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Midtown Event Hall 16AB at Love Studios NYC

Name: Midtown Event Hall 16AB at Love Studios NYC
Address: 545 8th Avenue, New York, NY, 10018, US
Price range: from $220 hire fee / per hour
Rating: 4.9

Event Space in a Photo Studio

Whole venue

About this space

A bright, expansive event loft in Manhattan's Garment District, used for large-scale productions, corporate events, fashion presentations, pop-up showrooms, conferences, networking events, holiday parties, weddings, and private celebrations. The Midtown event hall combines two studio spaces into one venue, with a flexible open floor plan that can be set up for a range of events.

The space has plenty of natural daylight through large windows, high ceilings, modern interiors, and multiple layout options for seated dinners, cocktail receptions, conferences, workshops, and creative productions. It works for brand activations, product launches, company off-sites, bridal showers, birthday celebrations, and photo and video productions.

Guests have access to the entire loft during their booking, including studio amenities, high-speed Wi-Fi, makeup and styling areas, furniture, freight and passenger elevators, concierge service, and private restroom access. Additional production equipment, event rentals, and studio services can be arranged on request.

Located steps from Penn Station, Port Authority, Herald Square, Times Square, and the Empire State Building, with access to all major subway lines and regional transport.

Event offers and packages

Host your next conference, seminar, or corporate gathering in a spacious Midtown Manhattan loft designed to inspire collaboration and productivity. The Executive Conference Package provides seating for up to 80 attendees with flexible room layouts for keynote presentations, educational seminars, networking sessions, workshops, and executive meetings. The venue's abundant natural daylight, open floor plan, and modern design create a comfortable and professional environment for both speakers and attendees. Conveniently located near Penn Station, 16AB offers easy access for local and out-of-town guests while providing the flexibility needed for successful business events.

Executive Conference Package (Up to 80 Guests)

$1695 total

Host conferences, corporate presentations, training programs, seminars, networking events, and company meetings in a bright Midtown Manhattan loft designed for professional gatherings.

Package Includes
✓ 6-hour private venue rental
✓ Up to 80 guests
✓ Eight (8) 6ft x 3ft banquet tables included
✓ Eighty (80) beige folding chairs included
✓ Flexible room layouts
✓ Theatre, Classroom, Boardroom, Cabaret, or U-Shape configurations
✓ Registration/check-in area
✓ Speaker presentation area
✓ High-speed WiFi
✓ Private restroom access
✓ Freight elevator access
✓ Passenger elevators
✓ Walking distance to Penn Station

Perfect For
• Conferences
• Corporate Meetings
• Company Off-sites
• Executive Presentations
• Training Sessions
• Educational Seminars
• Networking Events
• Product Launches
• Industry Panels
• Professional Workshops

Venue Highlights
• Spacious open loft
• Bright natural daylight
• Oversized windows
• High ceilings
• Flexible conference layouts
• Modern minimalist interior
• Midtown Manhattan location

Outside caterers, AV companies, production teams, photographers, videographers, decorators, and event planners are welcome.

Host a memorable corporate event in a bright and modern Midtown Manhattan loft designed for networking, client entertainment, executive gatherings, and company celebrations. The Executive Corporate Hospitality Package provides a flexible venue with room for up to 60 guests, allowing for cocktail receptions, seated dinners, presentations, product launches, and appreciation events. The spacious open layout, abundant natural daylight, and contemporary design create a polished environment that reflects your brand while offering guests a comfortable and memorable experience. Conveniently located near Penn Station, the venue provides easy access for clients, colleagues, and business partners traveling from throughout New York City.

Executive Corporate Hospitality Package (Up to 60 Guests)

$1695 total

Host clients, executives, investors, and colleagues in a bright Midtown Manhattan loft designed for premium corporate hospitality events, networking receptions, product launches, and client appreciation gatherings.

