Edison Ballroom, The Rooftop
New York, NY, 10 036 -
Up to
750 guests
Offers
catering
Internal Catering
allowed
About Venue
Step into timeless New York glamour at the Edison Ballroom, a beautifully restored Art Deco gem just steps from Times Square. With its dramatic chandeliers, sleek architectural details, and fully retractable rooftop, this iconic venue blends old-school elegance with modern wow factor. Whether you’re planning a black-tie gala or a rooftop cocktail soirée, the Edison Ballroom makes a lasting impression from the moment your guests walk in.
From unforgettable weddings and mitzvahs to fashion shows, product launches, and corporate events, the space is incredibly versatile. You can host a candlelit dinner for 300 or a rooftop reception for 750 – and with multiple event areas including the stunning South Ballroom and The Rooftop at Edison Ballroom, there’s room to get creative. Book one level or take over the whole venue for a larger-than-life celebration.
What really sets this venue apart? The details. Every event includes state-of-the-art AV, elegant in-house furniture, and full-service catering by celebrity chef Mina Newman – known for bold, beautifully balanced menus. You'll also have the option of a full bar setup (or floating bar add-on) and a dedicated team that knows how to make events run smoothly.
Located right in the action of Midtown Manhattan, the Edison Ballroom is easy for your guests to reach and even easier to fall in love with. It’s polished, flexible, and surprisingly stress-free – a true hidden gem in the city that never sleeps.
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Capacity & Layout
Standing
up to 750
Dining
up to 400
Theatre
up to 450
Food & Beverage
Catering arrangements
Facilities & Amenities
Natural light
Audio & Visual
Sound system
WiFi
Space Rules
Allowed events
Wedding ceremony licence
Location
Reviews
- LaJanuary 2025
Event. NYU alumni award ceremony cocktail party in October 2024. Space. Amazing beautiful lighting. Very spacious with two bars. Seating layout was excellent - individual bar tables spaced out correctly as well as lounging areas. Perfect large space for a celebratory event. Food. Wow! Wow! Wow! Sliders, burgers (with tons of meat which is unusual for NYC), also let’s mention that those burgers were cooked to perfection. Seafood, sliced meats. Veggies - asparagus, olives, etc. Deserts - chocolates, cakes, cream puffs, etc. All distributed in abundance throughout the evening. Drinks. 2 separate bars which was smart for a space like that. First bar was larger than the second smaller one. Good variety of alcohol and creative bartenders. Music. Jazz, not too loud, oh, the music! It was a great way to celebrate and network and have a great time altogether.
- Annie WuMay 2019
Attending a work related event at this beautiful venue, Edison Ballroom, right next to the Hotel Edison. CAIPA Heritage Night is using this gorgeous place the 2nd time and the atmosphere is just right and food are good too.
- E PierceApril 2025
We attended an event here. It's a good setup for small gatherings, but the food was not good. The steaks were barely cooked. Many people did not finish their meal. The dessert was undercooked.
- Debbie WilponMay 2025
Worst experience ever! I hosted a Gala for a charity and the Director of Sales, Sean Campbell, was impossible to deal with. Completely inflexible. Food was awful and service very slow. Delaying our program. Would NEVER go there again!!!!!
- Christoph KloseJanuary 2025
A New Year’s Nightmare I attended what was supposed to be a joyous New Year’s Eve party, but it quickly turned into a disaster. From the moment I walked in, I was met with disappointment. First off, let’s talk about the food. I’ve had better meals at a gas station. The appetizers were stale and seemed like they had been sitting out for hours. The main course was a sad, overcooked mess that tasted like it had been pulled from the back of someone’s fridge. I can’t believe I paid for this! If I wanted to eat rubbery chicken and tasteless vegetables, I would have stayed home. Then, there was the seating arrangement. I don’t know who designed the layout, but it was a nightmare. The tables were crammed together, making it impossible to move without bumping into someone. Not to mention, I was seated next to a group that was clearly having a heated argument, making it hard to enjoy the evening. It felt more like a cheap diner than a celebratory event. And let’s not forget the music. Oh, the music! It was so loud and inappropriate that I could barely hear myself think. Instead of festive tunes to bring in the New Year, we were subjected to a mix of blaring pop songs and some questionable lyrics that had no place at a party. I just wanted to enjoy a nice atmosphere, but instead, I felt like I was at a rowdy nightclub where no one was having fun. Overall, this New Year’s party was a complete letdown. I left feeling more stressed than when I arrived, and I can’t believe I wasted my time and money on such a poorly executed event. Save yourself the trouble and find a better way to ring in the New Year!
