Hi All! I'm looking for a Happy Hour venue in Amsterdam near the RAI - anyone have experience planning events there? We'll be at IBC Sept. 15-18 and were hoping to plan a Happy Hour for around 50-75 clients. If you know of a good venue, please let me know. So far not having much luck with the places I've contacted. Thanks!

Hello, hello: Heading to Berlin in March and looking for private dining rooms (30pax) and breakfast spots with meeting space (15 pax). Open to rooftops, hotels, restaurants, etc.- looking for both to be draws as the events are coinciding with large hospitality trade show at Messe Berlin. Open to providing transportation to the show after breakfast. Thank you, thank you!!!

Hi, everyone. I'm looking for venue recommendations for Copenhagen (large user conference event; 3000 ppl - keynote, exhibit space, etc) and am looking for something OTHER THAN the Bella Center...do any of you have good Copenhagen contacts or recommendations?!

Looking for recommendations for amazing event planners in the Netherlands. 🙂 I'm starting from zero so any leads would be appreciated!!

Any recs for a restaurant buyout in Berlin for 70-100 seated? Ideally near intercontinental hotel

Anyone have a fabricator in Germany? and perhaps a game/interactive entertainment company there as well?

Hey hey- happy Monday! Looking for vendor help:

• Swag vendor for reusable coffee mugs in EMEA (that ships to Amsterdam), a local one works

• Reception venue in Charlotte for end of June (75-100 people)

Hi! Any recommendations for a staffing agency in Charlotte, NC for promo staff? 🏎️

Hi all, I am looking high-end/premium experience suggestions in SF for 15 people. Half/half male/female and open to day activities or dinner. Thank you in advance for your time.

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Hello, I am looking for a unique venue in SF area for back to back events Sept 27 & 28, private intimate tequila dinner pairing with a michelin star chef for 30 people each evening. Looking for a place with a view and not a bar or restaurant.

Hi all! Need some inspiration for planning a holidat staff retreat for approx 20 ppl early December. Going to have a low, middle and luxury option. Most folks are NY based but would look anywhere in the US. Let me know if anyone has any super fun ideas! Thanks! :)

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Hey all! Wondering if you have some recommendations for large meeting/ conference room spaces (24 people) for half-day rentals in NYC. I have checked out a lot of the co-working spaces, but wondering if I am overlooking something. Thanks!

Hi All - what are your favorite venues that have in house catering? Looking for venues that seat around 120 people for dinner and still have room for a stage, step and repeat, and maybe a 10x10 sponsor activation. Usually we work in raw, blank spaces and bring in catering but this budget wont allow so we are open to suggestions. Looking for somehtign super modern and chic. Ideally trying to stay away from old school venues like Ciprani, etc... Think Soho House chic.

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Hi @here I hope you are all doing well. We are planning our companies holiday party and wanted to reach out to see if you had any great activation recommendations. I have two but was told they are too “much” but now I can’t stop thinking about them. They are a lot for a Christmas party but I digress. Would love to hear reccos! Thank you!

Does anyone know of cool venue space for 300 people (main stage), sponsor area and meals in San Diego? In 2019 they were at the Bricks which is unfortunately too small for them. Looking at hotel options, but they would rather a venue. Also looking at the new children’s museum.

Hi all! Thoughts on good venues in NY for a 35 person meeting with basic AV and catering? Looking for something attractive and unique but fairly cost effective. Thanks!

Hi all! I'm currently planning a team offsite in Austin, TX the first week of February and wondering if anyone has any recommendations for an evening activity. We will have about 60 people and at our last onsite in NYC we spent an evening at Swingers (adult mini golf) which was a huge hit so looking for something a bit similar that has an activity element.

Hello everyone! Looking for experiences in Vegas for a client, anyone rent a poker room or have any recommendations for unique Vegas experiences you've done?

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Hi! Looking for experiential ideas for 1 day event in LA to host corporate client get together (they prefer food and drinks, demo 30-50's mostly male), looking for something innovative and different. DM me if any ideas come to mind!

Hi everyone, hope all is well! I’m in the market for a new venue in downtown Seattle and looking for recommendations. A small - mid-size space that could fit ~ 50 people banquet style, ideally with in-house catering & AV but not a deal-breaker if either have to be outsourced! Any recs will be much appreciated 🙂

Hello, all! I am in need of a sidewalk chalk artist based in/around NYC. Has anyone worked with a great one that you highly recommend?

