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The Great Guac Off™
The world's #1 guacamole making competition for team building.
Museum Hack Tour: Metropolitan Museum of Art
A wildly entertaining guided-tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Museum Hack Scavenger Hunt at The Metropolitan ...
Experience NYC's The Met in a fresh and unexpected way.
High Line Scavenger Hunt
Trivia and photo prompts that lead teams through a Manhattan-railroad-spur-turn...
Ultimate Game Show
Live out your team's game show dreams with fan favorites like Coworker Feud & P...
NYC Michelin Food Tour
Enjoy VIP treatment as you visit a curated selection of NYC’s top restaurants, ...
NYC Flatiron Food Tour
Experience this trendy and elegant neighborhood with some of NYC’s best high-en...
New York City Interactive Meal - Food Based Exp...
Dine and engage with your team at one of NYC's top restaurants.
NYC East Village Food Tour
The East Village Food Tour explores one of NYC’s hottest restaurant and craft c...
'90s Murder Mystery Party (In-Person)
The year is 1998. But you and your guests will be partying like it's 1999, deck...
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The Great Guac Off™
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The world's #1 guacamole making competition for team building.
You found The Great Guac Off™, a one-of-a-kind guacamole-themed party that promises a delightful blend of entertainment and camaraderie. Get ready for an unforgettable team-building experience packed with fascinating avocado facts, engaging trivia, and thrilling mini-games, all leading up to an epic guacamole-making competition. Armed with fresh ingredients and secret recip...
Museum Hack Tour: Metropolitan Museum of Art
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A wildly entertaining guided-tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Step into a world of art, history, and adventure with a Museum Hack experience at the iconic Metropolitan Museum of Art. As one of our flagship offerings, this 90-minute private corporate event promises an unforgettable journey filled with laughter, learning, and fantastic memories for your team. Prepare to embark on a "behind the scenes" exploration of the museum's best-ke...
Museum Hack Scavenger Hunt at The Metropolitan Museum of Art
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Experience NYC's The Met in a fresh and unexpected way.
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at one of the world’s most iconic cultural landmarks, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City! While you won't be physically racing through the museum's expansive halls, our thrilling scavenger hunt will allow you to explore this renowned institution in unexpected and exciting ways. Guided by our world-class host, you and your...
High Line Scavenger Hunt
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Trivia and photo prompts that lead teams through a Manhattan-railroad-spur-turned-city-park.
Embark on an extraordinary adventure with your team and discover one of Manhattan's hidden gems. Prepare for an unforgettable mission as you delve into the vibrant world of the High Line, an iconic park that weaves together nature, history, and breathtaking city views. Our immersive scavenger hunt will take you on a journey of exploration and discovery along the elevated ra...
Ultimate Game Show
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Live out your team's game show dreams with fan favorites like Coworker Feud & Price Hike.
Get ready to unleash your inner game show enthusiast and embark on an exhilarating team building experience like no other! Introducing our dynamic and fast-paced Ultimate Game Show that will transport you back to the nostalgic world of day-time television. Whether you're a die-hard fan or simply love the thrill of friendly competition, you will tackle fun challenges that put...
Hacked Gala: A Fashion & Rebellion Tour at The Met
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It's a gala at the Met your team is actually invited to.
Ever wondered what it would be like to attend the Met Gala? While we can't help with that, we can give you and your team an incredible gala-inspired experience at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Inspired by the theme of the 2025 Met Gala, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, we're thrilled to introduce our brand-new fashion-forward, storytelling-fueled adventure that dives de...
NYC Michelin Food Tour
Enjoy VIP treatment as you visit a curated selection of NYC’s top restaurants, including Michelin-Starred establishments. A once-in-a-lifetime dini...
Experience the ultimate in Michelin dining with our fantastic teambuilding.com partner's NYC Michelin Food Tour! Discover three Michelin Recommended restaurants in NYC’s Flatiron District, including Michelin Star Restaurants. With elevated courses, plus an optional beverage package, you and your group will discover the best hot spots and hidden gems in New York with expert...
NYC Flatiron Food Tour
Experience this trendy and elegant neighborhood with some of NYC’s best high-end restaurants, boasting elevated cuisine from the world’s best chefs.
Join our incredible teambuilding.com partner company on an NYC Flatiron Food Tour unlike any other as you explore the trendy NYC restaurant scene – known for its Flatiron Building. Originally the neighborhood of the New York social elite and debaucherous types during the Gilded Age, today NoMad and Flatiron boast some of the top restaurants in New York City, including many M...
