Private Events

Bring the Sugar House experience to your celebration — at the bar or anywhere you need us.

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Since 2011

Sugar House has been the backdrop for celebrations since the doors opened in Corktown. Whether you're hosting at the bar or bringing the cocktail experience to your own venue, our bartending team and cocktail program make every event feel like a proper occasion.

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At the Bar

Host at Sugar House

Full Buyout

Exclusive use of the entire bar for your event. Dedicated Sugar House bartenders, a custom cocktail menu designed for the occasion, craft ice, real glassware — the full experience, with nothing held back.

Capacity: TBD
Minimum Spend: TBD

Best for: corporate entertaining, milestone birthdays, rehearsal dinners, holiday parties

Semi-Private

A reserved section of the bar for your group while Sugar House operates normally around you. Your party gets a dedicated bartender and the same attention to detail — just on a smaller scale.

Capacity: TBD

Ideal for: birthday drinks, engagement celebrations, smaller gatherings, after-work events

What's Included

The Full Experience

Dedicated bartender(s)

Custom cocktail menu consultation

Craft ice — large cubes, collins spears

Real glassware

Full spirits and mixers

Setup and breakdown

Event coordination

At Your Location

Sugar House, Wherever You Are

The same bartenders. The same cocktails. The same craft ice. At your home, your office, or any venue you choose. From corporate client events to backyard birthday parties, Sugar House brings the full bar experience wherever you need it.

Home Celebrations

Birthdays, dinner parties, bachelorettes, anniversaries — cocktails made right in your living room or backyard.

Corporate Events

Team building, client entertainment, holiday parties. A bar program that makes the company look good.

Private Cocktail Classes

Hands-on instruction from Sugar House bartenders at your location. Learn the craft. Drink the results.

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Tell Us About Your Event

Share the basics and our events team will follow up within 48 hours with a custom proposal.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked

What is the capacity for a full buyout?

Contact us for current capacity details and availability. We accommodate everything from intimate gatherings to larger celebrations.

Can we customize the cocktail menu?

Yes. Our bar team will work with you to design a menu that fits your event — from classic cocktails to custom creations built for the occasion.

Do you provide food or catering?

Sugar House focuses on the cocktail experience. We are happy to recommend catering partners in the Corktown area who complement what we do.

What does offsite bartending include?

Everything you need for a full bar experience at your location — bartenders, cocktail menu, spirits, mixers, glassware, craft ice, setup and breakdown. See our Bartending Services page for full details and pricing.

How far in advance should we book?

We recommend reaching out at least 3-4 weeks before your event. For peak seasons like holidays and wedding season, earlier is better.

What is the service area for offsite events?

We serve the greater Detroit metro area. For events outside this area, reach out and we will see what we can do.