Our Spaces

You can mix and match any of our spaces to fit your needs! Keep reading to learn more about each of our available venue rental spaces, or view the links below to discover more.

*Wedding Packages have bundled the spaces, please see your specific package to see which spaces are included in your rental.

The Circ Bar is comprised of not one, but three different bars! The Mural Courtyard and Railway Patio is home to Tiki, an outdoor covered bar with unique offerings such as boozy slushies, tiki-themed drinks, and our famous “boxtails.” From there, guests can head up the stairs on the back of the building to the Lounge and Roof Deck, the only outdoor patio in Ann Arbor with an unobstructed view of the sunset. While the Lounge bar boasts a functioning fireplace and intimate setting, Circ’s Main Bar offers up more excitement and fun with a karaoke stage, popcorn machine, and a multitude of games and activities. The Circ Bar also offers up a completely private fourth space to rent up on the third floor known as the Saloon Suite, which often doubles as a Bridal Suite/getting-ready room for wedding events.

Located in the former space of industrial-chic speakeasy bar Root, Rabbit Hole creates an over-the-top atmosphere with eccentric drinks, neon music, and live music all within a centuries old cavernous venue. This stunning venue space is made up of seven different spaces. After turning the corner from the host stand, guests can head straight towards a cozy lounge area (dubbed the “Date Room” by the staff), or make a left towards the bathrooms and the satelite absinthe bar “Apothecary”. The Apothecary leads down into the four different vaults, each of which lead to the dance floor and main bar. Vault A features custom-made locally-built booths. Vault B, or “Long Vault” is located in the very back, and may be rented out separately. Lastly Vault C features an accessibility ramp and Vault D features a cozy lounge-seating area.

Introducing King and White, our newest event space designed exclusively for private events. Unlike our other venue spaces, King and White remains dedicated solely to private gatherings, ensuring an intimate and exclusive atmosphere for our clients. Reflecting the signature aesthetic of our venues, this space pays homage to the building’s original architecture, boasting exposed brick and industrial pipes that lend an industrial-chic vibe. With its captivating industrial backdrop, King and White serves as a blank canvas, offering clients the freedom to transform the space according to their unique vision. Whether you envision a lavish wedding reception or a sophisticated corporate soirée, King and White provides the perfect setting to bring your event dreams to life.

The Circ Bar – Mural Courtyard & Railway Patio

Capacity: 300-400

Sq Ft: >5000

This space is entirely outdoors, and is only available from April-October. It is often rented as an add-on as there is no rain plan in the event of inclement weather.

Our largest outdoor space can be easily identified by its namesake – a 25 ft x 50ft mural entitled “Not Afraid to Dance” by Gary Horton. Features: smokeless fire pits, covered outdoor Tiki bar, wooden picnic tables, and seasonal decorations
Get the best of both worlds with this indoor/outdoor space. These two spaces are always rented together and features outdoor picnic tables, indoor and outdoor cocktail rounds, indoor benches, terrace garden & built-in outdoor benches, fireplace, full bar. This space is not large enough to bring in additional tables and chairs.
The Circ Bar – Lounge & Roof Deck

Capacity: Lounge (75), Roof Deck (125). If renting this space alone, we cannot book more than 75 guests; in the event of inclement weather, 125 cannot all fit into the Lounge.

Sq Ft: Lounge 950, Roof Deck 1150

Ideal for: Happy Hour, Wedding Welcome Parties, Casual Get-Togethers

The Circ Bar – Main Bar

Capacity: 300 standing, 150-165 with tables & chairs*

*venue furniture is included in your rental, but additional tables & chairs must be rented

Sq Ft: 3000

Ideal for: University Events, Graduation Parties, Holiday Parties, Greek Life

Formerly Circus Bar and Billiards, this space boasts the original architecture of the building. Features: pool table (this cannot be removed from the second floor, but may be pushed around the space), stage, DJ booth, over 40ft wraparound bar with a lowered handicap bar, five 7ft hightop tables, 2 4ft hightop tables, 8 cocktail rounds and their bar stools.
This open floor plan is perfect for intimate gatherings while having tons of room. Features: kitchenette, bluetooth speaker, desk, cocktail round and several barstools, 2 separate lounge seating with couches and armchairs, 3 mirrors, several clothing racks. This space also features a small screened off area for additional privacy as a changing area or nursing area.
The Circ Bar – Saloon Suite

Capacity: 20-30

This space is not accessible to the general public and is only available for events. Located on the 3rd floor, the Saloon Suite also doubles as a Bridal Suite/getting-ready room.

Ideal for: Baby Showers, Board Meetings

King and White

Capacity: 100 MAX standing

*venue furniture is included in your rental, but additional tables & chairs must be rented

Sq Ft: ~2000

Ideal for: Bridal Showers, Receptions

Features: Unisex Bathroom, DJ sound booth, Mini Bar, Whiskey Barrels, Hightops
Features: large main bar next to dance floor and DJ booth (shown above). Four vaults: Vault A features custom-designed booths by a local woodworker, Vault B (“Long Vault”) features a drink rail, 4 low top tables, and another booth, Vault C features a ramp for ADA access, and Vault D features a little lounge sitting area. There is also a large Lounge area (“Date Room”) with multiple built-in benches and tables. There is also a separate satellite bar (“Dry Bar” or “Absinthe Bar”).
Rabbit Hole

Capacity: 300-350 with built-in seating for 90-100

Sq Ft: 4000. We often are told that the space is MUCH bigger in person than our photos suggest – that’s because the space is actually broken up into multiple different vaults/rooms.

Ideal for: Corporate Parties, Holiday Parties

The Circ Bar and Rabbit Hole

Open Hours

The Circ Bar

Tue-Sat 6:00pm-2:00am
Sun 11:00am-3:00pm

Rabbit Hole

Thu-Sat 8:00pm-2:00am

Tour Hours

Guided-tours by appointment only*

*Guided tours are typically available on Tuesday/Thursdays during the day. Other dates/times subject to availability.

Self-guided tours welcome during regular open hours. Please note: Saloon Suite is unavailable to view for self-guided tours.

Location

210 S 1st Street,
Ann Arbor, MI 48104

The Circ Bar
Down the alley, follow the red lights by tracks up the back stairs

Rabbit Hole
Down the alley, right towards the green lights