Top Holiday Bars in Houston, TX
Celebrating Xmas in Houston? We've lined up the top Christmas bars in Houston so you can skip the guesswork and get straight to the nog. From neon-lit lounges in Montrose to decked-out downtown patios, the city goes big on holiday spirit (and frozen margaritas). Whether you're planning a merry meet-up, a big office blowout, or anything in between there’s no shortage of festive spots decked up for your holiday celebration. Check out our top festive picks below. Ho ho ho!
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from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Entire Venue
90 guestsVinSantoMemorial, Houston, TXJJonathan H.
“Excellent wine bar great place for a private event.” -
from $850
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Area
30 guestsVinSantoMemorial, Houston, TXAAdun
“The booking and reservations was smooth and effortless.” -
from $25
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityInterior
50 guestsVelvet Oak TavernGreenway / Upper Kirby Area, Houston, TXBBrooke E.
“Everything was set up when we arrived, which made it a very easy and enjoyable night!” -
from $20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityOutdoor Patio
60 guestsMirage 38Houston, TXAAlicia T.
“Everything was well done. The food was amazing, service was excellent.” -
from $25
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityOutdoor
75 guestsVelvet Oak TavernGreenway / Upper Kirby Area, Houston, TXIImani F.
“I would definitely recommend this venue to others. 10/10.” -
from $1000
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
120 guestsThe Flat HoustonMontrose, Houston, TXA casual bar and lounge housed in a converted residence that centers on a music-focused social scene. Design: The venue's interior retains the proportions of a converted house, creating compact lounge zones with exposed simple
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from $65
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Dugout
51 guestsTom's Watch Bar - HoustonDowntown Houston, TXThe Dugout is a semi-private event space in Tom's Watch Bar - Houston, defined by an elongated layout that runs alongside the venue’s main service area.
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from $40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Space
500 guestsNettBarWashington Avenue Coalition / Memorial Park, Houston, TXNettBar is a great place for lovers of good alcohol - but not only! We also serve good food in our bar. The bar is located in one of the districts of Houston, Texas.
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from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
1000 guestsSocial Beer Garden HTXMidtown Houston, TXSocial Beer Garden HTX is a casual indoor-outdoor beer garden that centers on a backyard-style layout and a family- and pet-friendly atmosphere. Design: The space groups wooden picnic benches, umbrella-shaded tables and colorful
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from $15000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 guestsSantéGreenway / Upper Kirby Area, Houston, TXSanté is an upscale cocktail bar with polished, high-energy interiors that balance lounge seating and a compact area for standing and mingling. Design: The interior pairs exposed brick and dark wood with layered, low-level
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from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityOutdoor Space
500 guestsSocial Beer Garden HTXMidtown Houston, TXOutdoor Space is a private outdoor area at Social Beer Garden HTX that provides a casual, kid- and pet-friendly beer garden layout. Design: The garden combines gravel and artificial turf under open sky, enclosed by timber
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from $10000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
250 guestsSimone on SunsetUniversity Place, Houston, TXWhether sharing stories at the friendly bar, sitting in an intimate corner, or gathering with a group at the community table, there’s always something interesting to see, and definitely, always something great to eat and
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FAQs about Top Holiday Bars in Houston, TX
Booking costs 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 Houston, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $1250 | to $4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $25 | to $58 | per person |
| From $1594 | to $25000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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The Entire Venue at VinSanto in Memorial - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The booking and reservations was smooth and effortless.’ -
Interior at Velvet Oak Tavern in Greenway / Upper Kirby Area - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Everything was set up when we arrived, which made it a very easy and enjoyable night!’ -
Outdoor Patio at Mirage 38 in Houston - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The food was amazing, service was excellent.’
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 Houston, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 90 and 130 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.9 mi from central Houston, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Main Dining Room at Brasserie Du Parc
on 1440 Lamar Street - 0.2 mi from center.
Venue said: Design: The dining room has an industrial-chic bistro interior with rattan-back chairs, white square tabletops and a neutral tiled floor that keeps sightlines open. -
The Dugout at Tom's Watch Bar - Houston
on 1201 Caroline Street Suite #161 - 0.3 mi from center.
Venue said: Design: The interior combines industrial sports-bar styling and clean lines, with exposed ductwork, high ceilings, timber communal tables and leather-upholstered stools. -
Event Room at Emma's Kitchen
on 2117 Chenevert Street - 0.9 mi from center.
Venue said: Design: The room has a rectangular plan, mid-blue lower walls and white upper walls, pared-back finishes and modest decorative touches. The layout emphasises a clear central floor area.
In Houston, you can hire everything from cocktail bars, lounges, and taverns to distilleries, rooftop venues, and entertainment complexes. Many venues like the Gulf Coast Distillers offer open layouts with something special like a picturesque brewery setting or a classic car showroom for motor fanatics. Options like Tom’s Watch Bar offer festive dining with games and entertainment. There are also several upscale restaurants like Brasserie Du Parc with private dining options.
You should aim to book at least 6–8 weeks in advance, especially for Thursday through Saturday dates in December. Larger or in-demand venues can book out even earlier. Booking ahead not only gives you better availability but often helps secure more favourable pricing.
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