The Catered Affair at the ICA

The Catered Affair at the ICA - Event Venue in Boston, Massachusetts

Event Space · Boston, Massachusetts

25 Harbor Shore Drive, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

About The Catered Affair at the ICA

The Catered Affair at the ICA offers modern, artistic event spaces within the Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston, set along the vibrant Seaport district and Boston Harbor. With floor-to-ceiling glass windows, sweeping waterfront views, and striking contemporary architecture, the venue provides a dynamic canvas for unforgettable gatherings. Guests can enjoy innovative cuisine, captivating art exhibitions, and a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces ideal for both social and corporate events.

Venue Details

  • Seated capacity: 200
  • Standing capacity: 1,200
  • Meeting rooms: 5

Ratings

Google Rating: 4.1/5 (9 reviews)

Guest Highlights

  • Service
  • Dining
  • Event
  • Atmosphere
  • Team
  • Food
  • Space
  • View

Amenities

Facilities

  • outdoor space
  • wine bar
  • coffee bar

Room Features

  • natural light
  • floor-to-ceiling windows
  • waterfront views

Meeting Rooms & Event Spaces

Putnam Investments Plaza

  • Type: Outdoor Space
  • Capacity — Banquet: 210, Cocktail: 250
  • Features: Wheelchair accessible, harbor views, outdoor setting
  • Nestled along Boston Harbor, the Putnam Events Plaza provides a breathtaking outdoor setting for unforgettable gatherings. Celebrate under the stars, surrounded by contemporary art, exquisite cuisine, and the picturesque backdrop of the harbor.

Interior

  • Type: Multi Purpose
  • Capacity — Banquet: 200, Cocktail: 600
  • Features: Wheelchair accessible, floor-to-ceiling windows, skyline views
  • The ICA is a striking architectural landmark in Boston’s vibrant Seaport District alongside Boston Harbor. Floor-to-ceiling glass windows offer breathtaking views of the Boston skyline, creating the perfect backdrop for memorable dining experiences.

State Street Corporation Lobby

  • Type: Multi Purpose
  • Capacity — Banquet: 200, Cocktail: 350
  • Features: Wheelchair accessible, waterfront views, first floor
  • Experience the essence of contemporary culture on the vibrant first floor of the ICA. With its captivating atmosphere and striking waterfront views, this space is ideal for gatherings that inspire creativity, spark conversation, and celebrate art in motion.

Barbara Lee Family Foundation Theater

  • Type: Theater
  • Capacity — Theater: 325, Banquet: 170, Cocktail: 200
  • Features: Wheelchair accessible, floor-to-ceiling windows, waterfront, skyline views
  • Take in breathtaking views of the Boston skyline from this one-of-a-kind waterfront theater. Floor-to-ceiling glass windows showcase the city’s dynamic architecture alongside the serene beauty of Boston Harbor, creating an unforgettable backdrop for events, performances, and gatherings.

ICA Wine + Coffee Bar

  • Type: Private Dining
  • Features: Wheelchair accessible, harbor views, wine bar, coffee bar
  • Enjoy contemporary art and harbor views with a curated selection from Olmstead Wines —local, organic, expressive, and ideally suited for everyday. This wine experience pairs effortlessly with shareable plates designed for lingering conversations, artistic exploration, and cultural connection.

Style

modern, artistic, contemporary, waterfront, urban

Contact

Phone: (617) 807-7055