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Downtown Raleigh Covered Outdoor and Indoor Private Cocktail Venue

Downtown, Raleigh, NC

4.8 (4)

120 guests

Rehearsal Dinners, Small Weddings under 120 guests, Ceremonies, Receptions, Welcome Parties, Fundraisers, Cocktail Parties, Milestone Events, Baby Showers, Wedding Showers, Corporate Events. Outdoor terrace has great skyline views, covered 4-season patio. All furniture, ice, staff and cleanup included. Bar spend minimum required and based on…
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$225
/hr
5 hr min

Beautiful Private party room

Northeast Raleigh, NC

5.0 (8)

70 guests

We offer our space for events, meetings, conferences, or workshops, with accommodation for 70 people. It includes chairs and tables, ample parking, outdoor space for catering service, a mini-bar, and a restroom. I accept alcohol permission. in the city center, a small space for big…
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$90
/hr
4 hr min

Event Venue Space in Raleigh

Northeast Raleigh, NC

120 guests

Host your event in our spacious, open-concept main room featuring vaulted ceilings and abundant natural light. This versatile space is ideal for seminars, meetings, wedding receptions, company retreats, and a wide range of gatherings, comfortably accommodating up to 120 guests. Note that while the space…
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$375
/hr
4 hr min

Downtown Raleigh Modern Event Space for Parties, Workshops & Meetings

North Hills, Raleigh, NC

5.0 (1)

60 guests

Welcome to our modern, versatile event space in Raleigh, designed for unforgettable celebrations and creative experiences. Our spacious venue is perfect for birthday parties, baby showers, bridal showers, graduation parties, corporate meetings, networking events, workshops, pop-up shops, photoshoots, and private gatherings. The space features an…
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$150
/hr
3 hr min

Cozy Cafe and Lounge Near Downtown in Historic Washington Terrace

Downtown, Raleigh, NC

4.9 (27)

60 guests

Located just one mile east of downtown in the charming Washington Terrace neighborhood, This is the perfect venue for your next gathering! Our cozy, open-concept venue is designed with warm accent lighting, creating an inviting atmosphere for a variety of events. Whether you’re hosting a…
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$125
/hr
2 hr min

Full Service Elegant Wedding & Event Space in North Raleigh

Northeast Raleigh, NC

200 guests

18 years of experience in events vouch for our quality and reliability. As newcomers in the Raleigh events arena, We decided to join forces from event and wedding planning experience and marketing and corporate background to create a unique and simple concept and bring it…
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$550
/hr
5 hr min

Downtown Micro Venue w/ Vintage Brick and Natural Light

Downtown, Raleigh, NC

5.0 (10)

65 guests

Prominent Fayetteville Street location in the center of the city. Near hotels, theaters, nightlife and Raleigh’s best restaurants. Two large skylights flood space with natural light during the day and view of buildings at night. Warm accent lighting, adjustable smart lighting, open concept seating, kitchen…
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$225
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4 hr min

Intimate, Design-Forward Urban Event Space with Caribbean-Inspired Ambiance

Durham, Morrisville, NC

50 guests

This design-forward urban event space was created as a permanent home for curated gatherings, cultural dining experiences, and intentional hospitality. Rooted in Caribbean-inspired design and community-centered values, the space blends warmth, texture, and thoughtful details to create an atmosphere that feels elevated yet approachable. The…
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$250
/hr
4 hr min

Intimate space near North Hills\

North Raleigh, NC

65 guests

Step into an elegant space where every detail is carefully crafted to inspire warmth and celebration. This versatile venue is the perfect setting for cherished occasions, from intimate baby and bridal showers to milestone birthdays and anniversaries. Its inviting ambiance and customizable layout make it…
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$212
/hr
4 hr min

Private Event Space & Coffee Shop in North Raleigh

Northwest Raleigh, NC

5.0 (1)

