Snow? No thanks. In San Diego, it’s palm trees wrapped in Christmas lights and beachside bars blasting Feliz Navidad. The top Christmas bars in San Diego are big on kitsch with tiki Santas, frozen eggnog, and rooftop heaters in the Gaslamp. North Park is quirky. La Jolla brings the best views. And a bunch of spots stay open for Christmas Day cocktails. Whether you’re planning a laid-back party or something flashier, Tagvenue helps you find the best fit fast. Small crew or big bash, we’ve got the space. You just worry about getting the ugly sweaters ready.
In San Diego, 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 San Diego, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $1500 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $31 | to $65 | per person |
| From $300 | to $500 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
The Collective Bar at The Collective
in Pacific Beach - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The venue is perfect for an intimate party/ gathering.’
Patio at New Motion Beverages & Embolden Beer Company
in Miramar - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Megan and Kyle made it so easy to book and were very communicative with me.’
Upstairs Bar at Fairweather Rooftop Bar
in East Village - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Rented the entire rooftop for a 60 person event and everything was perfect.’
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 San Diego, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small Christmas bars | up to 60 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium Christmas bars | between 75 and 100 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large Christmas bars | over 125 guests | prices average $5000 minimum spend per event |
Affordable venues include Myst Lounge in the Gaslamp Quarter, offering rates from $30 per person, and Charlie & Echo in Miramar with minimum spend pricing starting at $600 per session.
The Collective in Pacific Beach also provides full session access from $750, perfect for family-sized holiday dinners on a budget.