The Space at 501 Union Brooklyn
Cocktail Lounge
1,400 sq ft of mingling room around a 15 ft Carrara marble top bar, detailed woodwork, brass fixtures, and a lustrous white tin ceiling lit with suspended pendant fixtures on dimmers.
Covered Atrium
1,400 sq ft covered atrium with seasonal plantings and walls of glass that open up to Union Street. This area is ideal for ceremony seating and socializing extending from the lounge.
Reception Hall
3,500 sq ft space featuring a lofted ceiling with a custom-built 50 ft skylight and 15ft Carrara marble top bar. Wrapped in exposed brick and hardwoods, the room is illuminated by Jason Miller Modo chandeliers and sconces on individual dimmers.
VIP Suite
The VIP Suite at 501 Union offers a private, beautifully designed retreat for clients, wedding parties, or talent. Complete with a private restroom, vanity area, and lounge seating, it provides the perfect place to relax, get ready, or regroup before and during your event.
Brooklyn's Premier Event Venue
From intimate dinners to large-scale activations, our flexible spaces and expert team transform every vision into reality
Space Details
Every event rental at 501 Union includes use of our beautifully designed spaces, on-site support from our team, and access to essential amenities. From furniture and cleaning to day-of coordination and rentals, everything you need for a seamless event is right here.
- Cocktail Reception: Up to 400 guests
- Seated Dinner + Dance Floor: Up to 140–160 guests
- Theatre Style in The Atrium: Up to 150 guests
- Theatre Style in The Main Space: Up to 250 guests
Our comprehensive staffing packages ensure a seamless experience from start to finish. Each booking includes a designated Venue Manager, a professional cleaning team throughout the event, and a doorman/security guard for guest arrival and safety.We offer additional staffing options such as bartenders and coat check attendants to fully customize your event.
We allow outside caterers, but highly recommend starting with our preferred list — these trusted partners know the venue inside and out and are familiar with our service standards and logistics. We’re happy to accommodate other caterers, including restaurants, food trucks, and drop-off services, as long as they provide a Certificate of Insurance (COI) naming 499 Union Inc. as additionally insured. Please ask our team for more specific instructions when it comes to insurance.
All beverage service at 501 Union will be exclusively provided through our in-house bar program. There are several tiers and options that cater to different needs of our clients. Our packages offer your guests a hand-selected assortment of local and popular options as well as our expertise in service. We are happy to customize a cocktail program for your event!
501 Union provides a curated collection of in-house furnishings, with ample flexibility to personalize your event design. From timeless staples to custom statement pieces, we’ll help you create the perfect look and flow.
Reach out to our team for the full list of available furniture and rental upgrades.
501 Union is equipped with an in-house sound system and a built in projection system. Based upon the needs of your wedding, an in-house A/V technician familiar with our systems may be required at an additional fee.