The festive season just isn't complete without a cracking festive bash, but sometimes finding the perfect venue can be a little overwhelming. Lucky for you, the DesignMyNight elves have been hard at work, scouring the city in search of the best places for a Cardiff Christmas party. From classic roast dinners in pretty private dining rooms to full-blown fiestas at rollicking bars, these fun and friendly spots should do the trick.
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Last updated on 15th November 2024
Offering over eighty, yes eighty, different types of cider, The Cardiff Stable is perfect for those of you in search of a more laid-back space for Cardiff Christmas parties. Complete your festive experience with delicious eats such pizzas, puddings and finger food that can accommodate even the fussiest of eaters.
Walkabout is ready to tend to all of your Christmas party needs, as a rollicking bar that always knows where the party's at. And if your group fancies some festive fare, get stuck into banging buffet bites, with plenty of affordable bevvies to wash it all down.
Located in the city centre, kooky cocktail bar The Alchemist is one of our top picks for Christmas party ideas in Cardiff. Whether you're looking for a festive meal with your nearest and dearest or a night of creative cocktails accompanied by the gang, this gorgeous hangout has it all.
With private hire available for that exclusive soirée of yours, Peppermint Cardiff is the cocktail bar offering cosmopolitan luxury. Snap up this trendy venue to enjoy sophisticated cocktails, scrumptious grub and unbeatable vibes this Christmas.
Make sure this year's Christmas party is an absolute corker by booking out a space over at Grosvenor Casino Cardiff. Not only will your group be treated to a delectable three-course meal and prosecco aplenty, but also given access to fun games, like roulette and blackjack.
For an electric atmosphere alongside lip-smacking cuisine and killer drinks, it has to be The Eli Jenkins. As one of the best Christmas party venues in Cardiff Bay, this trendy boozer is making your holiday dreams come true, with festive feasts and buffet spreads galore.
A wholesome pub in the heart of the city, Brewhouse & Kitchen is a must-visit if you're looking for great office Christmas party venues in Cardiff. Alongside boasting some of the best beers in the biz, it whips up slow-cooked venison with truffle-infused potatoes and classic turkey dinners.
Friendly boozer Beverley Hotel is opening its doors to festive revellers and those hungry for a belly-busting meal. Tuck into three courses or book a buffet, featuring mini treats from loaded Yorkshire puddings to breaded brie. Add some fizz with an epic drinks package too.
Already one of the best bars in the city to grab a few wintertime pints, BrewDog is also an excellent spot if you're keen on a fun bar for an office Christmas party in Cardiff. Get the gang together for a more relaxed feast, as it promises festive burgers and buffet bangers.
Get ready to dive into the virtual vortex at Active Reality's VR haven in Cardiff Llanishen and Eastern. It's the ideal place to get your crew cracking up, bonding, and having a blast with an out-of-this-world virtual reality escapade. Come down to pump up the adrenaline and make some unforgettable memories before hitting the town, with prices starting from £120 for 45 minutes.
From Gareth Bale comes Elevens Bar & Grill, a lively bar with sleek decor and tasty finger food to keep you guys well-fed. Think chicken tenders, juicy sliders and scrummy pizzas. And in the way of liquid libations, you'll find buckets of beer and ciders.
What do all good Christmas parties in Cardiff city centre need? Cocktails, of course. And Be At One is a bit of a pro at whipping up excellent concoctions. Factor in the private hire options plus delicious bar snacks and your celebrations just got a whole lot better.
The Head of Steam is a solid choice for a casual yet fun Christmas party for groups who love beer, bar games and live music. Feast on Christmas burgers and pizzas, not to mention loaded roast potatoes accompanied by a pot of gravy.
One of the city's hottest activity bars, Flight Club is a fantastic destination for your party, offering up mouthwatering pizzas, banging drinks and a revolutionised version of darts. And if you fancy a daytime bash, try out its Festive Brunch Socials.
Hidden gem The Mackintosh Hotel is a wonderland of festive food and pints... what more could you ask for? Get down and dirty with a full-blown buffet or keep things civilised with a set menu. You'll find classics and quirky plates here, like winter burgers.
Add a little razzle-dazzle to your shindig this year with a trip to Tonight Josephine. What to expect? Cracking cocktails, drag hosts, scrummy buffet bites and fabulous tunes thumping, as well as some of the sassiest decor you ever did see.
Have a merry old time at Church Inn Llanishen, a top spot for a work Christmas party in Cardiff. Choose between a set menu or a buffet and feast on a selection of festive eats that are sure to put you in a food coma. This local pub will also be doing what it does best and slinging drinks to fuel your celebrations.
Seating up to 12 guests together, Mowgli Cardiff is ideal for small Christmas party venues - making sure you get your fix of Christmas dinner with a twist across an enchanting space filled with fairy lights, swing seats and trees. Not only that, but your three courses include the likes of gunpowder chicken, Himalayan cheese toast, and two-tiered tiffin boxes of pot-luck curry - all accompanied by prosecco and beer.
Sometimes, nothing quite beats a good ol' boozer for your festive forays. In which case, O'Neill's has got your bash all wrapped up If you're looking for Christmas packages in Cardiff, this haunt slings out three courses for just £17.50, as well as delicious buffet options.
