30 Event Ideas for Your Bar This Summer

Increase profits and draw in customers by providing your patrons with exciting events to anticipate this summer.

1. Summer Kickoff Party: Welcome the summer season with a themed party, featuring tropical decorations, cocktails, and a beachy playlist.
2. Tiki Tuesdays: Host a weekly tiki night with tropical drinks, Hawaiian shirts, and island-inspired food specials; perhaps an aroma filled coconut bubble for an extra special serve.
3. Sangria Sundays: Offer a variety of sangria options, from traditional to fruit-infused creations, and encourage patrons to relax on your patio.
4. Open Mic Nights: Create a welcoming atmosphere for local musicians, comedians, and poets to showcase their talents.
5. Beer Tasting Events: Partner with local breweries to host a tasting night, offering customers the opportunity to sample new summer brews.
6. Trivia Nights: Organize weekly trivia events with summer-themed categories and offer prizes for the winning teams.
7. Outdoor Movie Nights: Set up a projector and screen in your outdoor space to show classic summer movies.
8. BBQ Cook-offs: Invite local chefs or grill masters to showcase their skills in a friendly competition, with customers voting for their favorite dishes.
9. Patio Yoga: Host morning or sunset yoga sessions on your outdoor patio, followed by a refreshing drink special.
10. Farmers' Market Brunch: Collaborate with local farmers to create a farm-to-table brunch menu featuring seasonal ingredients.
11. Live Music Weekends: Bring in local bands and artists to perform live on your patio or stage area.
12. Salsa Nights: Offer salsa dancing lessons, followed by an evening of dancing to Latin music.
13. Paint & Sip: Partner with a local art studio to host a painting event where guests can enjoy drinks while creating their own masterpieces.
14. World Cup Viewing Parties: Host viewing parties for the FIFA World Cup matches, with specials on international food and drinks.
15. Craft Cocktail Classes: Teach customers how to make their own refreshing summer cocktails in a fun, interactive setting with the Flavour Blaster Pro 2.
16. Dog Days of Summer: Host a dog-friendly event where patrons can bring their furry friends to enjoy the patio and special treats.
17. Karaoke Nights: Set up a karaoke machine and encourage patrons to sing their favorite summer tunes.
18. Beach Volleyball Tournament: Organize a friendly beach volleyball competition in your outdoor space with a makeshift sand court.
19. Ice Cream Social: Partner with a local ice cream shop to offer a variety of frozen treats and themed cocktails.
20. Pride Party: Celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month with a colorful, inclusive event featuring special performances, drinks, and giveaways.
21. Summer Solstice Party: Mark the longest day of the year with an all-day celebration, complete with food and drink specials.
22. Pool or Dart Tournament: Organize a competitive, yet friendly, pool or darts tournament with prizes for the winners.
23. Charity Fundraisers: Partner with a local charity to host a fundraising event, donating a portion of the night's proceeds to the cause.
24. Game Nights: Offer a variety of board games, giant Jenga, or other group games for customers to enjoy on your patio.
25. Wine Tasting Nights: Host a wine tasting event featuring a selection of refreshing summer wines and food pairings.
26. Sports Viewing Parties: Show popular summer sports events, such as the Olympics or baseball games, on big screens with themed food and drink specials.
27. Themed Costume Parties: Organize a summer-themed costume party, such as a '90s beach party or a Hawaiian luau.
28. Outdoor Comedy Shows: Invite local comedians to perform stand-up routines in your outdoor space.
29. Seafood Fest: Host a seafood-themed event featuring fresh, locally sourced fish and shellfish dishes, along with nautical-inspired cocktails! Grab the Flavour Blaster Pro 2 and level up any themed event.
30. Battle of the Bands: Organise a competition between local bands, with customers voting for their