London Christmas Parties

Got a smaller team of 10+ and want to treat them to a lavish Xmas party in London with all the glitz and glam the city can offer?

Now you can, with shared party nights, the best way of experiencing high-production Christmas events for a fraction of the cost.

Lots of London's most iconic party venues can host thousands of guests at any given party, so there’s plenty of room for everyone!

Got something particular in mind? London has it all — from cocktail receptions to fancy sit-down dinners, there’s something for every taste and budget.

A few of our faves? It’s tough to choose, but these hold a special place in our hearts for shared Christmas parties in London:

1. Battersea Evolution and their wintry après-ski Christmas party, complete with log fires, leather sofas, and, of course, a dedicated Aperol Spritz bar — the dream!
2. The Winter’s of the World Christmas party is brand new to 2024, found in the heart of London in Finsbury Square and set to be one of the biggest shared Xmas events in the city. If you’re looking for a party experience that goes beyond the traditional sit down meal, Winter’s of the World with it’s street food and interactive bowls experience is perfect for you.
3. Cirque Lumiere at Bloomsbury Big Top — a stunning event with live entertainment, a photo booth, a delicious three-course dinner, and, the pièce de résistance, a glass of bubbly on arrival.
4. Time travel into the future at Tobacco Docks , with unlimited drinks (on select nights), a seated three-course meal, and live entertainment at a Grade I listed event space — and don’t forget the essential survivors’ breakfast for the morning after!
5. Magazine is pretty new to London's event scene, but it’s already one of the most popular! This ultimate Christmas night has the all-out whimsy of an indoor funfair (dodgems, swing boats, fairground stalls — the works!), a seated dinner and canapés, and, to wrap up the perfect Xmas night in London, a DJ with a state-of-the-art light show.

The best bit? For most of our shared events in London you’ll have your own private tables or spaces, so the only time you'll bump shoulders with someone outside of your group will be on the dance-floor.

Pull out all the stops with a private Christmas party in London this year.

It’s all about you and your team — whether you’re dreaming of a lively soirée in Soho, riverside revelry in the West End, or something more upmarket in Belgravia.

Choose from lavish cocktail bars, unique restaurants, iconic event spaces, or luxurious hotels — from there, we can tailor the Christmas packages to turn your party into the talk of the season.

Whether you want to take the pressure off with an off-the-shelf party, complete with theming, dining, and entertainment, or you’re feeling creative and want to bring your own festive vision to the table with something bespoke, you can be sure of a private London Christmas party to remember.

Some of our top picks for private Christmas nights in London:

1. The Ballroom at 8 Northumberland Avenue, with seating for up to 150, complete with a three-course festive feast and post-dinner disco.
2. The Piano Works SingEasy, great for smaller teams, a totally unique experience where you’ll be serenaded by West-End performers.
3. Mr Fogg’s Tavern in Covent Garden, for proper festive Dickens vibes — think mulled wine, dark wood interior, and enough mistletoe to decorate the whole city!
4. Between the Bridges in central London was made for larger groups — up to 2,000! Enjoy a fully themed Xmas party, with seasonal street food, wintry drinks, and two spaces for you and your team to explore.
5. The Escapologist is renowned as one of the best cocktail bars across the whole city, perfect for a more intimate private office Christmas party, whether you’d rather keep it cosy in The Grand Hall or have a bit more room in The Vault.

So let’s make your exclusive 2024 Christmas party one for the books — get in touch today and let the festivities begin!

Looking for the wow factor? We’ve got London's hottest sky-rise venues — just don't look down!

1. Tower Bridge Walkways offer breathtaking views of London from 42 meters above the Thames. You can hire both spaces for a seated event of up to 120 guests or standing parties for up to 200.
2. The Gherkin is one of London's most iconic buildings — and it could be yours this festive season. Take your place on the top three floors for the best views of the city while you and your team enjoy a delicious three-course meal at the on-site Helix restaurant.
3. Another instantly-recognisable London building is the OXO2 Tower, with stunning panoramic views of South Bank and the Thames. No need to leave for the after-party, either, so you can show off your best dance moves straight after dinner.
4. The Tattershall Castle Christmas Party offers a different sort of view of London — from the water. With our Christmas on the Thames package, your team can see the all the sights as you cruise along the river.
5. Riverside Rooms have some of the most spectacular views of the Houses of Parliament and London Eye — right from your seat, as you enjoy a decadent three-course meal, followed my oh-so elegant petit fours.

