Santa might live at the North Pole, but his favourite bar crawl? Manhattan. From the speakeasies in the East Village dripping in tinsel to Midtown’s rooftop igloos, the Big Apple knows how to wrap up a cocktail in Christmas cheer. Some of the best Christmas bars in Manhattan are featured right here on Tagvenue and you can hire them now! We’ve lined up spaces with boozy hot cocoa, dazzling lights, and vibes that sleigh. Whether you're into retro kitsch or modern minimalism, it’s all here. Scroll on to rent your favourite holiday bar!
In Manhattan, 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 Manhattan, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $650 | to $3960 | minimum spend per event |
| From $30 | to $65 | per person |
| From $200 | to $350 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
Main Bar & Balcony at Slattery's Mid Town Pub
in Murray Hill - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Excellent venue and bartenders were extremely friendly.’
Entire Venue at The Molly Pitcher Club
in Hell's Kitchen - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The bartenders and staff were so friendly and created a great atmosphere for my party!’
Entire Bar at Revision Lounge
in Alphabet City - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘I guaranteed the bar minimum for the night so the room was all ours.’
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 Manhattan, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small Christmas bars | up to 50 guests | prices average $1200 minimum spend per event |
| Medium Christmas bars | between 65 and 100 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Large Christmas bars | over 110 guests | prices average $3500 minimum spend per event |