Fog rolls over the hills while groups gather across the city looking for something more exciting than another round of drinks. People searching for Activity Bars in San Francisco can find venues featuring shuffleboard, arcade games, karaoke, mini golf, and interactive experiences from SoMa to Fisherman's Wharf. Many locations combine entertainment, food, and drinks in one place, making planning refreshingly straightforward. Several spaces also provide private hire packages for birthdays and team events. Browse the listings below and find a venue where everyone gets involved.
Booking costs of activity bars average $2087 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 San Francisco, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $1000 | to $5400 | minimum spend per event |
| From $20 | to $55 | per person |
| From $326 | to $560 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Rick & Roxy's at Rick & Roxy's
in Cow Hollow - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Roxy's is an incredible venue, all the guests kept talking about how fun and spacious the place was!’
Karaoke Room at Question Mark Tavern
in South of Market (SOMA) - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘10/10 will book with them again. If you're eyeing this bar for a party, don't think, DO it!’
Lounge & Bar at Paris 75
in North Beach - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was clean, classy, and the service was great.’
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 San Francisco, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 90 guests | prices average $1200 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 100 and 150 guests | prices average $500 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 245 guests | prices average $5400 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 1.4 mi from central San Francisco, available to book on Tagvenue:
Cheap activity bars in San Francisco start from $500 minimum spend per event or $20 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Rick & Roxy's at Rick & Roxy's, from $500 minimum spend per event
(up to 300 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Roxy's is an incredible venue, all the guests kept talking about how fun and spacious the place was!’
Full Buyout at 1920 Bar, from $20 per person
(up to 99 guests standing)
Venue said: With a Full Buyout of our space, you can host a bigger event with a capacity of 99 attendees. Your guests can be seated at comfortable booths or at tables.
Entire Venue at Honey Art Gallery, from $50 hire fee per hour
(up to 75 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘It is very much alive and well! Please book with her! I will continue to do so’...’
Page last updated in September 2026
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