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Top Alternative Christmas Party Venues in Dublin
Dublin does Christmas in its own quirky way, and your holiday party should be no different! Swap the standard event spaces for something a bit more memorable. Think restaurant venues in Temple Bar or along the Grand Canal, decked out in twinkling lights, with cosy corners and unique features that make your Christmas party pop. These spaces offer everything from live entertainment to themed decorations, ensuring your guests have a blast from start to finish. Dublin’s quirky Christmas party venues add personality to your party and guarantee a night to remember!
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![The Terrace at The Sound House in Dublin City Centre]()
from €150
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60 guestsThe Sound HouseDublin City Centre
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KKyveli L.
“The party area itself is spacious with plenty of room for a dancefloor.” -
![Stillgarden Academy at Stillgarden Distillery in Dublin]()
from €30
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30 guestsStillgarden DistilleryDublinMMarvella E.
“I couldn’t have asked for a better venue and group of people to work with for my event.” -
![Urban Brewing Vaults at Urban Brewing | Event Space | CHQ in Dublin City Centre]()
from €85
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUrban Brewing Vaults
350 guestsUrban Brewing | Event Space | CHQDublin City CentreLocated in The Dublin Docklands our historical vaults built in the 1820s is a versatile Event Space perfect for every event. The layout of the vaults, each separated by centenary brick and stone walls, makes for an unrivalled -
![Dining Space at The Morgan Hotel in Temple Bar, Dublin]()
from €20
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100 guestsThe Morgan HotelTemple Bar, DublinNNorielle J.
“He assisted us all the way til the day of our Christmas Party. The venue is accessible and nice.” -
![The Garden Terrace at The Croke Park Hotel in Drumcondra, Dublin]()
from €650
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Garden Terrace
70 guestsThe Croke Park HotelDrumcondra, DublinThe Garden Terrace is an elegant yet relaxed and fresh area, with its own cocktail bar, retractable awning, and heaters. It is the perfect year-round outdoor space, complementing the restaurant for alfresco dining and drinks. -
![Courtyard at Christophe's Smithfield in Dublin City Centre]()
from €50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityCourtyard
100 guestsChristophe's SmithfieldDublin City CentreAn enclosed terrace for up to 30 guests seated, ideal for summer parties, birthday celebrations, BBQs, and family outings. -
![The Chelsea Underground at The Chelsea Drugstore in Dublin City Centre]()
from €32.95
per personCheck availabilityThe Chelsea Underground
50 guestsThe Chelsea DrugstoreDublin City CentreHidden beneath The Chelsea Drugstore, Chelsea Underground is a speakeasy-style bar with exposed brick walls and a distinctive underground feel. The venue has its own private bar and dedicated facilities, offering groups a -
![Terrace at ASADOR - 1 Haddington Road, Dublin 4 in Ballsbridge, Dublin]()
from €69
per person / per dayCheck availabilityTerrace
45 guestsASADOR - 1 Haddington Road, Dublin 4Ballsbridge, DublinThe terrace is perfect for lazy lunch in the sun and intimate dinners. The terrace is the perfect private space for Weddings Meals | Birthdays | Corporate Lunch/Dinner of 30-40 guests. -
![Whole Venue at Lane7 Dublin City Centre in Dublin City Centre]()
from €20000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
200 guestsLane7 Dublin City CentreDublin City CentreGo big with a full-venue takeover - perfect for team days, celebrations, or any night that needs a little extra spark. Pick an exclusive room stacked with its own games and its own attitude, ideal for groups who want their -
![Canal Boat Private Venue at Canal Boat Restaurant in Dublin City Centre]()
from €1300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCanal Boat Private Venue
60 guestsCanal Boat RestaurantDublin City CentreThe Canal Boat Restaurant is a floating venue moored on Dublin’s Grand Canal.It is a restored boat that offers an intimate setting for private celebrations, corporate events, and special occasions. -
![The Secret Garden at The Alex Hotel in Dublin City Centre]()
from €2000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityThe Secret Garden
50 guestsThe Alex HotelDublin City CentreBeyond its role as a dining space, The Secret Garden transforms into the perfect venue for intimate gatherings and private dining experiences. From baby showers to birthday celebrations and small corporate events, this enchanting -
![WXYZ Rooftop Bar & Venue at Aloft Dublin City in Dublin City Centre]()
from €75
per personCheck availabilityWXYZ Rooftop Bar & Venue
200 guestsAloft Dublin CityDublin City CentreOur top-floor boardroom at Aloft Dublin City is the perfect space for productive gatherings, offering stunning views and a professional setting. Ideal for both corporate and casual meetings, it's one of the best small meeting
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What Christmas packages are available in Dublin?
Festive event offers are suitable for family celebrations, company parties, and anything in-between. They usually include venue use, catering, drinks, and additional services such as A/V equipment. Some spaces might even come decorated for the holidays! Christmas deals in Dublin offer packages between €7.50 and €89.90 per person. You'll find options for 40 to 250 guests.
