The best galleries to rent in Manhattan

As one of the venues for the Tribeca Film Festival, Studio 525 is no stranger to displaying incredible art. From hosting a-list celebrities to creating events for influential brands like Adidas and TikTok, this space can transform to suit any occasion. However, the lofted skylights flooding the space with natural light and adaptable white walls make it a particularly ideal gallery space.

The venue can accommodate over 250 guests, and with over 5,000 sq. ft. to fill with beautiful displays, there are endless possibilities for holding an exciting exhibition at this Manhattan gallery.

As both a gallery space and a community center, Storage Art Gallery is an artistic hub located in Tribeca. What started as owner Onyedika Chuke's pandemic project back in 2020 has become an ideal location for hosting your next exhibition or event. This 2,500 sq. ft. space features ample wall space and architectural windows that can be the perfect frame for your works of art.

Storage is particularly committed to bolstering the careers of diverse artists, with programs to support young artists of color and exhibitions featuring artists from various backgrounds. The venue can host up to 500 guests, with private event proceedings directly funding the gallery’s initiatives.

Lume Studios is an innovative gallery space that uses top-of-the-line technology to produce stunning digital exhibitions. With three distinct spaces, this venue has everything you need to make your vision come to life.

The Immersive Studio is not your average white box space. As the largest option in the venue, it can accommodate up to 150 people and you can make use of every inch of the 2,400 sq. ft. with the immersive projection technology. The Blackout Studio features interactive LED screens that let your guests participate in the exhibition. Upstairs you'll find The Lofts, traditional gallery spaces for analog art or small receptions and gatherings.

As immersive as this gallery is, the venue's services are just as all-encompassing. Lume Studios offers everything from art direction and event management to taking over your social media for the evening, so you don't experience the event through the camera on your phone.

If you're not quite ready to show your work off to all of Manhattan, an intimate exhibition at On the Fringe might be the perfect option. The venue, tucked away on quiet Warren St. in Tribeca, features 600 sq. ft. of gallery space with track lighting to make sure each of your pieces can be in the spotlight. The venue also provides concierge services to ensure your event goes exactly to plan.

Additionally, the space includes a larger private event space in the back, perfect for hosting gatherings to celebrate your artistic achievements. Inquire directly for capacity and add-on details.

Among the charming shops and restaurants of Orchard Street, you'll find Space LES, a versatile gallery space perfect for showcasing everything from products to paintings The bright windows and ground-level location mean that all of the Lower East Side can walk by and catch a glimpse of your masterpieces or look in on an event.

The 2,000 sq. ft. white box space features modular walls that can be arranged to ensure your displays are presented exactly the way you want. You can rent the entire venue or section off smaller spaces to suit your event.