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About The Water Club
The Water Club sits on two barges moored along the East River, offering a unique waterfront setting for weddings, galas, and celebrity-hosted events in New York City. Although the venue is permanently closed since 2024 and no longer operating as The Water Club, this guide provides a thorough overview of the space, its historical layout, and nearby options to help planners, guests, and affiliates navigate related venues and alternatives in the area.
Location and access: 500 E 30th St, New York, NY 10016, along the FDR East River corridor between 29th and 32nd Streets. While the space no longer hosts events, the description reflects the established layout and practical considerations from years of operations, including transport links and nearby accommodation options.
Past events at The Water Club highlighted its versatility, with distinct sub-spaces such as South Barge, Upper Deck, North Barge, River Room, and the Outside Bar. For planning future events in the area, we’ve highlighted nearby hotels like Martha Washington/Hotel Thirty Thirty and Hotel Seville NoMad, along with affiliate partners that can assist with hospitality arrangements. If you’re seeking a similar waterside ambiance, consider other NYC waterfront venues that offer comparable space configurations and transportation access. We’ve got you covered with practical insights and connections to help your event secure suitable accommodations and dining nearby.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 500 E 30th St, New York, NY 10016, on two barges moored on the East River between 29th and 32nd Streets.
- Venue type: waterfront restaurant and private events space with multiple rooms/spaces (South Barge, Upper Deck, North Barge, River Room, Outside Bar).
- Capacity (historic): Entire space max reception ~685; max seated ~460; sub-spaces included South Barge (220 seated), Upper Deck (70 seated), North Barge (140 seated), River Room (250 seated), Outside Bar/Crows Nest (100 seated).
- Parking: no on-site parking; valet available; nearby public parking options include surface lots and garages within a few blocks.
- Transit: located along the FDR Drive East River corridor; served by local bus routes and near Waterside Plaza; easy access to Manhattan cross-streets and highways.
- Nearby hotels: Martha Washington/Hotel Thirty Thirty at 30 East 29th Street; Hotel Seville NoMad at 22 East 29th Street; boutique NoMad options nearby.
- Notable events hosted: weddings and celebrity-hosted events (e.g., Gov. David Paterson’s wedding; Debbie Harry performed at a wedding) and Tribeca Film Festival after-parties.
- Status: permanently closed since 2024; not demolished, but the venue is no longer operating as The Water Club.