Looking for an intimate, private Christmas dinner but want to go all-out with the after-party?

Our semi-private events will host your group in a private room for your reception and dinner, with plenty of time for speeches or awards.

But after dinner is when the fun can really start — your group can flow into the main room to mingle with other guests, tear up the dance-floor, and enjoy live entertainment.

Here are some of our favourites for some semi-private Xmas party inspo:

1. Hilton London Paddington hosts two types of semi-exclusive Christmas party nights, both with spectacular themes: the 1920s End of Prohibition theme or the winter-inspired Ice Palace, so take your pick!
2. Leonardo Royal London City’s Masquerade Ball and Motown Christmas parties have it all: welcome drink, three-course private meal, after-dinner band, on-site casino, unlimited drinks, and a red carpet VIP welcome — because your team deserves it.
3. Or you can mix it up with an immersive private Sherlock Holmes Murder Mystery night, complete with a three-course dinner, live actors, and a shared after-party Christmas night out in London at Club Ten.

If you want to surprise your team with more unusual, quirky, alternative work Christmas party ideas in London that are totally off-the-wall and unexpected, we’ve got your back — and there’s more where these came from!

1. Harry Potter World Christmas Party at Warner Bros Studios: Perfect for Potterheads! If you fancy something away from the hustle and bustle of The Big Smoke, this is the one for you. Get the full Hogwarts experience, touring the set, dining in the Great Hall, sampling some Butterbeer, sipping cocktails from the Potions Classroom, and — the best souvenir — everyone on your team gets their very own wand.
2. Mr Fogg’s Gin Parlour: A Victorian Christmas party with a twist — an expert-led Gin Safari, with plenty of chances to sample some truly scrumptious cocktails.
3. Salvador & Amanda: Roast dinners are so last year. Bring some exotic flavours to your Xmas party with authentic Spanish tapas served while you watch fast-paced, dramatic flamenco table-side. ¡Feliz Navidad!
4. London Dungeon Christmas Party: One of the most well-known attractions of London, now the best venue for your office Christmas party, at the Dungeons After Hours… if you dare!
5. SEA LIFE London Aquarium Christmas Party: Be honest: everyone loves an aquarium. And the SEA LIFE Aquarium in London is easily one of the very best. Plus, with the Great White Christmas package, you and your team can see their impressive (read: terrifying) sharks right up close!

It’s been a long year, so treat your team with our top all-inclusive Christmas party packages in London, with unlimited drinks to keep the good times flowing:

1. The Brewery: A versatile and historic events venue that is without a doubt one of the most sought after buildings for a large company Christmas celebration. Themed, sparkling cocktail reception, unlimited drinks and one heck of a party. What more could you want?
2. Speakeasy at Billingsgate Vaults: In one of London’s best hidden venues, The Vaults is a quirky underground den. If keeping your guests well watered is of utmost importance, then this Christmas party night with a free flowing one hour drinks reception followed by all-inclusive house wine, beer and soft drinks is a top choice. 
3. London: Movies at Madame Tussauds: Yep, you can have your work Christmas party at one of the most popular London attractions featuring Marvel heroes and iconic Star Wars scenes — perfect for mid-sized companies of up to 250 that you want to spoil with an all-inclusive drinks package..
4. City Central at the HAC: Step into the bright lights and be dazzled by the glitz and glamour at Wonder nights at the HAC. There’s an impressive welcome drinks reception, delicious three course meal, and of course, unlimited drinks will most be flowing until 9.30pm.
5. One Marylebone: A one-of-a-kind Grade I listed venue, with all-inclusive drinks as standard. If you have a vision of your own unique Christmas event, this is your chance to get creative and throw your Christmas party your way with a fully bespoke package.

