Micro Wedding Venue

501 Union

Brooklyn, New York

501 Union — barn wedding venue in Brooklyn, New York
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An intimate Brooklyn, NY venue purpose-built for small, design-forward weddings.

501 Union is a celebrated micro-wedding venue in Brooklyn, New York, ideal for couples planning an intimate gathering of close family and friends. With character-rich interiors, thoughtful service, and a setting that lets the day feel personal from start to finish, it consistently ranks among the most distinctive small-wedding spaces in the region.

What's included

  • Intimate capacity (up to ~50 guests)
  • Distinctive architecture & setting
  • Photographer-favorite light
  • Highly reviewed by couples & planners

What couples say

501 Union is a sleek, multi-level Brooklyn wedding venue blending an atrium ceremony space, cocktail lounge with neon heart, and rooftop reception area in the heart of Gowanus—ranked #1 best wedding venue in Brooklyn on Wanderlog with a 4.8 from 185 Google reviews. The Knot lists a perfect 5.0 from 64 reviews and WeddingWire shows a strong presence with 66 reviews, making it one of Brooklyn's most acclaimed and well-documented venues. Its design-forward interiors, warm Edison lighting, and custom barn tables create a refined-yet-relaxed Brooklyn aesthetic.

5.0 out of 5 on The Knot (64 reviews); 4.8 out of 5 on Google (185 reviews via Wanderlog).

  • Ranked #1 best wedding venue in Brooklyn by Wanderlog
  • 5.0/5 on The Knot (64 reviews); 4.8/5 on Google (185 reviews)
  • Atrium ceremony space, neon-lit lounge, and rooftop reception
  • Design-forward interiors with warm, intimate lighting
  • Five-time Best of Weddings award winner

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