In 2018 Forbes called Fishtown "America's Hottest New Neighborhood." In 2025 it reaffirmed its position, stating "Fishtown is STILL One of America's Hottest New Neighborhoods." Located at the SE entry point to Fishtown's commercial corridor, The Barbary offers a modern, immaculate setting for those seeking something simple, understated and of the highest quality. For us it's not about the bells and whistles, it's about the ease of planning, quality of service and ensuring everyone leaves saying "damn, that was awesome!"
Whether you're a group of 10, 50, 100, 200 up to 500; we're excited to host your mixer, formal, prom, happy hour, cocktail party, wedding reception, rehearsal dinner, after party, bachelor/bachelorette party, birthday, holiday party, fantasy football draft, reunion, fundraiser, shower, divorce party, poker tournament, charity event, art exhibit; you name it we'll work together to see if it's a fit.
One thing's for sure. A private event at The Barbary will definitely be cooler than anything your friends or competitors do.
A clean, simple, "black-box" dance venue with a high-focus on audio and lighting installations, The Barbary is the perfect location if you're seeking that cool-factor for a private event in Philadelphia.
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