80 guests

Beow's Coffee & Café is a coffee shop in North Raleigh that closes to the public at 4pm. In the evenings, the space is available for private events and parties! We have a large open space with seating for up to 75 people, and an…
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$175
/hr
3 hr min

Airy, Spacious & Chic Coffeehouse

Morrisville, NC

4.9 (12)

80 guests

Your Perfect Event Space Awaits! Looking for a venue that’ll impress your guests and set the tone for an unforgettable event? Our 1,500-square-foot space is a dream come true! With sleek and airy vides, cozy warm wood finishes and furniture, and a vibe that’s both…
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$215
/hr
1 hr min

Art Gallery-inspired Venue near downtown Raleigh

Southwest Raleigh, NC

150 guests

Type of events: Private events like intimate weddings, birthday parties, graduation parties ,bridal showers, functions, networking events, engagement parties, film screening, fundraisers, conferences, etc.. Layout of the space: the space fits up to 150 seated guests, can be divided into two separate spaces with a…
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$400
/hr
6 hr min

Versatile spaces tailored to every occasion

Wake Forest, NC

205 guests

Please note: All bookings are structured as event packages rather than traditional hourly rentals. Pricing is based on the event day and rental block, not on the number of guests attending. Rental packages include extended access time for setup, celebration, and breakdown. Saturday promotional pricing…
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$500
/hr
8 hr min

Modern Fusion Restaurant & Event Space in Morrisville

Morrisville, NC

5.0 (2)

100 guests

This versatile, modern restaurant space is ideal for a wide range of gatherings, including birthday parties, family celebrations, corporate meetings, team lunches, networking events, workshops, and private dining experiences. The space comfortably accommodates small to mid-size groups and can be arranged to suit both social…
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$150
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3 hr min

Dance Hall and Meeting Room near RDU

Morrisville, NC

4.9 (68)

75 guests

We are providing hall rental for Dance Practice, Parties, Celebrations ,Classes ,Music Lessons ,Camps, Cultural Events, Private Parties, Wedding Events, Meetings ,School Events, Dance Recitals ,Social Events, Photo Shoots ,Showcases etc. We have: - Professional dance floor - Mirrors - Ballet bars - Bluetooth -…
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$70
/hr
5 hr min

Infant and toddler play space. Great for birthday parties or baby showers.

Cary, NC

33 guests

Host Your Little One's Special Celebration at Bambini House Looking for the perfect space to celebrate your baby or toddler? Bambini House offers a warm, charming, and child-friendly environment designed especially for families with young children. Our beautifully designed indoor play space is ideal for:…
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$75
/hr
4 hr min

Midtown Contemporary Clothing Store within a Modern Shopping District

North Hills, Raleigh, NC

40 guests

Our space is perfect for social gatherings, small dinner parties, shopping and styling events, and /or tasting events. We have one sink in unit that is open and available to all as well as access to a private restroom in our back hallway. Our space…
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$75
/hr
3 hr min

Convenient Garner Studio with tons of Natural Light

Garner, NC

5.0 (1)

35 guests

Beautiful all-glass end unit in popular Garner shopping area. We're a candle studio that's only open half the week, so available for private groups the rest of the time. Perfect for bachelorette parties, baby showers, graduations, family reunions, birthdays, corporate team-building events, religious groups and…
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$85
/hr
2 hr min

Ecclectic Art Studio, Gallery, & Event Space

Cary, NC

29 guests

Ikigai Studios is an ecclectic and non-traditional art gallery, studio, and event space in the heart of Cary's Eastside Arts District. Perfect for hosting your next girls' night, bachelorette party, art class, team building event, retirement party, art show, tabletop gaming night, and more. Our…
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$125
/hr
2 hr min

The Loft Studios Raleigh

Downtown, raleigh, NC

5.0 (111)

30 guests

The Loft Studios is a 1,900 sq ft creative space designed for small, intimate events in the heart of downtown Raleigh on Fayetteville Street. Nestled among restaurants, shopping, and local creative venues, the studio offers a warm, inspiring atmosphere ideal for meaningful gatherings. The space…
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$150
/hr
2 hr min

