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Top Christmas Bars in Dublin
Avoid the sleet and crank up the cheer—Dublin’s Christmas bars know how to throw a proper festive bash. Whether you’re on Grafton Street dodging shoppers or around Temple Bar chasing carolers, the city’s pubs and bars light up with seasonal spirit (and mulled wine, naturally). You’ll find everything from snug Georgian basements in Portobello to rooftop winter terraces with views of the Liffey. So grab a woolly jumper and get booking, your ideal Dublin haunt is just around the corner.
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![Barney’s Bar at Harcourt Bar & Garden in Dublin City Centre]()
from €200
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityBarney’s Bar
48 guestsHarcourt Bar & GardenDublin City CentreSSinead F.
“Barneys Bar is the perfect venue. Staff were very helpful both before my event and on the night.” -
![First Floor at 37 Dawson Street in Dublin City Centre]()
from €20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityFirst Floor
150 guests37 Dawson StreetDublin City CentreSSusie K.
“Very helpful regarding both booking and on the night.” -
![Bar Area at The Portobello Bar in Dublin City Centre]()
from €150
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityBar Area
80 guestsThe Portobello BarDublin City CentreRRaquel M.
“I’ve already recommended it to all my friends and will definitely be celebrating my birthday there again.” -
![The Wiley Fox at The Sound House in Dublin City Centre]()
from €1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Wiley Fox
160 guestsThe Sound HouseDublin City Centre
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MMolly O.
“The Staff at The Wiley Fox made having an event as easy as it could possibly be from start to finish.” -
![Middle Bar at 37 Dawson Street in Dublin City Centre]()
from €20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMiddle Bar
40 guests37 Dawson StreetDublin City CentreJJason M.
“Great, decor, highly attentive staff, excellent service all around” -
![Private Space at Dausie's Bar, The Bull & Castle in Dublin City Centre]()
from €30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Space
240 guestsDausie's Bar, The Bull & CastleDublin City CentreAAlan F.
“The venue is gorgeous, and so were the platters of food we ordered for my 50th Birthday last Saturday.” -
![Georgian Bar at The Black Door in Dublin City Centre]()
from €500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityGeorgian Bar
40 guestsThe Black DoorDublin City CentreFFreddie G.
“Was a great experience, lovely room & perfect size for what we needed.” -
![Restuarant & Event Space at The Merchant's Arch in Temple Bar, Dublin]()
from €23
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityRestuarant & Event Space
180 guestsThe Merchant's ArchTemple Bar, Dublin
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Merchants Arch Bar & Restaurant – Venue Overview Located in Temple Bar, Dublin, Merchants Arch Bar & Restaurant has a maximum capacity of 300 guests. -
![The Whiskey Bar at Lennan's Yard in Dublin City Centre]()
from €3500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Whiskey Bar
60 guestsLennan's YardDublin City CentreRRoma R.
“Everyone loved the food & the room & space had a lovely flow for the amount of people we had.” -
![Shaw Room at Harcourt Bar & Garden in Dublin City Centre]()
from €450
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityShaw Room
50 guestsHarcourt Bar & GardenDublin City CentreFFlorence D.
“The communication was effieicent and the price of 300 to rent the room was effective” -
![The Cellar at 9 Below in Dublin City Centre]()
from €20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Cellar
25 guests9 BelowDublin City CentreCCiara M.
“I recommend this stunning space for a private event. Without a doubt I will be back!” -
![The Terrace at The Sound House in Dublin City Centre]()
from €500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Terrace
60 guestsThe Sound HouseDublin City Centre
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MMichelle S.
“The place and the staff was fantastic. The food was absolutely incredible. My son had a blast.”
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FAQs about Top Christmas Bars in Dublin
Booking costs of Christmas 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 December 2025:
| From €20 | to €45 | per person |
| From €1000 | to €6000 | minimum spend per event |
| From €300 | to €750 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:
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The Wiley Fox at The Sound House in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘It was just Amazing!! I would 100% recommend to anyone looking for the perfect event to have it here!’ -
Georgian Bar at The Black Door in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘I would definitely reccommend this venue. I would definitely come back...’ -
First Floor at 37 Dawson Street in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Really lovely professional staff- also gave us two free cocktails! Will definitely recommend!’
You'll find Christmas 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 Dublin, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average €500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 120 guests | prices average €3500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average €10000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 700 m from central Dublin, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Lobby Bar at Ruby Molly Hotel & Bar
on 26 - 33 Arran Street East - 250 m from centre.
Venue said: Its mix of Dublin market grit and polished city bar flair creates a unique backdrop for get-togethers, receptions, afterworks or informal business events. -
Private Space at Dausie's Bar, The Bull & Castle
on 5-7 Lord Edward Street - 400 m from centre.
Our user said: ‘It is also worth mentioning the staff were excellent and VERY attentive to our attendees on the night.’ -
Restuarant & Event Space at The Merchant's Arch
on Wellington Quay 48-49 Temple Bar - 700 m from centre.
Venue said: If you want a venue with atmosphere, friendly staff, and a proper Dublin feel, we’d love to have you.
For December dates, it's best to book at least 2 to 3 months in advance, especially if you're targeting Friday or Saturday evenings or popular central locations. High-demand venues in Dublin City Centre and Temple Bar can book out by early autumn. Early booking helps secure better rates and a wider choice of venues.
Yes, most Christmas bar venues in Dublin are fully licensed to serve alcohol, and many provide a staffed bar as part of the hire. Some venues operate on a minimum spend basis rather than a flat hire fee, which typically includes bar sales. If you're planning to bring your own alcohol, be sure to check the venue’s specific policies in advance.
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