Any favorite caterers in Miami? (Dinner for ~10 in a private residence near Wynwood.) I've contacted a few from The Vendry website but always love recs from the group too!

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Seeking a top venue scout for LA for a luxury fashion client dinner. We’re looking for a architectural house/ space that feels like a hidden gem. Please send any recommendations :)

Hey all! Anyone have any hotel / venue recommendations in Buckhead, Atlanta that would fit 150 in rounds in a ballroom / meeting space? Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone! Looking for a cool, convenient Brooklyn venue that could host a small banquet style event (40-50 people) this coming May. Doing the research online, but wanted to see if anyone has any hidden gems that I should know about?

Hi again! Are you guys still doing virtual events or broadcasts? I’m looking for a studio with broadcasting capabilities in NYC. I have a client in Norwalk, CT and we did a broadcast from their office last year but they would like to try out a turn-key studio location this time around. I know that we can build the setup pretty much anywhere but looking for an excisiting space and setup. Any good experiences?

Following Carter's Houston question... I'm helping a colleague find a retreat space in the Houston area (5 C-suite folks for one weekend). She doesn't want a corporate space or standard hotel, and wants it to have some sort of access to nature. Their budget is about $600/day. We're finding LOTS of religious-leaning retreat spaces & hotels in my search but nothing that fits her requirements. Any recs?

Hi all! Looking for a rec for a venue in NYC to host a 10 person seminar. Ideally, we want it to have a lot of natural light, be downtown and potentially outdoor space. We don't want it to feel too corporate. Thank you in advance!

Hey! I’m looking for a cocktail party & dinner venue in Vancouver for 50-70 people. Does anyone have any good recommendations? Inhouse AV is a plus but I’m open to all kinds of spaces. The guests are staying at the Fairmont hotel and would prefer a space close to it.

I'm looking for a BREAKFAST location in NYC - Columbus Circle neighborhood preferred. Restaurant or hotel bar is perfect -- not a big budget event -- only 30-40 people max.

This is designed to be a networking breakfast with some grab & go options with the option to sit and chat a bit while people are on their way to work.

I've got an ask into Tartinery inside the Shops at Columbus Circle, but any other ideas you may have are welcome (and needed). 🤗

Hi everyone! I am looking for concert venues / event spaces in Seattle area to host 2,500 - 3,000 guests for a concert. Existing stage or space for full build, space for dance floor, food & beverage stations, lounge areas, etc. Indoor preferred but can build a tent if outdoor. Let me know if anyone has any recommendations! I've already reached out to Lumen Field spaces, Wamu Theater, Seattle Center through The Vendry. Thanks!!

Looking for a “cool” venue for a 50-100 person event (similar to a roadshow) in Las Vegas. Has anyone done anything there recently? It would be an afternoon event for a few hours.

HI all! Any recommendations for great, modern, convention hotels or venues in these target locations: Denver, Dallas, Chicago, Nevada (not Las Vegas). Attendee counts are at 1000ppl Thank you!

Best event venue in NYC for 2000+ seated dinner/cocktails (corporate attendees) in January? Was thinking Cipriani's, Pier Sixty- any others that are new and/or ideal for this large of a crowd? THANK YOU!

Hi! does anyone know a good venue in NYC, maybe midtown, that has breakout rooms for sessions for around 200 people, seated theater style?

Hey everyone!

I’m putting together an investor/operator group of 20-25 people for breakfast and would love some ideas

• I’m looking for a nice spot for breakfast or ideas on other places to host a breakfast (currently considering something like rise nyc or borrowing a funds office)

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Hi all! Im currently kicking off planning for a Fall 2023 gala in NYC. Likely around 200 people. Curious if anyone has recommendations for venues, adn if anyone has a budget from a past event that I might be able to reference as I start to build this out!

Hi everyone!

I have a friend looking for venue ideas in NYC for a creative offsite for 80 people, the CEO does not want anything that feels like an office setting.

It’s a startup so budget is a constraint but we have flex.

I’d so appreciate your expert help if you have a few mins! Thank you!

Hi all! Planning a small dinner in Chicago for executives near McCormick Place early June. Any restaurant recommendations? I looked in the Vendry already but all I could find was fully committed. Thank you!

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Hello! Looking for an Atlanta venue with an interactive component for an event in August with 20 - 25 people. Would like for the space to have F&B and an activity for attendees. Any suggestions?

