Private Events & Parties

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From intimate birthday dinners to full venue hire — we build the perfect event around you. Birthdays, corporate nights, hen parties, and group brewery tours.

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What We Do Best

Every Occasion Covered

Whether it's 15 people or a full venue hire, we have the space, the food, and the experience to make it brilliant.

Celebrations

Birthdays & Anniversaries

Make the milestone unforgettable. We create bespoke celebrations with custom menus, decorations, and the full Lock 13 experience — including the option to hire The Thirteen bar upstairs.

Bespoke food & drinks packages
Dedicated event coordinator
Option to include The Thirteen cocktail bar
Groups from 15 to full venue hire
Cake, decorations, & birthday extras arranged
€10 deposit per person for groups of 15+
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Business

Corporate Events & Team Nights

A brewpub experience that people actually want to go to. Team dinners, client entertainment, or a proper end-of-quarter celebration. Brewery tour add-ons available for groups.

Private dining room available
Brewery tour package add-on
Flexible menus & dietary options
Invoice billing available for companies
AV & presentation facilities on request
Minimum 15 guests
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Groups

Hen Parties & Celebrations

Start the night right — cocktail masterclasses at The Thirteen, brewery tour, private dining, and a venue that makes the photos worth taking. The perfect opening act for a big night out.

Cocktail masterclass experience at The Thirteen
Private hire of The Thirteen bar
Brewery tour with guided tasting
Group dinner menus from €35 per head
Welcome drinks & arrival snacks
Groups from 10 upwards
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Experience

Group Brewery Tours

Private brewery tours for groups of 8 or more. See Ireland's first purpose-built brewpub brewery, hear the story of KBC, and taste fresh-brewed beers guided by our head brewer.

Exclusive private tour for your group
Guided by our head brewer
Guided tasting of 4–6 KBC beers
Add dinner before or after
Available weekends & by arrangement
Groups from 8 people
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Seasonal

Christmas Parties & Festive Nights

Book early — Christmas at Lock 13 fills fast. Set festive menus, mulled wine on arrival, and the full warm atmosphere of a Kildare institution at its most festive.

Christmas set menus from November
Mulled wine & festive welcome drinks
Full venue available for large groups
€20 deposit per person required for Christmas bookings
Bookings open September annually
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Family

Family Gatherings & Communions

Communions, confirmations, family get-togethers — Lock 13 is family-friendly to its core. Great food, a warm welcome for all ages, and a setting the whole family will remember.

Family-friendly menus for all ages
Kids menu €12.95 for 3 courses
Private area for groups of 20+
Communion & confirmation packages available
Canal-side setting — great for photos
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Booking & Deposit Policy A deposit of €10 per person is required for all parties of 15 or more, payable no later than 14 days before your reservation. For Christmas bookings and key seasonal dates, a €20 per person deposit applies. Deposits are fully deducted from your bill on the day. For same-day bookings, payment is due at time of reservation.
How It Works

From Enquiry to Event in 4 Steps

01

Send Us an Enquiry

Fill in the form below or call us. Tell us your date, numbers, and what you have in mind.

02

We Get Back Within 24hrs

Our events team will come back to you with availability, packages, and pricing.

03

Secure With a Deposit

Confirm your booking with a deposit (€10 per person for groups of 15+). Your date is locked in.

04

Show Up & Enjoy

We handle everything. You and your guests just arrive, relax, and have a brilliant time.

Get in Touch

Tell Us About Your Event

Fill in the form and our events team will come back to you within 24 hours with availability and packages tailored to what you need.

Prefer to call?045 850 500 — available from 4pm Wed–Sun
Email us directlyinfo@lock13.ie
Response timeWe reply to all event enquiries within 24 hours
Book as far ahead as possibleWeekends and peak dates fill quickly — especially summer and Christmas
The Thirteen Add-On

Ask us about including The Thirteen cocktail bar as part of your event — private hire, cocktail masterclasses, and more.

Event Enquiry

We'll come back to you within 24 hours. For urgent enquiries call 045 850 500.

FAQ

Common Questions

We take private bookings for groups of 15 or more. For groups of 10–14, we can often accommodate a reserved area — contact us to discuss.
As far in advance as possible — especially for weekends, summer, and Christmas. Friday and Saturday evenings in particular can book out weeks ahead. We recommend at least 4–6 weeks' notice for larger groups.
Yes. We have a private dining area suitable for groups of 15–40. For larger groups, we can discuss partial or full venue hire depending on the date.
Yes — The Thirteen is available for private hire on Friday and Saturday evenings, subject to availability. It's a Prohibition-era speakeasy with Art Deco décor and works brilliantly for birthday parties, hen nights, and corporate receptions.
A deposit of €10 per person is required for groups of 15 or more, payable 14 days before your event. For Christmas bookings the deposit is €20 per person. Deposits are fully deducted from your bill on the day — they're never lost unless you cancel within the cancellation window.
Absolutely. We can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and most allergies with advance notice. Please mention dietary requirements when you enquire so we can plan accordingly.
Yes. For groups of 15+, we recommend a set menu — it ensures food comes out together and makes the evening flow better. We'll send you menu options when you enquire. Pricing starts from €35 per head for a 2-course dinner.
Yes — free parking is available directly outside the venue. We're also a 5-minute walk from Sallins/Naas train station, which is very convenient for groups coming from Dublin.
Let's Make It Happen

Ready to Start Planning?

Send us an enquiry and we'll come back within 24 hours with everything you need.