A themed bar transforms a drinks service into an experience. Instead of a generic bar pouring generic drinks, you get a bar that feels like part of the event — with a cocktail menu, glassware, garnishes, and styling that match the mood you are creating. Here are 15 themed bar ideas that work for weddings, birthdays, corporate events, and festivals, with cocktail suggestions for each.
The most popular themed bar for summer events, garden parties, and festivals. Tiki bars bring instant holiday energy to any outdoor space. The cocktail menu writes itself — rum-based drinks with tropical fruit, served in tiki mugs or coconut shells with elaborate garnishes.
Mai Tai, Zombie, Pina Colada
Bamboo bar front, tiki torches, carved mugs, paper parasols
Rum Punch, Daiquiri, Dark & Stormy
Driftwood bar, shell garlands, fresh fruit display, coconut cups
Blue Hawaiian, Lava Flow, Malibu Sunset
Lei garlands, hibiscus flowers, pineapple centrepieces, grass skirt bar front
The gold standard for elegant themed bars — especially at weddings and milestone birthdays. The 1920s speakeasy aesthetic brings a sense of occasion and drama. Champagne coupes instead of flutes, crystal-cut glassware, and classic cocktails made with precision. Dress code encouraged.
Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Sidecar, Bee's Knees
Dark bar front, gold accents, candlelight, secret password entry (optional)
French 75, Champagne Cocktail, Gin Rickey, Mint Julep
Art deco signage, gold sequin backdrop, champagne tower, feather centrepieces
Whiskey Sour, Sazerac, Rob Roy, Irish Coffee
Leather-bound menu, amber lighting, cigar-style bar area, dark wood accents
Perfect for summer weddings, garden parties, and engagement celebrations. The botanical theme uses fresh herbs, edible flowers, and floral syrups to create drinks that look as good as they taste. It is the most photogenic bar theme — guests photograph their drinks constantly.
Elderflower Spritz, Lavender G&T, Pimm's Cup, Cucumber Collins
Floral garlands on bar, herb pots, pressed flower menu, copa gin glasses
Basil Smash, Rosemary Paloma, Thyme Lemonade, Mint Mojito
Living herb wall, wooden bar top, linen menu cards, fresh herb garnish station
The go-to theme for milestone birthdays (21st, 30th, 40th) and house parties. Neon bars use LED lighting, UV-reactive glassware, and colourful cocktails to create a nightclub-quality atmosphere anywhere. The drinks are designed to glow — tonic water is naturally UV-reactive, so G&Ts fluoresce under blacklight.
Espresso Martini, Pornstar Martini, Negroni, UV Gin & Tonic
LED bar front, neon sign (custom text), UV strip lighting, glow-in-the-dark garnishes
Harvey Wallbanger, Tequila Sunrise, Cosmopolitan, Piña Colada
Mirror ball, LED dance floor effect, retro glassware, vintage cocktail names
The natural choice for barn weddings, outdoor festivals, and countryside events. Rustic bars use natural materials — reclaimed wood, whiskey barrels, hessian, and copper — to create a warm, relaxed atmosphere. The drink menu leans towards whiskey, cider, ale, and simple serves rather than elaborate cocktails.
Apple Cider Bourbon, Whiskey & Ginger, Mulled Wine (winter), Pimm's (summer)
Whiskey barrel bar, mason jar glasses, chalkboard menu, hessian bunting
Craft Beer, Rum Punch bucket, Gin in Tin, Frozen Margarita
Pallet bar, festoon lighting, tin cups, hay bale seating nearby
Real Ale, G&T, Whiskey & Soda, Bloody Mary
Wooden bar top, brass tap handles, pub-style menu board, beer mats
Seasonal theming is the easiest way to make a bar feel considered without a large budget. The drinks do most of the work — mulled wine and hot toddies signal winter, Aperol Spritz and frozen cocktails signal summer. Pair with appropriate garnishes and glassware and the theme communicates itself.
Mulled Wine, Hot Toddy, Espresso Martini, Baileys Hot Chocolate
Fairy lights, pine branches, cinnamon stick stirrers, warm copper mugs
Cranberry Gin Fizz, Eggnog, Sloe Gin, Champagne
Red and gold colour scheme, baubles, wreath on bar, candy cane garnishes
Aperol Spritz, Hugo Spritz, Limoncello Spritz, Frose
Citrus displays, terracotta pots, linen table runner, Italian-style menu
Apple Cider Cocktails, Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini, Sloe Gin Fizz, Maple Bourbon Sour
Dried flowers, pumpkins, amber glassware, wooden crate displays
For Christmas party bar hire, seasonal theming is included as standard — our bartenders bring the festive cocktail menu, appropriate garnishes, and bar-level styling without extra charge.
The best themed bars happen when the bar team understands the full event vision — not just the drinks. When you brief The Sesh Bars on a themed event, share these details for the best result.
Send us your Pinterest board, event brief, or venue photos. We match the bar styling and cocktail menu to your overall vision.
If your event has specific colours (especially weddings), let us know. We can select cocktails, garnishes, and even glassware to complement your palette.
Indoor or outdoor, power access, space dimensions. This affects which bar unit we bring and how we position lighting and signage.
Dietary requirements, non-drinkers, favourite spirits. We build the cocktail menu around your guests — not around a generic template.
We send you a proposed menu based on your brief. You approve, amend, or request alternatives before the event. No surprises on the day.
Share your event details and receive a mobile bar hire quote within 24 hours. No obligation.