The Aquarium has a variety of rooms and locations available to host private functions such as cocktail parties, wedding receptions, and corporate events. Catering and set-up are also available.

For more information about hosting an event at any of our locations, please call the Events Department Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m- 5:00 p.m. at 617-973-5205 or email events@neaq.org. Inquiries may also be made using the online event hosting form.

Harbor View Cafe set up for a private event at the New England AquariumHarbor View Café

Capacity: 100 standing reception, 80 Seated Dinner
The floor-to-ceiling windows in the Aquarium's Harbor View Café provide breathtaking views of Boston Harbor and the city. This site can be combined with the West Wing Gallery for additional space. See more or download the brochure (pdf, 2.95mb).

Simons IMAX Theatre set up for a private event at the New England AquariumSimons IMAX Theatre

Capacity: Lobby - 175 standing reception, 120 seated dinner
               Theatre - 400, including 8 wheelchair spaces
This theatre space can serve as a wired facility for corporate meetings, presentations, or lectures. On-site audiovisual equipment is included to project your presentation on a gigantic six-story screen. The spacious lobby is ideal for a breakfast or lunch reception or a dinner. See more or download the brochure (pdf, 3.29mb).

Main exhibit building set up for a private event at the New England AquariumMain Exhibit Building

Capacity: 600 standing reception, 250 seated dinner (all levels)
This versatile space surrounding the four-story Giant Ocean Tank allows you and your guests to dine alongside thousands of tropical fish, moray eels, giant sea turtles and penguins. You can even add a dive presentation. See more or download the brochure (pdf, 3.34mb).

West Wing Gallery set up for a private event at the New England AquariumWest Wing Gallery

Capacity: 100 standing reception, 40 seated dinner (two levels)
This two-level gallery currently features the Aquarium’s fascinating Amazing Jellies exhibit. This is a great place to host smaller dinners and receptions among these exotic creatures. (See more or download the brochure (pdf, 2.63mb).

Voyager III cruise vessel is available for private events at the New England AquariumVoyager III Harbor Cruise Vessel

Capacity: 150 standing reception, 100 seated dinner
Enjoy the ocean breezes on a relaxing cruise of Boston Harbor and the Islands. This boat can be chartered for summer events, holiday parties, or added to another Aquarium venue. See more or download the brochure (pdf, 2.2mb).