If you're on the lookout for impressive Christmas restaurants in Cardiff, give The Botanist a visit. The venue will be showcasing scrumptious two or three-course menus, complete with turkey kebabs and sticky toffee pudding. As for tipples? Nab one of the drink packages so you can celebrate in style. If you're not in the area, check out their Cardiff Bay outpost instead.
For those of you in need of Christmas party venues in South Wales, Henry's is a sprawling boozer that's ideal for all budgets. You can snap up festive set menus, featuring duck breast with truffle dauphinoise potatoes and an eastern spiced vegetable roast, as well as finger food spreads for the whole gang.
If you're on the hunt for a Christmas party hotspot, be sure to visit The Cocktail Club Cardiff. Not only does this fabulous haunt offer full venue hire, but it also has a cool upstairs and basement space for those festive celebrations. Thirsty? There's a top-notch cocktail menu for that.
Don't expect a silent night if you're planning a trip to NQ64. Party while playing an array of retro arcade machines, alongside old-school consoles for two-player gaming. Cocktails will be keeping you going, all serving as a great distraction while you wait for Santa to arrive.
Pen & Wig is something of a Cardiff city centre staple. It mixes snug, old school boozer decor with a contemporary vibe. Book in to celebrate with a full-blown bonanza, wolfing down sumptuous roast dinners alongside all the trimmings or a load of top-notch nibbles.
Rustling up a whole load of finger-lickin' festive fancies, including hand-carved turkey, merry mac 'n' cheese and Crimbo burgers, Gassy's is a fabulous spot for this year's shindig. Pair that with beer packages or delicious cocktails and you've got yourself a feast.
Ensure that your party this December is one for the history books by arranging a space at Retro. Whether you fancy a couple of tables or a whole area to yourself, you can boogie late into the night to throwback hits, with a load of pre-bookable drinks packages up for grabs.
One of the best office Christmas party venues in Cardiff city centre, Zerodegrees is bringing you affordable eats and an excellent atmosphere. Nab three courses from just £35 per person, then let DJs and live acts provide some excellent entertainment.
A cool nightclub and event space in the heart of the city, District is a top choice for lively Christmas parties. They're best known for their state-of-the-art sound system and a distinctive LED bar light rig, which is guaranteed to have you on the dancefloor.
You can hire three different spaces for exclusive use, from a basement area to the rooftop terrace. There's room for anywhere between 50 and 600 people here, great for events of all sizes.
If you've got a bit more of a comfortable budget, The Dead Canary might be just the place for your festive frolicking. Serving expertly crafted themed concoctions alongside bespoke Christmas platters, the whole luxury vibe of this place is rounded off with the option to book the entire space.
One of the best places for a work Christmas party in Cardiff city centre, Coyote Ugly is sure to spice up your seasonal soirée. With a selection of festive packages available, as well as great vibes and good music, it's the ideal spot to let loose. And when else are you going to be able to dance on a bar?
Keep warm this winter with a competitive night out in Cardiff. Play at Pins will get your adrenaline pumping thanks to bowling, tense escape rooms, air hockey and other fun games. You can also book for large groups so the whole gang can get involved.
Home to some of the top tipples in the city, not to mention a range of private hire areas, Dirty Martini is a fantastic venue for office Christmas parties in Cardiff. With a range of festive drinks and party packages to suit every pocket, it's the ideal location for your yuletide shindig.
CIRCUIT is keeping energy high throughout the festive season and getting you through the gloomy night thanks to their epic DJ-led parties. Book a VIP area for you and your favourite elves or pile onto the main dancefloor for a chance to let loose after a long year.
It's not Christmas without the cheesy tunes, and nowhere knows that better than Cardiff's Popworld. This year, the St Mary Street club is sorting you out with a whole host of great party packages, from VIP booths for small groups to whole venue hire for the larger bashes.
Slug and Lettuce loves nothing more than helping you out with your seasonal knees-up. Boasting gorgeous interiors, adorned with pink blossom, botanical patterns and neon lights, it's ideal for multi-course meals and banging buffets, with plenty of cocktail trees thrown in too.
Trusty pub Owain Glyndwr is ideal if you're looking for private Christmas party venues in Cardiff. Festive burgers, turkey and smoked ham hock pie and apple salted caramel tart are just some of the treats that are in store.
Forget the mince pies and mulled wine, it's all about Latin spirit at Revolucion de Cuba, with funky cocktails, tasty treats and vibrant live shows. The bar is geared up for your group, showcasing food and drinks packages, plus plenty of dancefloor-ready tunes.
When it comes to pretty Christmas party venues in Cardiff city centre, there's none more eye-catching than The Ivy. The perfect destination if you're looking for a little luxury, this restaurant promises swish private dining rooms and plates of beautifully crafted British cuisine.
The Cosy Club is sorting out your festive antics to no end. Head over to the gorgeous Cardiff Bay Christmas party venue for the chance to tuck into a spirited lineup of yuletide treats, from twists on your classic Christmas spreads to vegan puddings and themed brunches.
