Cocktail Party Venues for Hire in Dublin

Booking costs of cocktail party venues average €32 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:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:

• 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!’

• The Whiskey Bar at Lennan's Yard in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Highly highly recommend as a venue for an occasion/party! We will be back x...’

• 10 Fleet Street Restaurant at The Morgan Hotel in Temple Bar - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Bartender are really great, the drinks and cocktails were outstanding.’

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 Dublin, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):

These are the venues within 500 m from central Dublin, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Dausie's Bar- Semi Private at The Bull & Castle by F.X. Buckley on 5-7 Lord Edward Street - 400 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Venue was perfect, food amazing and all the staff on the night could not do enough for us.’
• The Vault at The Exchange Bar & Restaurant on Lord Edward Street Temple Bar - 450 m from centre.
  Venue said: The Exchange Bar & Restaurant is a restaurant housed inside a hotel that pairs contemporary Irish cooking with a live-music bar and visible musician memorabilia.
• Entire Venue at Beef & Lobster on 39-40 Parliament Street - 500 m from centre.
  Venue said: Beef & Lobster is a restaurant defined by a bright, timber‑screened dining room that organises seating into distinct table-based zones for straightforward dining.

Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for cocktail party venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller cocktail party venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Dublin, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• The Stables at Lennan's Yard, rated 4.8/5 - event space for 50 guests
  Venue said: The space is furnished with bar-height tables and stools suited to standing or bar-style seating. Ideal for: Small groups are best suited to relaxed, social, bar-style gatherings in a semi-private corner of the venue.

• Bartley's Bar at Bartley's Bar and Restaurant, rated 5/5 - bar for 40 guests
  Venue said: Bartley's Bar and Restaurant is a hotel-connected British restaurant and bar that presents casual takes on classic local and international dishes. Venue highlights: The venue provides in-house catering and supports promoted...

• Middle Bar at 37 Dawson Street, rated 4.8/5 - bar for 40 guests
  Our user said: ‘Great, decor, highly attentive staff, excellent service all around...’

Cheap cocktail party venues in Dublin start from €250 hire fee per event or €15 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• The Wiley Fox at The Sound House, from €250 hire fee per event (up to 160 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘The Wiley Fox is a great venue for your celebrations!’

• The Stables at Lennan's Yard, from €19 per person (up to 50 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Amanda, Ailbhe, and Andrea did a fantastic job managing our event.’

• Bartley's Bar at Bartley's Bar and Restaurant, from €100 hire fee per day (up to 40 guests standing)
  Venue said: Bartley's Bar and Restaurant is a hotel-connected British restaurant and bar that presents casual takes on classic local and international dishes. Venue highlights: The venue provides in-house catering and supports promoted...

You can find a great cocktail party venue in Dublin to suit your needs. Whether you want a unique experience at a trendy atmosphere like The Glasshouse Bar or Lennan's Yard, or a stylish setting at BANG, there are options for every taste. For larger events, consider contemporary event spaces like those at Viridis Offices or spacious venues in breweries. Dublin offers a variety of spaces to bring your cocktail party to life.

If you’re planning a cocktail party, evenings—especially on weekends—are the most popular time to host your event. Many venues require a minimum spend or hire fee for evening bookings to ensure exclusivity. To secure the best spot, make sure to book well in advance, particularly for centrally-located venues.