Versatile Second Floor Space with Amenities.
tl;dr
- Space
- Versatile Second Floor Space is a 37 sqm (400 sq ft) open retail floor vetted by Fashion Week Venues and available for short-term rental in Herald Square, Midtown Manhattan, New York, arriving as a working shop layout with counters, garment racks and enclosed fitting rooms already installed.
- Best For
- Pop-up shop and temporary retail trading are the strongest fit for hire here, followed by wholesale appointments and buyer previews, compact fashion showroom and collection preview setups, sample sale space, and small press day or brand shoot sessions using the in-house sound and video kit.
- Standout Features
- Retail fit-out is move-in ready, with fixed sales counters, hanging garment racks, private fitting rooms and a separate stock room behind the shop floor for backstock and packing. Also fitted: installed sound and video equipment for presentations, a kitchen area suitable for catering prep, elevator access to the second floor for rail and crate deliveries, and a monitored security system with CCTV coverage.
- Location
- Penn Station sits roughly 5 minutes on foot and the 34th Street Herald Square subway hub serving the B, D, F, M, N, Q, R and W lines is around 3 minutes away, in the 10001 area of Midtown South. The surrounding Broadway stretch is dense mass market retail with Express, H&M, Sephora and Victoria's Secret inside 150 metres, so guest footfall is constant and our team schedules early morning load in on every rental.
- Availability
- Minimum hire is 4 days and maximum is 15 days, at a published day rate of $1,920 USD (approximately €1,673) with extras quoted on a brief-based basis. Allow 6 to 8 weeks of lead time for standard New York dates and 12 weeks for the February and September fashion week windows, when second floor spaces at this Herald Square address typically book out first.
- How to Book
- Enquire with your dates and activation brief and Fashion Week Venues confirms the hold with the operator and replies within 24h, with no charge until confirmed. Permit paperwork, staffing and fit-out coordination are handled by our team throughout, so request availability now to lock your dates.
about this space
This open space on the second floor is conveniently situated near Penn Station. It offers a variety of amenities to support diverse activities. Features include internet access, air conditioning, and a security system for enhanced safety. The space is equipped with a stock room, counters, fitting rooms, garment racks, and appropriate lighting for operational needs. Additional furnishings and sound and video equipment are included to facilitate presentations and gatherings. The space also benefits from electricity, heating, and an elevator for easy access. A kitchen area is available, along with Wi-Fi and CCTV for added convenience and security.
the fwv take
This second-floor New York venue thrives as a showroom rental for fashion brands looking to stage intimate buyer appointments and collection previews, leveraging its strategic Midtown location and robust in-place amenities.
The installed garment racks, fitting rooms, and stock room are instrumental, offering a seamless experience for brands needing quick activation and fluid inventory management.
Mid-scale contemporary fashion brands aiming to capture the bustling Penn Station visitor flow will find this short-term commercial space ideal for engaging a dynamic, mass-market audience with their latest collections.
Our experience shows that prime spots like this book fast; therefore, we recommend securing bookings 6 to 8 weeks in advance to ensure slot availability, especially during high-demand periods — explore our spaces in New York for more options that align with your brand's strategy.
what's included
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Security System
- Stock Room
- Counters
- Fitting Rooms
- Garment Rack
- Lighting
- Furniture
- Sound & Video Equipment
- Electricity
- Heating
- Parking
- Elevator
- Kitchen
- Wifi
- CCTV
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how to book this space
- 01
Check the shell and the dates
Review the gallery, 37 sqm floor plan and amenities for Versatile Second Floor Space with Amenities, then note the window you want in New York. Fashion week dates book 6–10 weeks out.
- 02
Send the brief
Use the request panel on this page to send your dates, expected footfall and budget. The listed rate is a starting point at €1715 per day.
- 03
Get availability and a quote
We confirm availability with the operator and come back within 24 hours with the all-in cost: rent, staffing, permits and fit-out for New York.
- 04
Lock the contract
Sign the short-term licence, pay the deposit and we register any permit or signage paperwork the address needs.
- 05
Build and open
Fit-out, install and staff the pop-up. Our production team handles delivery, install and the strike at the end of the run in New York.
activation ideas
Pop-up Shop
This space supports pop-up shops effectively thanks to its move-in ready retail fit-out, including garment racks, fitting rooms, and counters. With a location near Penn Station, brands can leverage the natural foot traffic from neighboring retailers like Express and Sephora, making it an excellent choice for short-term retail activations in the bustling Herald Square area.
Sample Sale
The dedicated stock room and fitting rooms are ideal for running a sample sale, providing easy inventory management and shopper convenience. The 37 sqm area comfortably supports multiple garment racks for a rotating selection of products, while its second-floor location adds privacy without sacrificing accessibility.
Fashion Showroom
This venue is well-suited as a showroom for wholesale buyer appointments with its fitted racks and quiet, private second-floor location. The proximity to major transit hubs ensures easy access for buyers during New York Fashion Week, turning it into a strategic location for collection previews in Midtown. Check similar spaces in New York for comparison.
Press Day / Media Preview
With sound and video equipment already installed, this space is effectively equipped for press days and media previews. The inclusion of a kitchen area allows for seamless catering setups, ensuring a smooth operation and professional presentation setting for your brand.