If you’re a multinational company on the hunt for the perfect venue that can host over 1,000 and promise a Christmas night in London that you’ll never forget, we’ve got the best venues for you — here are a few of our top picks:

1. Tiger Tiger: A stone’s throw from Piccadilly Circus, you’ll find one of the best venues for a night out in London: Tiger Tiger. Ideal for up to 1,650 people for seated dining and after-dinner dancing, with bespoke drinks packages to add on, it’s bound to be a hit.
2. Grand Connaught Rooms: After something a touch more fancy? It doesn’t get much more elegant than the Grand Hall at the Grand Connaught Rooms in Holborn. Up to 1,500 can dine on an exquisite three-course dinner, in a room with some of the most impressive vaulted ceilings this side of the Thames!
3. The Loop Bar: Book all four rooms with space for up to 1,050 over three floors — the ultimate exclusive London Christmas party.
4. The Natural History Museum: If you want to throw the Christmas party to top all Christmas parties, how about dining underneath Hope, the blue whale skeleton in Hintze Hall at the Natural History Museum? It doesn’t get much more epic than that.
5. Intercontinental at The O2: Who else remembers when it was the Millennium Dome? Well, if you’re looking for a venue with one of the largest spaces, the Arora Ballroom is the one for you, with space for up to 2,520 seated and 3,000 standing. Not that’s impressive!

We’ve got the best of London’s hidden gems for small group Christmas parties, across the whole city — here are a few of our faves:

1. Kit Kat Club: Perfect for cosy gatherings, The Moët and Chandon Suite at Kit Kat Club offers an intimate setting in Central London, ideal for smaller teams from 10+ looking to toast the season in style, as CABARET VIPs.
2. Mr Fogg’s Society of Exploration: Step into the charm of The Train Carriage at Mr Fogg's Society of Exploration, perfect for smaller groups of 15+ looking for a whimsical Christmas party experience.
3. Ginza St James’s: Fancy something a little different this Christmas? How about authentic Japanese cuisine instead of the standard roast? Delicious. Plus, it’s great for smaller teams of 10 and up.
4. Brentford Football Club: Any footie fans on your team? Then this is a must for your Xmas party venue in London. Smaller groups can join the team, too — there’s space for 10 to 900 people at The Dugout in Brentford FC.
5. Dixie Queen London Party Boat: Dine, drink, dance — all while cruising the Thames. Smaller team? No problem — make it a shared Xmas party, with packages starting from 10 people.

If you’d rather keep things simple with a classic work Christmas meal in London, we work with the best of the best restaurants and pubs to amaze your whole team:

1. The Duchess Pub: There’s not much in this world better than a proper pub lunch for your work Christmas meal, and The Duchess certainly delivers, with shared or exclusive venue hire including a three-course meal and DJ so you can bust a move at the after-party.
2. Morso: One of London’s best kept secrets — an indie, neighbourhood restaurant that serves up some of the best pasta dishes outside of Italy. Bellissimo!
3. Wagtail Rooftop Bar & Restaurant: A truly elevated venue for your Christmas work dinner, you want Wagtail. Fully heated rooftop terrace? Yes, please. Views across the whole of London? Say less.
4. Broadleaf: An atmospheric pub-restaurant with two private bars (no waiting around for the next round), a built-in PA system (so the whole team can hear the CEO’s end-of-year speech), and it’s easy to access from Liverpool Street station (perfect for out-of-town employees).
5. Chicago Rib Shack: Skip the turkey for this year’s office Christmas lunch — choose authentic Chicago BBQ instead. And if you still fancy something festive, don’t fret, you can still enjoy all your favourite Christmas trimmings.

To snag the best venues in London for your Christmas party, early planning is key.

For larger private events, aim to book between January and May to secure those coveted festive dates in November and December.

If you're planning a smaller shared Christmas party, you have a bit more time, with August and September being ideal for reservations.

The sooner you book your London Christmas party, the better your chances of landing your dream venue on your preferred date at the best price.

