Pub Wedding Venues for Hire in Dublin

Booking costs of pub wedding venues 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:

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

• Private Event Space at The Merchant's Arch in Temple Bar - rated 5/5
  Venue said: Our 2,000 sq ft restaurant venue is available for private hire, accommodating up to 150 seated guests or 190 for a cocktail-style celebration. It includes its own fully serviced bar, fully equipped kitchen, and private bathrooms.

• 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...’

You'll find pub wedding 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 400 m from central Dublin, available to book on Tagvenue:

• 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.
• Entire Venue at Piglet Wine Bar on 5 Cow's Lane - 400 m from centre.
  Venue said: The venue accommodates up to 56 guests and features a spacious outdoor seating area, suitable for summer parties and al fresco gatherings.
• 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.’

Smaller pub wedding venues usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in Dublin, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• The Hangout at BrewDog Outpost Dublin, rated 4.8/5 - event space for 60 guests
  Our user said: ‘Loved everything about the night was amazing...’

• Cocktail Bar at Delahunt - cocktail bar for 40 guests
  Venue said: Delahunt offers a Cocktail Bar with a vintage-like feel, filled with natural light and furnished with tea tables and armchairs. The space accommodates up to 40 guests, providing a unique and inviting atmosphere.

• Georgian Bar at The Black Door, rated 4.9/5 - bar for 40 guests
  Our user said: ‘Venue was perfect for my event.’

Cheap pub wedding venues in Dublin start from €1000 minimum spend per event or €200 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• The Wiley Fox at The Sound House, from €1000 minimum spend per event (up to 160 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘The Wiley Fox is a great venue for your celebrations!’

• 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.’

• The Hangout at BrewDog Outpost Dublin, from €200 hire fee per day (up to 60 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Loved everything about the night was amazing...’

It’s a good idea to book your wedding venue early, especially for popular spots in Dublin’s city centre. Since peak wedding season typically runs from May to September, try to secure your booking at least 6-12 months in advance for larger or unique spaces..