Corporate Events

The ideal waterfront event venue in the heart of New York City for client dinners, company celebrations, holiday parties, fundraisers, launch events, and full-scale corporate gatherings.

Whether you’re hosting a holiday party, client appreciation dinner, executive retreat, networking reception, fundraising gala, or company-wide celebration, The Sanctuary offers the flexibility, service, and atmosphere to bring it all together beautifully.

Located on the Roosevelt Island waterfront, our venue combines dramatic skyline views, expansive indoor-outdoor flow, chef-driven catering, premium bar service, and dedicated event support in one unforgettable setting.

Why The Sanctuary?

We offer a range of corporate event formats, from streamlined cocktail-style gatherings to fully customized full-venue buyouts. Every event is tailored to guest count, flow, food and beverage selections, and the overall experience you want to create.

Private Waterfront Setting

An exclusive East River setting with sweeping Manhattan skyline views that instantly elevates client events, company celebrations, and branded experiences.

Indoor + Outdoor Event Flow

Host presentations, cocktail hour, dinner, and after-party moments across multiple distinct spaces, all in one venue.

Flexible Guest Capacity

From intimate executive dinners to full-scale receptions and galas, our 16,000+ square foot venue can be tailored to your guest count, flow, and event format.

Built-In AV + Event Infrastructure

We offer integrated AV capabilities and flexible event layouts to support speeches, presentations, entertainment, branded moments, and more.

Chef-Curated Food & Beverage

From cocktail-style receptions and grazing displays to wood-fired pizza, plated dinners, and custom menus, our culinary program is designed around your event.

Dedicated Planning Support

Our team handles setup, service, coordination, and logistics so you can stay focused on your guests, your clients, and your event goals.

Event Packages

We offer a range of corporate event formats, from streamlined cocktail-style gatherings to fully customized full-venue buyouts. Every event is tailored to guest count, flow, food and beverage selections, and the overall experience you want to create.

Essential - Tier I

4 hour event, $100 per guest

  • Cocktail Reception with Passed Hors d'Oeuvres

  • Premium Open Bar Package

  • Chef Curated Stations 

  • Wood-Fired Pizza

  • Full Venue Setup

  • Service Staff

Ideal for shorter-format company gatherings, happy hours, networking receptions, and casual team celebrations.

Signature - Tier II

6 hour premium event, $189 per guest

Everything in the Essential Package, plus:

  • Multi-Course Plated Dinner

  • Enhanced Premium Bar Program

  • A/V Setup

  • Dance Floor

A more elevated experience for client events, holiday parties, donor dinners, and polished company celebrations.

Premier - Tier III

Custom pricing

Everything in the Signature Package, plus:

  • Meeting → Reception → Dinner → After-Party

  • Custom Menu & Beverage Design

  • Dedicated Production Manager

  • Branding & Media Placement Options

Our most customizable option for full-day or large-scale events that may include meetings, cocktails, dinner, presentations, entertainment, and after-party programming.

For pricing, availability, and a tailored proposal, please inquire with your event details. We’re happy to build around your guest count, timeline, and vision.

Included in Every Experience:

16,000+ Sq. Ft. Waterfront Venue
Full access to our iconic East River property

Tables, Chairs, Linens & Serviceware
All furniture setup and breakdown handled by our team

Professional event staff
Experienced, client-focused team throughout your event

Integrated AV infrastructure
Built-in audiovisual for presentations and entertainment

Weather-Ready Indoor & Outdoor Setup
Rain or shine, fully equipped for all conditions

Event insurance coverage
Full coverage included at no additional cost

The Perfect Venue for Your Industry

Trusted by universities, law firms, media companies and more, The Sanctuary is designed to flex across a wide range of professional and social event formats.

Finance & Professional Services

Ideal for investment banks, law firms, consulting firms, and family offices. Popular for client receptions, partner dinners, board retreats, and holiday galas.

Best fit for Tier II & Tier III events

Fashion, Film & Creative

Ideal for production companies, fashion houses, studios, and creative agencies. Often used for film shoots, wrap parties, fashion shows, and brand launch events.

Best suited for Tier III full buyouts

Universities & Nonprofits

A strong fit for academic institutions, research centers, foundations, and associations. Common events include alumni galas, faculty retreats, fundraisers, and award ceremonies.

Best fit for Tier I & Tier II events

Tech, Media & Startups

Great for tech companies, ad agencies, publishers, and media brands. Well suited for product launches, investor events, team offsites, and brand activations.

Available across all event tiers

Whether your event is relationship-driven, celebratory, or production-heavy, our team can help build the right experience for your guests.

Ready to book your event? We’d love to hear from you!

events@thesanctuaryri.com

917-566-6024 (text/call)

851 Main St, New York NY 10044