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Welcome to Killjoy

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

Guests celebrating at Killjoy in downtown Raleigh

Host an Event at Killjoy

Private rooms and full buyouts for 10 to 125 guests in downtown Raleigh.

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Private events in downtown Raleigh

Your night, our bar

From 10 friends in a private lounge to 125 guests and the whole bar, Killjoy hosts it with the same exquisite respect we pour into every drink.

Birthdays, bridal showers, office parties, rehearsal dinners, client nights and girls’ nights out. Tell us what you’re celebrating and our events team builds the night around it.

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4Event spaces
10–125Guests
3Lounge rooms
1Covered, heated patio

Choose your space

Rooms for every size

Lounge seating at Killjoy
Up to 30 guests · seats 15–20

Front Private Room

Window-lined lounge at the front of the bar. Our go-to for birthdays, showers and team happy hours.

Killjoy rear private room
Up to 20 guests · seats 12–15

Rear Private Room

Leather chesterfields, low light and a screen for presentations or the big game. Cozy and tucked away.

A full Killjoy buyout
30 to 125 guests

Full Buyout

The entire bar, before opening or during business hours, with your own bartenders and a dedicated host.

Killjoy patio
Up to 40 guests · with a full buyout

Covered Patio

Covered and heated, so it works year-round. Available with a full-venue reservation.

Simple from start to finish

How it works

1

Tell us the details

Date, headcount and occasion. It takes about a minute.

2

Get a custom quote

Our events team sends options and pricing for your space and size.

3

Make it yours

Add a signature drink, a cocktail class or catering. Then show up and celebrate.

Signature drinks

Name a cocktail after the guest of honor, or pick favorites from our seasonal and spirit-free menus.

Private cocktail class

Turn the party into a hands-on class led by Jarod Johnson. Everyone shakes, stirs and sips.

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Bring the food

Outside catering from licensed, insured vendors is welcome. Ask us for our favorite local caterers.

Holiday parties

Book a Miracle night

From Nov 19 to Dec 31, every room is dressed for the holidays. December weekends fill first.

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Let’s party

Start your inquiry

Share the basics and our events team writes back with options and pricing. No commitment until you sign.

  • Groups from 10 guests to a 125-guest buyout
  • Spirit-free drinks with the same craft as every cocktail
  • 116 N. West Street, just off Glenwood South

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