Best New Year's Eve Parties In South London

Step back in time at New Year's Eve Engineer's Ball, taking place at the elegant Control Room B in Battersea Power Station. This black tie event is themed around the 1950s, with a live orchestra band and a DJ playing all the best tunes from the era, from swing to rock 'n' roll.

Expect plenty of glitz and glamour at this stylish event, where you'll be welcomed with a glass of Champagne on arrival. Book standing tickets for just £45 per person, or for an extra £45 deposit, you can secure a table for the evening.

Situated between Vauxhall and Lambeth, promising amazing views of the Thames, Chino Latino are hosting a candlelit dinner this New Year's Eve. Tuck into a delicious, Asian-inspired menu of prawn tempura, black Angus beef short ribs and tiger maki, alongside a separate vegetarian menu.

You can dine early for £100 per person, or access to a meal and the afterparty costs £275. This includes live musicians, DJ sets and dancing, staying open until 3am.

A lively local pub in Bermondsey, Simon The Tanner is a cosy space that's hosting a fantastic New Year's Eve dinner dance on the 31st. Your £100 ticket includes a welcome drink and a mouthwatering five-course dinner, though entry-only tickets are available for £15 as well.

Tuck into the likes of 30 day-aged sirloin steaks, grilled king oyster mushrooms and pan-fried gnocchi with toasted cauliflower. Afterwards, you can boogie to the very best of funk and soul, electro and 80s music.

For a New Year's Eve party with a little added fun to it, check out Bounce in Battersea Power Station. You'll be able to play table tennis, beer pong and their brand new, AI-enabled Ping Pong X, open to all guests throughout the night.

There'll also be live DJs playing the very best of pop, hip hop and RnB until 2am. Tickets cost just £30 per person, including all your games and a welcome glass of prosecco or beer.

The Riverside lounge bar is a hidden gem along the Thames, nestled into its banks in Vauxhall. Expect cheap entry starting at £10 per person this New Year's Eve, with a DJ spinning tunes for dancing into 2025 and amazing views of the London fireworks from this waterfront perch.

art'otel Battersea is making sure you can get your fix of Battersea Power Station views and the famous midnight fireworks from their JOIA restaurant and bar. Whether you choose a dining package with Michelin star chef Henrique Sá Pessoa's Portuguese dishes or drinks, canapes and entertainment at the bar, there's a 70s-inspired Studio 54 theme and you can also add on rooftop access for the ultimate outlook over the displays to ring in the New Year.

Pergola Brixton, once Lost In Brixton and Pergola Paddington, are bringing back their amazing New Year's Eve parties - with DJs playing party mash-up across the huge rooftop space here. Your £25 ticket includes a complimentary welcome cocktail on arrival too.

Say goodbye to 2024 in true Brixton style at Harlem Brewing Taproom's Market Row New Year's Eve bash. Immerse yourself in the ultimate party atmosphere, where craft beer flows freely, and the night is packed with good music and even better company.

Enjoy the lively setting of the Taproom, where street food vendors and DJ tunes meet Harlem Brewing's finest beers. It's the perfect place to toast, laugh, and dance your way into the New Year. 

The Ship in Wandsworth has transformed its outdoor space into a skiing pop-up this New Year's Eve, complete with slopes. Think après ski vibes meets your local pub, as you can sip cracking pints and lots of rosé while surrounded by wintery decor. There'll be all the best party tunes to dance to as well, with entry-only tickets being entirely free.

Wahaca Southbank is home to a New Year's Eve celebration to remember, with access to the Southbank riverfront for the iconic firework display included in your ticket. Think kicking things off with welcome drinks and Mexican canapés, all while enjoying the lively tunes of a mariachi band, followed by three courses of food and unlimited drinks throughout the evening.

Topping it off? DJ Zago spinning tunes until the early hours. 

Battersea Barge takes up permanent moorings along the River Thames and Nine Elms Lane, making for the ideal boat party situation if you still don't want to be too far from dry land. Expect DJ K Ben bringing a mix of house anthems and cheesy tunes for only £20 per person entry. Upgrade to the £45 each ticket price and you'll even enjoy the afterparty on Tamesis Dock too, which continues until 4am.

Taking place at The Four Thieves in Battersea, Laugh Train Home is hosting a cracking New Year's Eve special edition of their regular Wednesday night events. The side-splitting show includes performances from Harriet Kemsley, Tom Ward and Jason Patterson, hosted by MC Ben Van Der Velde. Secure your tickets from £20 per person, which also includes access to the afterparty.

Ready to wave goodbye to 2024, but in style? Then venture over to Tonight Josephine's Glitterbomb NYE events in Clapham or Waterloo. Expect upbeat tunes and glamorous cabaret entertainment from a drag queen host, with the option to upgrade to bottomless drinks.

Fancy parting New York-style in the heart of South London? Balham venue The Exhibit is hosting their biggest ever New Year's Eve event, with resident DJs playing the best of disco, pop and RnB. The drinks will be flowing all night long, with late-night snacks to keep you fuelled.

Whether you're in Putney, Clapham or beyond, you can count on Simmons to throw a cracking party this New Year's Eve. Their iconic bottomless events are taking place at all their venues, promising eight hours of free-flowing beer, wine, spirits and mixers.

Tickets start from £45 per person here, and there'll also be live DJs playing the best of pop, RnB and hip hop.

Crofton Park's Rivoli Ballroom is not only one of the oldest venues of its kind, but they've also got a family-friendly New Year's Eve bash in store. Expect everyone aged 6 and over to be open, two bars serving drinks, and DJ Andy Smith bringing the party with ballroom classics, festive favourites, pop, party classics and more on the cards.

Looking for a little added entertainment this New Year's Eve? Then head to Cocktail Bar South Norwood for a night full of music - with Dom Glynn Band playing from 10pm until 1am, followed by a live DJ until late, playing all the best of pop, funk and rock 'n' roll.

That's not all though, as there's also a delicious menu of Champagne cocktails to enjoy. Tickets start from £18.50 each, and there'll be party hats and accessories on the tables to add to the fun.

Situated on Clapham High Street, Bubba Oasis is a vibrant neighbourhood bar that's transforming into the ultimate New Year's Eve house party come the 31st. You'll be welcomed with a glass of Champagne, before dancing to Djs playing the best of Afrobeats, hip hop and funk. Tickets start from £20, promising access until 3am.