mapping. Rooftop-driven prestige events should weigh The Penthouse NYC's 5,000 square foot space with panoramic Midtown West views against ART SoHo's indoor-outdoor terrace with direct Freedom Tower views for up to 250 guests. Finally, ask about turnkey support, since Nebula offers full-service event planning and The Penthouse NYC has a residential event planner available, which matters enormously when coordinating 300 guests.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Venues for 300 Guests
Which venues in this collection offer the architectural scale needed for a 300-guest gala or fundraiser in 2026?
Nebula in Midtown is a standout with 10,000 square feet, soaring 30-foot ceilings, and 1,700 immersive LED screen panels that can carry your event branding. Harbor NYC Rooftop offers 8,600 square feet with a retractable glass rooftop and seating for 300, while Orion's LLC in the Bronx delivers a 5,000 square foot converted warehouse with 18-foot ceilings and a drive-in entrance for easy production load-in.
What should I expect for minimum spends when booking a 300-person venue in NYC?
Minimum spends in this collection vary widely, from $100 at Aura 57 NYC and Nebula to $8,000 for a full buyout at LOULOU in Chelsea. Upscale options like Apotheke NoMad sit at $3,350 and The Stand NYC at $3,334, while Unveiled in Williamsburg starts at $2,500. Note that venues like Unveiled state their final rates are based on minimum spend requirements that vary by date and time, so confirm directly for your specific event date.
Which venues offer multi-room flow so guests can move between distinct spaces during a large event?
Unveiled beneath the William Vale Hotel in Williamsburg combines a Bar Room and a Club Room with a festival-grade DJ booth, hosting up to 500 for a full takeover with multi-room flow. LOFT STORY in Greenpoint offers three spaces including a Main Loft with 3D projection mapping, a rooftop terrace with skyline views, and a speakeasy lounge. LOULOU in Chelsea features a main dining room, a hidden speakeasy behind a vintage vending machine door, and outdoor cabanas available April 15th through November 15th.
Are there rooftop options that can handle 250 to 300 guests year-round?
Harbor NYC Rooftop is built for year-round events with a retractable glass rooftop, full climate control, two large bars, and a Void Sound System, accommodating 300 seated or 400 reception style. ART SoHo on the 11th floor of the Arlo SoHo operates year-round with indoor and outdoor areas and holds up to 250 guests reception style, with direct views of the Freedom Tower and Hudson River.
Which venues in this collection provide professional-grade sound and lighting for high-production events?
Deluxx Fluxx in the East Village features an advanced Danley Sound Labs sound system plus customizable LED screens for branding. Unveiled in Williamsburg is soundproofed with an in-house Danley system, a fully programmable lighting rig, and lighting technicians available on request. Nebula pairs its 1,700 moving LED panels with a world-class sound system and a large performance stage, making it well suited for premieres and award ceremonies.
What are the best options for a fundraiser or prestige event outside Manhattan?
Atolye Venue & Bar in Park Slope, a converted historic iron workshop, hosts up to 400 standing across two floors and explicitly caters to social galas and fundraisers, with a $350 minimum spend. Unveiled in Williamsburg blends marble, mirrors, and high-end furnishings in a subterranean setting steps from the G and L trains, and LOFT STORY in Greenpoint is a 2-minute walk from the G train with an on-site coordinator, bartenders, and setup and cleanup included.
Which large-capacity venues include built-in entertainment so I don't have to source it separately?
The Stand NYC near Union Square, named Best Comedy Venue by New York Magazine and TimeoutNY, can deliver top comedic talent directly to your private event alongside Northern Italian cuisine, with a full buyout capacity of 450. Sour Mouse on the Lower East Side packs 6,000 square feet with 8 regulation pool tables, ping pong, foosball, and a 14-foot projector screen, while Nebula in Midtown offers three futuristic private karaoke rooms as breakout spaces within the larger club.
Customer Reviews
What People Say About Venues for 300 Guests
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“Absolutely fantastic. Great vibes, great music, and they even put a birthday message with my name on the screens around us!!! So accommodating and communicative. 100% recommend to EVERYONE!!!”
Zaia B.at Sugar Mouse
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