Let’s be real: no-one likes navigating the tube after a night out, let alone for your work Christmas party. So make things easier with a hotel venue, so your team can crash on-site, without getting lost! After some inspiration? Here are some of our top choices:

1. Renaissance London Heathrow Hotel: Perfect if you’re organising an office Christmas do for team-mates abroad — just a hop, skip, and a bus ride from the airport. In the Westminster Suite, you can dine, drink, and dance, in your own exclusive space.
2. Radisson Blu Edwardian Hampshire Hotel: In the heart of West End, you’ll find one of the most spectacular contemporary hotels — the Radisson Blue Edwardian. You and your team can take over the Hampshire Penthouse, where you’ll dine on a full three-course Christmas meal, complete with crackers for the perfect final touch.
3. Aviary Rooftop at the Montcalm Royal London House Hotel: If you’re after an upmarket, sophisticated, chic Christmas party, it doesn’t get better than the Aviary Rooftop. Stunning skyline views, elegant cocktails, canapes, and a three-course meal make this our top pick for a refined festive get-together for your team.
4. The Cavendish: From Festive Afternoon Tea to a full-on Christmas Party Night, whatever you want, you’ll find it at the Piccadilly and Burlington Suites at The Cavendish. And for the cherry on top, valet car parking — pure luxury.
5. Threadneedles Hotel: A gorgeous boutique hotel, ideal for mid-sizes work Christmas events. But what really sets this former Victorian bank apart from the rest is its unique stained glass dome — the perfect backdrop for your office Christmas party.

The choice is yours! Whether your team would prefer something elegant and exclusive, or they’re all about the biggest bash in a themed venue, London has it all.

From iconic London buildings like The Gherkin to boutique spots like Mr Fogg’s, no matter what you’re looking for, you’ll find it here.

Don’t know where to start? Get in touch, we’ll help you find the perfect spot for your work Christmas party in London.

Who can resist a themed dress-up work Christmas party? Not us! If you want to do Christmas a little different this year, here are our top ideas to whet your appetite:

1. Prison theme at Alcotraz London: Like prison, but fun! A great team-building interactive Christmas activity, with non-physical side missions to complete before you enjoy your meal and cocktails.
2. Enchanted Forest theme at The Fountain Room: How about something with more elegance? Dress up to the nines for the Enchanted Forest themed party at The Fountain Room, with a charity casino, seated three-course meal, DJ and disco for the perfect festive party package.
3. Urban Funfair at Magazine: Roll-up roll-up to the ultimate indoor funfair experience just 10 minutes from London Bridge. You’ll just love the vibrant decor, carnival style bar and dance floor at this stunning whimsical playground.
4. Après-ski theme at Holiday Inn Brentford Lock: This unassuming hotel venue gets a festive transformation into a stunning ski lodge, decked out with faux fur throws, fairy lights, and ski gear photo props.
5. Skyball James Bond at Leonardo Royal London Tower Bridge: This James Bond inspired Christmas party will give you a licence to thrill all of your guests. From 007-style casino tables to a live Bond tribute band, this is the ultimate and sophisticate Bond themed Xmas party.

After some festive activities to get you and your team feeling merry before your work Christmas party? Well, there’s so many Xmas activities in London to choose from, but here are the ones we’re loving right now:

• Visiting the Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square: Sure to be the biggest Christmas tree you’ve ever seen, usually over 20 metres tall — a gift from Norway to England.
• See the Christmas lights at Regent Street: Not just any lights, but the most spectacular lights of the season — angelic figures known as the ‘Spirit of Christmas’ soar over the heads of shoppers, heralding in the festivities.
• Sample the delights of one of London’s Christmas markets: Covent Garden, Leicester Square, Greenwich, Spitalfields… take your pick! Or you could go all-out at the Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park and try out the UK’s biggest outdoor ice rink and their Big Wheel for stunning views.
• See a show: London’s renowned for some of the best performances on the West End, but you can take it one step further with a VIP Christmas party experience for you and your team, with amazing shows like Lyonesse, Moulin Rouge, or The Lion King.