Christmas Party Venues

With the threat of a three-course dinner where the conversation is as dry as the turkey, the stakes are very high when it comes to party planning. From hidden cocktail bars to quirky immersive experiences and swanky high-end restaurants, there's certainly no shortage of spots. So, we've created a list of the very best Christmas party venues in London for 2024.

For more inspiration, check out our Christmas party in London guide.

Last edited by Lauren Cole

Last updated on 11th December 2024




Ballie Ballerson London

One of the coolest things to do in Shoreditch, Ballie Ballerson offers some of the best Christmas party experiences in London. Head down to Curtain Road for the chance to get you groove on surrounded by cocktails, pizza and huge ball pits.

Horizon 22

Turn your Christmas party into a sky-high event at Horizon 22. Located on the 58th floor of the tallest building in the City of London, this breathtaking venue offers panoramic views and space for up to 500 guests. It's not only a glamorous spot but also Europe's highest free public viewing gallery.

With catering by Searcys, boasting over 175 years of experience, you'll be treated to top-notch British cuisine, paired beautifully with wines, beers, and cocktails.

Humbug: The Immersive Christmas Dive Bar

Celebrate the season in style at Humbug, the immersive Christmas experience that makes for an unforgettable party venue. Whether you want to host up to 400 guests in the entire space or have a more intimate gathering for 100 on the mezzanine, this festive haunt has you covered.

Nestled in the iconic Boiler House in East London, this themed wonderland features three lively bars and a fantastic lineup of street food. Bring your best holiday spirit and watch even the most reluctant Scrooges and Grinches get swept up in the festive fun this December.

The Princess Royal Notting Hill

The Princess Royal Notting Hill is making waves as the hottest boozer in town. If you want to throw a private breakfast, lunch, or dinner for your crew, check out their feasting menus for 10 to 20 guests in their highly exclusive The Charlotte and The Victoria private dining rooms. They serve up a delightful seasonal Mediterranean menu featuring signature dishes like the famous Princess Parmigiana.

The Grazing Goat Marylebone

Spanning six floors with gorgeous oak decor, huge fireplaces and sash windows, The Grazing Goat is a quaint pub that sits in the heart of London and is where Lady Portman once grazed her goats (hence its name). The front or back dining rooms are available to hire for all your party needs and can fit around 35 to 45 guests to enjoying feasting packages, great music and good times. The entire first floor can be secured too, and there are eight boutique rooms should you fancy booking a stay. 

Festive Small Plates and Cocktails

@ The New York Bar on Mon, 25th Nov 2024 - Sun, 5th Jan 2025

Located in Victoria, The New York Bar is turning into a festive wonderland that's perfect for Christmas parties. Talented bar manager Silvu Stan will be whipping up a range of signature winter cocktails, and you'll also get to enjoy four delicious small plates to share while sipping these concoctions. This fantastic experience is taking place from 25th November right through to January, with live music on Christmas Eve.

The Star By Liverpool Street

£4.99 Drinks Throughout January Monday to Friday before 10pm - Pints of Camden Hells or Pale Ale, House Spirits & Mixers or 175ml Glasses of House Wine and 2 other offers

Looking for a cool place to host your Christmas bash? The Star By Liverpool is a fun pub in itself, plus it boasts a number of private rooms and five unique karaoke spaces. Head over to celebrate with your nearest and dearest, as well as enjoy mouthwatering food and drinks.

Auberge

Complimentary glass of prosecco and 1 other offer

Found close to Waterloo station, Auberge is a stylish, modern venue in a great location - complete with sleek black interiors and a rooftop terrace. You can hire a number of different private spaces here, including both the upstairs and downstairs bar, with capacities of between 40 and 125 people at a time.

There's a great choice of craft beer and wine up for grabs, and if you're planning a sit-down meal then check out their Christmas menu too. Enjoy two courses for £29.95, or three for £34.95, including deep-fried camembert, roast turkey and sweet potato curry.

Megan's - Various Sites

Get into the yuletide spirit at Megan's venues in IslingtonRichmond and Battersea this Christmas. Whether you're on the hunt for a huge celebration or a low-key event, these crackin' venues provide the perfect backdrop and delicious Mediterranean-inspired food. 