Window View Event Space in RTP near Boxyard RTP

Research Triangle Park, Durham, NC

5.0 (3)

75 guests

We have multiple lounge areas, our biggest area also doubling as an event space that can hold up to 75 people. Our event space and conference rooms are good for corporate meetings, lunch and learns, speakers, networking events, and things of that nature. When you…
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$288
/hr
1 hr min

Vibrant Cocktail Lounge In Downtown Durham

Downtown, Durham, NC

80 guests

A vibrant cocktail lounge full of bright colors, florals, and custom art that put a modern twist of historical art pieces. Venue also features a Bespoke Lounge with couch seating for an intimate setting. The venue features custom lighting fixtures, and all lighting is on…
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$275
/hr
2 hr min

Stylish 1920s Storefront with Downtown Raleigh Charm

Downtown, Raleigh, NC

15 guests

Historic Light-Filled Studio in Boylan Heights Welcome to our beautifully restored 1920s-era grocery store, now a bright, stylish studio space with vintage charm and modern comfort. Located in Raleigh’s historic Boylan Heights, just minutes from downtown, this one-of-a-kind venue blends architectural character with flexible functionality,…
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$120
/hr
2 hr min

Modern Event Space in Perfect Apex Location

Beaver Creek Crossings, Apex, NC

5.0 (54)

95 guests

We have a 13 000 SQFT modern office space that is perfect to rent for things like seminars, HOA meetings, small group events, baby/bridal showers. The common area is bright and have a modern feel. Adjacent is a big training room that seats 50 people…
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$130
/hr
3 hr min

Chic, Urban, Boutique Sports Bar Downtown Durham

Golden Belt, Durham, NC

65 guests

The Venue is modern sports bar lounge with an elevated, stylish atmosphere. It offers a relaxed yet upscale experience, combining thoughtful design, curated, drinks, and a vibrant social scene. Corporate Events, Birthday Parties, Mixers, Business Meet & Greets, Business Luncheons, are welcomed whether private or…
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$200
/hr
3 hr min

Industrial‑Modern Downtown Venue for Events, Meetings & Dance

Downtown, Durham, NC

275 guests

Downtown Industrial‑Modern Event Space with Full‑Service Amenities Located in the heart of downtown, this industrial‑modern event center offers a versatile, open‑concept layout ideal for a wide range of uses, from dance classes and rehearsals to corporate meetings, board retreats, social events, and celebrations. The space…
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$900
/hr
3 hr min

Upscale Downtown Bar & Billiards Hall

Downtown, Durham, NC

250 guests

West End offers distinctive, elegant spaces in Durham for your event needs. We can host everything from a large gathering to small, intimate party with ease. West End Social offers a relaxed space with a private mezzanine, outdoor patio, and a full selection of wine,…
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$350
/hr
2 hr min

Downtown Modern Retreat|Photo & Video Shoots| Business Meetings|PetFriendly

Durham, NC

4.7 (3)

16 guests

Newly built Modern home tastefully decorated to serve all of your creative needs including team meetings, off-sites, conferences, presentations, product launches, dinners, cocktail receptions, and anything else your team comes up with! We are flexible and accommodating hosts. Pet friendly too! You need something we…
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$135
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3 hr min

Charming Modern Downtown Home|Photoshoots & Filming| Meetings|PetFriendly

Durham, NC

4.7 (3)

16 guests

Newly built Modern home tastefully decorated to serve all of your creative needs including team meetings, off-sites, conferences, presentations, product launches, dinners, cocktail receptions, and anything else your team comes up with! We are flexible and accommodating hosts. Pet friendly too! You need something we…
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$145
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3 hr min

Historic Downtown Durham Loft

Downtown, Durham, NC

25 guests

Bright & Historic Downtown Loft for Shoots, Workshops & Small Gatherings Step into a sun-drenched, open-concept downtown Durham loft that perfectly blends industrial charm with refined modern style. Featuring soaring ceilings, original hardwood floors, exposed brick, and massive windows, this light-filled space offers a warm…
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$150
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1 hr min

Try Durham Sensory-Friendly Kids Gym & Private Party Space.

