Yes, you can absolutely bring your own booze (or bites) to the party. If you’re looking for the best BYO venues New York City has in its five boroughs, Tagvenue’s got you covered. From Brooklyn lofts with pretty views to cozy event spaces in the East Village, we know the local spots that say, “Sure, bring your own!” without skimping on style. Whether it’s a private dinner, an art show, or a birthday bash with your signature cocktail in hand, NYC’s independent spirit shines through in these flexible, fuss-free venues. Keep scrolling. Your kind of party starts here.
The cost of BYO venues averages around $200 hire fee per hour. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in New York City, based on Tagvenue data from August 2026:
| From $120 | to $350 | hire fee per hour |
| From $1500 | to $10500 | hire fee per day |
| From $1000 | to $5000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2026), the best options include:
Midtown Luxe Venue at Ten32
in Garment District - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We brought food and drinks and a few decorations but the space was already quite lovely.’
Multipurpose Space at Event space Little Dreams
in Midtown - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Overall, space is an excellent choice for DJ events or similar gatherings.’
VOLUME - The Mirage Room at VOLUME
in Garment District - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The space had more than enough room for my themed holiday event. Lorenzo was amazing.’
You'll find BYO venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in New York City, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (August 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average $180 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 80 and 115 guests | prices average $170 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 130 guests | prices average $400 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central New York City, available to book on Tagvenue:
Based on Tagvenue data (as of August 2026), users looking for BYO venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Event Venue | prices average $250 hire fee per hour | typically between 75 and 225 guests |
| Loft | prices average $300 hire fee per hour | typically between 50 and 125 guests |
| Bar | prices average $250 hire fee per hour | typically between 50 and 100 guests |
| House | prices average $400 hire fee per hour | typically between 40 and 75 guests |
| Gallery | prices average $10500 hire fee per day | typically between 130 and 150 guests |
Smaller BYO venues usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in New York City, based on Tagvenue data as of August 2026:
Entire Venue at KGB Bar - The Red Room, rated 4.7/5 - bar for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘The space was beautiful. The paintings have been updated since the photos and look amazing in person.’
Spartan Lounge & Event Space at Spartan Bar and Lounge Event Space, rated 5/5 - bar for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘Looking for a venue for your party??’
Loft with Empire State view at Production Loft, rated 4.9/5 - photo studio for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘Great space and was exactly what we needed...’
Cheap BYO venues in New York City start from $1000 minimum spend per event or $75 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of August 2026:
Avenida Rooftop at Avenida Cocina & Cócteles, from $1000 minimum spend per event
(up to 250 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The minimum spend was incredibly reasonable and attainable.’
Throne Room at VOLUME, from $75 hire fee per hour
(up to 40 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘This place was absolutely perfect for our event (tech meetup). Lorenzo was very accommodating and responsive.’
Whole Venue at Above The Notes, from $200 hire fee per day
(up to 30 guests standing)
Venue said: Our venue is a bright and cheerful space with lots of natural light coming through the windows. The rooms have wooden floors and are decorated with simple but fun details, like musical notes on the walls and colorful posters.
Page last updated in August 2026
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