Does anyone happen to know a contact at Stephan Weiss Studios Ltd in NYC? I'm planning a 10 person offsite and I think their loft could work perfectly. I'm having trouble finding a contact online though.

for those in Palo Alto/Mountain View Area: I have a partner looking for a venue for the following date & size, and I'm cutting and pasting what they shared with me. You would work with them directly if there is any specific venue on here that would be interested in offering up their space:

We are currently in the process of planning our Investor Summit which will take place on September 14th in the Palo Alto/Mountain View area. The Summit will be an all day event (9am-5pm) featuring key note speakers and pitches from the HBCU Accelerator Cohort. We are looking for a venue to accommodate 150 people. We have a few prospects at the moment but would love any contacts you can introduce us to. Budget for venue is between $5K - $15K so definitely on a discounted basis. Ideally a place that can bring in their own food (so no hotels unless the hotel wants to discount their food offerings).

In addition to my question above, does anyone have good offsite activities that will take ~2 hours for an offsite in July in NYC for a group of ~20-25 executives? Something not too touristy, but fun/cool, can be team building.

Hi everyone! Looking for NYC recs for some classy & cool after party spaces for 250-350 guests(restaurants, bars, clubs, etc.). Ideally a 10min drive max from Lincoln Square area or near Fort Greene Park in Brooklyn!!!(-:

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hi all! looking for a venue for my firm's holiday party in NYC - will be about 35-40 people in nov/dec. looking for a cool/hot spot w/ seated dinner that's fancy and fun. if any recs please let me know 🙏 ty!!

Hi everyone! Looking for a NYC venue for 125-150 1/2 of panels and then a reception. I'm used to booking bigger spaces in NY, so would love some recs from this group,

Also, I'm going to be in NYC June 26-29, so let me know if you'd like to connect in person! 🙂

Hi! Looking for a cool event venue in Boston Back Bay Area for 50-60 people for a day event (presentations and networking). Looking for something somewhat raw with exposed brick and client wants to stay away from a hotel. This is a 1/2 day roadshow type of event. Anything come to mind for anyone?

Hi all! I’m searching for a mentalist/magician for an event in Austin TX in September. We want someone that’s cost effective (budget around $5-8K) but also isn’t cheesy/lame!

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Hi! I’m working on some field marketing initiatives in NYC and my initial thought was a suite at a Yankees game BUT those are crazy expensive 😂 any other fun activities come to mind?

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Hi there! Looking for recs for a venue for a 300 person corporate party in October in NYC. We did 214 Lafayette last year but they will be under construction this year. Anyone know of somewhere unique in any of the downtown neighborhoods?

Hi all — I’m looking for a special ski OR outdoor resort for an offsite in Jan in mountain west or Canada. Something out of the box and unique. Any favorites that can be suggested? ideally a buyout or close to it for 65 ppl / 4-5 stars. I’ve got a pulse on the larger well known properties but looking for that diamond. Thx!

I am looking for a premium/high end event space for about 100 people for a one day event in November that also has space for breakouts in San Francisco. Not sure if anyone knows of any private spots or function space that would be accommodating to a small group with plenty of space for smaller group meetings.

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Hi! I am looking for an upscale, classy venue in Downtown Denver for a formal dinner that can fit 250 guests seated. The venue will need to fit a stage, dance floor etc. If anyone has any suggestions I'd love to hear them, thanks in advance 😃

Hi everyone! Looking for a venue in Los Angeles that isn't a hotel for an AI event for between 250-300 people - let me know if anything comes to mind - thank you 🙂

Hey, hey: Any suggestions for a NYC based magician who does corporate events?

@EventPlanner963 @EventPlanner582 will this channel just be for NYC venues or global venues can be highlighted here?

Hi all, I’m looking for green venues in New York City (~150 guests) that hit the mark when it comes to sustainability/environmental focus! Shoot me a message if something comes to mind!

Hey team! Looking for a venue for a day this fall in London for 150 people for a conference, ideally with the ability to form breakout groups. bonus points if it isn't overly expensive (I humbly run a nonprofit). thanks in advance!

Hi Everyone! I am looking at finding an independent event venue in NYC, Chelsea for a corporate event for 200-250 pax, seated. Any suggestions are welcome.

Hi all, looking for a venue that can hold up to 500 people for an event with mainstage sessions and networking in New York, Vegas, and West Coast or Orlando area Florida. Any and all ideas welcome!

Hi all! Looking for a space to host a 100 person dinner and 200 person after party in NYC next month. Open to BK. Preference for a great restaurant but also open to event spaces.

