It's summertime; the sun is shining off the Statue of Liberty, and everyone in New York is looking for reasons to spend time outside. Whether you have an occasion to celebrate or not, hosting a garden party is a great way to spend a sunny and warm afternoon!
One of New York's most famous greenspaces is the grand Central Park in the heart of Manhattan, but that's not the only beautiful outdoor space in the city. On the Giggster app, you can explore stunning garden venues that will be the prime location to host baby showers, birthday parties, corporate events, and summer parties of all kinds.
Browse gorgeous two-floor townhouses with backyard gardens, secluded castles with perfectly manicured estates, massive rooftops with greenery, charming horse farms with rolling hills, and so much more. With so many locations to choose from and venues to cater to every price range, you'll be on your way to planning an incredible garden party event in no time.
Gardens can be a beautiful location to host everything from weddings to casual gatherings. If you're looking for an outdoor setting for your next event, choose one of Giggster's spaces featuring awesome amenities like the ones below.
You deserve to feel like royalty on your special day, so why not book a stunning castle estate? We offer gorgeous luxury chateau venues with lush grounds that make unforgettable settings for any kind of elevated gathering.
Are you organizing an after-work party? Some of our venues have outdoor gardens and indoor spaces, like urban homes and townhouses with backyards. These venues offer privacy and comfort, as well as protection from unexpected weather.
Intimate gatherings often require peace and quiet, and our secluded venues offer just what you need. Book a beautiful cottage or gorgeous mansion in the woods where you can enjoy the company of your guests uninterrupted.
For bigger events, you'll need a large venue, like the unique alpaca farms and horse ranches located on acres of land. These spaces are surrounded by nature and have plenty of space for outdoor activities, too.
Exceptional Variety & Quality: The ultimate garden party venue has lush greenery and natural beauty. The Giggster app is the best place to find these venues featuring 504 incredible spaces in New York.
Hassle-Free Booking: Our app lets you filter venues based on guest capacity, specific features, and location, so whether you want an urban garden tucked away in Brooklyn or a Manhattan rooftop space, it'll be easy to find. Our venue prices start as low as $17/hour.
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: Booking your venue in advance is always recommended, and we make it easy with our free cancellation policy. Select any of our venues, like Modern White-Brick Gallery Space, at least 48 hours before your event to take advantage of free cancellation for the first 24 hours after you receive your booking confirmation.
Platform Protections: Choose your favorite venue and book it with peace of mind. Damage and liability protection, as well as other benefits, are what you can count on when you choose an optional package at checkout.
Our NY spaces can be the perfect match for your event, but there are downsides to hosting your celebration here. Below are some pros and cons that can help you decide if New York is the right destination for your party.
Advantages
NYC is huge with plenty of distinct neighborhoods, but the city's public transit services were designed with expertise that makes getting from one place to another easy. You won't need, or want to, drive a car around these busy streets with the fantastic public transit system.
New York has an impressive amount of greenspaces for such a densely populated metropolis. From huge city parks to hidden gardens, there are many fantastic options for a garden party venue.
Although New York is the birthplace of NY-style pizza, that's just one of the many amazing dishes you can try here. Street food carts, Michelin-starred restaurants, and mom and pop eateries all offer unique foodie offerings.
Disadvantages
New York is known to be a busy city that never sleeps, which means it's also very noisy. If you're hoping to have quiet and intimate gatherings, choose a different city or book a secluded venue away from the bustle of the city center.
Not only is NYC a very expensive place to live, but it also has a fairly high crime rate. Although there are plenty of safe and affordable places to stay, you might end up planning a pretty expensive event in New York.
Unfortunately, it's not sunny year-round as New York experiences cold winter months where snowfall is common, so you'll be restricted to the spring, summer, and fall seasons if you want to host your garden party outside. Although summers in NY are beautiful, they can be hot and humid, so be sure to have refreshing beverages available for your guests.
If you use the Giggster app, you'll have access to many more unique venues than just gardens. Here are some of our one-of-a-kind spaces that'll make memorable garden party venues.
Private Homes with Yards – Party in Comfort and Privacy. Whether you're hosting important meetings or casual parties, having privacy is always important. Book your own urban home venue for an indoor space as well as a charming backyard garden all to yourself.
Farms and Cottages – Perfect for Gatherings Surrounded by Nature. If you really want to be away from the city center and surrounded by greenery, consider renting a farmhouse, log cabin, or vacation cottage. These large spaces are great for bigger gatherings.
Historic Chateaus – Garden Parties You'll Never Forget. If you're hosting your garden party for a special occasion or want to go all out with a unique venue, our historic castles are the perfect choice. These one-of-a-kind locations will guarantee a memorable experience for you and your guests, and also have perfectly maintained grounds.
Colonial Homes and Mansions – Elegant Venues for Elevated Parties. Consider choosing a modern mansion or colonial-style home for a venue with elegance and class. Imagine having your garden party in the shadow of a stunning home and all of its modern amenities.
Rooftop Venues – Host a Party With a View. You're bound to wow your guests by booking a stunning rooftop garden overlooking the city. With some extra flowers and foliage, a rooftop venue can be the ultimate place to have a garden party.
Now that you've got the venue covered, you can start organizing the rest of the event, and there's lots to get done. Here are a few ways to plan a party with a garden theme.
Set Up Your Garden Space – You've booked a gorgeous garden venue from the Giggster app, but how can you make it better? Add more flowers and plants for extra color, chairs and tables for your guests, and string lights for added ambiance.
Decide Who to Invite – Make sure you have people to party with! Finalize your guest list, whether it's family and friends or your work team, and send each person an invite so they know about the event.
Don't Forget Refreshments – With fresh air, sunny weather, and beautiful flowers, the only thing that can make your party even better is refreshments. Have food and drinks available on site for when your guests arrive, or think about booking catering services to serve a whole menu for a bigger event.
Organize Games or Entertainment – Mingling is fun, but if your party is going to last all night, you'll need other ways to entertain your guests. Set up party games, music, and a dance floor, or hire an entertainer to keep your attendees interested all evening.
Sometimes, planning an event while staying within your budget can be challenging. With these tips, saving money isn't difficult at all.
Choose the right sized event space.
Choosing a venue that's sized for your guest count is important; a simple house might not have enough standing room for a big event, but a converted warehouse could be way too big for an intimate party. Browse our venues until you find the perfect location so you're not paying for unused space.
Go DIY for certain aspects.
Getting stunning photos taken by professional photographers, having a DJ to play music, or ordering a caterer for food is a nice way to elevate the event, but it can also be pricey. You can still have a nice party with a BYOB potluck or using a pre-set music playlist and speakers.
Know how to spend your money strategically.
If you budget right, you'll still end up with money to splurge on your event; the trick is knowing what to spend it on! Consider the reason for your party and choose what's important; celebrating a special occasion might call for more decorations, while having a casual get-together might benefit from better snacks instead.
Gardens can be the ideal location for a romantic wedding reception, to celebrate a new life achievement, or even to host a casual party. When you're ready to start planning your next garden party, take a look at the fantastic venues available on the Giggster app.
