We recently attended my little cousin's sweet sixteen party here. And I must say, I really like…read morethe facilities at Charisma. Yes, it's a bit odd that the ballroom banquet is on the lower level and that the first thing you see when you come inside is a set of stairs leading downstairs. Once you get past this, you'll see that the venue is spacious, clean, and laid out nicely. You can opt for them to have your name in lights reflected on the dance floor, there's a smoke machine, bubble machine and various light options that you can request for the event. There's also a couple of screens that can run videos or photos on a loop during the event. The bar area is separate from the main ballroom which was great considering this was a sweet sixteen party. The DJ was wonderful. He provided a good selection of songs that got the guests dancing the whole time. The food was pretty good. It was served buffet style and there were plenty for all the guests. I wished they kept the food out all night instead of quickly putting it away after an hour. We had a few guests that arrived very late and came after the food was already packed away. The wait staff was nice enough to make up a plate for them when we asked. The pricing structure for the event was a bit confusing. Make sure to do your research and ask questions. Otherwise, you might get sticker shock from all the extra add-on options (linens, nicer chairs, balloon decorations, champagne toast, etc.) that can quickly inflate the overall price. We all had a great time at the party. Yes, there were some minor glitches and the event could have run smoother, but the main thing is that the guests had a good time and my little cousin thought the night was a success.

I recently hosted my engagement party at Charisma Ballroom, and I couldn't be more thrilled with…read morethe entire experience. From the moment we walked in for the initial tour, the staff was incredibly warm, professional, and attentive to every detail. They made us feel not only welcomed but genuinely celebrated. The venue itself is superb, with beautiful lighting, a spacious dance floor, and thoughtful design that created the perfect ambiance for the evening. Our guests couldn't stop raving about how beautiful everything looked. What truly set Charisma Ballroom apart, though, was the service. The team went above and beyond to ensure the event ran smoothly. They were responsive during the planning process and incredibly organized the night of. It allowed us to fully enjoy the moment with our friends and family without a single worry. If you're looking for a venue that combines elegance, outstanding service, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, I can't recommend Charisma Ballroom enough. It made our special day truly unforgettable. Thank you to the entire Charisma team for making our engagement celebration absolutely perfect!

Don't use this decorator at all!…read more Highly unprofessional individual (Karan) and team. They forced a change of plans that the bride originally wanted by texting her constantly ON THE DAY OF THE WEDDING!!! When the bride (my sister) expressed that she would like to be able to make the decision, she was met with argumentative responses saying that they were going to go ahead and move all of the decor inside since it would be raining for sure the next day - keep in mind that at this point it was a 30% chance of rain happening, so this was very premature. Karan was constantly texting her all day trying to force my sister's hand in the decision and because of this, she could not fully enjoy herself the first day of the wedding. He continued to lie about timings that their staff needed to complete set up by and they did not even take down and remove the decor from day 1... the wedding guests helped to take all that down. Ultimately, Karan ended up saying that he would not be coming the next day for decorations at 2AM the night before.... This left my sister without a decorator for her second day with less than 12 hours notice!!! Luckily the DJ from day one came through with a last minute decor vendor (Dharma Events) that was able to take the original design and produce a mandap that was even better than the bride could ever imagine at almost half the cost of the original designs. I would highly recommend going with them instead of having to deal with this unruly and unprofessional vendor.

At first, I didnt think I needed help with wedding planning or execution, but as the date…read moreapproached, I was getting more and more stressed. I soon realized that pandemic or not, I couldn't achieve all the elements I wanted without professionals by my side! We hired Yaadein Events as day-of coordinators and it was one of the best decisions we made. Because of their hard work, attention, and constant care, I was able to be a bride, enjoy the day, and worry less. The venue walk-through and schedule review was super helpful. I will also never forget how CALM they were on the day of. You can tell they live and breathe weddings. Yaadein is top notch!

I just had my daughter in law baby shower at studio 17 on June 13, 2026. I have to day the place is…read moreincredible, a simply amazing location. As for price and quality package in my personal opinion and experience it was all I needed. Everything was in compliance with my expectations beautifully: modern furniture, fully equipped and the owner and staff members were very professional and helpful. The baby shower was very successful and beautiful and I am pleased with the results. I'm definitely going to return and use there services for future events. Thank you Nora, Carolyn and Miguel!

Words cannot express how thankful we are to Nora, Carolina, and the staff at Studio 17 Bushwick for…read moremaking our FIRST Girl Scout "Graduation Ceremony" a resounding success! Blessed Sacrament Girl Scout Troops 2389/2568/2835 were happy to come together, not just to celebrate the Daisies/Brownies/Juniors/Cadettes/Seniors who were bridging to the next level in Girl Scouts, but we also had the privilege to celebrate four young ladies who were bridging from Ambassadors to Adults - effectively graduating from our Girl Scouting Program under Girl Scouts of Greater New York. These young ladies have dedicated up to 13 years to Girl Scouting and have been friends/sisters to each other through the majority of this journey. We consider these graduating girls our "CORE" - our troops' Girl Scouting program was built upon their ongoing participation and they have set a wonderful example for their Girl Scout Sisters coming up behind them - doing their "best to be honest and fair, friendly and helpful, considerate and caring, courageous and strong, and responsible for what I say and do, and to respect myself and others, respect authority, use resources wisely, make the world a better place, and be a sister to every Girl Scout." just as the Girl Scout Law deems they should The decorations were IMPECCABLE and BEAUTIFULLY DONE - far exceeding our expectations! Nora really brought the vision together, we just had to add a few personal touches when we arrived (a banner and a picture addition to the table centerpieces). It was really an elegant and elevated affair - just what we were looking for! Nora and the staff at Studio 17 Bushwick treated all of our guests with respect and professionalism second to none. Nora was extremely responsive to all questions and requests - I was happy to have a partner like her in planning this event. She really matched my own level of organization which was super helpful. Contract signing and payment schedule was super easy. And I received my security deposit back almost immediately after our event was over. The next time I need a small yet elegant event space - I will definitely look to Studio 17 as a FIRST CHOICE!

