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Bar hire in Reykjavik: bartender, beer tap and glasses in one order

RentEvent

A bartender mixing cocktails at a bar

A bar at a party is three things: someone to serve, a tap or tools to mix with, and glasses. At RentEvent you get all three in one order, delivered to you and collected again. Here are price examples for three party sizes so you can see quickly where you land.

What is in the bar?

  • Bartender. ISK 8,990 per hour, 2-hour minimum. Every bartender has at least two years of bar experience and brings a shaker, jigger, strainer and bar spoon.
  • Beer tap. ISK 14,990 per day. Chills the beer itself and we connect it on site at no extra cost. You supply the keg.
  • Glasses. From ISK 190 per glass. You return them unwashed.

Price examples: 4 hours at the bar

30 guests50 guests100 guests
Bartenders1 (4 h): ISK 35,9602 (8 h): ISK 71,9203 (12 h): ISK 107,880
Beer tapISK 14,990ISK 14,990ISK 14,990
Glasses (2.5 per guest, ISK 190)75 glasses: ISK 14,250125 glasses: ISK 23,750250 glasses: ISK 47,500
Delivery and collectionISK 0ISK 0ISK 0
TotalISK 65,200ISK 110,660ISK 170,370

The examples use beer glasses at ISK 190. Cocktail glasses cost ISK 249–299 and wine glasses ISK 349. You supply the drinks, the keg, the ice and access to water. For cocktails you add syrups and purée, see syrups and purée.

When is a bartender enough on its own?

If cocktails are the main thing and beer is an afterthought, you can skip the tap. Rent cocktail glasses instead and add syrups and mixers to your cart. If you would rather enjoy the evening than stand behind the bar, the bartender matters most. See what a bartender costs.

How do you book?

Choose your date and equipment online and see the price straight away. Prefer a quote for a bigger event? Send us an enquiry and we reply within 24 hours. Choosing between party rentals? Here is an honest comparison of two party rentals.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need both a bartender and a beer tap?
No. The bartender brings the bar tools and suits a party where cocktails are the main thing. The beer tap suits a party where most people want beer. Many people book both.

Does alcohol come with it?
No. RentEvent does not sell alcohol. You supply the drinks, the keg and the ice, and we help you work out the amounts.

How many bartenders do I need?
We recommend one bartender for every 35 guests. For 50 guests, two is the most comfortable.

What does delivery cost?
It is free in the capital area on orders over ISK 10,000.