New York City Interactive Meal - Food Based Experience
Dine and engage with your team at one of NYC's top restaurants.
Our teambuilding.com partner's NYC Interactive Meal is a fun and interactive dining experience that’s both your meal AND your activity, all-in-one. A four-course meal is the foundation, with engaging activities interspersed throughout, for a perfect balance of structured activities and unstructured time to relax and enjoy conversation with clients or co-workers. Better than ...
NYC East Village Food Tour
The East Village Food Tour explores one of NYC’s hottest restaurant and craft cocktail scenes featuring an all-inclusive 4-course meal with beverag...
Our teambuilding.com partner's East Village Food Tour includes 4-courses – two appetizers, one entree, and one dessert – with a sprinkling of culinary history and stories in between. These tours focus on quality over quantity, but we promise you won’t leave hungry! Here are some possible tastings to satiate your curiosity: • Handmade Spaghetti al Limone and pillowy Gnocchi ...
'90s Murder Mystery Party (In-Person)
The year is 1998. But you and your guests will be partying like it's 1999, decked out in your most stylish '90s gear. Unfortunately, there's been a...
The year is 1998. But you and your guests will be partying like it's 1999, decked out in your most stylish '90s gear. Unfortunately, a detective will soon arrive with some startling news. There has been a murder. The detective, played by a highly skilled and experienced improv actor from our partner company, will arrive to host the event, taking a few moments to hide some c...
The Art of Empowerment
The Art of Empowerment is a hands-on workshop in the heart of New York City that combines basic self-defense techniques with tools to enhance aware...
The Art of Empowerment is a hands-on workshop in the heart of New York City that combines basic self-defense techniques with tools to enhance awareness and emotional intelligence. The workshop aims to foster outer peace by fortifying the inner warrior. Led by one of our expert partners, The Art of Empowerment is run by a national body-building champion with black belts in...
Signature Oyster Tasting Class
Gather your team for the ultimate oyster adventure.
“It's time for oysters! Our partner company's Signature Oyster Tasting Class discusses the history of oysters in New York, their ecology and farming techniques, an ends with tasting three different types of oysters. Come to our partner's Brooklyn location or ask for more info about partner bars in the NYC area! Upgrade to include a wine tasting for an additional $45 per pers...
Caviar Tasting Workshop
Gather your team for the ultimate caviar tasting workshop.
Our teambuilding.com partner company will lead your team on a mind-blowing caviar tasting adventure! You'll learn about the history of caviar while sampling a variety of different types. Add on an oyster tasting, oyster shucking lesson, or wine tasting package for the ultimate team building experience! Available at our partner's Brooklyn location.
Oyster, Caviar, & Wine Tasting & Workshop
Embark on an epic team building adventure - oysters, caviar, and wine included.
Your taste buds will thank you as you and your team embark on the most epically tasty team building adventure! Our partner company offers an oyster, caviar, and wine pairing and tasting workshop at their location in Brooklyn or at one of their partner bars in NYC. Your team will try an assortment of local New York oysters and various caviars alongside the perfect wine pairin...
Ultimate New York Team Beach Party
Get ready to party on and off the sand with the ultimate Beach Party Package!
Get ready to party on and off the sand with our ultimate Beach Party Package! Perfect for any celebration or gathering, this experience offers: 🎉 One Hour on the Sand: Play volleyball, dodgeball, or other exciting games. Whether you’re spiking, diving, or just enjoying the vibe, it’s all about fun! 🎲 Off-Sand Games: Keep the energy up with Jenga, ping pong, and cornhole in ...
A Pinch of Salt
Cooking events and classes for groups, plus catering and food safety training.
A Pinch of Salt offers a range of food-related services designed to bring teams together through cooking experiences. The company specializes in team building events where groups can collaborate in professional kitchens to prepare meals. These events provide an opportunity for participants to improve communication and problem-solving skills while working towards a common goa...
Painting Circle
Social painting classes with guided sessions in a relaxed bar lounge setting.
Painting Circle offers team building experiences through social painting classes. The company organizes events where participants can paint together in a relaxed bar lounge setting. A skilled instructor guides the group through a two-hour painting session, making it easy for everyone, regardless of skill level, to create their own piece of art. This setup encourages collabor...
