Modern Brooklyn Loft for Weddings & Private Events
251 to 300 guests
Holds ceremonies and receptions
AWARD WINNER (2X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Shell’s Loft Red Hook is a one-of-a-kind venue with a modern Brooklyn loft feel that's woven with historical character. Our flexible space makes it a perfect setting for life’s celebrations, corporate gatherings, and more! Located in the heart of Brooklyn’s Red Hook neighborhood, the beautiful loft space features high ceilings, wooden beams, and breathtaking skylights.
You're welcome to utilize the gorgeous furnishings and giant plants that come with the space, or bring your own unique vision to life. The venue also features a huge on-site warehouse with hundreds of additional decorative rentals, including lanterns, lounge seating, artwork, and much more. With tables and chairs for up to 150 people, Shell's Loft has made it easy to plan your celebration.
Facilities and Capacities
Shell's Loft Red Hook offers 6000 square feet of wide open indoor space. Architectural highlights include original brick walls, vaulted ceilings framed by reclaimed wood trusses, skylights sprinkled throughout the building, and glass doors for natural light.
The main event space can adapt to the ceremony and reception alike, with a maximum capacity of 250 people standing and up to 150 people seated comfortably.
Just off the main area is the cocktail room, which boasts a reclaimed 20-foot mahogany bar and accommodates 150 people standing or 60 people seated.
Tucked past this cocktail-hour setting is the private bridal suite that comfortably accommodates up to 25 people to get ready for the big day.
Meanwhile, 6,000 square feet of gated open space just outside the main doors allows the wedding festivities to extend outdoors. Alternatively, it can be used as parking for special wedding party transportation.
Services Offered
We've made things easy with our in-house bar service. When working with your own caterer, we offer convenient in-house bar packages to choose from.
Shell's Loft Red Hook is committed to helping couples elevate their events beyond the ordinary. Our Events Manager will be available to coordinate with you and your wedding planner, ensuring that every detail meets your expectations. The hardworking event team at Shell's Loft Red Hook want your event to run as smoothly as possible.
Black-owned, Hispanic or Latinx-owned and Woman-owned Business
+7 years in business
Speaks English
3 team members
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception:
$7,000
Ceremony:
$7,000
Bar services:
$68 per person
Catering:
Contact for price
Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees. Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is May-Jun and Sept-Oct.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Historic Venue
Industrial & Warehouse
Loft
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Food & Catering
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Reviews
5.0
out of 5.018 reviews
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Shell's Loft Red Hook is highly praised as the perfect wedding venue by multiple reviewers. The versatile industrial-chic space provided a beautiful backdrop for weddings, with exceptional service from the team, particularly Steve. Guests highlighted the seamless experience, personalized touches, efficient bar service, and flexibility in accommodating vendors. The natural light, exposed brick walls, and spacious layout were commended, creating a stunning and unique atmosphere for weddings or events. Professionalism, responsiveness, and the overall ambiance of the venue were consistently praised by those who hosted their weddings at Shell's Loft.Review photos
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Sarah S
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5.0
12/10/2024
Shell’s Loft Red Hook was truly the best spot for our wedding. Steve, was incredible. He was responsive, creative, flexible, and so thoughtful. The space itself was incredible. It’s so beautiful and there’s so much you can do if you want to, and at the same time, if you want a simple canvas, it’s beautiful enough as well to leave it as is.
The bar service was amazing! Our friends could not stop raving about the drinks.
We are so grateful for Steve and Shell’s Loft.
Carly A
5.0
2/05/2025
Shell's Loft Red Hook was exactly the versatile space we needed to bring our creative Brooklyn wedding vision to life, and Steve and his team made the entire experience exceptional. The industrial-chic venue served as the perfect blank canvas for all our personal touches (from our popup bodega to neighborhood-themed tables), and Steve worked seamlessly with Brittany, Molly, and the rest of our Modern Rebel team to help execute every detail. The bar staff was incredibly efficient, and Steve's flexibility, organization and attentive approach made coordinating our special day feel effortless. Having a venue host who not only understands your creative vision but actively helps you achieve it while keeping everything running smoothly is invaluable—Steve and Shell's Loft delivered on all fronts. If you're looking for a space where you can truly make your celebration your own, with a supportive team that knows how to bring it all together perfectly, this is your spot.
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DeAnna A
5.0
1/04/2025
We are so happy that we chose Shell's Loft as the reception venue for our wedding in September 2024! Our experience throughout the whole year of planning was extremely smooth and the reception was perfect. The venue itself is really beautiful, comfortable, and extremely versatile to accommodate whatever style of wedding you are trying to achieve. We had about 120 guests and an 8 piece band, with plenty of space for a dance floor and seating inside. Working with Steve, the events manager, throughout the planning process, was great. He is extremely responsive and professional. Any questions we had, he provided a speedy response as well as recommendations for vendors or ways to utilize the space. Their in-house bar packages are great, and we loved the specialty cocktail that was a part of our package! On the day of the reception, Steve and the bartending staff did an amazing job of serving our guests. Everyone loved the venue and the drinks! We heard so many compliments about how beautiful the venue was and how smoothly the entire reception ran. Thank you to Steve and the Shell's Loft team for being such a big part of making our wedding day so great!
