When it comes to unforgettable wedding venues in Brooklyn, House of Yes stands in a category all its own. Located in the vibrant Bushwick neighborhood at 2 Wyckoff Avenue, this performance-fueled nightclub and theater has become one of the most sought-after wedding venues for couples who want their big day to be as unique as their love story.
As a wedding photographer who has worked at venues throughout New York City, I’ve learned that House of Yes weddings offer some of the most visually stunning and emotionally charged photography opportunities. If you’re considering this venue for your wedding, this guide will help you understand what makes it special and how to make the most of your celebration.
What Makes House of Yes Special?
House of Yes isn’t your traditional wedding venue. Originally founded by Anya Sapozhnikova and Kae Burke, and now operated alongside Justin Ahiyon and Ilan Telmont, this space was created as a temple of expression dedicated to connection, creativity, and celebrating life. That ethos carries through to every wedding hosted here.
The venue’s motto says it all: “We don’t do boring. We don’t do basic.” Every wedding at House of Yes is unique and never repeated, making it perfect for couples who want to break away from traditional wedding expectations.
House of Yes Wedding Spaces
One of the venue’s greatest strengths is its versatility. House of Yes offers several distinct spaces that can be used individually or combined for larger celebrations:
The Theatre (Main Room)
The heart of House of Yes, the Theatre is where magic truly happens. This bold, theatrical space is designed to captivate and transform, making it perfect for couples who want their ceremony and reception to feel like a true performance. With hardwood flooring, a dramatic stage, and a projection-mapped proscenium arch, the Theatre creates an atmosphere that’s equal parts nightclub and Broadway show.
What makes the Theatre particularly special for weddings is its technical capabilities. The space boasts 30 aerial points for dramatic performances — imagine saying your vows while aerialists perform overhead, or making a show-stopping entrance descending from the ceiling. The venue is fire-certified, which means if you’ve dreamed of fire performers at your wedding, House of Yes can make it happen safely and legally.
The full AV capabilities mean the space can effortlessly transform throughout your event. Start with elegant, theatrical lighting for your ceremony, shift to romantic ambiance for dinner, then crank up the nightclub energy for dancing. The perimeter booth seating provides comfortable spots for guests to rest between dance sessions, while the artist-designed restrooms (yes, they’re genuinely Instagram-worthy with disco-inspired details) become unexpected photo opportunities.
You’ll also have access to the backstage Dressing Room for getting ready and the VIP Emerald Room, making the Theatre a complete package for large celebrations.
The Onyx Room
For more intimate gatherings or as an addition to a larger celebration, the Onyx Room offers 2,500 square feet of elegance with its own distinct personality. This versatile space can operate independently through its private entrance, or connect seamlessly to the main House of Yes through a portal, giving you flexibility in how you design your event flow.
The Onyx Room strikes a beautiful balance between whimsy and sophistication. Artist-designed chandeliers catch the light from infinity mirror skylights above, while gold and wood detailing creates warmth throughout the space. Vintage mirrors add character, and the sparkly powder rooms continue the venue’s tradition of making even the restrooms special. The room accommodates up to 80 seated guests or 220 standing, making it ideal for intimate ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, or as a separate cocktail space during larger celebrations.
The Garden
Available May through September, this outdoor oasis provides the perfect complement to House of Yes’s theatrical interior spaces. Tucked between the main venue and the Onyx Room, The Garden is surrounded by lush greenery and whimsical decor that creates an intimate atmosphere for outdoor ceremonies or cocktail hours. Vaulted coverings provide shade during sunny afternoons, while heaters extend its usability into cooler months. The space even features a lofted 6-person hot tub for guests who want to add an extra element of fun to the celebration.
The Ruby Room and Front Room
These additional spaces offer flexibility for smaller gatherings, photo booths, getting-ready areas, or creative breakout spaces during your wedding.
House of Yes Wedding Pricing
While exact pricing varies based on your wedding date and specific needs, weddings at House of Yes typically start around $2,805 for 50 guests. However, this is just a baseline — your actual investment will depend on several factors including the day of the week, the season, the number of guests you’re hosting, which spaces you’re renting, and what additional services you need.
