Fun Birthday Ideas In Dublin

From tiki bingo events and drag-drenched brunches to killer karaoke and ping pong, Wigwam is jam-packed with fun party activities. And if you're hungry after, get stuck into a top-notch dinner menu, alongside innovative cocktails.

If you're looking for birthday venues to host your celebrations, then the Market Bar is a supreme spot. Along with tonnes of delicious drinks on offer, there are plenty of bites to hold your lot over - we're talking wings, mushrooms and other tapas.

The Bernard Shaw is the ultimate birthday party destination. This quirky venue is spread across four floors, where you can celebrate with karaoke, ping pong, and trivia games. Enjoy tasty treats from six different food spots, then hit the basement dance floor to keep the birthday fun going all night long.

Planning a birthday bash in Dublin? TapHouse Bar and Kitchen has everything you need for a memorable celebration. Start with their bold, crowd-pleasing small plates (those Wagyu sliders are a must), then toast with cocktails or beers from their extensive tap list.

But the real fun starts upstairs, where the hi-fi music lounge features karaoke, a terrace, and live DJs spinning every weekend. 

Celebrating your birthday? NYX Hotel Dublin is ready to turn it into a stylish affair. Kick things off with their Bottomless Brunch on Sunday or dive straight into party mode with cocktails and live DJs every weekend.

With plush decor, good vibes, and a food and drink menu built for sharing, it's a birthday venue that brings the fun - and looks good doing it.

Looking for birthday party places in Dublin? Shuffleboard Bar promises fun for the whole gang with a cracking lineup of games, from pool to giant Connect Four. Toast to the occasion with a tasty cocktail, followed by pizzas or street food.

The Odeon is a stylish destination in a Grade A-listed building, bringing DJs, performers, wine tastings, multi-course meals and more to your birthday celebrations. For somewhere that's classy and fun, look no further.

CityDays is hands down one of the best things to do on your birthday in Dublin. While exploring various city landmarks, you'll get to solve various riddles and unlock access to other clues, as well as charming cafes and pubs. 

For a little added entertainment on your birthday, head to Pitch Dublin in the city centre. This quirky activity bar offers huge simulation screens to play virtual golf on, with different levels and scenarios to suit everyone's golfing ability - perfect for a little friendly competition. 

There's also a chic bar and lounge to relax in after your game, where they serve carefully curated drinks and a delicious Asian fusion menu. Think pork or vegetable gyoza, garlic sesame edamame and duck spring rolls.

Keep your birthday sophisticated and secret with cocktails at The Blind Pig. Whether you're going with a partner or group of friends, this sexy spot will have you singing by the end of the night with inventive concoctions and an stripped back interior.

Celebrate your birthday in a whole new way with a trip to Old Skool Bingo, the RnB-inspired event that promises a quirky twist on the classic game. The MC host will be providing hilarious entertainment, while DJs spin non-stop throwback and modern hits.

Expect fun games, challenges and dance competitions, with the chance to win some prizes along the way. Tickets start from just €19.50 each, and they offer special birthday packages too.

Combine mouthwatering bottomless pizza, a bottle of prosecco each, and a high-energy game of social darts, and you've got Flight Club Dublin's Brunch Social. The atmospheric fairground-themed bar isn't just about the food (though the slices are delicious); it's about turning a laid-back weekend into an event you'll be talking about for weeks with your mates.

Grab your tickets from €40 per person and look forward to toasting to your champion. Though if you're looking for something slightly more chilled, you can book an oche for you and your friends at any time of day, while sipping cocktails from the bar.

Have your cake and eat it at this all-rounder on Wexford Street. Keep it casual with a meal in Opium's Pan-Asian restaurant, dance the night away in the club, or stick to cocktails on the rooftop terrace. If you're planning a proper party, there's private hire spaces to book too.

This Brooklyn-inspired dive bar likes to play hard, serving cocktails that don't shy away from the booze and delicious American eats. To add to the birthday partying? Keep an eye out for their regular host of live music nights and DJs, as well as the arcade games and pool table. 

Ohana is a sleek new cocktail joint bringing a slice of tiki paradise to the city centre. Serving fruity cocktails with a focus on rum against a colourful backdrop of hand-painted murals and plush furnishings, it's a brilliantly fun birthday party idea in Dublin.

A quirky wine bar tucked away in the most unusual of locations, Amy Austin is a must for birthday drinks in Dublin. Head here for a wide choice of bottles, and there's even a dog-friendly policy so you can bring along a furry companion if you fancy.

Is it really your birthday if there isn't tequila involved in some form? 777 does it better than most, with a long list of 100% blue agave tequilas, cheap and cheerful plates, and a cute interior. Book a table, grab your mates and prepare for a headache the next day.

A venue with many faces, The Workmans Club is perfect for those who can't make up their mind for their birthday, or just want a bit of everything. Cool cocktails? Right here. An eclectic choice of comedy, live music, and arts events? You got it.

If birthdays don't do much for ya? P.Mac's is the kind of cool hangout where you don't have to make a fuss. Known for their epic selection of craft beer, the space is perfect for a chilled pint and a board game or two with a group of mates in chilled-out surroundings.

Bad Bobs is a multi-storey party palace with areas devoted to eating, drinking and partying all under one roof on Essex Street East. From building your own burgers to sipping cocktails and busting shapes on the dancefloor, this is one epic birthday destination.

Ping pong, pool and beer aplenty is all you need for a fun birthday in Dublin, and luckily, Buskers on the Ball has it in abundance. The party bar is great for larger groups, with a happy choice of American bites and games such as foosball, shuffle board and more.