We had the pleasure of having Scott, Chef Vita, and their staff cater our wedding. They were an…read moreexcellent part of our dream team! From the beginning of the process, Scott was responsive and worked with our schedule for the tasting. We were able to make a selection from many dishes and after trying their food we were sold! Especially the NY strip steak with bleu cheese! We received so many compliments on the food and many of our guests even went to compliment the kitchen team themselves! The Balinese chicken turned out to be my favorite, but they were all amazing! They made way more than enough food for everyone and brought containers for our guest and us to take the leftovers home. We love not wasting food! With our budget, we were thinking we could only get a decent caterer, but we lucked out with LDV. They are without a doubt one of the best in the business! They catered to our needs and even made suggestions on how to reduce cost. In our case we brought our own drinks for their bartender to serve, which helped reduce cost. This turned out amazing and our bartender, Mark, helped make it a smooth and tipsy night for our guests! Last but not the least, their service was top-notch. They helped with the buffet so people there would be no crowd and made sure everyone got their food in a timely manner and even made plates for my husband and I so we didn't need to take the time! We were ecstatic with the service and it was one of the smoothest parts of the entire wedding. 5-stars all-around.

When you hire a caterer for a special event you're just taking a risk unless someone you know has…read moreworked with them before. But we didn't have that luxury. Here's why we jumped at the chance to work with Scott and team: - no problem or request was too much - every email or phone call was returned - they kept every commitment: timing, cost, and of course, the food. Now let's get to the food. Word one: abundance. So much variety, all fresh, some surprises (gourmet jerky with a perfect French mustard) perfectly displayed despite the limitations of the space. The passed hors doevres were prepared on site and were delicious, beautifully served, and ample. For reference, this was a wedding cocktail reception for 30 people, Mid day, I would absolutely hire Scott and LDV for a similar event and I would not hesitate to have a full dinner catered under his watchful eye. Note: Scott's staff were professional, poised, and friendly.

Not only did Fabrice from Michel Wed Events meet my expectations, he went above and beyond to make…read moresure my wedding day went perfectly. He was amazingly organized, detail oriented and made sure that every aspect of our wedding went smoothly. Michel Wed events provided the decor for our ceremony, DJ, limousine and day of event coordination and that is a decision that I will never regret. Not only are they affordable, but Fabrice, the lead event planner, is a true gem! Look no further and book them today!!!!

Chenara provided bar tending services for our recent fundraising event for our non profit. The…read morerequest was made with only a weeks notice and she went above and beyond to make sure every detail was take care of for us. I would hire her again in a second and recommend her services to anyone needing a bar tender for events in and around NYC. She was kind, organized, friendly with our guests and went the extra mile to ensure the event was a success. Thank you Mixational!!

I spent months searching for a bat mitzvah venue that felt special - something beautiful,…read moresophisticated, and still within a realistic budget. I thought I'd have to compromise. I even put a deposit down somewhere else, but the space never felt right and I couldn't shake the feeling of disappointment. I kept looking... And then... I found Lights on Kent. The moment we walked in, my daughter's face lit up as you can see from the video! The space is stunning - bright and elegant even before adding decor. I knew right away this was our place. I cancelled the other venue immediately. It was the best decision I made in the entire planning process. Charlie, the venue manager, was awesome. He assured me I didn't need to overspend to create something magical. He supported me from start to finish, responded to every concern, offered creative solutions, and genuinely cared about us having a meaningful, joyful event. After the bat mitzvah, when I needed help navigating some vendor issues, he stepped up without hesitation. That level of support was priceless. Our guests were taken aback by how gorgeous the room looked and how special the atmosphere felt. If you're looking for a breathtaking space, flexible and wonderful people to work with, and a venue that truly cares about your event, Lights on Kent is it. I am beyond grateful to them for helping make my daughter's bat mitzvah feel as beautiful and special as it could. While I continue to have issues with a vendor, post-event, having their support has helped me process, helped me sort through the problems, and this level of support is above and beyond. Some places are just venues. This one felt like, and still feels like their on my team. Thank you LOK!

Great space in Brooklyn to hold an event of your own. I had the pleasure to enjoy my GOD sister,…read moredaughter, baby shower at lights on Kent for events. The space is big, and in all white. It's definitely a go-to place for an event space.

I had my sons brit/christening here yesterday. Waking in to the hall for the first time before the…read moreparty started I actually cried. Everything was so beautifully done and set up for the party. Every vendor that Nadia (the owner ) recommended was reasonably priced and did an amazing job. Working with Nadia was easy and she was always available to take our call or text . She was easy going and flexible. During the event not only her manger but she herself came to help and make sure everything was going accordingly. This was my husbands choice being that he is Russian. Being Italian I was nervous that the Italian and American guests would not feel comfortable or have complaints due to Italian halls and Russian halls being different. But in fact it was quite the opposite. So many people of all ages on my side actually called after the party and today as well as telling us during the party that it was the best event they had ever attended. One girl who is an event planner herself said she was booking her next party here. I can't believe I ever second guest having it here vs an Italian hall. You can't even compare. I had the most amazing night and party! Thank you Nadia !!!

The best place to do your party's place is very clean and top notch service. The owner of the place…read morehelped us with everything was on point with everything I would always come back here