Because every House of Yes wedding is custom-designed, the venue requires personalized quotes rather than offering set packages. To get accurate pricing for your specific vision and date, contact their special events team directly at specialevents@houseofyes.org.
What’s Included at House of Yes
Entertainment and Production
House of Yes comes equipped with technical capabilities that would make most traditional venues jealous. The full AV equipment and state-of-the-art lighting system can transform the space throughout your event, while the professional sound system ensures your vows, toasts, and favorite songs sound crystal clear. With DJ equipment, amps, microphones, and even a motorized mirror ball included, you won’t need to rent basic equipment from outside vendors.
Those 30 aerial rigging points aren’t just for show. Combined with the venue’s fire-certified status and in-house Fire Producer, you can incorporate performances that would be impossible at traditional venues. The projection mapping capabilities add another layer of visual drama, allowing you to transform walls and ceilings into dynamic, ever-changing backdrops.
The venue’s creative production team, YES ETC, specializes in bringing couples’ wildest dreams to life. Want circus acts during cocktail hour? Aerialists performing during your first dance? Fire performers as your grand exit? They can coordinate all of it.
Catering and Bars
House of Yes offers in-house catering through their sister restaurant Queen, which specializes in Mediterranean cuisine with excellent vegetarian options. Third-party caterers are allowed with kitchen and service fees. The bars serve until 4:00 AM — one of the latest cutoffs of any wedding venue in New York City.
Amenities
Gender-neutral restrooms feature unique artistic installations. The space is wheelchair accessible. A coat check handles guests’ belongings, and a dedicated general manager oversees every event.
Planning Your House of Yes Wedding
For weddings with multiple third-party vendors, the venue requires a day-of coordinator. The backstage Dressing Room has theatrical lighting and mirrors — getting-ready photos here feel like preparing for a Broadway show.
Getting to House of Yes
One minute from the Jefferson stop on the L train, or five minutes from the Flushing stop on the J/M/Z. The physical address is 2 Wyckoff Avenue, but the entrance is around the corner at 408 Jefferson Street.
Photography at House of Yes
House of Yes offers extraordinary photographic opportunities you simply won’t find at traditional venues. The theatrical lighting rig, projection mapping, and color washes give you images with real visual variety — intimate and moody for the ceremony, romantic for dinner, electric for the dance floor.
There isn’t a single boring backdrop. The artist-designed restrooms have been featured in editorial shoots. The Onyx Room’s infinity mirror skylights create portraits unlike anything else in Brooklyn. The theatrical stage and proscenium arch provide drama for ceremony photos. And if you have aerial or fire performers, those photographs are unlike anything I’ve made in twenty-five years.
The Garden provides natural light and greenery that contrasts beautifully with the theatrical interiors — soft, romantic outdoor portraits during golden hour, then dramatic, moody images inside as the party ramps up.
Real Couple Experiences
House of Yes consistently receives glowing reviews. One couple descended from the ceiling for their first dance — “the most dramatic way possible.” Another described it as “one BIG party” that guests called “the wedding of the century.” What stands out across reviews is the team’s willingness to make seemingly impossible ideas become reality.
Is House of Yes Right for Your Wedding?
This venue shines brightest for couples who want a non-traditional wedding experience and value creativity over conventional elegance. If you’ve dreamed of incorporating performance elements — or if aerialists and fire performers make your heart race — House of Yes is absolutely worth considering.
It may not be right for couples who want traditional formal aesthetics, outdoor-only ceremonies, or extensive pre-set packages. The key question: do you want a venue that provides a beautiful blank canvas, or one that actively participates in creating an unforgettable experience? House of Yes is definitely the latter.
Tips for Your House of Yes Wedding
- Visit During a Performance: The venue hosts regular nightclub events. Attending one helps you experience the space’s energy and envision your wedding day.
- Embrace the Unconventional: This venue shines when couples lean into creativity rather than trying to make it look like a traditional ballroom.
- Plan for Late-Night Fun: With an alcohol license until 4:00 AM, you can truly party into the early morning hours.
- Consider the Season: If you want access to The Garden, plan your wedding between May and September.
- Work with YES ETC: Their creative production team can bring visions to life that would be impossible at traditional venues. Dream big.
