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Cultura Lounge Bar
Santos / Lapa, Lisbon

Event Venue Hire in Lisbon

Cultura Lounge Bar is a stylish two-floor event venue in Lisbon, available for private and corporate events for up to 100 guests. Located in the historic Santos/Lapa area, Cultura combines the atmosphere of a lounge bar with the infrastructure of a fully equipped event venue — suitable for networking events, corporate gatherings, private parties, birthdays, brand activations, international community events and pre-wedding celebrations.

The venue has two connected floors. The main stage is located on the Lower Floor and is also visible from the Upper Floor, creating a balcony-style view and allowing both levels to feel connected during an event.

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Capacity & Space

100Total Capacity
195 m²Total Area
50Guests · Upper Floor
50Guests · Lower Floor

The venue can be hired in full, while individual-floor hire may also be available depending on the event format and date.

Event Hire & Pricing

All packages work on a minimum spend basis — the full amount is redeemable on drinks, food and hookah on the night, rather than a separate charge. Availability depends on the event format, guest count and the venue's regular programme.

Lower Floor · Weekdays
From €2,000

Private use of the Lower Floor on weekdays. Minimum spend fully redeemable on drinks, food and hookah.

Full Venue
From €5,000

Exclusive use of both floors. Minimum spend redeemable on drinks, food and hookah — our main option for corporate events, networking and larger celebrations.

Full Venue with Open Bar
From €10,000

Exclusive use of both floors with an open bar for your guests. Deposit redeemable on drinks, food and hookah.

Book on a Weekday
From €4,000 Full Venue
From €8,000 Full Venue + Open Bar

Weekday hire comes at a reduced minimum spend — the same redeemable-on-the-night terms apply.

For an exact quote based on your date, guest count and format, send us an enquiry.

The Two Floors

Upper Floor

~115 m² · Up to 50 guests

A comfortable lounge-style event space suitable for networking events, corporate gatherings, meetings, private parties and social events. It includes a seated lounge area with sofas, armchairs and tables, as well as a dedicated bar area. From the Upper Floor, guests can look down onto the stage on the level below, making it particularly suitable for events combining networking or dining with presentations and entertainment. The flexible layout works well for cocktail receptions, informal meetings, seated gatherings and private celebrations.

Lower Floor

~80 m² · Up to 50 guests

A versatile event space featuring the venue's main stage, professional sound and lighting equipment and additional lounge seating. For larger events, this floor can also accommodate a dedicated catering and hospitality area with buffet tables, welcome drinks and food stations — a setup we've used successfully for events of 50–100 guests. The space works particularly well for presentations, corporate events, parties, networking and events incorporating DJs or live entertainment.

Venue Features

Two floors
Capacity for up to 100 guests
Main stage
Professional sound system
Professional event lighting
Microphones
WiFi
Fully equipped bar
Lounge seating with sofas and armchairs
Tables and flexible seating arrangements
Catering / buffet area
Cloakroom
Hookah service
Bartenders and waiters
Cleaning staff
Assistance with event organization
DJs, musicians and performers available on request

Entertainment & Technical Support

Cultura Lounge Bar regularly hosts performances and events, so the venue already has the infrastructure required for entertainment. The stage can be used for presentations, DJs, musicians and performances, with professional sound and lighting equipment available on site — including a digital mixing console, line-array PA system and additional speakers, a full set of wired and wireless microphones, a DJ table, and a DMX-controlled LED lighting rig with truss and Wi‑Fi control.

Our team can also help organizers find entertainment for their event. We work with a network of trusted DJs, jazz and soul musicians, bands and other performers, and can even assist with more unusual entertainment options such as illusionists.

Catering

In-house catering can be arranged depending on the size and format of the event. Available finger-food options include canapés with cherry tomato & cheese, prosciutto & brie, salami & olives, grape & brie and salmon; salmon tartare and shrimp tartlets; individual salads; mini beef burgers; mini croissants with salmon or roast beef; and bruschettas with salmon, salami, prosciutto or cheese & pear. Customized catering menus can also be created for private and corporate events.

