4 New York Venues Perfect for Creative Product Launch Parties

Launching a new product requires a strategic plan — and we believe that plan should always include a launch party. More and more, brands are using events as marketing tools, and there’s no better way to market a new product than with a fabulous event filled with creative branding, memorable signage, and delicious food and cocktails. When planning a product launch in New York, the number of spots to choose between can be overwhelming. Our team has identified four of the best New York venues that have a proven track record of playing host to perfect product launch parties.

*In no particular order…

ASPIRE at One World Observatory

photo courtesy of ASPIRE at One World Observatory

For an event space that feels like it’s on top of the world…

  • Stunning floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views of the city
  • Customizable modern event space perfect for branding and signage
  • Central location near the center of downtown Manhattan
  • Hosted past product launches for everyone from Montblanc to Belvedere
ASPIRE at One World Observatory

ASPIRE at One World Observatory

New York, NY

The High Line

photographer: Anita Ng courtesy of Friends of the High Line

For a secluded event space in a bustling New York neighborhood…

  • Raw, structural design elements for a not-too-precious vibe
  • 9 outdoor event space options with room for up to 950 guests 
  • Hosted past corporate events for everyone from Coach to Chandon
The High Line

The High Line

New York, NY

Midtown Loft and Terrace

photographer: ArtVesta Studio

For event spaces with beautiful outdoor options and indoor convenience…

  • Ideal location in New York’s trendy NoMad neighborhood
  • Two separate event spaces with distinct, yet balanced, ambiances 
  • Retractable roof makes planning around the weather stress-free
  • Counts Delta among repeat corporate event clients
Midtown Loft and Terrace

Midtown Loft and Terrace

New York, NY

Studio 525 NYC

photo courtesy of Studio 525 NYC

For a trendy event space with historic roots and modern details…

  • Former gallery space with unique architectural features
  • All-white walls offer design flexibility and versatility 
  • Ground-floor access in New York’s popular Chelsea neighborhood 
  • Hosted past corporate events for Stuart Weitzman, Adidas, and Ferrari
Studio 525 NYC

Studio 525 NYC

New York, NY

Immersive Product Launch Parties are Marketing Gold — See 11 Brands That Achieved Experiential Success

At PartySlate, we continue to see brands leveraging events as powerful marketing tools, especially when it comes to launching a new product. We often feature corporate events from some of the world’s most recognizable brands, but these 9 product launch parties stand out for how they successfully immersed their guests into the experiences they created. From experiential activations to creative signage, see how 9 of your favorite brands launched into the world with fabulous events.

L’Space Swim Launches at Miami Swim Week 

a palmed archway with orange lining shows the view to the beach. Branding is in the middle.
photo courtesy of design/decor/floral: Daniel Events | venue: The Confidante Miami Beach | PR: Bollare PR | client: L*Space Swim

Daniel Events beautifully enhanced this beach outside The Confidante Miami Beach for an L*Space product launch, produced by Bollare PR. The brand hosted a fitness class to launch its line of activewear, and each attendee received a bundle of swag that also served as their placeholder on the sand. We especially loved the custom-designed branded frame that served as a highly-taggable photo spot.

Santa Monica Pier Became a Marc Jacobs Whimsical Wonderland

Marc Jacobs style carinval games in pink and white at the pier. two people stand at it.
photographer: Suzan Jone event planner: Jessica Fels Event Production & Design | floral: Floral Rush | venue: Santa Monica Pier | dinner venue: Viceroy Santa Monica | graphics: AAA Flag & Banne | custom photo wall: Tractor Vision | photo booth: Sharing Box | graphics: SoCal Graphics | lighting: Images By Lighting | A/V: Rhythm and Sound | custom inflatables: Jet Creations

No detail was left unbranded at this Marc Jacobs Daisy Love launch party, thanks to the incredible team at Jessica Fels Event Production & Design. Santa Monica Pier was decked out with a custom Ferris wheel, carnival games, and ice cream carts, with graphics from SoCal Graphics and AAA Flag & Banne. Floral Rush provided lush arrangements for the dinner that followed at Viceroy Santa Monica

An Aveeno Launch Party as Fresh as Its Skincare Products

a palette backdrop is painted white. Succulents and plants are hung throughout and palm trees in the background.
photographer: 153 Multimedia | event planner: Jessica Fels Event | event planner: X7 exeven Events | Production & Design |Productions | venue: The Confidante Miami Beach | decor: The Lounge Design Events Furniture Rental | backdrop: Barra Design

Also hosted at The Confidante Miami Beach, the team at X7 exeven Events took inspiration from Aveeno’s fresh and vibrant product packaging for this branded event. Barra Design created a greenery-filled Aveena-branded backdrop, while The Lounge Design Events Furniture Rental provided complementary décor. 

From New York to the Tropics at This Peloton Launch Party

Two girls sit in tree swings. Trees are behind them with fake leaves and a peloton sign.
photographer: Carlos Jerez | venue & caterer: Frying Pan | event planner, designer & florals: Patrick J Clayton Productions | DJ & music: Gould Artist Management | rentals: Taylor Creative Inc.