From dates wrapped in bacon with a Christmas fondue dip to crunchy Brussels sprouts on creamy labneh and lamb kofte shish, they've cooked up a variety of set menus to transport you to a festive foodie heaven.

Thames Luxury Charters

Views of the city? A luxury setting? brilliant entertainment packages? Check, check and check. Thames Luxury Charters are the perfect choice for your Christmas party when you really want to wow your guests. There are three different boats to choose from, with capacities ranging from 90 to 620 - and if you pick their biggest option, Tower bridge will even open for you. Whether you're looking for a sit down dinner, nibbles or just drinks, these guys have got you covered with a unique package tailored to your event.

The Old Ship Inn

One of Hackney Central's best-loved pubs, this warm and friendly spot on Mare Street is bursting with old-school charm, alongside a great selection of beers and cocktails, and some tasty grub to stuck into. There are also ten boutique bedrooms on offer for guests travelling from afar. 

The Wolfpack Inn (Fulham)

DOUBLE Your bar tab throughout January

The Wolfpack Inn is a cool boutique hotel and bar in Fulham, with another location in West Hampstead. They offer a vibrant atmosphere, shabby chic decor and rustic features in the form of beamed ceilings and leather chairs. The former can be found in the heart of Fulham Broadway boasting an array of rooms perfect for a Christmas party. The Den can accommodate up to 100 guests, whereas The Garden fits a more sizeable 150 - you'll also be able to feast on curated platter packages featuring the likes of pork and stilton sausage rolls.

Hand & Flower Hammersmith

Hand & Flower Hammersmith is a West London location that's smashing it out the park for Christmas parties, making sure you've got full bellies and a merry disposition when you leave. Feast on affordable multi-course menus, including roasted squash ravioli with chestnut and sage or traditional roasts.

London Bridge Rooftop

£6 Aprés Sunday

London Bridge Rooftop is home to an Après Bar makeover this year, complete with snow-covered firs, heated and covered pergolas decked out in lights, vintage ski memorabilia for decor and even a whole ski lift as booth seating. Warming mulled wine, seasonal cocktails and even Christmas burgers are just some of what's on offer here, as well as those ever-present, close-up views of the Shard.

Whether you want a more casual one filled with weekend DJs and bottomless brunches or need to hire out the sixth floor private space, there are parties galore for between 8 to 60 people on the cards here.

Barrio - Bars

South American party bar Barrio in Shoreditch and Angel is set to upgrade festive antics with pals. Touting a range of hireable spaces from terraces to basements, which are decked out with Latin-inspired interiors and cocktails galore, make it the ideal spot for Christmas plans.

Ping Pong - Various Sites, London

Searching for office Christmas party venues in London? Ping Pong is serving up a crackin' cocktail selection, dim sum and gorgeous interiors to enjoy with colleagues. Set menu packages start from budget-friendly prices with additional discounts for those who get their bookings in early.

Christmas Parties at The Rubens Hotel

@ The English Grill at The Rubens at The Palace Hotel on Mon, 18th Nov 2024 - Sun, 5th Jan 2025

Dripping from head to toe in opulent grandeur, The English Grill at The Rubens at The Palace Hotel is the ultimate Christmas party destination. While surrounded by candles, vintage artwork and leather booths, get stuck into upmarket eats complemented with bubbles.

The Montague on the Gardens Ski Lodge

Located right by the British Museum, The Montague on the Gardens Hotel boasts a festive pop-up that's the perfect place to host your Christmas party. Their Ski Lodge can be found at the back of the venue, filled with seasonal decor like pine trees, reindeer and falling snow. You can hire this space for up to 200 people, with minimum spends starting at just £2,000, with multiple packages to choose from too - whether you're after a canape reception or a sit-down meal, they've got it all.

Wagtail Rooftop Bar & Restaurant

BYOB - Bring Your Own Boss!

Host your Christmas party in sky-high surroundings at Wagtail Rooftop Bar & Restaurant. The 1920s building has been transformed over two floors to present stunning interiors and a terrace boasting cosy igloos, perfect for hunkering down in come nightfall. 

