Dublin does Christmas in its own quirky way, and your holiday party should be no different! Swap the standard event spaces for something a bit more memorable. Think restaurant venues in Temple Bar or along the Grand Canal, decked out in twinkling lights, with cosy corners and unique features that make your Christmas party pop. These spaces offer everything from live entertainment to themed decorations, ensuring your guests have a blast from start to finish. Dublin’s quirky Christmas party venues add personality to your party and guarantee a night to remember!
Festive event offers are suitable for family celebrations, company parties, and anything in-between. They usually include venue use, catering, drinks, and additional services such as A/V equipment. Some spaces might even come decorated for the holidays! Christmas deals in Dublin offer minimum spend ranging from €18 to €25000, or packages between €7.50 and €89.90 per person. You'll find options for 30 to 650 guests.
Booking costs of quirky Christmas party venues average €34 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 €23 | to €49 | per person |
| From €1000 | to €4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From €300 | to €1230 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Urban Brewing Vaults at Urban Brewing | Event Space | CHQ
in Dublin City Centre - rated 5/5
Venue said: Centrally located in the beautifully restored vaults of the listed CHQ building in Dublin’s Docklands, Urban Brewing is a unique concept venue, the first of its kind in Dublin.
The Terrace at The Sound House
in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The staff, the venue and the food...’
10 Fleet Street Restaurant at The Morgan Hotel
in Temple Bar - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘He assisted us all the way til the day of our Christmas Party.’
You'll find quirky Christmas 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):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average €1250 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 120 guests | prices average €2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average €1100 hire fee per event |
These are the venues within 750 m from central Dublin, available to book on Tagvenue:
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for quirky Christmas party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average €1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 150 guests |
| Event Space | prices average €1500 hire fee per day | typically between 70 and 190 guests |
| Hotel | prices average €2550 minimum spend per event | typically between 70 and 200 guests |
| Bar | prices average €300 hire fee per event | typically between 50 and 160 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average €1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 100 guests |
Smaller quirky Christmas party venues usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in Dublin, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Private Dining at Lennan's Yard, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 30 guests
Our user said: ‘Highly highly recommend as a venue for an occasion/party!’
Shaw Room at Harcourt Bar & Garden, rated 4.5/5 - function room for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘The room was perfect for our numbers.’
Georgian Bar at The Black Door, rated 4.9/5 - bar for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘Venue was perfect for my event.’
Cheap quirky Christmas party venues in Dublin start from €650 hire fee per day or €500 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
The Garden Terrace at The Croke Park Hotel, from €650 hire fee per day
(up to 70 guests standing)
Venue said: The Garden Terrace is an elegant yet relaxed and fresh area, with its own cocktail bar, retractable awning, and heaters. It is the perfect year-round outdoor space, complementing the restaurant for alfresco dining and drinks.
None the Wiser at Hawksmoor, from €500 minimum spend per event
(up to 18 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘Would highly recommend this room for private gatherings where you won't worry about disturbing other guests.’
Bar Area at The Portobello Bar, from €150 hire fee per event
(up to 80 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘I’ve already recommended it to all my friends and will definitely be celebrating my birthday there again.’
There are many different unusual venues in the city available for Christmas parties, from themed bars to creative spaces. You can find quirky restaurants, bars, and distilleries with a unique twist, like weird decor or themed settings. Event spaces with entertainment options like games or live music are also available for larger groups. Some venues even have outdoor areas or exclusive private rooms to add a special touch to your celebration.
Page last updated in September 2026
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