Host Your Party Or Event at Bleecker!
Whether a birthday party, playdate, happy hour, corporate outing, rip party, or something totally unique: allow Bleecker Trading to host your event! In the heart of the West Village, we're directly located between the best pizza in the city (L'Industrie, Mama's Too, Made in NY, Joe's, Bleecker Street, etc.) and tons of great restaurants!
Plan your Event at Bleecker Trading
Bleecker Trading Birthday Party FAQs
1. How do I book a birthday party?
- All birthday party requests must be submitted through our online request form. Once submitted, a team member will reach out to confirm your event and discuss details.
2. What is included in the birthday party package?
- Non-Exclusive Use of the space for $50 per person, which includes:
- Reserved seating and dedicated space for your group.
- $35 in-store credit per guest to spend on trading cards or merchandise.
- Top loaders/Sleeves/Trading card supplies for protecting cards.
3. What is the difference between the Upper West Side and West Village locations?
- Upper West Side (UWS): space limitations, ideal for parties of 10-15 kids. It is primarily a drop-off event as the space is limited for parents.
- West Village (WV): larger capacity, suitable for parties of 20-30 kids plus parents, with outdoor space and a lounge, offering more room for both kids and parents to enjoy.
4. Are the parties private or semi-private?
- All parties are semi-private, with a reserved seating area specifically for your group. The store will remain open for regular business, but your group will have a dedicated space for the celebration.
5. Can I rent the store for a fully private event?
- Private events can be arranged upon request. These events grant exclusive use of the space for your group and are available during weekdays only.
6. What activities are offered during the party?
- For an additional fee, you can add a hosted activity package for your event:
- $1,000 for a 90-minute session of card trading games and activities, which includes extra trading cards and prizes.
- High-end box breaks are also available for an additional cost.
7. How long do birthday parties last?
- Parties last up to 2 hours, with start times available from 11 AM to 7 PM. Please confirm your preferred time when booking.
8. Is there a deposit required?
- A $100 deposit is required to book your event and secure the date; events with a hosted activity package have an additional deposit of $500.
9. Do parents have to pay the per-person fee?
- Parents attending with their children are not charged a per-person fee. Only children participating in the party are included in the pricing.
10. What are the food and catering options?
- You are welcome to bring your own food. While we are located near some of New York City's best pizza spots, you are responsible for organizing the catering. Please note that no fridge space is available for cake or beverages.
11. Can I customize my party?
- Absolutely! You can add custom touches like custom binders, extra hats, or even high-end trading card activities. Let us know your preferences when booking, and we can tailor the event to suit your needs.
The Bleecker Trading Card Store
The perfect place to hold an event while surrounded by memorabilia and cards. This space also gives you access to the Bleecker Trading team, which means you can get quick valuation or line up accreditation for any cards you’re thinking about buying or selling.
The Social Club
Is your guest list so large that our store can’t accommodate it? Our social club is the ideal event space rental. NYC residents and collectors from out-of-state will love our social club. It’s spacious, attractively designed, and even has room for DJs. Make your event a full-on party while building connections with collectors from all over the country.
Our Outdoor Backyard
Manhattan event space rental isn’t limited to indoor venues. Bleecker Trading also operates an outdoor venue in the backyard of our social club. This venue is ideal for those who want to engage in a little trading while enjoying the great outdoors. Take full advantage of the warm weather with an outdoor event.
What Events Can You Hold?
If it involves gathering people together, it’s an event that you can hold at one of Bleecker Trading’s venues. Our event space rental NYC service is ideal for the following occasions:
- Corporate Events
- Teambuilding Activities
- Birthday Parties
- Screenings
- Meet and Greets
- Book and Movie Launches
- Exhibits
- Press Events
- Album Releases
- Media Nights