- Think About Your Guest List: Consider whether your guests will appreciate and enjoy the unconventional atmosphere.
Booking Your House of Yes Wedding
- Submit an inquiry through their Tripleseat form
- Email specialevents@houseofyes.org with your vision
- Schedule a consultation to discuss your needs
- Work with their team to customize your experience
- Book early — this venue is in high demand
Why Choose a Photographer Who Knows House of Yes
The technical and creative complexity of House of Yes weddings makes working with an experienced photographer crucial. When your photographer already understands the venue’s lighting capabilities, they can maximize the dramatic potential of every moment rather than figuring things out on the fly. Knowledge of the best photo locations means we’re not wasting time on your wedding day — we already know where the magic happens.
Experience photographing aerial acts and fire performances means your photographer can anticipate those moments and capture them beautifully. The result is a collection of images that captures both intimate moments and spectacular performances with equal skill.
Beyond the Wedding Day
If you fall in love with House of Yes for your wedding, consider hosting other wedding weekend events there too — engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, welcome parties, after parties, and farewell brunches. Celebrating multiple events in the same space creates continuity throughout your wedding weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions: House of Yes Weddings
Where is House of Yes located?
2 Wyckoff Avenue in Bushwick, Brooklyn — but the entrance is around the corner at 408 Jefferson Street. One minute from the Jefferson stop on the L train, and about five minutes from the Flushing stop on the J/M/Z.
What kind of couples get married at House of Yes?
Couples who want their wedding to feel like them — not like every other wedding. House of Yes is for people drawn to performance, creativity, and the kind of night that guests talk about for years. If you’ve looked at ballroom after ballroom and felt nothing, this might be your place.
Can you actually have aerialists and fire performers at your wedding?
Yes — and this is genuinely rare. House of Yes is fire-certified and has 30 aerial rigging points built into the Theatre. Their in-house creative production team YES ETC can coordinate circus acts, aerial performers, fire acts, and projection mapping. I’ve photographed performances at this venue and they are extraordinary to document.
What’s the photography like at House of Yes?
Unlike almost any other venue I shoot, House of Yes is lit intentionally and dramatically throughout. The theatrical lighting rig, projection mapping, and color washes give you images with real visual variety. Every corner is designed to look interesting. The Onyx Room’s infinity mirror skylights create portraits unlike anything else in Brooklyn. And if you have aerial or fire performers, those photographs are simply unlike anything else I’ve made in twenty-five years.
What are the different spaces at House of Yes?
The Theatre is the main room — hardwood floors, a dramatic stage, projection-mapped proscenium arch, booth seating, and 30 aerial points. The Onyx Room is 2,500 square feet with artist-designed chandeliers and infinity mirror skylights. The Garden is available May through September. The Ruby Room and Front Room add additional flexibility.
How much does a House of Yes wedding cost?
Pricing starts around $2,805 for 50 guests but scales based on date, guest count, spaces, and services. Every wedding is custom-quoted. Contact specialevents@houseofyes.org for accurate pricing.
Do you need a day-of coordinator at House of Yes?
Yes — the venue requires one for weddings with multiple outside vendors. This is a good thing. A venue this complex runs better with someone dedicated to managing your vendor team.
What’s the bar and catering situation?
In-house catering through their sister restaurant Queen — Mediterranean cuisine with strong vegetarian options. Third-party caterers allowed with fees. The bars serve until 4am — one of the latest cutoffs of any wedding venue in New York City.
Is House of Yes accessible?
Yes — wheelchair accessible with gender-neutral restrooms throughout.
Do you photograph weddings at House of Yes regularly?
I’ve shot there and I actively want to shoot there more. If your wedding is at House of Yes, please reach out — this is exactly the kind of work I love. And if you’re still exploring Brooklyn venues, my Brooklyn wedding photographer post covers the full range of what the borough offers.
What should I know about getting ready at House of Yes?
The backstage Dressing Room has theatrical lighting and mirrors — getting-ready photos here feel like preparing for a Broadway show. Build enough time into your morning to enjoy the space rather than rush through it.
House of Yes is unlike anywhere else I’ve photographed in twenty-five years of doing this work. If your wedding is here, I want to hear about it.