Durham, NC

74 guests

A bright, sensory-friendly indoor gym designed for private parties, corporate offsites, team gatherings, and community events. The space includes an open gym floor with sensory-friendly equipment, a dedicated art room, and a separate calming/quiet room for breaks — ideal for groups who want a flexible,…
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$150
/hr
2 hr min

Stunningly designed greenhouse, flooded with light!

Durham, NC

10 guests

Sitting at a serene location on a small lake, Blue Door Studio offers an incredible photo opportunity or micro event space for every occasion. With indoor and outdoor settings available, there is no limit to the variety of moments you can capture. From romantic scenes…
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$145
/hr
4 hr min

Industrial Artistic Chic Rural, Yet Near Downtown With Disco Ball

Pittsboro, NC

100 guests

History: We are the home of a former 1940's flower farm, an industrial smelting factory during the cold war that made parts for fighter jets and then became a hippie biodiesel plant. Now we have food and beverage, activities and small retail shops. Neighborhood: We…
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$400
/hr
4 hr min

Frequently Asked Questions

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

How much does a cocktail party venue cost to rent in Raleigh?

Cocktail party venues in Raleigh average $136 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for.

How long do people rent cocktail party venues in Raleigh?

Most cocktail party venues are scheduled for 4 hours, with 51 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Cocktail Parties starting between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM.

How popular are cocktail party venues in Raleigh?

Our local hosts have welcomed 8149 people into their cocktail party venues with reviews averaging 4.92 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.

What's the best day to rent a cocktail party venue in Raleigh?

Saturdays are the most popular day for booking cocktail party venues in Raleigh. For those seeking a deal, consider booking Tuesday and Saturday as these days are 4% cheaper on average.