Package Includes
✓ 5-hour private venue rental
✓ Up to 60 guests
✓ Six (6) 6ft x 3ft banquet tables included
✓ Sixty (60) beige folding chairs included
✓ Flexible networking and reception layouts
✓ Registration or welcome table
✓ Catering and beverage station area
✓ Space for presentations or speeches
✓ Beautiful natural daylight
✓ High-speed WiFi
✓ Private restroom access
✓ Freight elevator access
✓ Passenger elevators
✓ Walking distance to Penn Station

Perfect For
• Corporate Hospitality
• Client Appreciation Events
• Networking Receptions
• Executive Gatherings
• Investor Meetings
• Product Launches
• Team Celebrations
• Company Milestones
• Holiday Receptions
• Business Mixers

Venue Highlights
• Spacious open loft
• Beautiful natural daylight
• Oversized windows
• High ceilings
• Flexible event layouts
• Modern minimalist interior
• Midtown Manhattan location

Outside caterers, bartenders, AV providers, photographers, videographers, decorators, musicians, DJs, and event planners are welcome.

Celebrate your engagement in a bright and sophisticated Midtown Manhattan loft designed for unforgettable gatherings with family and friends. The Luxury Engagement Celebration package offers a spacious venue with abundant natural daylight, flexible seating arrangements, and room for up to 60 guests. Whether you're planning an elegant cocktail reception, champagne toast, engagement dinner, or family celebration, the venue can easily accommodate dining tables, dessert displays, floral installations, gift tables, and entertainment. The clean modern design creates a timeless backdrop that can be personalized to match your unique style while providing an exceptional experience in the heart of New York City.

Luxury Engagement Celebration (Up to 60 Guests)

$1595 total

Celebrate your engagement in a bright and elegant Midtown Manhattan loft designed for unforgettable cocktail receptions, champagne toasts, family gatherings, and engagement celebrations.

Package Includes
✓ 5-hour private venue rental

✓ Up to 60 guests
✓ Six (6) 6ft x 3ft banquet tables included
✓ Sixty (60) beige folding chairs included
✓ Flexible cocktail and dining layouts
✓ Champagne toast area
✓ Dessert & cake display
✓ Gift table
✓ Space for a DJ or dance floor
✓ Beautiful natural daylight
✓ High-speed WiFi
✓ Private restroom access
✓ Freight elevator access
✓ Passenger elevators
✓ Walking distance to Penn Station

Perfect For
• Engagement Parties
• Surprise Proposal Celebrations
• Champagne Receptions
• Family Introductions
• Cocktail Parties
• Anniversary Celebrations
• Wedding Weekend Gatherings

Venue Highlights
• Spacious open loft
• Beautiful natural daylight
• Oversized windows
• High ceilings
• Flexible event layouts
• Modern minimalist interior
• Midtown Manhattan location

Outside caterers, bartenders, decorators, florists, photographers, musicians, DJs, and event planners are welcome.

16AB Luxury Baby Shower Package

$1295 total

4 Hour Baby Shower Celebration Package

Celebrate your special day in one of Midtown Manhattan's brightest and most versatile event venues. The 16AB Luxury Baby Shower Package is perfect for elegant brunches, family gatherings, gender reveals, and stylish baby shower celebrations.

Package Includes:
✅ Exclusive use of the entire 16AB event hall for 4 hours.
✅ Four (4) 6ft x 3ft banquet tables.
✅ Up to 40 banquet chairs included.
✅ Flexible open layout for dining, games, gift opening, and socializing.
✅ Dedicated area for a dessert station, gift table, or balloon backdrop.
✅ Beautiful natural daylight with oversized windows.
✅ High-speed WiFi.
✅ Freight and passenger elevator access.
✅ Private restroom access.
✅ Prime Midtown Manhattan location near Penn Station.

Perfect For:
• Baby Showers
• Gender Reveal Parties
• Family Brunches
• Sip & See Celebrations
• Children's Celebrations
• Elegant Private Events

Outside catering, desserts, florists, decorators, and balloon artists are welcome. Additional hours may be added based on availability.

Celebrate the bride-to-be in a bright and elegant Midtown Manhattan loft designed for unforgettable bridal showers and pre-wedding celebrations. The Luxury Bridal Shower Celebration package offers a spacious venue with abundant natural daylight, flexible seating arrangements, and room for up to 60 guests. Whether you're planning a champagne brunch, elegant luncheon, afternoon tea, or stylish garden-inspired shower, the venue provides the perfect setting for beautifully decorated dining tables, dessert displays, floral installations, gift tables, and memorable photo opportunities. The clean, modern design allows you to personalize the space to reflect your unique style while creating a warm and sophisticated atmosphere for family and friends.