Mike R
5.0
11/27/2024
We got married here last month and i cannot say enough good things about the venue, the staff and most of all the manager Steve. The venue is beautiful, tucked away, comes with tons of plants, all the furniture we needed and was an amazing vibe and perfect size for our wedding (120 people). But Steve made the whole experience SO easy. He was so friendly, professional and approachable. We had a lot of questions and requests and he was great about being super accommodating and understanding. He felt like a true partner in the process- even helping get us introduced with other amazing vendors.
Seriously- if their venue is the right size and you want a helping hand you can't go wrong!
Kevin S
5.0
11/23/2024
We hosted our wedding our wedding here for 130 guests. Shells Loft made everything so easy and smooth. Steve was wonderful to work with and very accommodating. The space is beautiful with plenty of space, in-house plants, tables, and chairs. They also recommended great vendors!
Ethan C
5.0
11/20/2024
Shell's Loft was the perfect spot for our wedding and everything came together there so well with minimal stress!
Steve and the entire Shell's Loft team responded to every phone call and email quickly, they were extremely flexible with our schedule, getting into the space, accommodating the deliveries and vendors, and went way above and beyond to help make the day come together. They were able to flex a little bit with the bar package so I could get one of my favorite cocktails on the menu, were happy to help us out with furniture, and at one point when we were dealing with an electrical issue (with our equipment, not there's) they even brought in an electrician to help us resolve it at the last minute!
They have a roster of experienced vendors that we tapped into for lighting and music who knew the space well, worked quickly, and delivered an incredible experience to the guests. The sun came in through the skylights and large windows during the ceremony and when the sun went down and the lighting came on, the space absolutely came alive for the party. The pictures are great, but even they don't do it justice.
Steve knows the area well and was helpful advising on parking, afterparty spots, had great ideas for food and dessert options, and was an all around enthusiastic collaborator. I could ramble about this further, but suffice to say, they do an exceptional job at being responsive and flexible, and they brainstormed and collaborated with us on ideas for the event and were happy to help us with solutions and access to vendors and experts.
Mel M
5.0
10/01/2024
My husband and I had our wedding here in August, 2024, and we cannot say enough good things about both the venue and the venue manager Steve. From our very first tour we could tell Steve was easy to work with and very accommodating. Whenever we had questions he was quick to hop on a call or reply to an email, and happy to help. The venue is beautiful with tons of light and vaulted ceilings, and the exposed beams were a perfect way for our florist to warm up the space with greens. Plants are also included in the rental and it’s a nice touch to the warehouse chic look. Honestly, we love the way everything turned out and we couldn’t believe how stunning the place looked. The in house bar service kept the drinks flowing and everyone had a really great time dancing. Though we had a little rain early on, thankfully it cleared up so we could take advantage of the outdoor space. The Mister Softee truck we had was a big hit! We would definitely recommend Shell’s Loft for your wedding or big event :)
Ethan K
5.0
8/31/2024
One of the biggest reasons we went with Shell's Loft in Red Hook was because of Steve, the event manager. Steve's calm attitude helped reduce the stress of wedding planning and made us feel like we were in good hands. Additionally, the venue came with great vendor recommendations - 3 out of the 4 vendors we booked were from the list provided! Amazingly, we were able to put everything together for 100 guests below our budget. On the day of the wedding, the space absolutely delivered. The fixtures, ranging from natural wood to exposed brick, provided a touch that'd be hard to come by elsewhere. We also were able to easily transform the venue into the aesthetic we wanted, and all the natural light allowed for such great photos. To top it all off, the bar service that Steve and team provided was awesome. All of our guests had a phenomenal time and it was an unforgettable day for us!
J G
5.0
7/31/2024
Shell’s Loft in Red Hook was the perfect wedding venue. No matter the weather, the amount of natural light that feeds into the venue is stunning. Our ceremony was in front of a wall with exposed brick and featured some of the large plants available at the venue. For something that sounds so simplistic with so little to set up, it looked absolutely stunning. The setup of the venue allowed guests to wander between multiple rooms, all while staying in relatively close quarters (making it surprisingly easy to find someone) and on one floor (very wheelchair accessible). The floor plan is unique, but with that comes flexibility to make it your own. For a venue that photographs beautifully, it somehow looks even better in person.
Steve, who we worked with throughout the process, was an absolute gem. He offered great advice for planning the bar package offered through the venue and was focused on finding the right solution to any question that came his way. It’s quick to see what a great guy Steve is, and all the more confirmation hearing it from every vendor that I worked with.