Reviews for cocktail party venues

Olivia A.
Inspiring Loft in the heart of Logan circle
and silverware which made it very convenient. The team went above and beyond to create an amazing setup - with additional tables & table cloths, chairs, cocktail tables, uplights, extra ice. Tom, who supported us during the day of our event, was terrific and went out of his way to ensure we...
Robert A.
Social House: Industrial, cozy warehouse/ lounge
This space is perfect for a group of five or fifty! We had fifty. We rented some cocktail tables, galvanized drink tubs, and chafing dishes to keep the food warm. Social House is in a GREAT location and the staff is very helpful. thanks Ashley C for helping us keep...
Mario A.
Stylish Designer, Turnkey, Pre-decorated Event Space for Any Event in Historic Concord - Lounge
This has to be one of the BEST Cocktail lounges in NC. This place is not only beautiful on the inside, but serves some of the best drinks I've had years. Additionally, the staff is super friendly and flexible to work with. I definitely recommend booking at the venue...
D'angelo D.
WINTER SPECIAL: $100 off any 3+hr bookings! U Street Multi-Purpose Event Space
addressed promptly and professionally. The space exceeded expectations, matching the high-quality advertisement. We held a successful training session followed by a lively social cocktail gathering. Highly recommend...
Chika E.
Urban Bar
hosts were responsive. They helped us customize the space for our unique event setup/logistical needs and tailored the names of drinks for a themed cocktail menu. Would book again...
Sophia E.
The Chill & Swim Spot
extremely inviting. The pool is beautiful, clean and a vibe. There are 2 tvs outside under the deck in the shaded area. There are cocktail tables, stools, all types of beautiful outdoor furniture. The surrounding grounds are well kept. The inside area of the houses is nice clean air conditioned...
Harold H.
Speakeasy Experience
The Speakeasy at Capo was a phenomenal space for an event. We held a cocktail hour for about 100 people the night before our wedding here (instead of a traditional rehearsal dinner). The space is beautiful, so very little work was required on our end to set up. Our guests...
Shungu J.
Luxury Event Space in Prime Location
Since our party was in June, we really wanted guests to be able to sit outside and enjoy the sun. We had an outdoor cocktail hour and then when it got dark, people moved indoors. There was a spacious fridge, food warmer and ice cooler which made it easy to...
Mohamed K.
Tavern/Bar located in the heart of Adams Morgan in Washington, DC
available to answer questions. The bartenders and staff were incredibly friendly and the venue itself is great! Very large space with some chairs and cocktail tables and a dance floor! I loved having my party here and will certainly book again in the future. Thank you Jonathan and staff...
Clarissa L.
Modern Cafe Perfect for Microweddings & Private Events
Space was so chic! Hosted a cocktail party here for a birthday and couldn't have chosen a better space for seating and décor. Every guest complimented on the space. Ingrid is absolutely wonderful. She contacted me prior to the date to make sure I had everything I needed, and...
Michele L.
STUDIO B // at RON DAVID STUDIO - Union Market, DC
site staff person, Lina was perfect - very attentive and professional and fun. The space is perfect for a small seated gathering or more people cocktail style. The studio is well decorated and it is very cool to host an event in a studio space that is connected to a retail...
Emily O.
Versatile Space in a Renovated Historic Capitol Hill Row House
our overflow crowd, and the guests had a lovely time. So many complements on the venue. The patio area was particularly nice for a cocktail reception and socializing, and the pictures we received from the event are gorgeous with the stone wall backdrops. A million thanks to the hosts for...
Ruth P.
Speakeasy Experience
my son’s wedding Welcome Party at the Speakeasy at Capo. My guests were universally wowed and appreciative of the outstanding event space, delicious cocktails and fabulous food! I have planned and hosted many events and have never met anyone like Rohit! From start to finish he was incredibly supportive...
Victor R.
Restaurant Space in Georgetown/Glover Park
and reception. The staff was so accommodating and super polite from the conference room which was worked out with the hotel coordinator to the cocktail hour and lunch/dinner set up. My family and friends enjoyed themselves so much they booked rooms and stayed at the hotel under our room block...
Christina S.
Newly Renovated Arts Center in the Heart of Adams Morgan
people and was able to host a DJ and provide drinks and food for guests. We were able to comfortably fit 4 - 30in round cocktail tables, and we used the existing high top table as a bar. Overall, it was a phenomenal experience and the pics are great. Would totally...
Nas S.
Upscale, multi-purpose lounge perfect for private events
do much for the amount of people I had in the space or DC's humidity in Spring. Given most people were dressed in cocktail attire and it was a fully catered event - it was extremely warm in this space but outside of this issue, I would book again...
Mikyla T.
Garden House For Creative and Social Events
have been more correct. Jenna was AMAZING! I was able to send her details about what I was interested in having for my appetizers, cocktails and as a main course...she was one of the best chefs I've personally worked with and Im an event planner. Not only was...
Selina T.
Restaurant Space in Georgetown/Glover Park
for my party. His staff accommodated by even dressing to theme. Plenty of space and seating. I was able to create my own custom cocktails for the event. My guests enjoyed the hors d’oeuvre options! Couldn’t have asked for a better turn out...
Clarissa V.
Neighborhood Bar with Heated Enclosed Patio
my wife and I had this weekend. Dave and Kalaeb were exceptional with accommodating to our needs (as we were planning our little cocktail-style reception in a bit of a hurry). They even got the fire pit going! Fair pricing, excellent service, and a really intimate location. Thank you...
Leonardo V.
QrtzBar, A Modern Speakeasy in the heart of DC.
The place is really nice, hosts are responsive, bartenders did a great job with cocktails, we really enjoyed our bday party. Recommended...
Updated October 28, 2026Our data is refreshed in real time using booking trends, verified guest reviews, and direct partner updates — with additional quality checks from our team.