View from the stage of the Nokia Theatre in Times Square

Host Your Next Event at the Center of the Universe.

From theaters to ballrooms to high-tech conference rooms to elegant restaurants with panoramic neighborhood views, Times Square has an event space to suit your needs. Whether you're hosting a half-dozen guests or a couple of thousand, and whether the dress code is black tie or come-as-you-are, you'll find plenty of options below.

Available Event Spaces

At the Times Square Alliance, we often receive inquiries from individuals and companies eager to host their events at the Crossroads of the World. We hope this page will provide some helpful contact information for those looking for the perfect event space in Times Square.

Applebee’s Times Square & Theater District

Location:  234 West 42nd Street between 7th 7 8th

Location: 205 West 50th street on Broadway

Contact:  212-262.4022

www.applemetrorestaurants.com

Capacity:  Seated 350, Reception 400

The World’s Largest Applebee’s are located in the heart of New York’s Times Square and Theater District.  Two multi-level restaurants with private rooms and separate kitchen facilities allowing them to offer a range of custom experiences for groups of 20 – 400.  Host your next meeting or event at the crossroads of the world overlooking all the action on 42nd St. or, at the corner of 50th & Broadway where your guests can enjoy a clear view of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.  Both restaurants offer access to secure New Year’s Eve viewing areas so your guests can join the revelers and watch the ball drop!

Crowne Plaza Times Square

Location: 1605 Broadway

Contact:  212-977-4000

www.crowneplaza.com

Capacity: Multiple options. Largest is 700.

The Crowne Plaza offers 39 meeting rooms. The largest, the Broadway Ballroom, can accommodate up to 700 people and was last renovated in January 2004.

Dance Times Square

Location: Broadway and West 44th Street

Contact:  sherry@sradp.com

www.dancetimessquare.com

Capacity: 150

The space, able to accommodate up to 150 patrons, is ideal for dance and musical performances, lessons and rehearsals; but the elegant environment naturally lends itself to private parties and company parties and dinners.

Dave & Buster’s Times Square

Location:  234 W. 42nd Street (3rd Floor)

Contact:   Dani Frisch, Special Events Manager at 646-495-2015 or

dani_frisch@Daveandbusters.com 

www.daveandbusters.com

Capacity: Multiple options ranging from 10 to 1,200

Dave & Buster's makes event planning easy with 31,500 sq. ft. private banquet rooms and an abundance of the latest games and simulators create a unique environment for gatherings of all occasions, accommodating groups of 10 - 1,200 from corporate to close-out events.

Doubletree Guest Suites Times Square

Location:  1568 Broadway / 47th St at 7th Ave

Contact:  212-719-1600  

Sales: 212-707-4700

www.nyc.doubletreehotels.com

Capacity: Multiple options. Maximum 200.

The only-all suite hotel on Broadway in Times Square, Doubletree Guest Suites Times Square has over 6000 sq. feet of event space & the ability to accommodate groups of up to 200 people.   Newly renovated meeting rooms are state-of-the-art & feature wireless high-speed Internet & premier audio visual services. Click here to view special Group Value Dates or call the Central Sales Office at 212-707-4700 for more information.

ESPN Zone Times Square

Location:  1472 Broadway

Contact: Lynne Wilkinson at 212-921-3776 ext. 235 or email

lynne.wilkinson@disney.com

www.espnzone.com/newyork

Capacity: 1,800

Located in the heart of Times Square, ESPN Zone is convenient to many tourist attractions, museums, Broadway shows and numerous hotels.  We are easy to reach and centrally located for all of your guests.  Its 42,000 square feet of non-stop action, unbelievable food, and more!  With over 150 televisions ranging from two giant 14' big screens to the 13" overhead monitors in the restrooms, ESPN Zone takes the concept of sports entertainment to a whole new level, delivering an experience you won’t find anywhere else. From a small reception with family and friends to a full-scale corporate event, we offer the ultimate in special event menu selections, quality, service and flexibility.  Plus, our high-energy atmosphere with friendly and accommodating staff will execute your event’s game plan with ease. Our professional sales team makes it fun to plan an event at ESPN Zone.  Whether it’s a birthday party for 20 or an event of 1,800 our dedicated Sales team will work with you to create your vision.

