Three Course Dinner
Theming
Tea & Coffee Station
Survivors Breakfast
Fairground attractions (optional item with small fee on the party night)
Live Entertainment
DJ & Disco
Cloakroom
Charity Casino
Canapes
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The Cinema Suite
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Shared
Time
18:30 - 01:00
Seated
10 - 620
Standing
10 - 620
From
£49.17 per person (excl. VAT) people have looked at this space
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£49.17 per person (excl. VAT) people have looked at this space
The Cinema Suite / ASPEN Rocks
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Step into a snow-dusted wonderland this festive season as Christmas parties at Athena Leicester take a glamorous alpine twist with the all-new ASPEN Rocks themed Christmas party nights. Known for jaw-dropping production, immersive theming and top-tier entertainment, Athena’s 2025 Christmas series is set to be bigger and bolder than ever. With shared party nights running throughout December, and options to suit a range of budgets, this is Leicester’s must-attend festive celebration.
Each year, Athena transforms its iconic Art Deco venue into a breathtaking new world – and this time, guests are invited to the glitzy après ski scene of ASPEN. Think log cabin chic meets high-octane entertainment, complete with dazzling aerial acts, dramatic staging and a festive menu to match.
What to expect at ASPEN Rocks, Leicester Athena:
From the moment you arrive, the atmosphere is electric. Outside, a warm glow spills from the venue entrance, hinting at the magic beyond. Inside, you’ll be greeted by a sweeping alpine scene – complete with snow-dusted trees, cosy timber bars, and a mountain lodge feel that oozes festive charm.
A delicious three-course dinner awaits, as professional mixologists shake things up with themed cocktails and roaming servers offer tempting canapés. Then it’s showtime: the lights dim, the music builds, and the main stage erupts into a spellbinding display of cirque-style entertainment featuring flying aerial spheres, Dutch double pole performers, and gravity-defying dance routines.
Once dinner winds down, the party heats up. A lively casino, fairground stalls, and a buzzing dance floor keep the energy going late into the night. For those seeking a slower pace, chillout areas with coffee, chocolates and midnight snacks provide the perfect place to unwind under the twinkling lights.
Whether you’re booking a few tables or attending as a large group, ASPEN Rocks is your passport to a high-impact, high-energy Christmas party in Leicester you’ll be talking about long into the new year.
All-inclusive drinks party nights at Leicester Athena
A great value night. House wines, premium beers, ciders and soft drinks are included within the ticket price and available all evening. These nights are extremely popular and sell out quickly.
The all-inclusive dates in 2025 are: 10th, 14th, 16th, and 18th December.
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Dates and prices
DATE | PRICE Ex VAT | PRICE Inc VAT | PARTY | TYPE | +XMAS LIST | HOLD | BOOK VENUE |
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| Sat 29 Nov | £66.67 (pp) | £80.00 (pp) | ASPEN Rocks | Shared (Dinner) | |||
| Fri 05 Dec | £70.83 (pp) | £85.00 (pp) | ASPEN Rocks | Shared (Dinner) | |||
| Sat 06 Dec | £70.83 (pp) | £85.00 (pp) | ASPEN Rocks | Shared (Dinner) | |||
| Sun 07 Dec | £49.17 (pp) | £59.00 (pp) | ASPEN Rocks | Shared (Dinner) | |||
| Wed 10 Dec | £70.83 (pp) | £85.00 (pp) | ASPEN Rocks | Shared (Dinner) | |||
| Thu 11 Dec | £49.17 (pp) | £59.00 (pp) | ASPEN Rocks | Shared (Dinner) | |||
| Fri 12 Dec | £70.83 (pp) | £85.00 (pp) | ASPEN Rocks | Shared (Dinner) | |||
| Sat 13 Dec | £70.83 (pp) | £85.00 (pp) | ASPEN Rocks | Shared (Dinner) | |||
| Sun 14 Dec | £70.83 (pp) | £85.00 (pp) | ASPEN Rocks | Shared (Dinner) | |||
| Tue 16 Dec | £69.17 (pp) | £83.00 (pp) | ASPEN Rocks | Shared (Dinner) | |||
| Wed 17 Dec | £49.17 (pp) | £59.00 (pp) | ASPEN Rocks | Shared (Dinner) | |||
| Thu 18 Dec | £72.50 (pp) | £87.00 (pp) | ASPEN Rocks | Shared (Dinner) | |||
| Fri 19 Dec | £68.33 (pp) | £82.00 (pp) | ASPEN Rocks | Shared (Dinner) | |||
| Sat 20 Dec | £66.67 (pp) | £80.00 (pp) | ASPEN Rocks | Shared (Dinner) |
All prices are per person. Dates are subject to availability at the time of booking. The prices listed for exclusive events are guide prices and may vary based on your group's size and requirements. Please submit an enquiry or call us on 0203 967 6967 for definitive prices.