Hey NYC friends!! A friend/colleague just invested in a new nyc event space. Looking for top movers and shakers in NYC that I can connect him with to get people into the venue to see it and eventually host events there.

Looking forward to hearing back!!

Hi all! My colleague is looking for recommendations for out of the box venues for 200+ attendees in Toronto and Sydney - ideally in desirable location that is easily accessible and kitchen facilities

Hey Friends! Looking for recos for a restaurant in the San Fran area for dinner/dancing for 50-75 people? Thanks in advance for your help!

Hey guys! I’m looking for smaller venues in LA for a corporate networking event. It’s an afternoon event with presentations followed by a cocktail hour. I think the capacity should be for 50-100 ppl. The client tends to like trendy, colorful and out of the ordinary venues rather than hotel conference rooms. In-House AV setup is a plus. Any help is appreciated, thanks in advance! 😊

Hi all! Looking for recommendations for NYC rooftop venues that feel sexy and sleek with a "the place to be" vibe - but are not hotel rooftops (or at the very least, have a separate entrance to the venue vs the hotel); about 100-150 guests. Thanks!

Looking for venues in Los Angeles! Looking for something chic that can accommodate up to 100 seated! Thanks 🙏

Hi all, Does anyone have a recommendation on any Joshua Tree spaces? We are looking for something standalone to build a pop up activation (no general public access).

Looking for a great event space in San Francisco for ~130-150 people! One day event with one theater for general session and one larger networking space. Open to hotel or non hotel. Any recs? 🪩

hi all! i’m based in NYC and planning a team offsite (~40 people) and holiday party (~100 people) in december and curious - when would you consider we’re getting in the “danger zone” for venues booking up? when would you start your search? thanks!🎄

Hi everyone! Does anyone have any venue recommendations in San Francisco (capacity: 3,000)?

Orlando Venues - Looking for a great venue for a cocktail party for ~250 in Orlando. Please let me know your recommendations. Thank you!

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hey y’all - looking for a small space for a pop up activation in two weeks (yikes last minute!) around the murray hill/midtown area. Can just be blank space, but needs to be ground floor access. Anyone know a place? or if there’s any sites like Peerspace or Storefront that I might not be aware of?

Hi all! I'm looking for an SF venue for an event next month and would love some recos from this group! Details below 🥰

Guest count: 60

Event format: Content: Presentation + Panel + Breakouts + dinner

Run-of-Show:

4:30 - 5:00 | Cocktails, apps + networking

5:00 - 5:05| Introduction + welcome

*5:05 - 5:20*| Lightning Talk: Presentation

5:20 - 5:50 | Client Spotlight: Panel

5:50 - 6:40 | Breakout discussion groups (need to be able to break out into 6 groups of 10 or 10 groups of 6 in the same room)

6:40 - 8:20 | Dinner + networking

8:20 - 8:30 | Conclusion, thank you’s wrap up

AV Requirements:

• 1 monitor OR screen + projector

• 4 wireless microphones

• Adapter for Macbook Pro

• iPad w/pre-built playlist for background noise or speakers

• Dedicated onsite support

Hey all! I am in the process of planning a Customer Appreciation Dinner in Boston. This includes dinner and drinks, and we would love to have some level of interaction. In the past, we have done things like drink making, cooking classes, paint and sip, etc. We are open to anything! It would be for around 60 - 70 people. Any venues/restaurants you can think of?

Hi! I am looking to host an event in Anaheim,CA ... any recommendations? Open to a fun activity /experience for customers to do together or a killer dinner space.

Any Chicago bar rec’s near McCormick Place West for a HH? Thanks!

• Hello All - Currently looking for recommendations for a NYC ground level space (80-175 person capacity)

• Street Level with window view

• 1 week pop up during December

• Holiday Foot Traffic Location (Bryant Park, 5th Ave, Soho, Flat Iron etc)

• Hello All - Currently looking for recommendations for a NYC ground level space (80-175 person capacity)

• Street Level with window view

• 1 week pop up during December

• Holiday Foot Traffic Location (Bryant Park, 5th Ave, Soho, Flat Iron etc)

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👋 Hello! Can anyone recommend their favorite restaurants for a 6-8 client lunch in nyc?