Flatotel

Location: 135 W. 52nd Street

Contact:  212-887-9515

http://flatotel1-px.rtrk.com/

Flatotel combines the intimacy of a boutique hotel with the high-tech sophistication of a large meetings property.  Located in the center of midtown, Flatotel has 14,000 square feet of meeting and event space.

Hard Rock Times Square

Location:  1501 Broadway

Contact:  212-991-1291

www.hardrock.com

Capacity:  Seated 800, Reception 1,000

As one of the city's largest entertainment destinations, Hard Rock Cafe New York features a 708-seat restaurant, a recently opened 1,800 square-foot Rock Shop with authentic Hard Rock merchandise and a Hard Rock Live concert venue for performances & special events.

The cafe boasts a unique outdoor space above the building's historic marquee, where guests can host private parties amid the lights & excitement of Times Square. The living museum of Rock 'n' Roll memorabilia makes a fantastic backdrop for any special event.

Havana Central Times Square

Location: 151 West 46th Street

Contact: Lara Richardson at 212-398-7447

http://www.havanacentral.com/mambo/

Capacity:

Restaurant: 200 seated, 400 standing

Bar: 53 seated, 70 standing

Mezzanine: 70 seated, 100 standing

Hemmingway Room: 22 seated, 30 standing

Patio: 20 seated, 30 standing

Located in the heart of Times Square, Havana Central Times Square evokes Cuba's golden era, when its namesake city was one of the world's most tantalizing playgrounds. Walking into the swanky circa 1950's Havana nightspot setting is to be transported to another place and time - one where Frank Sinatra, Ernest Hemingway and Lucky Luciano rub shoulders at the bar, while Desi Arnez's Babalu blares in the background.

Hilton Times Square

Location:  234 West 42nd Street

Contact: 212-840-8222

http://hiltonfamilynewyork.com/hilton-times-square.php

Capacity: Multiple options ranging from 10 to 150

An ideal location, with spectacular views, extraordinary catering, and 10 elegantly decorated function rooms - the Hilton Times Square is the perfect meeting venue to accommodate groups ranging from 10 to 150 guests.

John's Pizzeria

Location: 260 West 44th Street

Contact: Flossie Arend, Event Coordinator at 212-391-7560 or email

parties@johnspizzerianyc.com

www.johnspizzerianyc.com

Capacity:  350-400

Nestled in the heart of the Times Square district, John’s Pizzeria opened its doors in what was once a Gospel Tabernacle Church. Built in 1887, the Church still holds the original stained glass ceiling and balcony mezzanine where parishioners once said their daily prayers. With four coal-fired brick pizza ovens, two kitchens and over 350 seats, John’s Pizzeria is capable of hosting both large and small events, be it a lavish wedding or company event.

Madame Tussauds New York

Location: 234 West 42nd Street, between 7th & 8th Avenues

Contact: Jennifer Cutler at 212-512-9600 or email special.events@madametussaudsny.com

www.nycwax.com

Capacity: Multiple options ranging from 10 to 1,200

Madame Tussauds can play host to your next event, be it an exclusive attraction buyout for up to 1,200 guests or and intimate gathering for 10.

Marriot Marquis Times Square

Location:  1535 Broadway

Contact:  212-398-1900

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/event-planning/travel/nycmq-new-york-marriott-marquis/

Capacity: Multiple options, 2,800 max.

The Marriot Marquis in Times Square features 54 meeting rooms with a total of 101,450 sq ft of meeting space.  The largest meeting room is the Broadway Ballroom (including balcony) with a maximum meeting space of 29,025 sq ft and maximum seating capacity of 2,800.

Nokia Theatre Times Square:  Event and Party Space

Location:  1515 Broadway at W 44th Street

Contact:  nokiaInfo@nokiatheatrenyc.com 

http://www.nokiatheatrenyc.com

Capacity: 2,100

The Nokia Theatre Times Square is a 2100-capacity venue designed by the award-winning architect David Rockwell of the Rockwell Group and operated by AEG LIVE. The venue officially opened in September 2005 and has the capability to hold a wide array of events including concerts, live television, web broadcasts, live recordings, award shows and event parties.

Paramount Hotel Times Square

Location:  235 W.46th Street

Contact: 212-764-5500

http://www.nycparamount.com/

Capacity: 8

The Business Center Board Room is perfect for smaller business gatherings. The room is approximately 200 square feet in size and can comfortably accommodate up to 8 guests. State-of-the-art audio and visual equipment is available, along with wireless, high-speed Internet access.

