Music For A While - Listening Bar and Lounge

518 W 27th st, New York, NY
Capacity: 300 people

About Music For A While - Listening Bar and Lounge

Music for a While – A Sleek, Versatile Underground Venue Tucked beneath our hotel in Chelsea, Music for a While offers a beautifully curated dual-space venue designed for unforgettable gatherings. With its warm ambiance, impeccable acoustics, and built-in sound system, it’s the perfect setting for intimate concerts, immersive nightlife experiences, and effortlessly cool DJ sets—whether digital or vinyl. This dynamic space adapts to your vision, making it ideal for everything from private meetings, corporate gatherings, networking events and cocktail hours to birthday celebrations, fashion shows, and lively receptions. Host a chic seated dinner, a buzzing networking event, or an all-night dance party—whether separate or combined, our two spaces accommodate events for 100 to 250 guests. Our expert Israeli chef and full-service kitchen bring your culinary dreams to life, offering everything from elegant prix-fixe dinners and family-style feasts to casual grazing stations and passed appetizers. Pair it all with our handcrafted cocktails, a premium open bar, or even a themed drink menu made just for your event. Feeling extra? Ask about our bottomless mimosa & Bloody Mary stations or keep it classic with a curated wine & beer selection. No matter the occasion, Music for a While sets the scene for a one-of-a-kind celebration. Let’s make some magic together. https://musicforawhile.nyc/

Event Pricing

Off-Peak Hours & Weekday Rentals
Attendees: 0-250 | $2,500 - $10,000 /event
Pricing for all event types
Weekend, Partial Venue, 1 Room Rental
Attendees: 0-150 | $5,000 - $10,000 /event
Pricing for all event types
Weekend Full Venue, Both Rooms Rental
Attendees: 0-250 | $10,000 - $15,000 /event
Pricing for all event types

Event Spaces

Music for a While - Listening Lounge and Bar
Music for a While - Listening Lounge and Bar
Neighborhood
Venue Types
Amenities
  • ADA/ACA Accessible
  • Full Bar/Lounge
  • Fully Equipped Kitchen
  • On-Site Catering Service
  • Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
  • Max Number of People for an Event: 300
  • Number of Event/Function Spaces: 2
  • Special Features: Elevate your corporate event or celebration with our exclusive Buyout Packages, featuring a premium open bar, bespoke cocktails and bottomless mimosa/ bloody mary stations, surrounded by the beauty of our indoor spaces and outdoor terraces.
  • Year Renovated: 2024