Luxury Bridal Shower Celebration (Up to 60 Guests)

$1595 total

Celebrate the bride-to-be in a bright and elegant Midtown Manhattan loft designed for unforgettable bridal showers, champagne brunches, afternoon teas, and pre-wedding celebrations.

Package Includes
✓ 5-hour private venue rental
✓ Up to 60 guests
✓ Six (6) 6ft x 3ft banquet tables included
✓ Sixty (60) beige folding chairs included
✓ Flexible dining and lounge layouts
✓ Bridal cake & dessert display area
✓ Gift table
✓ Space for a floral backdrop and photo area
✓ Beautiful natural daylight
✓ High-speed WiFi
✓ Private restroom access
✓ Freight elevator access
✓ Passenger elevators
✓ Walking distance to Penn Station

Perfect For
• Bridal Showers
• Wedding Showers
• Champagne Brunches
• Bridal Luncheons
• Engagement Celebrations
• Wedding Weekend Events
• Family Gatherings

Venue Highlights
• Spacious open loft
• Beautiful natural daylight
• Oversized windows
• High ceilings
• Modern minimalist interior
• Flexible event layouts
• Midtown Manhattan location

Outside caterers, florists, decorators, photographers, balloon artists, musicians, and event planners are welcome.

Celebrate your birthday in a bright and elegant Midtown Manhattan loft designed for memorable gatherings with family and friends. The Luxury Birthday Celebration package offers a spacious venue with abundant natural daylight, flexible seating arrangements, and room for up to 60 guests. Whether you're planning a stylish brunch, elegant dinner, cocktail reception, or lively evening celebration, the venue can easily accommodate dining tables, dessert displays, gift tables, entertainment, and dancing. Its clean modern design allows you to personalize the space for any birthday theme while creating a sophisticated and welcoming atmosphere.

Luxury Birthday Celebration (Up to 60 Guests)

$1495 total

Celebrate your special occasion in a spacious Midtown Manhattan loft designed for unforgettable birthday parties, milestone celebrations, and private gatherings.

Package Includes

✓ 5-hour private venue rental
✓ Up to 60 guests
✓ Six (6) 6ft x 3ft banquet tables included
✓ Sixty (60) beige folding chairs included
✓ Flexible dining and party layouts
✓ Dedicated birthday cake & dessert display area
✓ Gift table
✓ Space for a DJ or dance floor
✓ Beautiful natural daylight
✓ High-speed WiFi
✓ Private restroom access
✓ Freight elevator access
✓ Passenger elevators
✓ Walking distance to Penn Station

Perfect For

• Adult Birthday Parties
• 30th Birthday Celebrations
• 40th Birthday Celebrations
• 50th Birthday Parties
• Milestone Birthdays
• Family Gatherings
• Cocktail Parties
• Dinner Celebrations

Venue Highlights

• Spacious open loft
• Bright natural daylight
• Oversized windows
• High ceilings
• Modern minimalist interior
• Flexible event layouts
• Midtown Manhattan location

Outside caterers, bartenders, DJs, decorators, photographers, florists, entertainers, and event planners are welcome.

Bring your team together in a bright and modern Midtown Manhattan loft designed for productive meetings and professional collaboration. The Executive Meeting & Workshop Package provides a flexible venue for up to 60 attendees, with multiple room configurations for executive meetings, workshops, training sessions, presentations, and company off-sites. Abundant natural daylight, high ceilings, and a spacious open layout create an inspiring environment that keeps attendees comfortable and engaged throughout the day. Conveniently located just minutes from Penn Station, the venue offers easy access for local and out-of-town guests while providing the flexibility needed for successful corporate events.

Executive Meeting & Workshop Package (Up to 60 Guests)

$1595 total

Host productive meetings, workshops, training sessions, presentations, and company off-sites in a spacious Midtown Manhattan loft designed for collaboration and professional events.

