Top Comedy Venues in Dublin
In Dublin’s stand-up comedy venues, the punchlines hit as fast as the pints. From late-night banter echoing across Temple Bar to intimate gigs tucked behind Grafton Street, this city knows how to work a crowd. Think basement rooms with proper atmosphere, upstairs pub spaces primed for laughter, and venues with sound systems sharp enough to catch every comeback. Need late licences or space for a lively audience? Filter by capacity, tech, and budget in seconds, then line up your next night of pure craic.
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from €19
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Whiskey Bar
30 guestsLennan's YardDublin City Centre#Supervenue
MMarte K.
“The space is stunning, and lovely and private. I ordered the finger food for my guest, and it was divine.” -
from €750
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityPiano Bar
75 guestsThe Black DoorDublin City CentreSSusan O.
“I would definitely reccommend this venue. I would definitely come back” -
from €1200
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityBar One
150 guestsBuskers On The BallTemple Bar, DublinAAnastasia M.
“The staff was really nice and helpful, the venue is great.” -
from €1100
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityThomas Prior Hall
200 guestsClayton Hotel BallsbridgeBallsbridge, DublinLocated in the heart of Ballsbridge in Dublin's South City, Thomas Prior Hall is steeped in history with its unique 19th-century dining hall, set in a beautifully manicured lawn.
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from €1100
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityPrivate Screen - Screen 1
400 guestsODEON Point SquareDublinThere is simply no competition in terms of size, sight or sound. Purpose built to cater for conferences and events as much as movies, this is the perfect venue for your next event.
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from €1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilitySinatra's Bar
80 guestsThe Arlington HotelDublin City CentreThe Arlington Hotel is a historic hotel that combines an on-site bar and restaurant with regular traditional Irish music and dance performances. Venue highlights: In-house catering and a staffed bar support evening private
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from €1300
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityBar Two
400 guestsBuskers On The BallTemple Bar, DublinBuskers On The Ball is Dublin’s ultimate interactive sports and entertainment bar, located in the heart of Temple Bar. Combining competitive games, great food, refreshing drinks and a lively atmosphere, it’s the perfect destination
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from €398
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Main Room
100 guestsThe Sound HouseDublin City CentreRRob S.
“The venue was excellently ran & all went smoothly. Mirella was very helpful and communication was great.” -
from €150
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Terrace
45 guestsThe Sound HouseDublin City CentreSSamira H.
“The staff, the venue and the food” -
from €220
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityStand-Up and Comedy Space
100 guestsIn Stitches Comedy ClubTemple Bar, DublinIn Stitches Comedy Club is a basement stand-up comedy club inside Peadar Kearney's Pub that presents intimate, close-up shows. Venue highlights: The club operates as a promoted, ticketed performance venue, so private hires
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from €18
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
50 guestsCraic Den Comedy ClubTemple Bar, DublinJJoe C.
“We had an unbelievable time and everything went as well as Gary had communicated.” -
from €19
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Stables
50 guestsLennan's YardDublin City Centre#Supervenue
OOlivia P.
“Great friendly pleasant service. The food was delicious and plentiful.”
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FAQs about Top Comedy Venues in Dublin
Booking costs of stand-up comedy venues average €1100 hire fee per event. 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 €398 | to €1200 | hire fee per event |
| From €74 | to €110 | hire fee per hour |
| From €18 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Bar One at Buskers On The Ball in Temple Bar - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The staff was really nice and helpful, the venue is great.’ -
Piano Bar at The Black Door in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Venue was brillant and everyone was very nice and helpful...’ -
The Whiskey Bar at Lennan's Yard in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Everyone loved the food & the room & space had a lovely flow for the amount of people we had.’
These are the venues within 800 m from central Dublin, available to book on Tagvenue:
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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.’ -
Stand-Up and Comedy Space at In Stitches Comedy Club
on 64 Dame Street Peadar Kearney's Pub (Basement or Cellar) - 600 m from centre.
Venue said: Best for: Stand-up comedy nights, comedy showcases and comedy workshops. Location: Dame Street in central Dublin sits within the city's nightlife and theatre district, providing nearby pubs, live-music venues and theatres... -
The Market Bar at The Market Bar
on 14A Fade Street Dublin 2 - 800 m from centre.
Venue said: Located in the heart of Dublin 2, this landmark venue brings together five distinct event spaces in one central location. Just a short distance from the Docklands and the Convention Centre, it offers a versatile setting for...
Cheap stand-up comedy venues in Dublin start from €15 per person or €150 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Bar One at Buskers On The Ball, from €15 per person (up to 150 guests seated)
Venue said: Buskers On The Ball is Dublin’s ultimate interactive sports and entertainment bar, located in the heart of Temple Bar. Combining competitive games, great food, refreshing drinks and a lively atmosphere, it’s the perfect destination... -
The Terrace at The Sound House, from €150 hire fee per event (up to 45 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘The place and the staff was fantastic. The food was absolutely incredible. My son had a blast.’ -
The Conference Room at PH Sound Systems, from €40 hire fee per hour (up to 20 guests seated)
Venue said: This is a private area that can hold meetings and conferences for a number of clients. The large table arrangement and number of chairs allow a calm and inclusive space to communicate as a group.
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