214 Franklin Street, Greenpoint, Brooklyn

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A first dance at night on the rooftop at The Box House Hotel, with the skyline behind

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Events

Hosting an event in Brooklyn? Our family runs two venues near the hotel: the rooftop at The Box House Hotel in Greenpoint and VESPER on the Williamsburg waterfront.

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Two venues, one family

Weddings, corporate events and private parties in Brooklyn

The Franklin does not host events on site, but our two sister venues do. Both are run by Room 11 Hospitality, the same family behind the hotel and MADRE, and both are a short ride from your suite.

The rooftop at The Box House Hotel set with a floral arch and lounge seating, the skyline behind

77 Box Street · Greenpoint

The rooftop at The Box House Hotel

A fully retractable rooftop on top of our sister hotel, with views of the New York City skyline. The Box House Events team runs weddings, corporate events and private parties from the first tour to the last song of the night.

✓ A roof that opens to the sky or closes completely

✓ MICHELIN-recognized catering with seasonal menus

✓ In-house planners and designers, plus day-of coordination

✓ Sound, lighting and video handled in-house

✓ The Knot Best of Weddings 2026 and Hall of Fame, WeddingWire Couples' Choice 2026

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25 Kent Avenue, 4th Floor · Williamsburg waterfront

15,000 square feet on the waterfront

VESPER is a luxury event venue with 15-foot ceilings, panoramic Manhattan skyline views and room for up to 400 guests seated or 800 standing. It has hosted weddings, galas, fashion shows and full concerts.

✓ Two rooms in one: a retractable wall divides the floor for a ceremony and a reception, or a rain plan

✓ A rooftop with a full bar, fire pits and lounge furniture for cocktail hour, photos and the afterparty

✓ Catering by MADRE, stationed, passed, plated or family-style

✓ Loading dock and freight elevator, with no permit or time restrictions on load-in

✓ In-house AV and production by Room 11 Productions

✓ The Knot Best of Weddings 2026 and WeddingWire Couples' Choice 2026

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VESPER set for a gala at dusk, with the Manhattan skyline through the windows

A wedding ceremony on the Box House rooftop

Long banquet tables under hanging greenery on the Box House rooftop

A wedding reception with long tables at VESPER

The lounge at VESPER with the Manhattan skyline behind

Staying for an event

Coming to a wedding or event at either venue? Book a loft suite at the Franklin and you are a short ride from both. Suites sleep two to four guests and have their own kitchens, and MADRE is downstairs.

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Group bookings

Due to our size, we are unable to accept group reservations. Over two reservations under the same party & credentials are considered a group booking, and group bookings are subject to be moved to our sister properties or canceled. For room blocks, please reach out to The Box House Hotel: groups@theboxhousehotel.com.

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Event inquiries

Tell us about your event

Choose the venue you have in mind and your details go straight to its team. Not sure which one fits? Both are run by the same family, and you can tour both in one visit.

77 Box Street · Greenpoint

Inquire with Box House Events

The retractable rooftop at The Box House Hotel.

hostyourevent@theboxhousehotel.com

25 Kent Avenue · Williamsburg

Inquire with VESPER

The 15,000 square foot venue on the Williamsburg waterfront.

(347) 232-8889 · vesper.events

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