Rent the perfect unique holiday party venue in New York

Tucked behind a private door on Rivington Street, Ray's brings a shot of downtown character to Christmas party planning instead of another beige function room. Take over the whole space for "Downstairs at Ray's" and you get a shag-carpet entrance, plaid-lined walls, a fireplace, and your own private bar — enough room for up to 125 guests standing or 60 seated. It's more of a well-loved den – a la That 70s Show – than your typical corporate party venue. For something more intimate, the main bar area holds 65 standing or 30 seated, set among a disco ball, pool table, and vintage lounge furnishings that give the place its dive-bar-meets-living-room feel.

Looking to par-tee it up this Christmas? Want a unique venue fore a holiday party? Hope to bogey with your friends on the dance floor? Okay, that's enough. But really – whether you're a seasoned golfer who misses the course or just want to get drunk and swing a club around, consider XGolf Brooklyn for your holiday party this year. Host in one of their multiple bay areas, lounges, and private zones, complete with a full bar, curated food menu, and built-in entertainment. Not a golfer? There's darts, pool, shuffleboards, and TVs if you prefer to watch the action happen elsewhere.

XGolf Brooklyn can host up to 350 guests for large events, and flexible packages are available for smaller events.

The holiday season is for letting loose. Where else to do so than a giant, boozy playground? Randolph Beer in DUMBO is a massive brew pub and game room perfect for anything from casual gatherings to larger company holiday parties.

There are five private event spaces. On the Brew Pub side, you'll find the cozy lounge-like Study (max. 40) and the Mezzanine Overlook (max. 40). If you're looking to game the night away, Arcade Alley (max. 30), Corner Court (max. 40), and the Courtside Landing (max. 40) are the way to go.

Catering involves light bites and mini mains like sliders, loaded nachos, and taquitos, and you can order a party tub of drinks to keep welcome drinks stress-free until the party gets going.

Boat parties aren't just for the summer. Horizon's Edge Yacht (also known as Hamptons on the Hudson) offers you a taste of summer, even in the middle of NYC winter. At 175 feet long and a 600-person capacity, Horizon's Edge features three decks and a sky lounge, with plenty of interior space for those cold Northeastern nights. With three – yes, three – bars, modern furnishings, and a dance floor, you'll forget you're even on a boat.

Everyone has a favorite Christmas film. Whether it's an ABC Family classic or a questionable Netflix original, you'll probably be forcing your friends to watch it with you. Where else to do that than a private screening room, when no one can steal the remote? The Wythe Hotel in Williamsburg has an intimate screening room for up to 40 guests, along with an attached speakeasy-style bar. The original brick walls, vaulted ceiling, and vintage velvet chairs bring a cozy vibe to a cold December evening, and you've even got your own entrance on Wythe Avenue. And in case things don't go to plan, there are A/V technicians available in-house, so nothing can get in the way of Christmas cheer.