The planners and designers at Patrick J Clayton Productions wanted every guest at this Peloton launch party, hosted at Frying Pan, to feel like they had been transported to a Caribbean island – and did they ever succeed. Swings made of life preservers, wood and white lounge furniture, and more fun rentals from Taylor Creative Inc. completed the tropical look.

Infused with Fruit, From the Smirnoff Vodka to the Décor

An Instagram backdrop is covered in greenery and pink florals next to paned windows and gold window treatments.
photo courtesy of event design & production: B Floral Event Design and Production | venue: NoMo Kitchen | client: MKTG | client: Smirnoff

The fruit-infused floral wall from B Floral Event Design and Production was the gorgeous focal point at this Smirnoff product launch, hosted at NoMo Kitchen and produced by MKTG. Just like the Smirnoff Zero Sugar Infusions product, the floral display was infused with watermelons, limes, strawberries, and more gorgeous fruit. 

This Crown Royal Launch was More Than Just Peachy Keen

This Crown Royal Launch was More Than Just Peachy Keen
photo courtesy of event agency: Rose Gold Collective | Rentals: Two Of A Kind | Florals: Stems Brooklyn | venue: NoMo Soho

A perfect peach color palette, branded liquor displays, on-theme photo ops — this product launch produced by Rose Gold Collective was a perfect match for Crown Royal Peach. Peach florals from Stems Brooklyn and rentals from Two Of A Kind filled the space at NoMo Soho, a raw space that fit the vibe of the party itself.

On-Theme Décor was Vital for This Vital Proteins Launch

Concrete outdoor stairs are painted different colors.
photography: Marcin Cymmer | venue: Harris Theater Tent, Millenium Park | planner: Rachel De Marte | lighting/sound/graphics: Frost Chicago | catering: Entertaining Company | DJ: Matt Roan | fashion: byFashionaholic | PR: Fallon | sweets: Leila Love | dancers: Stage Factor

Vital Proteins Collagen Water launched in Chicago with a party at Harris Theater Tent, Millenium Park. Rachel De Marte Events and Fallon PR didn’t miss a beat — the party included creatively-integrated signage (with lighting from Frost Chicago), plenty of beverage displays to showcase the products, delicious bites from Entertaining Company, and even a fashion show.

Smith & Forge Hard Cider Took Guests Back to the 1920s

Smith & Forge Hard Cider Took Guests Back to the 1920s
photo courtesy of event agency: Gravel Experiential | band: Cavemen | venue: Brooklyn Bowl

For this Smith & Forge hard cider launch, Gravel Experiential was way ahead of one of 2020’s biggest event trends: a 1920s theme. Brooklyn Bowl played host to guests enjoying live music from band Caveman, 1920s-style feats-of-strength games, old-school shaves for the men, and of course, plenty of opportunities to taste the brand’s new harder cider.

This NBA 2K20 Launch Party was a True Gamer’s Paradise

This NBA 2K20 Launch Party was a True Gamer’s Paradise
photo courtesy of venue: City Market Social House | planner: Made With NRG | catering: TGIS Catering | production: Vox Productions | rentals: Bright Event Rentals | rentals” Taylor Creative Inc. | draping: Pink Sparrow Events | cocktails: City Market Social House

City Market Social House hosted some of the NBA’s biggest stars, including Anthony Davis and Kevin Durant, for this NBA 2K20 video game launch. Vox Productions and Made With NRG filled the venue with engaging entertainment opportunities, lighting installations, projection mapping, and creative rentals from Bright Event Rentals and Taylor Creative Inc.

Kylie Skin Mandates a Pink Dress Code for its Everything-Pink Launch 

Kylie Skin Mandates a Pink Dress Code for its Everything-Pink Launch 
photo courtesy of Mindy Weiss Party Consultants | planner: Mindy Weiss Party Consultants | décor: Revelry Event Designers | floral: Jeff Leatham | lighting: Peterson Event Lighting | cocktails: Cocktail Academy

Kylie Jenner launched her Kylie Skin line with a perfect celebration from Mindy Weiss Party Consultants. The brand’s all-pink packaging mirrored the pink-only dress code and all-pink venue. Dancing was transformed into a new history-making affair with an all-pink, disco-themed roller skating rink/dance floor. The bathroom was just as impressive with pink tiling and a vintage bathtub filled with pink bubbles. Even the sushi rice (that’s right) was pink at this on-brand celebration.

Guests Lived Their Best Life at the Poosh Site Launch

Guests Lived Their Best Life at the Poosh Site Launch
photographer: Katie Levine | planner: Mindy Weiss Party Consultants | décor: Jeff Leatham | catering: Don Julio. Tequila and Winc

Mindy Weiss Party Consultants does it again with the debut of Kourtney Kardashian’s lifestyle website Poosh. The brand’s tagline, “A guide to living your best life” was felt at every turn. Before stopping for a relaxing massage, guests received Poosh-provided bikinis from Onia and kicks from Stuart Weizman. After a host of wellness activities, guests cooled off with Poosh-branded water balls and hand fans, making for a relaxing on-theme event from start to finish.