Rent a cocktail party venue in San Jose, CA

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Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary data from bookings made on Peerspace from 2016-2026.

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

Cocktail party venues in San Jose average $127 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for.

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

Saturdays are the most popular day for booking cocktail party venues in San Jose. For those seeking a deal, consider booking Saturday and Sunday as these days are 35% cheaper on average.

How popular are cocktail party venues in San Jose?

Our local hosts have welcomed 4070 people into their cocktail party venues with reviews averaging 4.88 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.

How long do people rent cocktail party venues in San Jose?

Most cocktail party venues are scheduled for 2 hours, with 46 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Cocktail Parties starting between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM.

Reviews for cocktail party venues

Kel B.
Full Buyout Downtown Modern Craft Cocktail Bar
fantastic host, super responsive, and took my calls/texts to prepare for the big night over the preceding months. Johnny made us a custom cocktail at no extra charge, and he and his bar staff were quick, friendly, and engaged. I would say the only downside was the space is listed...
Cherubin C.
The SPOT – Fabulous Clubhouse in Mountain View
John is quick to respond, very helpful and accommodating. As you walk in you'll notice the center bar/island area which is perfect for cocktails and buffet style set-up with a great view of three tv monitors, while the right corner hosts the pool table that everyone wants to...
Jc D.
Modern & open industrial space + lounge and patio
the spot, I knew it was instantly it. The space itself is so gorgeous, and requires little to decorate. It was perfect for a cocktail reception set-up. Saskia and Sara were so helpful and communicative through the lead-up to the event, and made sure all of my questions...
Kenny D.
Versatile Downtown Palo Alto Event Space
pleasure to work with. Very accommodating and always there if we needed anything. This is the perfect venue if you plan to have a cocktail event with some finger foods. We will definitely be letting our friends know about this for next year's graduation...
Rti E.
Historic Upscale Vintage Bar with Elevated DJ Booth
We used the venue for roughly 160 person activity, cocktails, and apps. It fit perfectly with our theme which was a roaring 20's. We got to tour the venue and it was easy to get any setup we needed. We were able to use chairs and tables that the...
Angie E.
Tiki Bar, Pool & Backyard in the Hills
down to the lights in the pool and the beautiful sunset. Woody and Laura added to the party vibe as they made top-notch cocktails with a custom menu and made friends with my friends. Because of their warm and engaging personalities, they made it feel like the party was...
Melissa G.
Bright Studio Space in Downtown San Mateo
it was the perfect spot for our holiday party. The indoor/outdoor layout worked beautifully—taco bar and dining tables outside, with the bar and cocktail tables inside for easy mingling and conversation. The kitchen setup (sink + fridge) made handling extra food and drinks seamless. Highly recommend for anyone hosting...
Amy M.
Elegant Uptown Lounge Bar
Beautiful space, delicious cocktails! Nathan was prompt with his responses, and professional in his attitude. We chose the miranda to host our 10 year high school reuinion. Nathan was flexible with us which was necessary because it was hard to get an accurate head count. I appreciate his patience. We...
Julie M.
Private Room in Sexy Cocktail Bar
had a great experience renting this space for my 30th birthday party. It has great vibes, it’s right by Bart, has delicious cocktails and easily accommodated 25-30 guests for the night. Cory was communicative and super helpful...
Josette M.
Downtown Retro Vinyl Record Cocktail bar and Art Gallery
space! Communication was easy, and the booking process was straightforward. They made sure I had everything I needed and went beyond in accommodations. The cocktail bar service was wonderful, as well as our bartender! I barely needed to decorate because the space is already awesome aesthetically and came with what...
Emily P.
Provocative Steel and Concrete Downtown Gallery
This space is so beautiful and was perfect for our cocktail party. The artwork in the space is simply beautiful. Carly was so wonderful and easy to work with. She was helpful in answering all of our questions, suggesting vendors, and was great on site during our event. I would...
Douglas R.
Unique, Spacious Estate With Breathtaking Views of Pacific Ocean
Thanks so much for everything, your house and hospitality was exceptional! Our 100 person cocktail event was perfect and you guys were beyond helpful! We will use this location again in a heartbeat...
Andrea S.
West San Jose Creative Space / Great for private events / Pop Ups near Santana Row with parking lot & unique features
Celebrated my husband’s 40th Birthday on 3/11/23 at this venue and it was perfect! Was spacious enough for the bar, photobooth, DJ, cocktail tables, Cake & gift table & huge balloon wall & 40 Marquee tall numbers with lots of room for dancing. We also utilized the back Bay Area Art themed...
Nancy S.
Versatile Downtown Palo Alto Event Space
We held a welcome cocktail party on the day before my daughter’s wedding. Communication with the host was always prompt. The space was perfect as we could use indoor and outdoor spaces. Salvatore assisted us that day and was the key to the party’s success. He helped me...
Michele T.
Bar and Venue in Downtown Oakland
to order tacos. Ryan also made great recommendations for the bar offering we provided for our guest which included beer, wine, and 2 specialty cocktails. The entire experience with the Alice Collective was seamless. Great service, staff, and phenomena venue! I highly recommend this space for any event and will...
Hazel T.
Modern Event Lounge with Game Room
Perfect space for my cocktail reception. The host was friendly, helpful, and easily accessible. The location has street parking and is walking distance to a market. I would definitely book this space again...
Mary T.
Intimate Patio Event Space
private, and really does feel like an oasis. I hosted a gathering for my partner that involved a sit down meal and a casual cocktail hour – this space worked for both. The bar area is functional and we rented the plates and utensils we needed. The hosts were very accommodating...
Maria T.
Tiki Bar, Pool & Backyard in the Hills
on support both before and during the event. Both Laura and Woody made us feel completely at home. Their tiki bar is unreal, the cocktails were amazing, the pool was perfectly heated, and the entire event space was spotless and thoughtfully maintained. Our guests (and we) were blown away by...
Lanie W.
Unique North Beach Gallery
My husband and I rented this space for our casual/intimate cocktail wedding reception with 60 guests last week and it was perfect! Andrew went above and beyond to ensure our reception went as planned. He was very communicative (via phone/text/email) and was very accommodating/flexible. He suggested reliable local vendors and...
Nakia W.
Spacious Coffeehouse with Lake View
the day. This space was perfect because of the location (close to downtown), lots of tables and chairs, and a usable kitchen to make cocktails. They also allowed us to set up our step & repeat for pictures. The aesthetic was super cute, and all of our members were impressed with...