You can look forward to bespoke planning services and the space can seat groups of around 70 guests, and as for Christmas work parties? Over 400. There are plenty of canapes and feasting options to get excited about too, alongside signature Grey Goose cocktails.

The Cocktail Club - Various Sites

The Cocktail Club in Oxford Circus, Liverpool Street beyond are great venues for your private festivities. Get ready for full venue hire or just a private space, complete with all kinds of brilliant happy hour cocktails - ideal when you need cheap Christmas party venues in London.

Lodge d'Argent | Chalet Experience

@ Coq D'Argent on Various dates from Saturday 21st December 2024

This Christmas, take your party to new heights at Lodge D'Argent. Set atop the stunning Coq d'Argent in the City of London, this festive lodge is the perfect place to toast to the season in style. With its twinkling lights, cosy atmosphere, and panoramic views, your Christmas party will be anything but ordinary.

Indulge in delicious seasonal cocktails, enjoy a festive feast with hot cheese fondues, and let the twinkling skyline be your backdrop. Whether you're celebrating with colleagues, friends, or family, Lodge D'Argent is the perfect setting for a Christmas party that will leave everyone on cloud nine. 

Circes

2-4-1 on menu cocktails & 3 for 2 on small plates 5 to 7pm and 1 other offer

Prepare for a winter wonderland experience at Circes, complete with fully covered and heated areas, delightful food and drinks, and charming winter igloos. With three distinct spaces available for private hire, accommodating up to 450 guests, it offers the perfect setting for seasonal gatherings.

As for the menu? Expect everything from sharing charcuterie boards to aged beef smash burgers and mozzarella and truffle arancini, with brilliant cocktails to match.

Lucky Voice Karaoke - Venues in London

Christmas party venues rarely come as cool as Lucky Voice Karaoke. Found across the city, including Soho, Islington and Holborn, these guys are making sure you have a very merry day indeed, with private singing booths, fantastic drinks and so much more.

Horizons Casino

Head down to Leicester Square spot Horizons Casino for a night of classic live table games and festive feasting, including stuffed turkey. This is one of the best Christmas party venues around, thanks to the chance to challenge your mates to a game of blackjack and more.

Flight Club - Bars

Flight Club know a thing or two about a Christmas party with a difference. From sites in Bloomsbury, Victoria and beyond, grab your team and head down to an oche for darts, pizza and cocktails aplenty in a buzzy carnival setting. 

F1® Arcade - St Paul's, London

Celebrate Christmas in the fast lane at F1® Arcade. This unique St. Paul's venue offers thrilling F1 racing simulators, cocktails, and a chic atmosphere perfect for a festive gathering.

Whether you're hosting a corporate event or a friend group holiday party, the space blends competitive fun with stylish vibes that'll make your party unforgettable. For a private affair, it offers space for up to 90 guests with private use of the simulators, bespoke tipples and epic views. 

The Little Blue Door

£10 Surf, Turf or Earth and 2 other offers

One of the most raucous Christmas party venues in Fulham, The Little Blue Door is known for its wild dinner parties. Join the flatmates this festive season for a yuletide shindig that'll have you partying in the kitchen and dancing on the tables 'til late. Not in the area? Head to The Little Scarlett Door in Soho or The Little Orange Door in Clapham.

London Boat Party

Get into the festive spirit early and check out a slew of Christmas boat parties. Whether you're in the mood for a wild party evening or a bottomless brunch, you'll get the holiday fix you'll need while seeing pretty views of the Thames.

The Barley Mow Mayfair

Nestled in the heart of Mayfair, The Barley Mow Mayfair is a renowned gastropub boasting a stylish ground-floor bar and a refined first-floor restaurant. The restaurant can be exclusively hired for all your festive gatherings, offering seasonal feasting menus focusing on British cuisine with a touch of French influence, complemented by an array of wine pairings. For more intimate gatherings, The Snug provides a cosy space for up to 20 guests, separated from the main restaurant by a curtain and ideal for hosting intimate dinners.