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Top Christmas Bars in Austin, TX
Jingle bells and espresso martinis? Only in Austin. As the city lights up, Christmas bars across Rainey Street and East Austin roll out the festive cheer with twinkly lights, mulled drinks, and enough space for your rowdy crew and your Secret Santa gifts. But if you want a bar that’s not already overrun with office parties, now’s the time to strike. If you're plotting a low-key catch-up or a big end-of-year bash, Tagvenue helps you sidestep the chaos and find your special kind of festivity.
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![Entire Venue at Parlor Room in Rainey Street Historic District, Austin, TX]()
from $10000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 guestsParlor RoomRainey Street Historic District, Austin, TXParlor Room is a small space located in Austin where you'll find a Craftsman house redesigned into an entertainment space. On-site, you'll find 2 full-service bars, an indoor space, and a patio with seating. -
![Verbena Bar & Lounge at Verbena Food & Drink in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $1750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityVerbena Bar & Lounge
60 guestsVerbena Food & DrinkDowntown Austin, TX
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Verbena’s Bar & Lounge is a lively, design-forward space located in the heart of our restaurant—perfect for social gatherings, networking events, happy hours, and casual celebrations. -
![Partial Buyout at Bungalow in Rainey Street Historic District, Austin, TX]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPartial Buyout
150 guestsBungalowRainey Street Historic District, Austin, TXPartial buyouts available reserving the backyard exclusive to your guests. The backyard space includes a private full-service bar. -
![Mezzanine at The Roosevelt Room in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $3400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMezzanine
60 guestsThe Roosevelt RoomDowntown Austin, TXThe 20' bar on the Mezzanine is fully stocked, featuring 200+ Spirits, award-winning Cocktails, Beer, and Wine. -
![Full Buyout at The Roosevelt Room in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $5600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Buyout
250 guestsThe Roosevelt RoomDowntown Austin, TXWe feature a seated cocktail experience in our downstairs dining room with table service provided by our knowledgeable bar staff who can guide our guests through the expansive list of cocktails. -
![Front Lounge & Downstairs Bar at The Eleanor in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $3300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFront Lounge & Downstairs Bar
100 guestsThe EleanorDowntown Austin, TXThe Front Lounge has 1,000 sq. ft. of perfect space for your guests to enjoy! Whether you're hosting a small dinner or an event for your business, Front Lounge brings together a set of features that make it the perfect place -
![Entire Venue at The Rooftop on 6th in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $2500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
350 guestsThe Rooftop on 6thDowntown Austin, TXThe rooftop on 6th is a 1st-floor entrance that greets guests with sleek, modern design elements. A grand staircase leads up to the space, setting the tone for a nightclub experience. -
![Full Venue at Bungalow in Rainey Street Historic District, Austin, TX]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue
414 guestsBungalowRainey Street Historic District, Austin, TXBungalow is available for full venue buyouts including both indoor and outdoor spaces, 2 full-service bars, LED wall and Food truck available for private events. -
![Upstairs Patio at Gnar Bar in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Patio
40 guestsGnar BarDowntown Austin, TXIf you're looking for the best place to grab a pint in Austin, then you don't have to look any further than Gnar Bar. Think that you're too old for action sports? -
![Outside Patio at Moontower Saloon in Austin, TX]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityOutside Patio
1000 guestsMoontower SaloonAustin, TXOutside is a neighbourhood bar and grill, a gathering place for friends, family, and lovers of good food. We're all about the atmosphere (and the volleyball). -
![2nd Floor Balcony at The Rooftop on 6th in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $2500
hire fee / per dayCheck availability2nd Floor Balcony
200 guestsThe Rooftop on 6thDowntown Austin, TXThe balcony is spacious, with a sleek, industrial design featuring metal railings and exposed beams, complementing the modern aesthetic of the space. -
![Mezzanine at The Eleanor in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $2800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMezzanine
60 guestsThe EleanorDowntown Austin, TXThe mezzanine delivers a unique experience for your guests with comfy sofas, balconies, and its own fully-stocked bar staffed and licensed with 200+ Spirits, award-winning Cocktails, Beer, and Wine This private event space
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FAQs about Top Christmas Bars in Austin, TX
In Austin, prices of Christmas 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 Austin, based on Tagvenue data from October 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 Christmas 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 Austin, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small Christmas bars | up to 60 guests | prices average $2800 minimum spend per event |
| Medium Christmas bars | between 80 and 125 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large Christmas bars | over 200 guests | prices average $5000 minimum spend per event |
Downtown Austin dominates as the go-to area for Christmas bars, with many venues having stylish interiors and large capacities ideal for festive events. Areas like East Cesar Chavez and the Rainey Street Historic District are also popular, known for their bar culture and creative atmospheres. For something slightly outside the centre, South Brodie and West Campus have larger spaces suited for big corporate parties or community celebrations.
To keep costs low, consider booking early, especially for December weekends, which fill up quickly. Look into off-peak days like Mondays through Wednesdays or consider daytime events. Venues with Christmas or event packages, like Blue Owl Brewing, often offer excellent value for mid-sized groups. Comparing minimum spends against included services like staffing, bar packages, or AV equipment is another good way to find better value.