Planet Hollywood Times Square

Location:  1540 Broadway

Contact:  212-265-2404 or email aroman@planethollywood.com

Capacity: Multiple options ranging from 50 to 1,000 guests

http://www.planethollywood.com/restaurants_newYork.htm

Fourth Floor - 50 to 275 guests (Sky A,B,and or C)

Third Floor (Main Floor)  - 300 to 650 guests

Entire venue - 1,000 guests

Private Movie Theatre - 48 guests

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Renaissance

Location:  Two Times Square, 714 Seventh Avenue at W. 48th Street

Contact:  212-765-7676

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/restaurant/nycrt-renaissance-new-york-hotel-times-square/

Capacity: Multiple options, max 80.

The Renaissance features 4 meeting rooms and 1,730  sq ft of total meeting spaces.  The largest meeting room is Cosmopolitan 1 & 2 with maximum meeting space of 950 sq ft and maximum seating capacity of 80. Also available for events is the Restaurant and Lounge, offering stunning wrap around views of Times Square.

Ripley's Believe It Or Not! Times Square

Location:  234 West 42nd Street (btw 7th & 8th Avenues)

Contact:  212-398.3133

www.ripleysnewyork.com

Capacity:  Seated 200, Reception 1,300

Ripley's Believe It or Not! Times Square is New York’s most fascinating, unusual and exciting venue.  Featuring more than 18,000 square feet of remarkable exhibit space and more than twenty themed galleries, Ripley’s stands out as a truly unique option for those wishing to escape from the traditional. 

Guests at every Ripley’s event mingle with more than 500 curious works of art, science, humanity and nature.  Guests will be talking for days about our dozens of inter-active exhibits and priceless photo opportunities.  There is no other venue where guests can walk on, spin, lift, touch, tilt, rotate, sit on, put your head in, step through or talk to as many interesting items as can be found at Ripley's Believe It or Not! Times Square.

Times Center

Location:  242 W 41st Street

Contact:  800-272-9533  

http://www.thetimescenter.com/

Besides being home to the many cultural and educational programs presented by The New York Times, The Times Center is available for rental and is a perfect setting for a wide array of performances, events, and meetings.

Times Square Information Center

Location: 1560 Broadway (7th Avenue between 46th and 47th Streets)

Capacity: 490 (Cocktails), 250 (seated)

Contact:

Eddie Emeric

Special Projects Manager

Times Square Alliance

1560 Broadway

New York, NY 10036

T - 212-869-1808

F - 212-869-5667

eemeric@TimesSquareNYC.org

Located in the beautifully-restored landmark Embassy Movie Theater on 7th Avenue between 46th and 47th Streets, the Times Square Information Center offers 6,000 square feet of event space, comfortably accommodating up to 490 guests for business and private events.  More >>

Tonic

Location: 727 7th Avenue between 48th & 49th Streets

Contact: Joseph Jacobino at 212-382-1059

www.tonicbarnyc.com

Perfect for Cocktail receptions and team-building events.

Toys “R” Us, Inc.

Location:  1514 Broadway

Contact:  646-366-8836 or privatefunctions@toysrus.com

http://www9.toysrus.com/timessquare/

Capacity: 50-75

The Skybox is the premier NYC event space, designed to inspire innovative and memorable events.  It offers a dynamic, yet private setting that is versatile enough for either a formal or casual event, anytime day or night.

Westin New York at Times Square

Location:  270 W 43rd Street

Contact: 212-201-2700

www.westin.com

The stunning 45-story tower of The Westin New York at Times Square houses an exceptional assortment of meeting and event spaces. Its sophisticated contemporary style mirrors the undeniable energy of the hotel's dynamic architecture and location.

W Hotel Times Square

Location:  1567 Broadway

Contact:  212-930-7400

Capacity: 10-100

http://www.starwoodhotels.com/whotels/

Creative in approach and innovative in design, W New York - Times Square is a breath of fresh air for your attendees. Gather. Discover. Conquer. Six flexible state-of-the-art studios totaling 2,300 square feet conform to your every need. With 6 meeting studios totaling 2,300 square feet of space, we can set the place for 10 - 100 guests.