The best Christmas party venues in Manhattan

While most people look for the best New York City bars on Instagram, you may know of Fraunces Tavern from your fifth grade Social Studies textbook. As the oldest bar in the city, the Tavern was known as a popular spot among the Founding Fathers and an influential gathering place during the Revolutionary War. At Christmas, the warm, cozy interiors of this historic Tavern are covered in garland and lights, creating an inviting holiday party venue.

Split into five separate bars, each space has its own menu of food and drinks. At the Independence Bar, you can order hearty comfort food and choose from their selection of craft beers. In the Piano Room, they serve creative Spanish-style gin and tonics. George Washington might not have understood the references for drinks like the Raspberry Beret and the New York State of Mind, but hopefully your guests will appreciate them.

Each bar area can be reserved for private events, with the largest accommodating up to 120 guests.

Why settle for just Christmas lights when you can let the New York City skyline illuminate your holiday party? Set 102 floors above the hustle and bustle of Lower Manhattan, ASPIRE at ONE World Trade is a versatile party venue with jaw-dropping panoramic views.

The venue offers 9,000 sq. ft. of customizable space, so you'll be able to deck the halls to your heart's content. Whether you want casual seating for a Secret Santa gift exchange or more formal dining tables for a sky-high Christmas dinner, the space can transform to suit any event.

ASPIRE can accommodate up to 450 guests for receptions and 250 for seated events.

The Wall Street Hotel is a festive oasis ammidst the hectic financial dealings of the New York Stock Exchange. From the glittering garland at the front entrance to the towering Christmas tree in the lobby, this hotel transforms its sophisticated interiors and relaxing atmosphere to create an enchanting holiday experience for its guests. The magic continues at the onsite restaurants, with special Christmas menus, including a festive afternoon tea.

With five separate event spaces, the Wall Street Hotel is well suited for a variety of Christmas celebrations. Host an elegant holiday dinner party in one of their private dining rooms or plan a spectacular Christmas bash in the grand Gerdau Ballroom. The ballroom can accommodate up to 175 guests, while the smaller dining rooms are ideal for groups of 10 to 12 people.

The Beekman Hotel is known for its impressive Victorian architecture and as a hub for some of the world's most reknowned authors. With this intriguing history, it’s hard to imagine how the hotel could get any more enchanting - but then you see it all lit up for Christmas. With lights strung along the atrium and a massive, beautifully decorated tree, even the Grinch would feel some holiday joy staying here.

The hotel offers five unique event spaces for private Christmas gatherings. Invite everyone you know to experience Christmas at The Beekman with a party in the rustic cellar event space, or treat your closest friends and family to an elegant holiday meal in one of the luxurious turret penthouses.

The Beekman Hotel can accommodate up to 225 in its largest private event rooms.

The holidays are the time of year for indulging in good food with loved ones, and there is no better place to treat your nearest and dearest to a decadent Christmas feast than at Delmonico's. This iconic venue stakes its claim as the first fine dining restaurant in America and puts on a legendary Christmas decoration display that lives up to its storied history.

Their special holiday menu includes a taste of their most beloved dishes, including Maine crab cakes, their famous steaks, and Baked Alaska for dessert. The three course Christmas menu is available on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

For private events, Delomonico's offers three separate dining spaces and a full buyout for up to 225 guests. The Board Room is ideal for intimate gatherings of around 12 guests, while the Dickens Alcove is perfect for larger parties of up to 125 people.