Gig Venues for Hire in Dublin

Booking costs of gig venues average €25 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 March 2026:

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

• The Main Room at The Sound House in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Mirella, Tiernan and the rest of the team were very kind, efficient and helpful for our gig.’

• Piano Bar at The Black Door in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘I would definitely reccommend this venue.’

• The Whiskey Bar at Lennan's Yard in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Everyone loved the food & the room & space had a lovely flow for the amount of people we had.’

You'll find gig 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 (March 2026):

These are the venues within 850 m from central Dublin, available to book on Tagvenue:

• 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.’
• Entire Venue at Craic Den Comedy Club on 10 Wellington Quay Temple Bar - 500 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘We had an unbelievable time and everything went as well as Gary had communicated.’
• 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.

Dublin City Centre is the go-to spot, with places like Wigwam and Bartley’s Bar offering great setups for gigs. If you want that classic Dublin pub vibe, Temple Bar has venues like Buskers Bar, which is always lively. For a venue that is a bit different, Stillorgan and Edmondstown have great options with spacious venues that work well for private gigs.

Most venues set up for live music will have a decent sound system, but some places are more equipped than others. Dedicated gig venues like The Sound House already have pro-level audio gear, while bars and restaurants might require you to bring your own or hire extra equipment. If sound quality is a top priority, always ask about the PA system and if a sound engineer is included in the hire fee. You can also use our search filter to find venues with specific equipment.

Many Dublin bars and restaurants double as live music venues! Spots like 37 Dawson Street and Zozimus Bar have stylish setups where you can host a gig with drinks and food included. If you're looking for something bigger, places like Lennan’s Yard work well for larger performances and can even be booked on a minimum spend basis.