Private Events in NYC at Riverpark

Located in Kips Bay with sweeping views of the East River and Long Island City, Riverpark offers a versatile setting for private events in NYC. Designed as one dynamic venue with a collection of distinct spaces, Riverpark can accommodate intimate celebrations, cocktail receptions, seated dinners, milestone events, and larger gatherings—all within an elevated and welcoming atmosphere.

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A Versatile Venue for Private Events in NYC

Riverpark’s restaurant and bar bring together a variety of micro-environments, allowing each gathering to have its own character. Lounge-style seating surrounds the main bar, dining tables fill the central space, and multiple private dining rooms provide more intimate settings for celebrations, presentations, and larger events.

From a milestone birthday or anniversary to a bridal shower, retirement celebration, or bar or bat mitzvah, Riverpark offers flexible layouts and dining formats to suit the occasion. Event capabilities include plated dining, plated dining with a reception, buffet dining, buffet dining with a reception, cocktail receptions, and presentations.

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For casual gatherings of up to 150 guests, the Riverpark Terrace and patio provide an open-air setting during the warmer months. With exclusive views of the East River and Long Island City, the Terrace offers a relaxed backdrop for cocktail receptions, celebrations, and informal private events.

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The space can be arranged in a variety of layouts to accommodate the needs of each gathering, making it particularly well suited for events that call for a more social and flexible atmosphere.

Little River

Little River offers a distinctive private event setting defined by glass, steel, dramatic high ceilings, and abundant natural light. The space feels intimate while remaining connected to the energy of New York City, creating a sophisticated backdrop for gatherings of varying sizes.

Little River accommodates buffet dinners, buffet dinners with receptions, and cocktail receptions, making it a versatile option for celebrations and social events.

Private Dining at Riverpark

For more intimate gatherings, the East Dining Room accommodates up to 40 guests in a setting set apart from the energy of the city. Variable table arrangements and presentation capabilities allow the room to adapt to everything from a seated celebration to a more structured private gathering.

For larger events, the West Dining Room accommodates up to 120 guests in a warm, inviting setting with a luxe interior. The space supports cocktail receptions, plated and buffet dinners with optional receptions, and dining with keynote speakers, making it suitable for milestone celebrations, award ceremonies, presentations, and seated dinners.

A Setting for Life’s Milestones

Choosing a private event venue in NYC often means balancing atmosphere, space, dining, and the needs of your guests. At Riverpark, multiple event spaces and flexible configurations make it possible to create a gathering that feels considered and appropriate to the occasion, whether you're celebrating a 60th birthday, an anniversary, retirement, bridal shower, or bar or bat mitzvah.

With East River views, distinct dining spaces, and a range of event formats, Riverpark provides an elevated setting for bringing family, friends, colleagues, and loved ones together in New York City.

Apella, New York City’s premier meeting and event destination venue, sits above Riverpark and offers 10,000 square feet of beautifully designed private meeting & event space. The sleekly designed turnkey space sets the stage for modern event experiences, accompanied by world-class hospitality, innovative menus, and sophisticated multimedia solutions, ensuring an unparalleled guest experience. As Apella’s on-site caterer, Riverpark celebrates modern American cuisine by showcasing seasonal ingredients from local farms and greenmarkets, crafting innovative dishes with a commitment to sustainability and wholesome ingredients for all types of events.