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Welcome to Killjoy

We’re a colorful, comfortable cocktail bar where all drinks are treated with the same exquisite respect.

Killjoy: Cocktail Bar and Private Events in Downtown Raleigh

Now Open for Signature Cocktails

Tuesday through Saturday

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Downtown Raleigh cocktail bar

Be the Spirit

A colorful, comfortable cocktail bar where all drinks are treated with the same exquisite respect.

Tucked just off Glenwood South and Smoky Hollow, Killjoy has room to settle in and stay awhile: three unique rooms, plush lounge seating and a covered, heated patio. Come for one drink. Stay for the night.

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Raleigh MagazineBest Cocktail Bar2023
Signature cocktails at Killjoy

Signature Cocktails

Seasonal menus built on fresh juice, house syrups and a little mischief.

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Spirit-free drinks at Killjoy

Spirit-Free, Same Respect

Zero-proof drinks with the same craft, garnish and glassware as everything else.

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A group celebrating at Killjoy

Private Events

Birthdays, office parties and girls' nights for 10 guests up to a full buyout of 125.

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Nov 19 – Dec 31 · Open every night

Miracle at Killjoy

Raleigh's most over-the-top holiday pop-up is back. Festive cocktails in collectible glassware, decor on every surface and a full season of holiday parties.

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Every week at Killjoy

Weekly Happenings

Wednesdays · 7 PM

Get Schooled at Cocktail Class

Shake, stir and sip with Jarod Johnson. $45 a person.

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Every third Thursday · 8 PM

Killjoy Karaoke

Hosted by KNU Element's Shawn Penn. No cover; optional donations go to charity.

Fridays · 9 PM

Friday Night Cocktail Party

Signature cocktails and a live DJ, hosted by Shaun Henny.

Saturdays · 9 PM

SNL at Killjoy

Nostalgic hip-hop and R&B with DJ Deluxe. Elevated-casual attire.

Last Saturday · 7 PM

Triangle Drag Shows

Big personalities and serious talent, hosted by Izzy A. Problem.

Best Cocktail BarRaleigh Magazine, 2023
Best Bartender NomineesRaleigh Magazine, 2024–2026
Official Miracle Pop-UpAs seen in Time Out
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Come see us

Visit Killjoy

116 N. West Street, Suite 100
Downtown Raleigh, NC 27603

Tuesday – Thursday5 PM – 12 AM
Friday – Saturday5 PM – 2 AM
Sunday – MondayClosed

Miracle season, Nov 19 – Dec 31: open every night. Sunday to Thursday 5 PM to midnight, Friday and Saturday 5 PM to 2 AM.

Walk-ins welcome; 21 and up. Limited free parking on site, with paid lots at 310 and 307 N. West Street.

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Open tonight · doors at 5 PM

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