Political debates are not the only competitions taking place in Washington. Groups searching for Activity Bars in Washington, DC can choose from venues featuring darts, arcade games, shuffleboard, karaoke, and immersive entertainment experiences throughout the city. Many locations provide food and drinks alongside the activities, making them ideal for birthdays, networking events, and work socials. Several venues also offer private areas for exclusive gatherings. Browse the options below and start planning.
Booking costs of activity bars average $2000 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 Washington, DC, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $2000 | to $8000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $300 | to $1100 | hire fee per hour |
| From $75 | per person |
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 Washington, DC, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 70 guests | prices average $80 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 100 and 180 guests | prices average $1100 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 250 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 1.2 mi from central Washington, DC, available to book on Tagvenue:
Cheap activity bars in Washington, DC start from $1750 minimum spend per event or $80 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Indoor Space at Tonic At Quigley’s Bar and Restaurant, from $1750 minimum spend per event
(up to 100 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The space is a great size and very versatile.’
Exclusive Hire at Swingers Dupont Circle, from $80 hire fee per hour
(up to 450 guests standing)
Venue said: You can hire out Swingers in its entirety for parties of up to 525 people. Exclusive hire gets you the run of the venue and the opportunity to fully personalize your event experience.
Entire Venue at Madam's Organ, from $75 per person
(up to 393 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Extremely good, friendly staff, great space and decoration...’
Page last updated in September 2026
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