Birmingham's social scene extends far beyond traditional pubs and cocktail bars. Groups searching for Activity Bars in Birmingham can find venues featuring interactive games, competitive challenges, and unique entertainment experiences throughout the city centre. Popular spots near Broad Street and the Jewellery Quarter combine food, drinks, and activities under one roof. Many locations also provide private areas for celebrations and corporate gatherings. Scroll down and find a venue ready for your next outing.
Booking costs of activity bars average £1200 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Birmingham, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £500 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £10 | to £25 | per person |
| From £280 | to £800 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Semi Private Area at Newhall Street Tavern
in Birmingham City Centre - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘loved the venue , food and hospitality. We all had a lot of fun...’
Bar 1 at Barbara's Bier Haus Birmingham
in The Westside - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was great and staff really helpful...’
Full Venue at TOCA Social Birmingham
in Birmingham - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great communication from Abbie during the booking process.’
You'll find activity bars in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Birmingham, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 95 and 170 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 225 guests | prices average £1750 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Birmingham, available to book on Tagvenue:
Smaller activity bars usually fit up to 60 guests. Here are some great options in Birmingham, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
The Nest at Mockingbird Cinema & The Nest Bar and Kitchen, rated 4.9/5 - bar for 60 guests
Our user said: ‘Great venue, perfect for what we wanted and included all the necessary equipment.’
The Atrium at Roxy Ball Room - Victoria Square, Birmingham, rated 4.7/5 - event space for 35 guests
Our user said: ‘Everyone had a great time!’
Lounge Hire at The Rectory - 180 Club, rated 4.9/5 - lounge for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘Everything was spot on! The food, the bar, the service and the space in general.’
Cheap activity bars in Birmingham start from £180 hire fee per day or £200 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Function Room at The Cuban Embassy, from £180 hire fee per day
(up to 100 guests standing)
Venue said: Ideal for birthday parties, work events, Christmas parties, and corporate gatherings, the room provides everything you need to host a memorable event.
Games Room at Barbara's Bier Haus Birmingham, from £200 hire fee per event
(up to 150 guests standing)
Venue said: The Games room is located on the first floor and can hold up to 150 guests. This versatile space can either be hired alongside Bar 3, as part of a larger venue hire, or booked for exclusive time slots to add an extra layer...
The Rectory at The Rectory - 180 Club, from £250 minimum spend per event
(up to 150 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Fantastic space, amazing food, staff very attentive. Highly recommend.’
In Birmingham, activity bars are most commonly booked for 30 to 85 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Party | Usually between £600 and £1,200. |
User who booked The Music Room at O'Neill's Broad Street for 60 guests
said: ‘The staff were very friendly. It was located in central Birmingham and a lot of hotels were nearby.’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £1,100 and £2,800. |
User who booked Shuffle Area at Box Brindley Place for 20 guests
said: ‘Wrist bands and drinks tokens given with no issues and food organisation was altered promptly upon request...’ |
| 30th Birthday Party | Usually between £750 and £1,800. |
User who booked Full Venue Hire at Newhall Street Tavern for 40 guests
said: ‘Exchange of emails and visits very supportive. Staff couldn't do enough to make it great evening.’ |
| Meeting | Usually between £50 and £150. |
User who booked Canal Club- Private Room at Box Brindley Place for 2 guests
said: ‘Delivered everything we needed. Our event went off without a hitch.’ |
Page last updated in September 2026
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