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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

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