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Top Activity Bars in Dublin
Dublin's nightlife has always attracted crowds, but activity bars bring a fresh twist to the city's social scene. Those looking for Activity Bars in Dublin can choose from venues featuring shuffleboard, darts, arcade games, and competitive group experiences near Temple Bar and beyond. Many locations combine entertainment with food and drinks, making planning remarkably straightforward. Private hire options are also available for celebrations and corporate events. Take a look below and find a venue ready for action.
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![Piano Bar at The Black Door in Dublin City Centre]()
from €750
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityPiano Bar
75120The Black DoorDublin City CentreSSusan O.
“I would definitely reccommend this venue. I would definitely come back” -
![On The Ball Whole Venue at Buskers On The Ball in Temple Bar, Dublin]()
from €1500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityOn The Ball Whole Venue
500650Buskers On The BallTemple Bar, DublinAAnastasia M.
“The staff was really nice and helpful, the venue is great.” -
![Semi-Private Tournament Area at Flight Club Dublin in Dublin City Centre]()
from €2400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-Private Tournament Area
6090Flight Club DublinDublin City CentreBooth seating and communal tables sit around the playing area and double as space for food and drinks alongside full bar service. A PA system and a music playlist are available. -
![The Side Hustle Bar at Barebone in Dublin City Centre]()
from €24
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Side Hustle Bar
5080BareboneDublin City Centre
#Supervenue
Located upstairs at Barebone, The Side Hustle is a private function room ideal for a wide range of events, from birthdays and team socials to corporate gatherings and celebrations. -
![Bar One at Buskers On The Ball in Temple Bar, Dublin]()
from €500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityBar One
150250Buskers On The BallTemple Bar, DublinThe 'Bar One' is ideal for groups of up to 250 guests. We can accommodate a multitude of Functions types in the space. Buskers on the Ball is the ultimate conference venue providing dynamic event space catering for all requirements: -
![Bar Two at Buskers On The Ball in Temple Bar, Dublin]()
from €750
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityBar Two
400400Buskers On The BallTemple Bar, DublinBuskers On The Ball is Dublin's one of a kind Social Interactive Sports Bar & Entertainment Venue. Located in the heart of Temple Bar on Fleet Street, we are Dublin's number one venue for fun, just a short walk from O'Connell -
![Knightsbridge Bar at The Arlington Hotel in Dublin City Centre]()
from €1500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityKnightsbridge Bar
187300The Arlington HotelDublin City CentreThe Knightsbridge Bar is an area where you can bring your close ones and enjoy your evening together. The bar can accommodate up to 300 guests. Wooden furniture and various alcohol bottles behind the bar create an atmosphere -
![Stillgarden Academy at Stillgarden Distillery in Dublin]()
from €30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityStillgarden Academy
2330Stillgarden DistilleryDublinMMarvella E.
“I couldn’t have asked for a better venue and group of people to work with for my event.” -
![Main Bar & Restaurant at Barebone in Dublin City Centre]()
from €20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Bar & Restaurant
80180BareboneDublin City Centre
#Supervenue
CCatherine R.
“Great service, the staff really looked after us and made the night special.” -
![The Penthouse at The Sound House in Dublin City Centre]()
from €92
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Penthouse
3540The Sound HouseDublin City Centre
#Supervenue
RRob S.
“The venue was excellently ran & all went smoothly. Mirella was very helpful and communication was great.” -
![Broyage Terrace at Broyage Bar, Bistro & Terrace in Dublin]()
from €30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBroyage Terrace
90130Broyage Bar, Bistro & TerraceDublinPlanning corporate/social events has never been easier, the Broyage terrace is the perfect place for a corporate/Social summer BBQ in Dublin. The outdoor terrace can comfortably host 100 of your team. -
![Bartley's Lounge at Bartley's Bar and Restaurant in Dublin City Centre]()
from €2000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityBartley's Lounge
150250Bartley's Bar and RestaurantDublin City CentreBartley’s Lounge is designed for curious minds so that your guests’ imaginations will run wild… It’s a quirky, versatile space that has hosted everything from launch parties and team mixers and conferences to wellness events,
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Booking costs of activity bars average €30 per person. 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 Dublin, based on Tagvenue data:
| From €30 | per person | |
| From €750 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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On The Ball Whole Venue at Buskers On The Ball in Temple Bar - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The staff was really nice and helpful, the venue is great.’ -
Piano Bar at The Black Door in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Venue was brillant and everyone was very nice and helpful...’ -
The Penthouse at The Sound House in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The party area itself is spacious with plenty of room for a dancefloor.’
These are the venues within 1.2 km from central Dublin, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Bartley's Lounge at Bartley's Bar and Restaurant
on 31 Stephen Street Lower - 850 m from centre.
Venue said: On the hunt for an unusual event venue for hire in Dublin? Then look no further than Bartley’s Lounge on the lower ground floor at The Grafton, Dublin’s most dramatic venue. -
On The Ball Whole Venue at Buskers On The Ball
on 13-17 Fleet Street - 900 m from centre.
Our user said: ‘The staff was really nice and helpful, the venue is great.’ -
Main Bar & Restaurant at Barebone
on 11 Wexford Street - 1.2 km from centre.
Our user said: ‘Good was lovely and cocktails are exceptional!’
Cheap activity bars in Dublin start from €500 hire fee per event or €20 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Bar One at Buskers On The Ball, from €500 hire fee per event (up to 250 guests standing)
Venue said: The 'Bar One' is ideal for groups of up to 250 guests. We can accommodate a multitude of Functions types in the space. Buskers on the Ball is the ultimate conference venue providing dynamic event space catering for all requirements:... -
Main Bar & Restaurant at Barebone, from €20 per person (up to 180 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Good was lovely and cocktails are exceptional!’ -
Piano Bar at The Black Door, from €750 hire fee per event (up to 120 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Venue was brillant and everyone was very nice and helpful...’
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