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.
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 San Diego, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From $1500 | to $6000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $38 | to $75 | per person |
| From $300 | to $945 | 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 San Diego, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 75 and 100 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 125 guests | prices average $6000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central San Diego, available to book on Tagvenue:
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.
Page last updated in December 2025
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