• Three-course festive dinner with tea and coffee
• Welcome festive drink on arrival
• Dancefloor
STARTERS
1. Creamy mushroom soup
2. Goats cheese & red onion tart
3. Howth smoked Irish salmon
4. Chicken liver parfait
MAINS
1. Supreme of herb roasted free range chicken
2. Pan-seared sea bass
3. 7oz fillet of beef
4. Traditional roast crown of turkey
DESSERT
1. Christmas pudding
2. Banoffee tart
3. Chocolate fudge cake
MENU NOTES
• Up to 50 guests: 2 starters – 2 mains – 1 dessert
• More than 50 guests: 1 starter – 2 mains – 1 dessert
TAPAS SELECTION
1. Marinated mixed olives
2. Ham & bechamel croquettes
3. Marketbar meatballs
4. Padron peppers
5. Chorizo in red wine
6. Patatas bravas
7. Gambas pil pil and crispy nduja
8. Chicken skewers
• Prosecco reception on arrival
BITES
1. Picanha Slider
2. Crispy Chicken Slider
3. Tomato Tartare
4. Manchego Mac and Cheese Bites
• Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free platters available
SHARING PLATTER
1. Beef sliders
2. Chicken gyoza
3. BBQ pulled pork tacos
4. Tempura shrimp
5. Mozzarella sticks
6. Spiced cocktail sausages
7. Hot ‘n Kickin’ chicken wings
8. Southern chicken popcorn
9. Salt & chilli shredded chicken
10. Battered chicken balls
11. Chicken tandoori skewers
12. Potato croquettes
MAINS
1. Beef Burger Sliders
2. Chicken Burger Sliders
3. Chicken Tenders
4. Vegan Goujons
5. Crispy Wings
6. Cauliflower Wings
SIDES
1. Crispy Onions Rings
2. Skin on Fries
SAUCES
1. Louisiana Hot Sauce
2. Garlic Mayo
3. Jameson BBQ
• Prawn crackers to begin
• Choice of mains with rice, fried rice, or noodles
• Tea or coffee to finish
• Optional upgrade adds a welcome glass of Prosecco
STARTERS
1. Chicken Satay
2. Vegetable Spring Rolls
3. Crispy Wonton
4. Thai Chicken Wings
5. Pork Ribs
MAINS
1. Singapore Noodles with Chicken
2. Yellow Curry with Prawns
3. Cashew Nut Beef
4. Garlic & Pepper Chicken
5. Steamed Seabass with Ginger Soy
6. Three-Flavour Duck
DESSERTS
1. Chocolate Fudge Brownie
2. Eton Mess
3. Banoffee Pie
4. Fruit Salad with Lemon Sherbet
Throw a Jolly Christmas Party at One of Dublin’s Best Restaurants
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“The space is stunning, and lovely and private. I ordered the finger food for my guest, and it was divine.”
Book a Festive Hotel for Your Christmas Party
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“The hotel’s interior is stunninggg and modern, that immediately impresses guests.”
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“Had my 40th birthday here recently and couldnt fault the venue.”
FAQs about Top Alternative Christmas Party Venues in Dublin
Booking costs of quirky Christmas party venues average €35 per person. 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 Dublin, based on Tagvenue data from July 2026:
| From €23 | to €49 | per person |
| From €1300 | to €4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From €450 | to €1230 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated July 2026), the best options include:
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Urban Brewing Vaults at Urban Brewing | Event Space | CHQ in Dublin City Centre - rated 5/5
Venue said: Centrally located in the beautifully restored vaults of the listed CHQ building in Dublin’s Docklands, Urban Brewing is a unique concept venue, the first of its kind in Dublin. -
The Terrace at The Sound House in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The staff, the venue and the food...’ -
Dining Space at The Morgan Hotel in Temple Bar - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘He assisted us all the way til the day of our Christmas Party.’
You'll find quirky Christmas party venues 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 Dublin, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (July 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average €1300 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 120 guests | prices average €500 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average €1100 hire fee per event |
These are the venues within 750 m from central Dublin, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Dausie's Bar- Private at The Bull & Castle by F.X. Buckley
on 5-7 Lord Edward Street - 400 m from centre.
Our user said: ‘It is also worth mentioning the staff were excellent and VERY attentive to our attendees on the night.’ -
Private Event Space at The Merchant's Arch
on Wellington Quay 48-49 Temple Bar - 700 m from centre.
Venue said: If you want a venue with atmosphere, friendly staff, and a proper Dublin feel, we’d love to have you. -
Brown Butterfly Room at M.J. Wright
on 17 South Great George's Street - 750 m from centre.
Venue said: It's perfect for parties, wedding receptions, drink celebrations, corporate functions and similar special occasions from 40 to 100 guests. The space has a flexible layout, its own bar and a sound system.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of July 2026), users looking for quirky Christmas party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average €2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 150 guests |
| Event Space | prices average €800 hire fee per day | typically between 60 and 190 guests |
| Bar | prices average €500 hire fee per event | typically between 50 and 240 guests |
| Hotel | prices average €800 hire fee per day | typically between 70 and 200 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average €1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 100 guests |
There are many different unusual venues in the city available for Christmas parties, from themed bars to creative spaces. You can find quirky restaurants, bars, and distilleries with a unique twist, like weird decor or themed settings. Event spaces with entertainment options like games or live music are also available for larger groups. Some venues even have outdoor areas or exclusive private rooms to add a special touch to your celebration.
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