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Top Alternative Christmas Party Venues in Dublin
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!
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![The Terrace at The Sound House in Dublin City Centre]()
from €150
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60 guestsThe Sound HouseDublin City Centre
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KKyveli L.
“The party area itself is spacious with plenty of room for a dancefloor.” -
![Stillgarden Academy at Stillgarden Distillery in Dublin]()
from €30
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30 guestsStillgarden DistilleryDublinMMarvella E.
“I couldn’t have asked for a better venue and group of people to work with for my event.” -
![Urban Brewing Vaults at Urban Brewing | Event Space | CHQ in Dublin City Centre]()
from €85
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUrban Brewing Vaults
350 guestsUrban Brewing | Event Space | CHQDublin City CentreLocated in The Dublin Docklands our historical vaults built in the 1820s is a versatile Event Space perfect for every event. The layout of the vaults, each separated by centenary brick and stone walls, makes for an unrivalled -
![Dining Space at The Morgan Hotel in Temple Bar, Dublin]()
from €20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityDining Space
100 guestsThe Morgan HotelTemple Bar, DublinNNorielle J.
“He assisted us all the way til the day of our Christmas Party. The venue is accessible and nice.” -
![The Garden Terrace at The Croke Park Hotel in Drumcondra, Dublin]()
from €650
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Garden Terrace
70 guestsThe Croke Park HotelDrumcondra, DublinThe 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. -
![Courtyard at Christophe's Smithfield in Dublin City Centre]()
from €50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityCourtyard
100 guestsChristophe's SmithfieldDublin City CentreAn enclosed terrace for up to 30 guests seated, ideal for summer parties, birthday celebrations, BBQs, and family outings. -
![Terrace at ASADOR - 1 Haddington Road, Dublin 4 in Ballsbridge, Dublin]()
from €69
per person / per dayCheck availabilityTerrace
45 guestsASADOR - 1 Haddington Road, Dublin 4Ballsbridge, DublinThe terrace is perfect for lazy lunch in the sun and intimate dinners. The terrace is the perfect private space for Weddings Meals | Birthdays | Corporate Lunch/Dinner of 30-40 guests. -
![Whole Venue at Lane7 Dublin City Centre in Dublin City Centre]()
from €20000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
200 guestsLane7 Dublin City CentreDublin City CentreGo big with a full-venue takeover - perfect for team days, celebrations, or any night that needs a little extra spark. Pick an exclusive room stacked with its own games and its own attitude, ideal for groups who want their -
![Canal Boat Private Venue at Canal Boat Restaurant in Dublin City Centre]()
from €1250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCanal Boat Private Venue
60 guestsCanal Boat RestaurantDublin City CentreThe Canal Boat Restaurant is a floating venue moored on Dublin’s Grand Canal.It is a restored boat that offers an intimate setting for private celebrations, corporate events, and special occasions. -
![The Secret Garden at The Alex Hotel in Dublin City Centre]()
from €2000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityThe Secret Garden
50 guestsThe Alex HotelDublin City CentreBeyond its role as a dining space, The Secret Garden transforms into the perfect venue for intimate gatherings and private dining experiences. From baby showers to birthday celebrations and small corporate events, this enchanting -
![WXYZ Rooftop Bar & Venue at Aloft Dublin City in Dublin City Centre]()
from €2000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityWXYZ Rooftop Bar & Venue
200 guestsAloft Dublin CityDublin City CentreOur top-floor boardroom at Aloft Dublin City is the perfect space for productive gatherings, offering stunning views and a professional setting. Ideal for both corporate and casual meetings, it's one of the best small meeting -
![Terrace at The Glasshouse Bar in Dublin]()
from €20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityTerrace
80 guestsThe Glasshouse BarDublinStep inside and soak up the warm, inviting atmosphere that makes The Glasshouse a favorite in Dublin’s Docklands. Plus, we’re dog-friendly, so bring along your furry friends!
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FAQs about Top Alternative Christmas Party Venues in Dublin
Booking costs of quirky Christmas party venues average €35 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 June 2026:
| From €20 | to €45 | per person |
| From €300 | to €1230 | hire fee per event |
| From €2000 | to €4000 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated June 2026), the best options include:
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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...’ -
Dining Space 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 (June 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average €450 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 120 guests | prices average €500 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average €1100 hire fee per event |
These are the venues within 800 m from central Dublin, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Dausie's Bar- Private at The Bull & Castle by F.X. Buckley
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.’ -
Restuarant & Event Space at The Merchant's Arch
on Wellington Quay 48-49 Temple Bar - 700 m from centre.
Venue said: If you want a venue with atmosphere, friendly staff, and a proper Dublin feel, we’d love to have you. -
Private Dining at Darwins Restaurant
on 80 Aungier Street - 800 m from centre.
Venue said: Our private dining room can cater for 40 guest, our multiroom design allows for separate semi-private areas and is available for corporate lunch bookings.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of June 2026), users looking for quirky Christmas party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average €500 hire fee per event | typically between 60 and 130 guests |
| Bar | prices average €500 hire fee per event | typically between 50 and 240 guests |
| Event Space | prices average €1500 hire fee per day | typically between 60 and 150 guests |
| Hotel | prices average €3000 minimum spend per event | typically between 70 and 220 guests |
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.
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