Do you work remote and need a small private space to hold an in-person meeting? Or maybe you’re looking to host a private event or workshop with just a handful of people.
Intimate gatherings are meant to be meaningful, and you want a space to match that.
We’ve rounded up a list of local businesses that have small private rooms or spaces that could host your gathering or special event. (Reach out to the business to inquire about renting its space.)
draft creative space, 1525 Prospect St.
This is meant to be a shared work and gathering space — so they have plenty of room if you want to host an event. It has a private conference room, a beautiful sunroom, a garden patio space for good weather days, and its main space. You can book the sunroom online.
Francis + Fern Boutique, 421 Mass Ave.
This “pretty in pink” boutique recently decorated its basement and outfitted the space to be able to host baby showers, parties, or other small private events. Follow it on Instagram for details.
Blue Mind Roasting, 646 E. 38th St.
Looking for a space to host a mini conference, work meeting, or any other small gather that just needs a separate room with a door, table, and chairs? Blue Mind has a private room in its expanded space. Pro tip: You can reserve the room via a QR code posted on the wall.
Proper Variety & Events, 614 Mass Ave.
Small parties, workshops, and private events are what this place in the heart of Mass Avenue is all about. Its main focus is to be a bookable venue space for your hosting needs. Bonus: There’s an in-house bar and it offers catering. Book online.
Patachou at The Stutz, 1060 N. Capitol Ave.
Want to have a work lunch meeting? This Cafe Patachou location offers a private dining room for parties up to 12 people that can be booked for two hours. (The check must be all on one bill + 20% gratuity is automatically included).
Tuggle’s Gifts & Goods, 1029 Virginia Ave.
This thoughtfully curated gift shop, which aims to have 100% of its products and goods make in Indiana, features a side room where it’s hosted art workshops, local pop-ups, story time for kids, and other events. Reach out online or via Instagram to inquire about events.
Do you know of another small private event space that we didn’t mention? Drop us a line.
Here’s what you said
“Goose the Market offers private event space rentals (with optional Goose catering, too!)” — Corrie C.
“Founders Lodge Event and Conference Center” — Lenore W.
“I just wanted to mention that Fountain Square Brew Co. has space available for meetings and small gatherings (free, as long as its not needed to be a private event)” — Dama C.