Example catering timeline

20:30 — Welcome & Cold Bites

Catering station + tray service

  • Mini bruschetta with veal tartare and parmesan cream
  • Canapé with cherry tomato and mozzarella
  • Canapé with brie and grape
  • Mini bruschetta with salmon and sun-dried tomato
  • Shrimp tartlet with citrus dressing
  • Salmon tartare tartlet with pickled green onion
21:45 — Hot Bites

Catering station + tray service

  • Grilled octopus skewer with roasted sweet potato
  • Grilled shrimp skewer with roasted peach
  • Mini beef burger with cheddar, pickle and BBQ sauce
  • Chicken skewer with roasted bell pepper
23:00 — Desserts

Catering station + tray service

  • Mini "Napoleon" cake
  • Tartlet with mascarpone cream and fresh strawberry or raspberry
00:00 — Late-Night Snacks

Catering station

  • Canapé with strawberry and blue cheese
  • Canapé with prosciutto and melon
  • Salmon tartare tartlet
  • Mini bruschetta with prosciutto

This is one example of how an evening can be timed — every catering menu is customised to the event's format, guest count and budget.

Drinks & Bar

Cultura has a fully equipped cocktail bar offering signature and classic cocktails, wine, sparkling wine, non-alcoholic drinks, coffee and tea. Depending on the event, we can organize welcome drinks, drinks charged against the event minimum spend, or an open bar with a customized drinks menu. Premium hookah service can also be incorporated into private-event packages.

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Other Ways to Celebrate

Not every event needs a full venue hire. A few other ways we work with organisers:

Small Birthday Celebrations

Up to 20 guests · Pre-order from the menu

Just want to mark a birthday with friends? We can reserve tables for up to 20 guests with a pre-order from the menu — no full venue hire needed. Email us for details.

Custom & Flexible Formats

Tell us about your event

If your event doesn't fit neatly into a standard package, feel free to email us and describe what you have in mind — we'll suggest the option that works best for your group and budget.

Daytime Events

Available on request

Cultura can open specially for your event on days we're normally closed, making a daytime event possible outside our regular evening hours.

Photo & Video Productions

From €200/hour

We're glad to collaborate with photographers, film crews and agencies producing commercial or advertising content at the venue.

Live Music & DJ

DJ sets from €300 · Live musicians from €600

Add a DJ set or live musicians — duo, trio and up — to your event through our network of trusted performers.

Whatever the format, the best next step is the same: send us an email with your date, guest count and what you have in mind.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many guests can Cultura Lounge Bar host?

Up to 100 guests across both floors — 50 on the Upper Floor and 50 on the Lower Floor, for a total area of approximately 195 m².

Can I hire just one floor?

Yes, individual-floor hire may be available depending on the event format and date. The venue can also be hired in full for larger events.

What's included in the venue hire?

The main stage, professional sound and lighting, microphones, WiFi, a fully equipped bar, lounge seating, flexible tables, a catering/buffet area, cloakroom, hookah service, bartenders, waiters and cleaning staff, plus assistance with event organization.

Can Cultura Lounge Bar organize catering for the event?

Yes, in-house catering can be arranged depending on the size and format of the event, with customised menus for private and corporate events.

Can Cultura Lounge Bar help find entertainment, like DJs or musicians?

Yes. Our team works with a network of trusted DJs, jazz and soul musicians, bands and other performers, and can help organize entertainment for the event, including more unusual options such as illusionists.

How much does it cost to hire Cultura Lounge Bar?

Pricing works on a minimum spend basis, redeemable on drinks, food and hookah: from €2,000 for the Lower Floor on weekdays, from €5,000 for full venue hire, or from €10,000 for full venue hire with an open bar. Final pricing depends on guest count, catering and entertainment.

Can I just book a table for a small birthday?

Yes — we can reserve tables for up to 20 guests with a pre-order from the menu, without a full venue hire. Email us for details.

Can you open the venue during the day for an event?

Yes, Cultura can open specially for your event on days we're normally closed, making daytime events possible outside our regular evening hours.

Can I book Cultura Lounge Bar for a photo or video shoot?

Yes, we regularly collaborate with photographers, film crews and agencies for commercial and advertising productions, from €200 per hour.

Can you provide a DJ or live musicians for my event?

Yes — through our network of trusted performers, DJ sets start from €300, and live musicians (duo, trio and up) start from €600.

How do I enquire about booking Cultura Lounge Bar for an event?

Send an enquiry to yulia.bykova@culturalounge.com with your event date, guest count and format, and our team will get back to you with availability and a tailored proposal.

Plan Your Event

Tell us your event date, guest count and format, and we'll get back to you with availability and a tailored proposal.

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CONTACT US
Mon–Thu: 18:00–01:00
Fri–Sat: 18:00–02:00
Sun: 18:00–01:00
Lisbon, Portugal,
Calçada do Marquês de Abrantes 40A
+351 916 777 747
hello@culturalounge.com
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