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Top Cocktail Party Venues in Reading
Reading isn’t just about the legendary music festival, it’s also a brilliant place to sip cocktails and celebrate in style. The city’s cocktail party venues will wow your crowd, from riverside bars at the Oracle to trendy lounges along Friar Street. Picture espresso martinis before a night out, mojitos by the Kennet, or champagne cocktails to mark a milestone with friends or colleagues. This town knows how to mix a good drink with the right atmosphere. Find the perfect spot to raise your glass today.
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![Havana Bar & Roof Terrace at Revolucion de Cuba Reading in Reading]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityHavana Bar & Roof Terrace
150 guestsRevolucion de Cuba ReadingReadingCClairem
“The venue, styling and location” -
![Basement Bar at Be At One Reading in Reading]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBasement Bar
60 guestsBe At One ReadingReading
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AAlana R.
“Brilliant event space. Small enough that makes the room feel packed with 30+ people. Great lighting.” -
![Rooftop terrace & Bar at Market House in Reading]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityRooftop terrace & Bar
100 guestsMarket HouseReadingCClaire W.
“The event planning, the staff and support on the day, the fantastic food and incredible space we hired.” -
![Firefly Cellar Bar at The Three Guineas - Firefly Cellar Bar in Reading]()
from £500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityFirefly Cellar Bar
150 guestsThe Three Guineas - Firefly Cellar BarReadingHHolly L.
“Bar and food service was excellent and staff communicated fantastically throughout.” -
![Full Venue Hire at Be At One Reading in Reading]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
160 guestsBe At One ReadingReading
#Supervenue
At Be At One Reading, we’ve got the right tunes and cocktails to set the perfect mood! Whether you're toasting the weekend or celebrating life's big moments, our menu offers over 100 expertly crafted cocktails from our talented -
![The Reading Room Restaurant at The Roseate Reading in Reading]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Reading Room Restaurant
105 guestsThe Roseate ReadingReading
#Supervenue
YYele O.
“The venue was really really glam and special. Staff helpful and really nice.” -
![Full Venue Hire at Boom Battle Bar Reading in Reading]()
from £4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
300 guestsBoom Battle Bar ReadingReadingOur venues combine the best elements of entertainment, delicious food, epic cocktails, and exceptional hospitality, making it the perfect destination for a memorable celebration. -
![First Floor Bar at Slug & Lettuce Reading, Friar Street in Reading]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFirst Floor Bar
150 guestsSlug & Lettuce Reading, Friar StreetReadingLocated in the city of Reading in the heart of its party district, Slug and Lettuce Reading is a contemporary and decadent bar and restaurant which prides itself on offering its guest some amazing drinks, even better food, -
![Whole Venue at Revolucion de Cuba Reading in Reading]()
from £6000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityWhole Venue
500 guestsRevolucion de Cuba ReadingReadingVVaughan L.
“The little bit of food we got to eat during our short event was tasty, pity most of it was left behind” -
![Downstairs Area at The Coconut Tree Reading in Reading]()
from £24
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityDownstairs Area
140 guestsThe Coconut Tree ReadingReadingThe Downstairs at The Coconut Tree Reading has a capacity of 140 guests. It's a go-to choice for larger parties, corporate receptions, and more! -
![Bar Area at Calico Bar & Eatery in Reading]()
from £5000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBar Area
200 guestsCalico Bar & EateryReadingThis stylish bar is available for exclusive hire. It includes full use of the main bar area along with the Library Lounge and the Basement Bar. The venue can fit up to 200 guests. -
![The Beer Hall at BrewDog Reading in Reading]()
from £1800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Beer Hall
100 guestsBrewDog ReadingReadingKitted out with everything you’d need for the ultimate post-work drinks, team events, friendly get-together or beyond epic party, BrewDog Reading is the perfect venue for your next event.
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FAQs about Top Cocktail Party Venues in Reading
In Reading, prices of cocktail 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 Reading, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From £500 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £16 | to £45 | per person |
| From £24 | to £250 | hire fee per event |
You'll find cocktail 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 Reading, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small cocktail party venues | up to 40 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium cocktail party venues | between 60 and 140 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large cocktail party venues | over 160 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
