Host Your Corporate Event at Novellas Near Poughkeepsie

When you are planning a milestone that is not a wedding, you still want the day to feel organized, welcoming, and easy for your guests. At Novellas, we host a wide range of events, including birthday parties, anniversaries, fundraisers, mitzvahs, corporate gatherings, and school celebrations. Our role is simple, we provide the space, the staff, the food, and the structure so you can focus on the people you are bringing together.

Novellas offers a versatile venue near Poughkeepsie for hosting corporate events, fundraisers, and other non-wedding celebrations. With a spacious ballroom accommodating up to 250 guests and both indoor and outdoor spaces for smooth guest flow, the venue provides full-service catering, bar options, and day-of coordination, ensuring a well-organized, enjoyable event.

Located in New Paltz, just minutes from Poughkeepsie, our family-owned venue is built for events that need clear flow, attentive service, and a comfortable atmosphere.

How the Ballroom and Patios Work Together

Our main ballroom accommodates up to 250 guests and includes a built-in bar, dance floor, stage, and professional light and sound systems. For non-wedding events, the space adapts easily to seated dinners, awards presentations, school formals, or open dance floors.

Guests can also move easily between indoor and outdoor areas. The Terrace and the Blue Stone patio are often used for cocktail time, conversation, or short breaks during the event. This indoor and outdoor connection helps larger groups spread out while staying connected.

Guest Arrival and Convenience

Hosts often mention how simple arrival and departure feel for their guests. Novellas sits between the Hampton Inn and America’s Best Value Inn, both within a one to two minute walk. Guests arrange their own accommodations, but many hosts choose our venue because out-of-town guests can walk back to their rooms at the end of the night. The venue is fully ADA accessible, making it a comfortable choice for family events, school functions, and community gatherings.

Events We Regularly Host

In addition to weddings, we regularly host Sweet 16 celebrations, quinceañeras, mitzvahs, corporate events, fundraisers, school dances, proms, awards dinners, anniversaries, vow renewals, cocktail parties, holiday events, and showers. Our experienced team is skilled in transforming our versatile event space to accommodate a wide range of celebrations.

Day Of Coordination Support

Every event includes a day of coordination. Their role is to manage timing, oversee transitions, and act as the main point of contact once guests arrive. For events, this support is especially helpful when there are speeches, formal moments, or multiple phases throughout the evening.

Professional Staff Throughout the Event

All packages include experienced service staff and full-service bartenders. Food service, bar service, and guest flow are handled by our in-house team, removing the need to manage outside vendors. This allows hosts to stay present and enjoy the event they planned.

Culinary Leadership You Can Trust

All food at Novellas is prepared in-house by our culinary team, led by Executive Chef Michael Garnero, a Culinary Institute of America mentor and educator. Menus are built around your event style, from formal dinners to casual gatherings.

Menu Formats That Fit Different Celebrations

Non-wedding events often use banquet-style menus, plated dinners, cocktail party stations, or brunch packages. Passed hors d’oeuvres, buffets, and plated options are available. Vegetarian and vegan options are also offered, with menus designed to support the pace of your event.

Bar Options Included

Event packages include full-service bar options with beer and wine selections or unlimited open bar service. Custom bar packages can be arranged based on your guest list and event format.

Included With Every Event Package

Packages include tables, chairs, linens, china, silverware, and glassware. Light and sound systems are provided, along with in-house catering, full-service bars, a day-of coordinator, and access to a private suite during the event. These inclusions reduce common planning stress.

Items Hosts Typically Handle

Hosts usually provide centerpieces, seating charts, and any specialty decor. Our team assists with setup and timing, while you maintain control over the personal details.

Planning an Event Here Feels Straightforward

Most non-wedding events follow a clear rhythm. Guests arrive and gather, enjoy cocktails or appetizers, move into dinner or a formal program, then transition into dancing or open social time. Everything takes place on site, which eliminates the need to coordinate multiple locations.

Events run until 11 PM, with patio access afterward. This gives guests time to relax, talk, and enjoy the outdoor areas before returning to nearby hotels.

An Invitation to Host With Confidence

Novellas was created to make hosting feel manageable, even for large or meaningful gatherings. For those planning a non-wedding event near Poughkeepsie and looking for a venue that includes experienced staff, strong culinary support, and clear structure, we would be glad to connect. Reach out to schedule a tour or request details, and we can walk through what your event could look like here.

FAQs

What types of non-wedding events can be hosted at Novellas?
We host corporate events, fundraisers, Sweet 16 celebrations, quinceañeras, mitzvahs, school dances, proms, anniversaries, vow renewals, cocktail parties, holiday events, and showers.

How many guests can the space accommodate?
The ballroom accommodates up to 250 guests. The patios can be used in conjunction with the ballroom to support guest flow.

Is food and bar service include?
Yes. All packages include in-house catering and full-service bar options with professional bartenders.

Is the venue accessible for all guests?
Yes. Novellas is fully ADA accessible, and nearby hotels are within walking distance for overnight accommodations.