Package Includes
✓ 5-hour private venue rental
✓ Up to 60 attendees
✓ Six (6) 6ft x 3ft conference tables included
✓ Sixty (60) beige folding chairs included
✓ Flexible room layouts
✓ Boardroom, Classroom, Theatre, U-Shape, Cabaret, or Workshop configurations
✓ Registration/check-in area
✓ Presentation area
✓ High-speed WiFi
✓ Private restroom access
✓ Freight elevator access
✓ Passenger elevators
✓ Walking distance to Penn Station

Perfect For
• Executive Meetings
• Corporate Meetings
• Company Off-sites
• Workshops
• Team Training
• Strategy Sessions
• Client Presentations
• Product Demonstrations
• Educational Seminars
• Networking Events

Venue Highlights
• Spacious open loft
• Beautiful natural daylight
• Oversized windows
• High ceilings
• Flexible meeting layouts
• Modern minimalist interior
• Midtown Manhattan location

Outside catering, coffee service, AV companies, production teams, photographers, and meeting planners are welcome.

Create premium photo and video content in a bright Midtown Manhattan studio designed for professional productions of every size. The Premium Photo & Video Studio package offers a spacious open layout, abundant natural daylight, oversized windows, and a full range of included professional lighting equipment to support fashion editorials, beauty campaigns, commercial advertising, product photography, interviews, and video productions. With dedicated styling areas, seamless workflow, and flexible shooting spaces, the studio provides everything needed for an efficient production day in one of New York City's premier creative districts.

Premium Photo & Video Studio (Up to 30 Crew Members)

$1295 total

Create exceptional photo and video content in a spacious Midtown Manhattan daylight studio designed for commercial productions, fashion editorials, advertising campaigns, interviews, content creation, and branded events.

Package Includes

✓ 5-hour private studio rental
✓ Exclusive use of the entire 16AB studio
✓ Professional lighting equipment included
✓ Light modifiers included
✓ Rolling stands included
✓ V-Flats included
✓ Makeup & styling station
✓ Garment racks & steamers
✓ High-speed WiFi
✓ Freight elevator access
✓ Passenger elevators
✓ Private restroom access
✓ Walking distance to Penn Station

LIGHTS
6 x Flashpoint Xplor 600 Pro II Monolight
2 x Nanlite FS 300 Bi-color LED continuous light
2 x Universal Remote trigger

LIGHT MODIFIERS
2 x Glow Profond Quick-Open 47.2" Deep Parabolic Softbox
2 x Glow Profond Quick-Open 28" Deep Parabolic Softbox
2 x Glow EZ Lock 12x56" Quick Strip Softbox With Bowens Mount
2 x 7"Reflector bowl
4 x V-flats

STANDS
2 x Medium roller with arm
6 x Rolling stand
2 x Heavy Duty Impact background stands
1 x Impact HD crossbar

STYLIST & Makeup UTILITIES
30 Hangers
2 x Garment Rack
2 x Steamer
2 x Professional Make up Station on Wheels with Hollywood Vanity lights

MISCELLANEOUS
3 x Velvet couches
2 x Velvet chair
2 x Coffee table
4 x Directors Chair
4 x Stools on wheels
8 x Sandbags
2 x Apple box
2 x Portable JBL speaker with Bluetooth and Aux
8 x A-Clamps
2 x Heavy duty extension cords
2 x Paper tape
2 x Paper blade

Perfect For

• Fashion Photography
• Beauty Campaigns
• Commercial Productions
• Product Photography
• E-Commerce
• Editorial Shoots
• Video Productions
• Interviews
• Social Media Content
• Brand Campaigns
• Lookbooks
• Casting Sessions

Studio Highlights

• Large open shooting area
• Beautiful natural daylight
• Oversized industrial windows
• High ceilings
• Professional production equipment included
• Makeup & styling area
• Flexible furniture layouts
• Midtown Manhattan location

Outside stylists, makeup artists, set designers, production crews, florists, prop stylists, and catering are welcome.

Prices

Sunday

6:00 am – 6:00 am

from $235–$620 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 6:00 pm

from $235

Per hour

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

from $360

Per hour

9:00 pm – 11:30 pm

from $435

Per hour

11:30 pm – 2:00 am

from $545

Per hour

2:00 am – 6:00 am

from $620

Note: All prices include sales tax.

