Chicago winters have inspired generations to find creative indoor entertainment, and activity bars answer the call perfectly. Groups looking for Activity Bars in Chicago can choose from venues featuring bowling, darts, karaoke, arcade games, and immersive challenges throughout the city. Many locations sit close to popular dining and nightlife districts, helping groups extend the evening with ease. Private event packages are also available for celebrations and work gatherings. Scroll down and choose your next destination.
Booking costs of activity bars average $1500 minimum spend 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 Chicago, based on Tagvenue data from June 2026:
| From $1000 | to $3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $30 | to $100 | hire fee per hour |
| From $50 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated June 2026), the best options include:
Full Buyout at Howl at the Moon, Chicago
in River North - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Katie was incredibly responsive as an event planner for the venue, and the experience was a ton of fun.’
The Event Space at Uptown Taproom
in Uptown - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue, the food was excellent, and the service was good too.’
Whole Venue at Theme House Restaurant & Karaoke Bar
in Chinatown - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘My experience was wonderful! Elsie and the staff were so helpful and welcoming.’
You'll find activity bars 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 Chicago, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (June 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 100 guests | prices average $150 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 125 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
Page last updated in June 2026
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