Another year older, another excuse to throw a party worthy of Edinburgh’s finest! New Town isn’t just about whisky bars (though, let’s be honest, those help)—it’s packed with unique rooms that’ll make your birthday just great! Celebrate in a private terrace conservatory with views of Edinburgh Castle, dance in a converted church hall with dramatic uplighting, or sip cocktails in a Prohibited-era speakeasy on Queen Street. Feeling fancy? Go full cinema-chic with a screening room all to yourselves and gourmet popcorn. Whether you want cocktails, ceilidh dancing, or just a great excuse to eat cake, New Town has birthday party venues waiting for you! Browse and book these hot spots today.
Booking costs of birthday party venues 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 New Town, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From £500 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £35 | to £45 | per person |
| From £100 | to £750 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:
Whole Space at Little Picardy
in New Town - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Everyone had a great time and i would definitely consider booking it again for the next big party!’
Devil's Cut at Angel's Share Hotel
in New Town - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Barman was fantastic. Venue was superb.’
Wee Tap at Hanover Tap, Edinburgh
in New Town - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was perfect for my birthday party.’
You'll find birthday party venues 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 New Town, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 80 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 105 guests | prices average £1275 minimum spend per event |
Page last updated in December 2025
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