Vegas HELP My Company has a booth at an upcoming tradeshow in Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay and we typically do a happy hour or event after the exhibit hall closes. Last year we did sky lounge - I was hoping to do something more outside the box this year than just a restaurant/bar outlet but it has to be within the mandalay bay complex

Does anyone have restaurant and/or experience recommendations for a corporate offsite in Palm Beach for up to 40 guests? Looking at The Colony Hotel, Cafe Boulud, Breakers and the group is staying at Four Seasons. They’ve done Croquet Club in the past which was a hit

Hello all, Looking for a VIP dinner space in London for a pre-dinner event near the ExCel Center on the evening of Oct. 17th for ~15 ppl. Seeking a premium venue experience to help drive customer promo for this event. If anything great comes to mind I'd appreciate the reccos ;)

NYC friends: I’m hosting a VC annual investor day at Neuehouse oand looking for an addt happy hour venue in Midtown for 55-60 guests on Oct 24🗽 The vibe we’re going for is swanky, non-corporate with options to bring a “food design” caterer + photobooth. Sample venues we’ve looked at: The Ned, Maxwell Social, Fotografiska, Rare Book Room @ the Strand. Thank you!

Hello! Can anyone recommend some of their favourite sustainable / eco - friendly venues in NYC with space that would fit up to 100?

Hi! Looking for an intimate, luxe and unexpected venue somewhere in a chic LA neighborhood (beverly hills, weho, etc). would love any ideas!

Hi all — does anyone have reccos of party venues that fit ~900 people? Few notes:

• Targeting Manhattan

• Huge pro if they have in-house catering

• Looking for something more laid back (bar, restaurant) vs a Cipriani/Tao/Capitale. We were at Pier60 this year, which was great, but we like to switch it up 🙂

Appreciate any suggestions, thank you in advance!

🪩 Space reccos in NYC

Planning an event for a client, October 18 in NYC and looking for a space for about 50-70 people.

Does anyone know someone who may have a space available?

Hello!

I’m searching for distinctive venues in San Francisco for an event in November. They should have the capacity to host more than 400 attendees. Does anyone have any recommendations?

Hey! Can anyone think of a space that would work for a half day event with presentations and a mini exhibition for about 50 ppl? Preferably a venue that would have a lobby area for the exhibition and a presentation room with AV tech inhouse (not a huge budget). This is for May 2024 and a side event for NYCxDesign 2024. There’s been initial talks of Williamsburg as a location but it could be in Manhattan too. Happy to hear any suggestions for exciting venues so thanks in advance!

Hello I am looking for a Las Vegas movie theater in the Downtown area that can accommodate 400-600 guests that could possible host a post screening party - any recs welcome?

I'm back with another venue recommendation request. I'm a one-woman field marketing team and this group has been so helpful, I cannot thank you enough 💕 I'm looking for Chicago and Seattle venues for an event next month and would love some recos. Details below 🥰

Guest count: 60

Event format: Content: Presentation + Panel + Breakouts + dinner

Run-of-Show:

4:30 - 5:00 | Cocktails, apps + networking

5:00 - 5:05| Introduction + welcome

*5:05 - 5:20*| Lightning Talk: Presentation

5:20 - 5:50 | Client Spotlight: Panel

5:50 - 6:40 | Breakout discussion groups (need to be able to break out into 6 groups of 10 or 10 groups of 6 in the same room)

6:40 - 8:20 | Dinner + networking

8:20 - 8:30 | Conclusion, thank you’s wrap up

AV Requirements:

• 1 monitor OR screen + projector

• 4 wireless microphones

• Adapter for Macbook Pro

• iPad w/pre-built playlist for background noise or speakers

• Dedicated onsite support

Any cool venues in austin to host a 3-hour networking and content event? Ideally a separate space for each activity

hi! does anyone have a good realtor for pop up spaces in downtown manhattan?

Looking for a NYC venue in Meatpacking or Chelsea to accommodate 150 theater style with a separate lunch and reception space. Natural light is a must. Female owners/affiliation a plus.

Hi all - looking for an NYC venue for next fall. Sizeable networking space, 500pax plenary, at least 6 breakout spaces, and ideally catering in-house. Needs to be between 3rd ave and 8th (maaaybe 9th) in mid-town Manhattan. We've previously done this event at ETC venues 360 Madison full buyout.

