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cash bar

American  

noun

  1. a bar selling drinks to persons attending a special function.

    There will be a cash bar available at the reception.


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In 2024, workers said, the company hosted a Christmas party that featured a cash bar at a local bowling alley.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

Opening day Feb. 14 is VIP-only, but that evening the VIP Valentines Day Party is open to the public for $25 per person, with art tours, food trucks and a cash bar.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2020

Tickets, which benefit the Oyster Recovery Partnership and Anacostia Riverkeepers, include oysters and food; beers will be sold at a cash bar.

From Washington Post • Aug. 28, 2018

The dream died near the cash bar, beside the stiff focaccia and the medley of Italian meats.

From New York Times • Jun. 27, 2018

SAT Live performances on the streets outside the theater by musicians, dancers and comedians, hosted by Nancy Guppy, free ice cream for first 200 people, cash bar, 5-8 p.m.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 21, 2018