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Top Christmas Bars in Chicago, IL
Ever had a Christmas cocktail under twinkling lights with the Chicago skyline peeking through the window? You’re in luck! Tagvenue has the best Christmas bars in the city, from kid-friendly setups in Lincoln Park to late-night spots in River North. Enjoy garland-wrapped booths, peppermint martinis, hot cocoa for the little ones, and hearty festive food from sliders to turkey melts at neighborhood bars. Suburban favourites around Oak Brook and Naperville also bring the charm, while many downtown bars stay open even on Christmas Day. Big family gathering? Quiet drink for two? Office bash? We’ve got spaces that suit every group size and party style. Skip the stress! Tagvenue makes booking your perfect holiday bar a breeze. Browse away.
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![The Parlour at The Albion at The Albion Manor in Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Parlour at The Albion
75 guestsThe Albion ManorLincoln Park, Chicago, IL
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KKatherine N.
“Johanna provided excellent service with the room set-up and managing the bar.” -
![Private Party Room at Claddagh Ring Pub in Ravenswood, Chicago, IL]()
from $75
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityPrivate Party Room
50 guestsCladdagh Ring PubRavenswood, Chicago, IL
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AAamir B.
“Good space and service, easy setup for outside food, good bartending” -
![Bootleg at Everything Bar in West Town, Chicago, IL]()
from $750
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBootleg
50 guestsEverything BarWest Town, Chicago, IL
#Supervenue
JJack K.
“We rented the room downstairs and it was great! Loved the decor and that we could play our own music.” -
![Entire Venue at Claddagh Ring Pub in Ravenswood, Chicago, IL]()
from $99
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
100 guestsCladdagh Ring PubRavenswood, Chicago, IL
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KKelly D.
“Great space, perfect location and friendly bartenders! Highly recommend this venue!” -
![Rooftop Bar at The Pony in Lakeview, Chicago, IL]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRooftop Bar
80 guestsThe PonyLakeview, Chicago, ILAAbigail
“Our bartender, Bekah, was incredibly lovely and we had such a wonderful time!!” -
![Private Space Within Venue at Clara Chicago in Wicker Park, Chicago, IL]()
from $600
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityPrivate Space Within Venue
60 guestsClara ChicagoWicker Park, Chicago, ILEElvira P.
“The cocktails were incredible, and the bartender was kept busy but never seemed overwhelmed.” -
![Semi-Private Back Bar Space at The River Kitchen & Bar in Lakeview, Chicago, IL]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-Private Back Bar Space
150 guestsThe River Kitchen & BarLakeview, Chicago, ILMMolly P.
“The venue was nice, clean, and super fun! I will definitely be back to The River & recommend it to my friends.” -
![First Floor at The Dandy Crown in West Town, Chicago, IL]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFirst Floor
40 guestsThe Dandy CrownWest Town, Chicago, ILSSusi B.
“The bartenders changed a few times through the night, but it didn't stop the flow of delicious drinks.” -
![Main Dining Room at Everything Bar in West Town, Chicago, IL]()
from $750
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityMain Dining Room
220 guestsEverything BarWest Town, Chicago, IL
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MMadeline B.
“Our guests had a great time at everything bar! They were great to work with” -
![First Floor Bar at iO Theater in Near North Side, Chicago, IL]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFirst Floor Bar
200 guestsiO TheaterNear North Side, Chicago, ILTThandi P.
“The venue was even more spacious than I expected and plenty of bars to accommodate my guests.” -
![Outdoor Patio at The Dandy Crown in West Town, Chicago, IL]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityOutdoor Patio
140 guestsThe Dandy CrownWest Town, Chicago, ILTTara D.
“The whole process went smoothly and everyone was so wonderful to work with. Cam, our bartender, was a delight!” -
![The Event Space at Uptown Taproom in Uptown, Chicago, IL]()
from $250
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Event Space
50 guestsUptown TaproomUptown, Chicago, IL
#Supervenue
MMatt B.
“Great venue, the food was excellent, and the service was good too. Would definitely recommend!”
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FAQs about Top Christmas Bars in Chicago, IL
In Chicago, prices of Christmas 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 Chicago, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $1000 | to $3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $35 | to $50 | per person |
| From $75 | to $350 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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The Parlour at The Albion at The Albion Manor in Lincoln Park - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The staff was incredible - so helpful and friendly. The room is gorgeous- such a great vibe.’ -
Private Party Room at Claddagh Ring Pub in Ravenswood - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The bar was excellent. It was really one of the only ones I found that was reasonably priced to rent.’ -
Bootleg at Everything Bar in West Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We rented the room downstairs and it was great!’
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 Chicago, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small Christmas bars | up to 50 guests | prices average $1650 minimum spend per event |
| Medium Christmas bars | between 70 and 120 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large Christmas bars | over 140 guests | prices average $3500 minimum spend per event |
Claddagh Ring Pub in Ravenswood offers a cozy space for up to 50 people with rental fees starting at $75/hour. Sushi by Bou West Loop is ideal for intimate parties with standing room for 25 and pricing at $60 per person. Over in Lakeview, The River Kitchen & Bar offers group-friendly layouts and pricing from $30 per person for spaces holding 40–45 guests.
Several venues offer per-person pricing that typically includes drinks and catering options. Barcocina Lakeview / Lincoln Park and its sister venue in West Town both provide packages at $35 per person, ideal for mid-size groups. Azul in West Town offers a more upscale experience with evening rates from $55 per person, perfect for larger events with more inclusive options.
