Best venues for corporate events in the Financial District

As one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city, the Financial District is home to some remarkable pieces of New York City's history. Originally an early branch of the Bank of New York, 48 Wall Street is an impressive venue dating back to the 1920s. With dramatic columns, murals, and marble staircases, this venue is perfect for sophisticated corporate events.

48 Wall Street can be transformed to suit meetings, keynote speakers, and breakout rooms over two floors of event space. The venue also provides several event packages, with an in-house production team to help with everything from customized catering to technical setup.

48 Wall Street can accommodate up to 500 guests for standing cocktail parties and 250 for seated events.

If the thought of going to another stuffy, uncomfortable office event makes you break out in hives, plan your next corporate event at a more laid-back venue like The Malt House FiDi. With cozy, understated interiors and over 7,000 sq. ft. of event space, your team will have plenty of space to spread out for casual, engaging conversations.

Treat your guests to drinks, appetizers, or a sit-down meal from the venue's specified event menu. Choose from their platters of elevated comfort food appetizers, like mac and cheese bars or Tavern sliders. They also offer three open bar options, with a variety of beer, wine, and signature cocktails.

The Malt House FiDi can host up to 300 guests.

Want to impress your out-of-town colleagues with a spectacular introduction to the Big Apple? Look no further than the meeting rooms at the Millenium Downtown New York Hotel. The hotel boasts views of many Downtown landmarks, including an up close and personal look at Oculus. On the 55th floor, the Presidential Suite provides panoramic views and an elegant setting for meetings or seated meals.

The meeting rooms can be combined to accommodate the size of your event and can be reconfigured to suit your team's working style. When the workday is over, your guests can conveniently explore the rest of the city, as the hotel is within a one-block radius of eleven Subway stations and walking distance of the ferry.

The Millenium Downton New York Hotel can host up to 225 guests for events.

Planning a meeting at Covene 225 Liberty Street is the closest you can get to renting out a whole Apple Store for your team. From the sleek, minimalist interiors to the plethora of technical capabilities (like a 30-ft. video wall), it wouldn't be surprising if someone accidentally walked in looking to upgrade their iPhone.

Whether it’s for company-wide events or smaller team meetings, Covene 225 Liberty Street has several options. The venue has six separate meeting rooms, with a capacity of up to 720 guests in the largest conference hall and breakout rooms ideal for 60 to 70 people. There are also a number of onsite services to make planning as easy as possible, such as catering and hospitality staff.

Whether you're planning a high-profile, elegant affair or just looking for an excuse to see if you still fit into your prom dress, an event at The Leman Ballroom is sure to make a statement. With ornate architectural details and imposing columns lining the grand ballroom, your guests will forget they're at a corporate event and be transported to Roaring 20s-era New York.

The venue offers various services to make hosting big, elaborate events less intimidating. Don't let the historic features fool you, the ballroom is fully equipped with modern technology, including top-of-the-line AV rigging, to ensure the event looks exactly as you imagined. They also offer some unique facilities add-ons such as a cafe, boardroom, and even a swimming pool.

The Léman Ballroom can host up to 500 guests for standing cocktail parties in their 5,700 sq. ft. event space.