If you're planning a casual hangout, reunion, or birthday party, Austin’s bars for groups are ready to make it memorable— from outdoor patios on Rainey Street to unique and larger cocktail bars on the East Sixth Street district. Many of these bars offer group-friendly amenities like reserved sections, customized drink menus, and even games to keep the fun going. Whatever your style, you'll find a venue that suits your group’s vibe on Tagvenue.
Booking costs of bars for groups 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 Austin, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From $1750 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $20 | to $50 | per person |
| From $135 | to $300 | hire fee per hour |
You'll find bars for groups 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 Austin, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 55 guests | prices average $5000 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 100 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 130 guests | prices average $5000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Austin, available to book on Tagvenue:
Check out the East Cesar Chavez for a trendy mix of cool, low-key bars perfect for group events. South Brodie also offers larger casual venues where you can easily host a fun, budget-friendly bash. Just outside downtown, South Lamar features chill bars with big outdoor patios, live music, and great happy hour deals. For something a bit different, check out the bars around Mueller—this area has some cool, modern spots with plenty of room for group gatherings, and the prices are usually more reasonable than downtown.
Page last updated in December 2025
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