One big benefit is all of the flexibility offered with outside vendors. While the venue has a list of ‘recommended vendors’ (several of whom I went with and highly, highly recommend), those aren’t the only options to choose from, unlike some of the other venues nearby. I would highly recommend hosting any event at Shell’s Loft Red Hook.
Jenny F
5.0
7/22/2024
Shell's Loft was worth every penny. We loved the space for its coziness, natural lighting, exposed brick wall, greenery, and the stylish in-house furniture (with additional pieces available for rent). We visited many venues, but Shell's Loft stood out not just for its beautiful interior and huge parking lot (we used it for food trucks!), but also because of Steve's incredible energy. Steve was amazing to work with on the most important day of our lives—kind, understanding, responsible, and an all-around great guy. I highly recommend this venue to anyone!
Annina B
5.0
7/08/2024
My husband and I worked with Steve and the team at Shell's Loft for our wedding. They made it as stress-free as possible, were super flexible, friendly, and responsive. The space comes with a lot in terms of decor / lighting and some furniture which meant we had to bring in less overall and could rely more on the natural space / light. We also loved that we were able to dress up the outdoor area and have indoor/outdoor seating for our guests. Last but not least, the bar service was amazing - the drinks were great. We had ~150 guests and they never had to wait more than a few minutes for a drink. Big thank you to Steve & team for helping create such a magical night!
Kristin H
5.0
11/28/2023
Shell’s loft is a DREAM! We love the industrial yet cozy feel of the space. We did our ceremony and reception at the venue. It’s amazing how they are able to transform the space from the ceremony to the reception! The space looks amazing in pictures as well. We got married a month ago and people are still talking about how great our wedding was!
Kay S
5.0
11/24/2023
When I visited Shell’s Loft for the first time I knew it was the one. Steve is very professional and very communicative. The place is stunning; my husband and I are still in awe about our wedding. We loved everything about this space from the inside-out.
Jennifer O
5.0
11/10/2023
We had our Wedding at Shell's Loft in October 2023. It was a fantastic venue! We loved the space and it was the just the right place that we were going for. It was cool city industrial vibe within a modern slightly BoHo/Hamptons aesthetic mixed in with the subtle decor details throughout. Big Plus is that the furniture was included and no additional rentals were needed.
Steve was so very accommodating, patient, and a dream of a venue manager to work with. Helps make all the stressful bits of planning an event feel more at ease! We are so happy to have found Shells Loft to host our family and friends with an excellent reception.
Rachel R
5.0
10/06/2023
Shell's loft red hook is a beautiful space for your wedding! The space can transform into anything you want. It has an industrial bohemian look, so if that's your vibe, this place is for you! Some furniture comes with your event, some can be rented through their inhouse prop house. They also do liquor/alcohol in house as well, all super easy! Steve is an absolute legend, he helped us along the whole way and was very responsive and kind. Don't think, just book this place!
Freshta A
5.0
9/25/2023
I had an overwhelmingly positive experience with Shell's Loft Red Hook while planning a party of 100 for my nikkah ceremony. The location is beautiful and airy- a spacious room with high ceilings and exposed beams, dimmable lights, a large bridal suite, media room, coat room, catering kitchen, and three bathrooms. The multipurpose space also allows use of a variety of in house furniture including tables, chairs, a bar, sofas, tables, plants, etc. Our guests loved the vibe of the space- almost everyone noted how romantic and beautiful the party turned out.
Steve, the manager, was a pleasure to work with. He is highly communicative, reliable, and a great help with everything. He went far beyond his responsibilities to help my family and I in a stressful situation. We cannot thank him enough!
All around 10/10 :)
Ali K
5.0
9/25/2023
My wife and I held a religious ceremony at Shell's Loft and we are absolutely delighted with how things went. The space itself is VERY spacious, with the main hall filling well over 100 people seated. The bridal suite is nice and large, and the overall vibe and aesthetic of the place was exactly what we were looking for. It lets a lot of natural light in during the day, and has slightly dim light which were very pleasing for the evening portion. We had a few tables outside but didn't really set up the outdoor area (parking lot); however it is certainly large enough to be put to use or even be the main location of the event.
We want to give Steve, the manager, a huge shoutout. He was VERY kind, respectful, and accommodating. He guided us through the whole process, gave us his advice and insight, and was there throughout the whole event making sure things were running smoothly. We could not thank him enough!
We cannot recommend this space enough. The service, aesthetic, and location are all 10/10!
Eliot P
5.0
9/07/2023
My partner and I had our wedding at Shells loft this past August and we couldn't have asked for a more attentive and helpful crew. Throughout the process, Steve was quick to reply, willing to be accommodating and reassuring throughout the process. Our worries about the venue looking too casual or industrial was assuaged as we worked with our caterers and Steve. As plant lovers the giant plants were exactly the touch we needed. it was clear he knew what he was doing and that we could trust him. Would definitely work with Steve again if we had to do it over.
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