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 September 2026), the best options include:

• The Wiley Fox at The Sound House in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘The Wiley Fox is a great venue for your celebrations!’

• 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 (September 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: Ideal for less formal events, celebrations and meetings. Diners can choose from party food to meeting refreshments and 3 course menus designed for intimacy and communal joy.
• Entire Venue at Beef & Lobster on 39-40 Parliament Street - 500 m from centre.
  Venue said: It is ideal for intimate cocktail parties, product launches, or even filming projects. Our flexible seating layouts adapt to your vision, and with an expertly curated menu, you won’t need external catering—just bring your...

Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 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 September 2026:

• The Stables at Lennan's Yard, rated 4.8/5 - event space for 50 guests
  Our user said: ‘Highly highly recommend as a venue for an occasion/party!’

• Bartley's Bar at Bartley's Bar and Restaurant, rated 5/5 - bar for 40 guests
  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.

• None the Wiser at Hawksmoor, rated 4.7/5 - dining room for 18 guests
  Our user said: ‘The room was magnificent. The food very good quality.’

Cheap cocktail party venues in Dublin start from €20 per person or €200 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• Lounge & Bar at 9 Below, from €20 per person (up to 80 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘I recommend this stunning space for a private event. Without a doubt I will be back!’

• Barney’s Bar at Harcourt Bar & Garden, from €200 hire fee per event (up to 48 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Great comms before we booked and very easy to deal with. Great private room, almost felt like a secret room.’

• Bartley's Bar at Bartley's Bar and Restaurant, from €100 hire fee per day (up to 40 guests standing)
  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.

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.