Hammerstein Ballroom is a historic event venue within the Manhattan Center in Midtown Manhattan. Originally designed as an opera house, it now combines elaborate theatrical architecture with modern event production. Its soaring ceiling, painted decorative details, balconies and classic opera boxes give the venue a distinctive character, while capacity varies by configuration and can reach approximately 3,500 guests for large concert setups.
The interior can be adapted for concerts, stage shows, award ceremonies and other events. An open main floor, balconies and opera boxes provide different perspectives of the stage, while built-in professional audio and lighting systems support large-scale productions. The preserved historic décor remains one of the ballroom's defining features, creating an atmosphere notably different from that of a typical modern multipurpose venue.
The venue is located at 311 W 34th St, New York, United States, between 8th Avenue and 9th Avenue. The main entrance opens directly onto West 34th Street, while exits from the 34 St–Penn Station subway stop near 8th Avenue are only a few minutes' walk away. There is no dedicated venue parking lot, although public parking garages are available nearby. For a broader overview of transportation around New York, see the city information below.