Already considering Hilton and Marriott Marquis. Thank you!!

hi friends! I’m looking for named contacts at Splacer and Peerspace to help with some NY venue hunting! Also, if anyone has any reco’s for cool Loft style venues with open kitchens (this is for a supper event with chef talent) in Manhattan or east/central Brooklyn I’m all ears! Thank you

any ideas for fun group activities near LA Live/DTLA? working with a corporate group that historically loves bowling (already inquired with lucky strike) & karaoke, but would love to show them something unexpected if possible

Washington D.C. experts…. What are some of your favorite event venues that have ample space for a general session, breakout spaces (ideally at least 100 people theater style), but then also space for meals, reg and networking? About to start a venue search :)

Hi NYC peeps - I'm on the hunt for a venue in either Manhattan or Brooklyn that has built in broadcast capabilities. Our client loves a warehouse vibe but not a lot of AV or broadcast capabilities are going to be built in there. Why built-in? Cost savings -- my hope is that if I find a place that has some of our broadcast needs built in it will save us some money on our overall outside AV costs. I've been in touch with Convene already but would love any suggestions you may have. Thanks!

Hi there! Has anyone worked with The Foundry in LIC before and have an idea of the cost of a day buy-out of their space? It's for a brief I'm putting together ahead of a call and just need approximate pricing.

Hi Friends-

I was wondering if anyone here has planned a offsite in either Spain, France or Portugal. With that being said looking for something that would not be more than a 1:45 train ride from the International Airport. Most of the attendees will be flying in from the states. Looking for luxury, something that has greenery (lol) that they can do a hike or something in the morning and come back and head into meetings for most of the day. Something that is WOW and takes your breath away!

Thank you an in advance.

I have scoured The Vendry's website & client isn't excited about the options I've presented to date - looking for the following:

• Suitable private venue (meaning we can fully buy it out for multiple days) that ideally has both indoor & outdoor space comfortable for 400 guests reception style; food stations & a large stage area for the private talent. Here's the kicker must be on the Miami Beach side of Miami. Please reply in thread if you have any great venues that fit this size and location. TIA

LA question — does anyone know of any conference centers in LA that are good for events (with breakout space) — kind of like Convene in New York? I am not familiar w/ any, but I thought those of you who are LA based might have some ideas. Looking for some other venue ideas (beyond hotels) for a program that requires breakout space, in addition to general session + meals. Neuehouse’s breakout space is a little too small. Want to make sure I haven’t left any stones unturned.

I'm looking for venues in NY and LA that have space for a half or full day conference for 200-250 people with room for breakouts and production space. We know the usual suspects (Convene, Glasshouse, major hotel chains, etc.) but wondering if there is anything else we may not know of. Bonus if LA venues have outdoor space. Thanks!

Anyone have an unexpected location in LA for a conference of 800?

Hi! I’m trying to find a breakfast spot near javits but not seeing Hudson yards in the vendry as a neighborhood option. I’m not a local, so any thoughts on what neighborhood I should try instead?

What: New Jersey-East Asia Economic Mission

Where: Tokyo, Hiroshima, Seoul, Taipei, Hsinchu

When: October 13-22, 2023

Who: 60+ delegates

What went well:

• The delegates were thrilled to go on New Jersey’s most expansive economic mission ever. 40+ MOUs, partnerships, and important contracts were signed, including a drivers license reciprocity agreement with NJ and the Korean National Police association.

• Positive press all around. We got lots of write-ups in local media. Having a reporter on the ground with us helped.

• Governor Murphy was able to meet with the head of state in every country - not something all Govs get to do. He even brought a guitar signed by Bon Jovi as a gift for a music-loving high-ranking individual.

• Overall, I just can’t believe I successfully planned logistics, managed 90 meetings/sessions/events, and moved 60+ people, including the Gov, his family, and their security, across so many countries/cities with no major issues. Definitely my biggest accomplishment ever.

For next time:

• My events team was way too small (ie, it was a one-woman show of just me) and I lost not only an extraordinary amount of sleep but my mind a few times too. I’m advocating for an event coordinator to be added to my team now.

• Hoping for a longer lead planning time for the next economic mission.

• Still learning to navigate the world of politics/politicians. Personalities, rules, and processes much different than I’m used to.

• Need to buy comfortable shoes. My plantar fasciitis was really on fire this whole time with the literal running around we had to do. In the past, I could wear sneakers but with this crowd I had to be in dress shoes all the time. My Naturalizer loafers did not deliver on the promised support. Time to buy good insoles!

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Hi All! Anyone have great experience in NY at a non-hotel venue for 300-500 guests? We're hosting keynotes + 1 breakout session and networking reception. Looking for unique venues that aren't hotel conference centers. LMK if anything comes to mind 🙂

Does anyone have a direct contact for Convene NYC? I swear any time I submit a request via their website, it takes weeks for them to respond

Has anyone held an event at Lavan Midtown recently? If so, can you provide any relevant pricing/old quotes/final invoices for pricing comparisons? Thanks in advance!

