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.
Booking costs 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 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 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 (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:
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.
Page last updated in December 2025
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