How The Foundry's Spaces Come Together for Your Wedding Day in Long Island City, NY
Planning a wedding means thinking about every moment your guests will experience, from the ceremony to the final dance, and the space around them shapes all of it. At The Foundry, our 19th-century building in Long Island City, Queens, has been restored to showcase its original industrial character, and what makes it work so well for weddings is that no two spaces inside feel the same. Couples who've celebrated here tell us that moving through our courtyard, rooftop, greenhouse, and main space felt like experiencing four different backdrops in a single day.
The Foundry in Long Island City, Queens, brings weddings together across four distinct spaces: an outdoor courtyard, a rooftop terrace overlooking the Manhattan skyline, an indoor greenhouse blending industrial and garden elements, and a 3,000-square-foot main space for receptions. Additional rooms allow smaller gatherings, while an experienced events team coordinates each moment throughout the day.
What Makes a Wedding at The Foundry Feel Layered and Personal
When your wedding flows through spaces that each carry their own character, your day becomes a story rather than a single scene. Our venues give you that variety without asking you to sacrifice the warmth and cohesion that makes a celebration feel like yours.
The Courtyard: Where the Outdoor Moment Lives
Our lush outdoor courtyard gives couples a genuine open-air setting without leaving the venue. It's the kind of space where guests naturally gather, conversations happen easily, and the atmosphere feels relaxed and alive. Couples who've used it for cocktail hours or outdoor ceremonies describe it as one of the most memorable parts of their day, and it photographs beautifully against the raw brick and greenery that surrounds it.
The Rooftop Terrace: Manhattan on the Horizon
There are very few wedding venues where your guests can look out over the Manhattan skyline while raising a glass to the couple. Our rooftop terrace makes that possible, sitting above Long Island City with views that give any celebration an added sense of occasion. Whether you use it for a champagne toast, a portrait session, or a quiet moment between the couple, the skyline is always there in the background doing its part.
The Greenhouse: Where Industrial Meets Garden
One of the details couples mention most is the contrast between our building's industrial bones and the lush greenery inside our indoor greenhouse. That combination gives photographers something genuinely interesting to work with, and it gives guests a space that feels warm and unexpected inside a restored 19th-century structure. It's a pairing you won't find in most venues, and it tends to produce some of the most striking images from the day.
The Main Space: Room for Everything Else
With more than 3,000 square feet of raw, restored architecture, our main space anchors the whole event. It's where receptions come to life, where the dance floor opens up, and where the full gathering of your guests fills the room in a way that feels both grand and intimate. The Albra Room and the Billiard Room offer additional spaces for smaller moments within the larger celebration, giving your guests places to step away, connect, and come back refreshed.
A Team That Helps You Bring It All Together
Having multiple beautiful spaces only works when there's a team behind them making sure everything runs as planned. Our Venue Manager Angela Ortiz, Events Manager Lindsey Hamma, and Managing Director Allison Du Val are involved from your first conversation through the final hour of your event. Event Assistants Erika Asselta and Yeshi Tenzin are present throughout the day, and Darryl Brooks is at the door keeping things running smoothly. Couples who've worked with our team describe Angela and the rest of the crew as genuinely caring and focused on making sure the day unfolds exactly as envisioned.
Conclusion
If you're looking for a wedding venue in Long Island City, NY that gives you more than one space and more than one moment to remember, we'd love to show you what The Foundry can do for your day. Call us at (718) 786-7776, email us at ao@thefoundry.info, or fill out our contact form at https://www.thefoundry.info/contact to start planning.
FAQs
What outdoor spaces does The Foundry offer for weddings?
We have a lush outdoor courtyard and a rooftop terrace with views of the Manhattan skyline, both available as part of your event.
Can couples use multiple spaces at The Foundry during their wedding?
Yes, our venue includes the main space, courtyard, rooftop terrace, indoor greenhouse, the Albra Room, and the Billiard Room, all available to work into your wedding day flow.
Where is The Foundry located and how do guests get there?
We're at 42-38 Ninth Street, Long Island City, NY 11101, reachable by the E, M, R, N, 7, or F trains, or by car via the Queensborough Bridge, Midtown Tunnel, BQE, and other routes.
How do I get in touch to inquire about my wedding date?
Call us at (718) 786-7776, email ao@thefoundry.info, or use our contact form at https://www.thefoundry.info/contact.
How long has The Foundry been hosting weddings?
We've been hosting weddings and events since 2001 inside a building with roots going back to the 19th century.