Not event specific but does anyone have recommendations for Hong Kong and Singapore - busy in event planning and didn't do any vacation planning for my trip on the 21st! 😅

Hi All!

Anyone out there have any recommendations on a venue with around 40' - 60' ceilings and availability for 6 months? Would be for an experiential build and event. Have explored hangars, warehouses, sound stages, etc so let me know if you have anything along that vein. Thank you in advance.

hi all - i'm looking for a Four Seasons/high end level of venue in San Diego, as close to the convention center as possible. Flexible on pax - shooting for 130 reception but would prefer a nicer venue over larger capacity. anyone a venue expert in San Diego?? thank you!

Hi guys! My team has an event coming up in February in Scottsdale, Arizona. We are looking to host a fireside chat with about 50-75 ppl with drinks and passed apps prior to the talk. Can you recommend any venues in the area that could accommodate?

Happy Holidays Friends,

I am working on a non-for-profit event in June in NY where we will be honoring the fallen first responders and their families. This will be a family event as well as open to the public. We are working with a carnival theme. Would love to see if there are any vendors here would be interested in taking part. We are in the beginning stages of putting this all together. Please PM if you are interested or have any additional questions about this event.

Thank you

Anyone know if DC venues for 150 pax similar to Convene? We have been in hotels before but the client liked the all in aspect of Convene in NYC. We have a fixed date and their DC location isn’t available. Thank you!

Hi everyone!! ✨ Would appreciate any venue recommendations for a 600-1,000 person tech conference in New York (also accessible by public transportation) Thank you!

hi all! looking for ideas for an exclusive and luxe experience for a small group of 8 CEOs in LA - preferably West LA / along the coast. these folks are more than capable of buying their own experiences should they want, so the key here is differentiated and unique!

Does anyone have any hot recommendations for an activity venue or VIP dinner venue in the downtown Denver area? TIA!!!

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Hi everyone! Does anyone have any recommendations for lovely places to host 14-person team retreats in D.C. (including Maryland/Virginia), Philly, or Providence?

Some guidelines:

Budget is mid range (~$350/ per room per night)

We love places where we can either take over a really nice suite and use that as our workspace or if this have a nice loungey room that could work as well!

Any recommendations would be immensely appreciated!

Oxymoron of the century-- not fine dining but elevated private dining experience in/near times square? Will be coming from times center so trying to stay in that area.. thanks in advance!

Hi all! Looking for an outdoor park to host at 1,000+ person event with A/V + activations in Houston, Texas, any suggestions?

Hey everyone! I'm looking for a venue in Miami for a screening for around 50 - 70 people for a luxury brand. I'm based in London so my Miami venue knowledge is limited. Does anyone have any recs?

Hi all! I’m looking for an outdoor, family friendly, park or outdoor venue to host a 1000+ person soccer watch party with big screen / sponsor activations in Los Angeles. Let me know if any venues come to mind!! Have explored a bunch of options and most are unavailable (April 20th event date). Thx in advance!

Good Morning! Have any of your planned /executed private group events in any of the Walt Disney World (Orlando) parks before? I've got a dinner and buyout of 2 attractions planned in Epcot for 600 (Contract signed and site visit complete). They've been great so far but since this is my first time working an event in their park and with their catering team I don't know what I don't know and would appreciate any tips of things I _should_ know that they may not tell you in advance. If you've thought "if only I knew that sooner" - I want to know! Would love to connect with anyone who can offer advice. Thank you!

Looking for a venue in Portland -- 200 people, reception / standing cocktails. Client wants a place that has a cool, Portland vibe. No hotels. No banquet halls. Prefer restaurant, rooftop bar, or the like that really showcases the personality of Portland. Any thoughts? Thanks!

DC Recs: Besides hotels and the kennedy center & reagan center, any other ideas for a venue near capitol hill in DC for a dinner of 100-150 people, with a fireside chat? Or which spaces are your favorites (even if a hotel). Thank you!!

Favorite casual/fun dinner spots for #30 in NYC - please let me know any of your favorite spots for a large group that would be fun for those visiting from across the US. Thanks!

Hi! Does anyone have any recommendations for fun, childlike / playground themed venues in NYC?

Hi all!

