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Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through March 2026.

What's the best day to rent a bar in Columbus?

Saturdays are the most popular day for booking bars in Columbus. For those seeking a deal, consider booking Sunday and Thursday as these days are 20% cheaper on average.

How popular are bars in Columbus?

Our local hosts have welcomed 2948 people into their bars with reviews averaging 4.99 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.

How much does a bar cost to rent in Columbus?

Bars in Columbus average $47 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to $154, whereas larger venues run about $473 per hour.

How long do people rent bars in Columbus?

Most bars are scheduled for 3 hours, with 30 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Bars starting between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM.

Reviews for bars

Ar'yana A.
Sacred Space CLE: 2,600 SF Industrial LOFT Natural Lighting with Full Kitchen
great with communication and making sure my vision was able to come true. Not only that, we had complete use of their space, kitchen, bar, and furniture. Everyone loved how intimate and spacious it was and parking wasn't a hassle either. Even without all the decorations the space was...
Pamela A.
Blank Slate Beauty: White Floors, Rustic Walls, Infinite Creativity
the perfect tone for my celebration. - Owl&Oaks is fully equipped for events, offering: - Ample space for catering and a desserts table - A dedicated bar setup - Modern amenities like a projector and quality speakers, which worked perfectly for our DJ #### Exceptional Service - The two owners went above and beyond to...
Kowaine B.
Chic, Updated, Modern Urban Studio
mother’s 70th birthday. Every time I sent a message to Sacheen, the response time was minutes, which surprised me. Sacheen has set the bar high for all other space vendors. We arrived a little early on the day of the event, but She was there and assisted with arranging...
Angel F.
Blank Slate Beauty: White Floors, Rustic Walls, Infinite Creativity
The venue was perfect for my event. The built in bar, room for catering AND a DJ, and everything in between. Very beautiful space. Will book again...
Mary G.
A Nostalgic Gathering Space with free parking
Matthew was incredibly easy to work with and the space was perfect for our event. A great sound system, ample bar space, and comfy seating options kept all our guests happy. Every piece of decor was a conversation starter and left everyone asking how they could book this space themselves...
T.Nigel H.
Eastern Market Loft, Downtown View with Bar Style Prep Kitchen with commercial appliances.
to any one looking for a cool artsy, eclectic venue with all the amenities needed to put on a great party/celebration/launch/gathering! Reasons to book!!! *Bar *dimmable lights to change vibe of space * great decor- Warehouse/ Ultra Lounge Feel *industrial refrigerator /freezer/ icemaker were a definite bonus *clean *additional space in...
Denise H.
Rooftop lounge with bar & huge 280 inch Tv
This was such an amazing venue for a get together with friends and family! The indoor space was chic and spacious. The TVs and bar set up made it a great watch spot for the Steeler game. The outdoor area was a hit with the views and would be tons...
Elizabeth H.
Charming Speakeasy Event Space in Columbus
We had a great time in the space! We had a staff party and the set up was perfect. We used the bar top for a buffet and brought in games for people to play. There was enough space for us all to spread out comfortably. The space was really...
Shanté J.
Beautiful Multi-Purpose White Box Space Flooded With Natural Light
with good natural lighting. Super convenient location, easy self check-in. Sam was very responsive which I enjoyed! Other feedback was the hanging light bar did not turn on for us and could use a quick floor sweep. However, I will definitely be book again my pictures tuned out great...
Harmoney J.
Rick's Bar Speakeasy Lounge Club
success with your venue being the star! I w recommend this space to any artist that is into creativity and a 1950’s type bar...
Angela K.
Intimate Open Concept Venue with Decoration Packages: Celebrate in Style !
daughters baby shower. Ellie was amazing and very responsive. She did an outstanding job incorporating the shower theme with her beautiful space. The flower bar for our guests was absolutely gorgeous, as was the chartreuse board. The Momosa bar was a big hit as well. All the details were spot...
Leslie M.
Unique Event Space Inside Creative Building - Detroit
were flexible with letting us move some furniture and get some additional chairs to make the space work for us. We had a small bar set up and had about 50 people - I would say it may have been more comfortable for 40-45 people given the table and chair...
Irene M.
Luxurious Event Space with Full Bar
Captiv8 was a great space to host my birthday party. I loved the spacious venue and bar. My guests and I thoroughly enjoyed our time at this space and highly recommend booking this for any events...
Jason M.
Trendy event space in Historic OTR right at Findlay Market
space, modern but cozy with great tech for audio and video. Wide open meeting area and separate space that can be used for dining bar, or private conversations. Gabe, the manager is awesome and made everything helpful...
Mary Margaret O.
Eastern Market Loft, Downtown View with Bar Style Prep Kitchen with commercial appliances.
provided a wonderful backdrop for photos. It was the right amount of space for our large group (law school reunion), with space for a bar in the commercial kitchen, and space for setting up snacks. Fully furnished, we had everything we needed for mixing and mingling, with plenty of seating...
Nick R.
Rick's Bar Speakeasy Lounge Club
Great experience at Rick’s Speakeasy, highly recommend if your looking for a bar to shoot a movie scene, photography, etc. We replaced 4 bulbs in the room with my custom bulbs to make my production scene look more intense and it came out great. Shot glasses, empty beer bottles...
Valerie S.
Lofted Creative Event Space in Downtown Ann Arbor
was great size for our 30 person cocktail party but could have easily had another 15-20 people even with 7 smaller tables and bar. Management was very accommodating and easy to work with and the space was a great clean and bright blank canvas with restroom on same floor...
Carl T.
Mid-Century Modern home with original interiors and vintage furnishings.
Great home with both indoor and outdoor shooting options, including very nice bar and game room areas. Owners are very hospitable and helpful...
Megan V.
Private Party Space Available for ALL Occasions
The team at Claddagh Ring Pub were very kind and understanding of the changes in plans we had leading up to our event. They were accomodating to our guests and we had a great time...
Kendahl W.
The Intimate Space
Everything was so amazing! Tables and chairs were easily accessible, there was a Bluetooth speaker bar for music to connect to, and the assistance was incredible. 10/10...
Updated March 5, 2026Our data is refreshed in real time using booking trends, verified guest reviews, and direct partner updates — with additional quality checks from our team.