Best Christmas Party Venues In Newcastle

Whether it's with friends and family or for a work Christmas night out in Newcastle, Banyan is a swish city centre spot that is bound to impress your guests. Located right opposite Monument, the two-storey venue has something to suit everyone, from two private rooms that fit up to 30 guests to exclusive use of the upstairs bar for a maximum of 100 people at a time.

Minimum spends start from as little as £300 here, and there's plenty of enticing food and drink to get stuck into. Their cocktails are always two for one (we recommend the Banyan Iced Tea), and the menu features tasty dishes like deep-fried brie wedges and rump steak - with a buffet option available too.

Located in Jesmond Three Sixty, The Holy Hobo is a relaxed cocktail bar by day, and a lively party destination by night. Expect vintage leather sofas, cosy corners and a spacious dancefloor, with a private room that you can book for up to 100 people, or 60 seated.

Minimum spends start from just £250 here, so it's a great choice if you're after an affordable Christmas party venue in Newcastle. While you're here, enjoy delicious cocktails, paired with scrumptious plates of Mexican beef burgers, loaded nachos, roasted vegetable kebabs and much more.

Head into The Gate to discover WonderBar on the first floor: a sports bar and event space that boasts dart boards, TV screens and a spacious dancefloor area. They also serve a mouthwatering menu full of affordable pasta dishes, burgers, pizzas and so much more.

Their huge private room is ideal for large Christmas parties, as it has space for a whopping 300 people (or 150 seated). Minimum spends start from £2,500, and the bar will be serving refreshing beers and tasty cocktails throughout.

One of the Toon's most glamourous venues, Manahatta is a New York-inspired cocktail bar moments away from Central Station. Decked out in quirky neon signs, plush velvet furnishings and golden light fittings, this place has multiple different options available for your festive fun.

They've got two private dining rooms for a maximum of 15 guests, where you can enjoy delicious eats such as chicken gyoza and loaded hot dogs. There's also the mezzanine that fits up to 120 people standing, or 67 seated, where you can order from the main menu or enjoy a buffet - alongside refreshing cocktails that are two for one Sunday to Friday.

Located on the Quayside, Gino D'Acampo's sophisticated restaurant promises views of the Tyne alongside top-notch Italian food. The stylish space flaunts floor-to-ceiling windows letting in lots of natural light, and modern, simplistic furniture.

They've got a number of different spaces to suit private Christmas parties, for up to 40 guests seated or 220 standing. They also offer bespoke buffet menus, starting from £30 per person. Plus, they offer a great choice of wines and spritz cocktails at the bar.

Found on the border between Jesmond and the city centre, As You Like it is a charming, rustic bar that's full of cosy corners and private spaces. This huge venue spans across three floors, complete with four separate bars that stay open until 2am. There's space for parties of anywhere between 14 and 200 people here, so they really have got you covered.

The Frangipani is their biggest private space, coming with exclusive use of the bar, a dancefloor and even your own outdoor terrace, with catering options tailored to your event. They also offer private dining rooms and secluded spaces in the main bar, where you can enjoy international dishes and creative cocktails for less than a tenner.

If you're looking for somewhere slightly outside the city, the Great North Hotel can be found in Gosforth - a great option for private events. Their Ouseburn suite is a stylish space that's perfect for Christmas parties, whether that's a sit-down meal for up to 60 guests, or a more laid-back affair where up to 100 people can stand.

Their festive menu features sage-stuffed turkey, wild mushroom tarts and more, at three courses for £29.95, or you can opt for small plates and buffets instead. What's more, there are 64 gorgeous ensuite bedrooms here if you don't fancy making the journey home.

After something a little different for your Christmas party in Newcastle 2024? Then give NQ64 a try. This quirky activity bar is bound to hit you with a wave of nostalgia, thanks to its retro games consoles and arcade machines, where you can play everything from Guitar Hero to Pacman or Time Crisis.

The Pilgrim Street haunt can be hired exclusively for up to 250 people at a time, or you can book a semi-private booth for a maximum of 60 guests. Enjoy themed cocktails like the Aku Aku Fruit Punch or a Dr Ro Bev Nik while you're here, surrounded by neon graffiti.

Whether you're at their city centre venue or the one on the Quayside, Slug and lettuce are offering a number of different private hire options for Christmas parties. Expect their signature pink, floral decor cross both locations, with the enticing and colourful cocktails to match - available on a two-for-one deal.

Whether you're looking to book out an entire venue for 250-plus guests, or secure a smaller exclusive space, they can make that happen for you. And if you're after a festive meal, their seasonal set menu offers three courses for £36 - think Christmas-themed burgers, mac 'n' cheese and an indulgent chocolate brownie.

Found in the lively area of Bigg Market, Popworld is a must-visit for your fix of cheesy tunes and colourful interiors. perfect for team nights out and Christmas parties, you can boogie under the giant disco ball to all the best pop hits, with a DJ that's happy to take requests. Plus, they offer affordable drinks deals throughout the week.

Situated on the historic Carliol Square, Kabin @ Kabannas is an industrial-style bar touting iron girders, reclaimed wood tables and metal barstools, paying homage to the site of Newcastle's last jail. They're best known for their live music and a delicious Asian-inspired menu from Little Bao Boy, but they're also a top choice for seasonal soirees.

You can hire out the entire venue, with minimum spends starting from as little as £600. This spacious building fits up to 220 people at a time, or 100 seated, and the team are on hand with tasty cocktails and everything else you may need to celebrate Christmas with a bang.