Looking for a unique venue rec in Boston for a 2 day event

> About 75 people

> Needing a main presentation room and 2-3 breakout spaces

> Breakfast + lunch capabilities

Thank you in advance!!

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Two venue help request!

• Does anyone know of a venue in Martha's Vineyard that allows for either full buyout or private space for 100 in August?

• Also looking for a similar venue in Phoenix/Scottsdale/Tempe area in April

Thank you!!

Hi everyone, looking to host a screening in Manhattan for 1k-1.5k people. Would love suggestions on potential venues. Could either be an established theater or a space that can hold a screen and 1.5k sheets. Thank you in advance for your suggestions!!

Anyone have good venues recs for Toronto for 250 people, main room for executive track, and one room for workshop and main area for f&b and happy hour

NYC Resident Feedback - I think I remember seeing great reviews about Resident on here. Am I correct this company/experience is excellent? I’m considering them for an event and they seem like a dream for the space, food, service and cost for NYC private events. Thanks!

Hi all, any recommendations on venue for a evening automotive festival event hosting 2,000 people with roughly 150 cars on display in the Los Angeles Area? Thanks!

We could use some help from this amazing community -- we are trying to source venues in Boston and SF for June and our client has little to no money. We've looked at Loft on Two in Boston - and similar locations in SF (but they are just too pricey).

1 1/2 day program

150 people in SF and 75 people in BOS

Need main presentation room + 2 small breakout rooms + space to serve lunch

If the venue has built in AV, that is a plus b/c our AV budget is super small too.

Any ideas you may have is much appreciated.

looking for a fun nyc activity for executive team building. any recommendations?

Hi! Does anyone have any recommendations for restaurants in NYC (specifically Soho or West Village) that can seat 20 people for dinner? Trying to find a spot where people won't be stuck at a table(s) and can get up, walk around and talk to everyone at the dinner party.

Hi Event Pros! Does anyone have recommendations for restaurants with options for private dining close to the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando? Hoping to organize a private VIP dinner as a side event to a conference we're sponsoring. Thanks!

Alternately - does anyone have a contact at Salesforce SF that they'd be willing to connect me with? To ask if I could use any of their meeting space.

Looking for a space in NYC for a product launch event.

100 people

Apple product tech launch look and feel.

Ideally with inhouse AV

Hi friends, looking for a stylish/cool space for events in a few cities in the US:

• NYC

• Chicago

• Austin

• Los Angeles

Hosting a meet-up with 100pax in each city. Food and Drinks + Tech included. Any recommendations?

Does anyone have any recommendations for an awesome dinner & activity experience in Chicago in the May timeframe? Looking to host a field event in Chi-town for a Director + audience of about 15-20 people. Appreciate any reccos 🙏

Hi friends, I am looking for a NYC, LA and Tortonto venues that can hold 60-ish people for a half day event in the afternoon. Like 1-6 PM-ish. Any recos on venues or even what area of town to push over another? I'm pretty open.

@here looking for a great Midtown Manhattan venue with view and rooftop for a corporate 1 day event in July. Preferably two event spaces that can hold 150 people seated. In house AV and catering

Happy Friday! Can anyone refer a good Harlem, NY venue that can accommodate up to 500 attendees for a one day summit.

Also looking for a Brooklyn, NY, venue for 200-300 attendees for a health and wellness one day event. Many thanks in advance!

Hey all! I'm looking for a cool, luxe venue in the downtown Houston area for 200-300 cocktails. We're open to 10-15 minutes driving distance from downtown. Does anyone have recs for a space that they love?

Hello! Looking for recs for corporate VIP activities/experiences based in both Chicago and NYC. Hosting 10-20 customers and we want to go above and beyond just a dinner.

Hello! Any recs for a venue to host a sushi making class (bringing in host) + drinks for a group of 30 in Huntington Beach, CA?

LA - Looking for an indoor/outdoor venue for ~200 guests for a nonprofit event this fall. The Fig House is a good reference. City Market Social House would be too big. & Valentine is a bit too designed. Would love something in West Hollywood!

Hi Guys, I am working on a new event that is 100% sustainable. Who are your sustainable vendors you like?

Hi all! Curious if anyone has done an event in Barcelona and has vendors they could recommend?!

Any recommendations for a NOLA restaurant near the Convention Center for a seated business dinner for 150 pax?

Looking for office event space rentals in Chicago for 20-30 people. Any recs outside of a wework?

Hi everyone! Looking for venues in Martha's Vineyard that can host (50) for dinner + networking! Thanks in advance!