BrainXcape Escape Room
Immersive escape rooms with cinematic sets and unique, suspenseful themes.
BrainXcape offers immersive escape room experiences designed for team building. The company features three unique adventures: Rikers 1932, where participants plan a prison break, The Haunted Hotel, which challenges teams to escape from an eerie hotel room, and Elevator To Hell, a journey to alter one's destiny. Each escape room is crafted by a team that includes designers wi...
Cooking by the Book
Cooking classes where teams collaborate to prepare and enjoy a meal together.
Cooking by the Book offers a unique team building experience centered around cooking classes. The company provides an opportunity for teams to collaborate in a kitchen setting, fostering communication and collaboration. Participants work together to prepare a meal, which promotes teamwork and problem-solving skills. The classes can accommodate groups of various sizes, making...
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About New York City
New York City is the largest business hub in the United States and a global center for finance, media, and culture. With a population of over 8.3 million, NYC is home to thousands of companies, including JPMorgan Chase, NBCUniversal, and Pfizer, along with a thriving ecosystem of startups, nonprofits, small businesses, and public sector employers. Key industries in NYC include finance, healthcare, technology, and professional services.
Thanks to its size and diversity, NYC offers an incredible range of team building experiences. Engage your team with a scavenger hunt through Central Park, challenge your problem-solving skills in an escape room in Midtown, or enjoy a culinary adventure with food tours in the Lower East Side. For those seeking a creative outlet, comedy workshops and improv classes in Greenwich Village provide laughter and bonding opportunities. Whether you are planning a corporate retreat, an employee appreciation event, or a small team outing, there is no shortage of group activities in New York City to suit every company culture and budget.
Navigating New York City
New York City is composed of five boroughs, with the majority of business activities concentrated in Manhattan, particularly in Midtown, the Financial District, and Hudson Yards. Popular neighborhoods for indoor team building events include Chelsea, renowned for its art spaces and loft venues, and DUMBO in Brooklyn, which combines creative energy with stunning skyline views. Unique venues can also be found in Long Island City, SoHo, and the Flatiron District. For outdoor team building activities, consider iconic locations such as Central Park, the High Line, or Prospect Park in Brooklyn for a more local atmosphere.
For small groups, the subway is the fastest and most cost-effective method of transportation, while rideshare apps or yellow cabs are convenient for shorter trips. If you are organizing for a large group, chartered sprinter vans, private buses, or even group MetroCards can simplify navigation and ensure everyone remains on schedule.
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How we find and rank activities
Since 2013, we have hosted team building events for clients like Apple, Amazon, and Google, serving over 1,000,000 participants and earning 75,000+ five-star reviews across 45,000 bookings. In addition to our own events, we have helped hundreds of thousands of teams discover the best experiences for their goals, budgets, and preferences. Learn more about our history and expertise.
The team building experiences listed on this page are curated through a three-step process: hands-on research, AI-powered categorization, and algorithmic ranking.
First, our team scours the web with searches like "New York City team events" and "corporate outings NYC" to identify standout experiences and reputable vendors. We review websites, social profiles, and customer feedback to confirm that providers are active, highly rated, and suitable for professional groups.
Next, we use an OpenAI GPT model to sort experiences into categories like outdoor adventures, creative workshops, and uniquely local experiences. The system also estimates prices, durations, and group sizes. Our team reviews each entry before publication.
Finally, we sort activities into three tiers:
- Originals and Verified Activities: Originals are hosted by our in-house team and include top-rated events, new releases, and exclusive formats. Verified Activities are offered by partner businesses that receive support from us and have 100% verified reviews. These vendors pay a flat monthly listing fee and receive premium placement.
- Claimed Activities: These listings have been reviewed and updated by the vendor. Claimed listings receive moderate visibility but lack some premium features like embedded videos, agendas, or verified reviews.
- Unclaimed Activities: Added by our research team, these listings may be outdated or incomplete. Unclaimed listings appear lower in search results and do not include reviews.
Within each tier, activities are ranked using our proprietary Team Building Score (TBS), which factors in:
- Quantity and quality of verified reviews
- Source of ratings (e.g. company size)
- Location and ease of access
- Price, duration, and group capacity
- Profile completeness
- A custom blend of data signals and semantic analysis
Rankings refresh daily. We regularly update the algorithm, add new activities, remove outdated ones, and review listings flagged by the community to ensure you always see the best options available.
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