Activity Bars for Rent in New York City, NY

Booking costs of activity bars average $2850 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 October 2026), the best options include:

• 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!’

• 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.’

• Entire Venue at The Molly Pitcher Club in Hell's Kitchen - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘The venue was perfect for my event. I would host another party here in a heartbeat.’

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 (October 2026):

These are the venues within 0.4 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!’
• Entire Venue at Mehanata Bulgarian Bar on 113 Ludlow Street - 0.4 mi from center.
  Venue said: What guests say: The venue has a lively atmosphere, distinctive decorative details and generally friendly staff.

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

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

• VIP Room at Houston Hall, rated 4.9/5 - lounge for 30 guests
  Venue said: What sets it apart: A tucked-away wooden bar counter with multiple draft taps provides a private serving point inside the room.

• Small Karaoke Room at MS. KIM'S Lounge & Private Karaoke, rated 5/5 - karaoke bar for 10 guests
  Venue said: Small Karaoke Room is a private room in a Karaoke Bar with an intimate, booth-style layout and compact proportions that concentrate activity into a single enclosed space.

Cheap activity bars in New York City start from $500 minimum spend per event or $90 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• Back Room at B Lounge NYC, from $500 minimum spend per event (up to 40 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Loved the space, the music, the lighting, the access to our private restroom!’

• The Slutever Room at RPM Underground, from $90 hire fee per hour (up to 12 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘The space itself is gorgeous! I can’t wait to do something here again!’

• Private Room 1 at Christmas Karaoke, from $10 per person (up to 40 guests standing)
  Venue said: Private Room 1 is a Private Room in a Karaoke Bar defined by a compact, intimate layout centred on a single long table and bench seating. Design: The room has dark walls, a low ceiling and close proportions that create an...