Activity Bars for Rent in New York City, NY

Booking costs of activity bars average $3000 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 New York City, based on Tagvenue data:

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

• SOHO MIXOLOGY BAR & EVENT at LOCAL 92 EVENT BAR (40-200cap) in Nolita - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘The manager was beyond communicative and accommodating! Great space with art and place for a DJ.’

• Back Room at B Lounge NYC in East Village - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘Loved the space, the music, the lighting, the access to our private restroom!’

• Entire Bar at Revision Lounge in Alphabet City - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘The guests could not stop gushing about what a cool vibe and great space it was.’

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 New York City, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

These are the venues within 0.5 mi from central New York City, available to book on Tagvenue:

• SOHO MIXOLOGY BAR & EVENT at LOCAL 92 EVENT BAR (40-200cap) on 244 Mulberry Street b\w Spring & Prince - 0.1 mi from center.
  Our user said: ‘The manager was beyond communicative and accommodating! Great space with art and place for a DJ.’
• Downstairs at Two Doors Down on 159 East Houston Street - 0.4 mi from center.
  Our user said: ‘The space was perfect and staff was so friendly!’
• Mezzanine at Pianos on 158 Ludlow Street - 0.5 mi from center.
  Our user said: ‘Staff went out of their way to make sure everything went smoothly.’

Smaller activity bars usually fit up to 40 guests. Here are some great options in New York City, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• The RPM Signature at RPM Underground, rated 5/5 - karaoke bar for 12 guests
  Our user said: ‘We all had a great time and would definitely book this venue again in the future.’

• Private Room 1 at Christmas Karaoke - karaoke bar for 40 guests
  Venue said: Delicious dishes and perfect drinks will arrive in this room while you will be having a time of your life, what could be better?

• Fourth Karaoke Room at MS. KIM'S Lounge & Private Karaoke, rated 5/5 - event space for 16 guests
  Venue said: Delicious dishes and perfect drinks will arrive in this room while you will be having a time of your life, what could be better?

Cheap activity bars in New York City start from $300 minimum spend per event or $90 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• Entire Venue at The Molly Pitcher Club, from $300 minimum spend per event (up to 100 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘I couldn't have asked for a better place to host!’

• The RPM Signature at RPM Underground, from $90 hire fee per hour (up to 12 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘The cost is great too and amongst many it’s so worth it!’

• Room 5 at Christmas Karaoke, from $10 per person (up to 50 guests standing)
  Venue said: Room 5 is a part of Christmas Karaoke located at 47-29 Bell Blvd in Queens New York. Karaoke culture is widely spread in Asia and at this venue, you have the opportunity to try it for yourself.