Monday

6:00 am – 6:00 am

from $220–$600 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 6:00 pm

from $220

Per hour

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

from $340

Per hour

9:00 pm – 11:30 pm

from $415

Per hour

11:30 pm – 2:00 am

from $525

Per hour

2:00 am – 6:00 am

from $600

Note: All prices include sales tax.

Tuesday

6:00 am – 6:00 am

from $220–$600 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 6:00 pm

from $220

Per hour

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

from $340

Per hour

9:00 pm – 11:30 pm

from $415

Per hour

11:30 pm – 2:00 am

from $525

Per hour

2:00 am – 6:00 am

from $600

Note: All prices include sales tax.

Wednesday

6:00 am – 6:00 am

from $220–$600 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 6:00 pm

from $220

Per hour

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

from $340

Per hour

9:00 pm – 11:30 pm

from $415

Per hour

11:30 pm – 2:00 am

from $525

Per hour

2:00 am – 6:00 am

from $600

Note: All prices include sales tax.

Thursday

6:00 am – 6:00 am

from $220–$600 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 6:00 pm

from $220

Per hour

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

from $340

Per hour

9:00 pm – 11:30 pm

from $415

Per hour

11:30 pm – 2:00 am

from $525

Per hour

2:00 am – 6:00 am

from $600

Note: All prices include sales tax.

Friday

6:00 am – 6:00 am

from $245–$640 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 6:00 pm

from $245

Per hour

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

from $375

Per hour

9:00 pm – 11:30 pm

from $450

Per hour

11:30 pm – 2:00 am

from $565

Per hour

2:00 am – 6:00 am

from $640

Note: All prices include sales tax.

Saturday

6:00 am – 6:00 am

from $265–$675 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 6:00 pm

from $265

Per hour

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

from $415

Per hour

9:00 pm – 11:30 pm

from $490

Per hour

11:30 pm – 2:00 am

from $600

Per hour

2:00 am – 6:00 am

from $675

Note: All prices include sales tax.

Best price guarantee

Minimum booking duration: 7 hours

Add-ons

Capacity

Standing

up to 100

Dining

up to 76

Theatre

up to 80

Boardroom

up to 40

Cabaret

up to 60

U-Shaped

up to 60

Classroom

up to 80

Catering and drinks

Facilities

Air conditioner

Free on-street parking

Paid parking facilities available nearby

Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Accessibility

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed after 12:00 am

Host rules

OVERTIME
• Overtime is billed at 1.5× your contracted hourly rate and is subject to availability.

GUEST COUNT
• Please provide an accurate guest count before your event. Pricing and venue setup may vary based on the number of attendees.

BOOKING TIME
• Your reserved time must include setup, decorating, vendor load-in, breakdown, and cleanup. Please book enough time to comfortably complete your event.

NO SMOKING
❌ Smoking or vaping is not permitted anywhere inside the building or studio.

NO SPECIAL EFFECTS
❌ Confetti, glitter, smoke machines, fog machines, pyrotechnics, open flames, or similar special effects are not permitted without prior written approval.

RESPECT THE SPACE
• Please treat the venue and building with care and respect.
• Any excessive damage, stains, or extraordinary cleaning requirements may result in additional charges.

NOISE POLICY
❌ Please be mindful of our neighbors. Excessive noise or amplified music that generates complaints from building management may require the volume to be reduced or the event to end early. (Nights and weekends are not an issue)

TRASH & CLEANUP
• Please remove all decorations and personal belongings at the end of your event.
• Bagged trash may be placed in the designated building trash area. Please do not leave loose garbage inside the studio.

FOOD & CATERING
✅ Outside food and licensed caterers are welcome.
• Please ensure that all food, beverages, and decorations are removed before departure.

ALCOHOL
✅ Alcohol is permitted for private events with responsible adult supervision. The host is solely responsible for complying with all applicable laws and regulations regarding the service and consumption of alcohol. (Corkage fee for BYO alcohol applies)

BE A GREAT GUEST
❤️ We want you to enjoy the space and create amazing memories. Please leave the studio in the same condition you found it so we can continue providing a beautiful venue for everyone.