Product Launch
The open layout and existing AV equipment make this space practical for small product launches. It can accommodate up to 40 guests, offering an intimate yet central location to unveil new products. Schedule early to ensure availability during high-demand periods. Consider utilizing our production and build services for a polished setup.
Brand Shoot or Content Day
This space facilitates brand shoots and content days with its robust infrastructure including sound and video equipment, and adaptable retail lighting. The flexibility of the interior allows for easy conversion into a content studio, making it ideal for capturing high-quality visuals.
E-commerce Shoot
The lighting setup and ample garment racks support e-commerce photography efficiently. Brands can take advantage of this controlled environment to capture product images, making 37 sqm of space sufficient for rotating setups without external lighting dependencies.
Networking Event
As a networking event venue, this space offers an intimate setting with amenities like Wi-Fi and kitchen access, facilitating informal gatherings or corporate meet-and-greets. The strategic location near Penn Station ensures easy travel for attendees from varied locales.
Workshop or Creative Workshop
The combination of space management and in-place furniture allows for workshops to be set up quickly and efficiently. Brands running workshops here typically use the kitchen for refreshment preparation and take advantage of the tech equipment for presentations.
use cases
location
what's around
32 stores within 600 m, incl. Call It Spring, Afaze, LensCrafters
brands nearby
- fashion stores
- 25
- jewellery & watches
- 3
- beauty
- 4
- culture
- 1
- cafés
- 2
- restaurants & bars
- 7
- other retail
- 18
- Call It Spring20 m
- Afaze20 m
- LensCrafters20 m
- City Streets30 m
- Express30 m
- GNC30 m
the neighbourhood
Herald Square is a bustling hub for fashion brands that integrate both retail and trade functions within their operations. Major chains such as Express, H&M, and Sephora command the street level, drawing significant foot traffic, while above, more discreet showrooms and design offices proliferate. The area around 32nd to 35th streets is particularly notable for housing leather suppliers, jewelry and bead wholesalers, which coexist alongside vibrant Korean fashion and beauty outposts near 32nd Street. This eclectic mix of established retail presence alongside specialty wholesale operations makes it ideal for brands targeting a dual business strategy. In our experience with venue sourcing here, brands appreciate the unique synergy of visibility and industry networking opportunities that Herald Square offers.
Brands gravitate towards this area for the unparalleled transport connectivity, making it a preferred location over SoHo or the Meatpacking District for events needing efficient access for press and buyers. Positioned mere minutes from Penn Station and the 34th Street-Herald Square subway connections, this locale is perfectly situated for those relying on New York City and New Jersey commuter access. The tradeoff here is the absence of luxury shopping streets, but the neighborhood offsets this by offering robust mass-market foot traffic conducive to brands aiming for high-volume interaction. As we've seen from feedback, spaces in New York like this one provide a strategic advantage for brands prioritizing accessibility and high transaction volumes without incurring the costs associated with more exclusive neighborhoods.
Stepping off bustling Broadway into a second-story showroom in Midtown Manhattan presents a deliberate shift away from the chaotic street level, offering a focused environment ideal for curated appointments and private events. The elevator access to the upper floor creates a feeling of exclusivity essential for any brand activation that desires a quieter, controlled atmosphere—well-suited for press days or limited-access showrooms. The morning hours bring a rush of commuters, transitioning to a mixed foot traffic profile by afternoon, where both tourists and local shoppers peruse the area. The proximity to Koreatown provides plenty of options for networking dinners and after-event meals. However, brands heavily relying on spontaneous street-level walk-ins may find this space less suited to their needs. Instead, leveraging production and build services to maximize your setup can create a compelling destination that potential clients actively seek out.
getting here & street life
nearest transit
- 33rd Streetmetro48 m · 1 min
- 34th Street–Herald Squaremetro103 m · 1 min
- 34th Street–Penn Stationmetro272 m · 3 min
- 28th Streetmetro385 m · 5 min
- Times Square–42nd Streetmetro668 m · 8 min
- 42nd Street–Bryant Parkmetro688 m · 9 min
street activity
high footfall.
35 places within 200 m · 50 stores · 9 cafés and restaurants · pedestrianised street
- within 200 m
- 35
- within 400 m
- 60
- within 600 m
- 60
the neighbourhood
100 West 33rd Street is a building in the Midtown Manhattan neighborhood of New York City, New York, United States. It was designed by Daniel Burnham, and opened in 1929. It was the flagship store of the Gimbels department store chain until 1986. Abraham & Straus replaced Gimbels in 1989, was converted to Stern's in 1995, and closed in 2001. JCPenney filled the vacancy in 2009 and closed in 2020. The interior mall concourse was known as the A&S Plaza from 1989 until 1995, and the Manhattan Mall from 1995 until 2021, during which period the upper levels were converted to office space and the re
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frequently asked
Yes, this 37 sqm second floor space near Penn Station is available for pop-up shops and is categorised as a retail activation space. It already carries the fixtures a temporary retail run needs, including counters, garment racks, fitting rooms and a separate stock room, so your team is merchandising rather than building on day one. The Herald Square location puts you inside a dense Broadway retail corridor with Express, H&M, Sephora and Victoria's Secret all within roughly 150 metres, which is why brands running short pop-up shop windows here treat the surrounding footfall as the primary draw. Minimum booking is 4 days and maximum is 15 days, which suits a long weekend drop or a two week trading window equally well.
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