Party menu
Sample Three Course Menu
Starters
Flaked Scottish Salmon & Prawn Tian, Fresh Mango, Red Onion Salsa w/ Toasted Crostini and Baby Leaf Salad
Spiced Butternut Squash Soup, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds (V, Ve, GF, DF)
Main Course
Mediterranean Vegetable Risotto, Chargrilled Courgette, Garden Herbs, Seared Vine Tomatoes, Spaghetti Vegetables, Sauce Vierge (V, Ve, GF, DF)
Pan Fried Chicken Breast, Sage & Thyme Stuffing, Pig in Blanket, Potato Gratin, Maple Glazed Carrots, Green Beans, Wilted Greens, Pan Jus
Dessert
A Selection of Cheese, Biscuits & Homemade Chutney (V)
Black Cherry Chocolate Delice; Chocolate Soil, Raspberry Coulis (V, GF)
Rustic Apple Crumble; Baked Cinnamon Apples with an Oat Crumb w/ Custard
Canapes
Garlic Toasted Bruschetta, Fresh Tomato, Red Onion, Basil (V, Ve, GF, DF)
Honey Glazed Cumberland Sausage, Wholegrain Mustard Mash, Baby Yorkshire Pudding
Mac ‘n’ Cheese in Japanese Bread Crumb (V)
Smoked Salmon in a Croustade w/ Lemon Crème Fraiche, Fresh Dill
Midnight Breakfast
Crispy bacon in floured rolls
Vegan sausages in floured rolls (V, Ve, DF)
Party Power ups
Drinks
Bottle bucket (10 bottles)
£43.33 (ex VAT)
10 bottles of premium beers, ciders or alcopops served in an ice-cold bucket to your table.
Bottle of Spirits
£66.67 (ex VAT)
A 70cl bottle of premium spirits served to your table (order your mixers above) - from £80
Drinks Package 1 (wristband)
£42.50 (ex VAT)
Inclusive beer, cider, house wine, alcopops and soft drinks all night. (excludes spirits, prosecco, champagne & cocktails) * Please note this can only be purchased if ordered for each and every guest in the party.
Drinks Package 2* (wristband)
£52.50 (ex VAT)
Inclusive single spirits & mixers, prosecco, beer, cider, house wine, alcopops and soft drinks all night. (excludes shots, champagne & cocktails) * Please note this can only be purchased if ordered for each and every guest in the party.
Drinks Voucher
£4.83 (ex VAT)
1 voucher = bottle of beer, cider or alcopop, glass of house wine, single spirit & mixer, mocktail or 2 softs, 2 vouchers = single gin & tonic from the gin bar, cocktail or glass of house champagne, 3 vouchers = glass of moet champagne * Please note this can only be purchased if ordered for each and every guest in the party.
Fairground Fun Package!
£6.67 (ex VAT)
Treat your guests to the fun of the fair after dinner. Save money by pre-buying tokens for the fairground stall and fun casino. 10 vouchers for the price of 8!
Gold table package
£175.00 (ex VAT)
This package includes 2 ice-cold bottles of Champagne, 3 bottles of superior wine, (red, white or rose) 10 chilled beers & ciders and a bottle of still and sparkling water - On your table ready for when you take your seats. (1 package per table)
Prosecco Package
£74.17 (ex VAT)
Add some fizz to your night! 3 bottles of premium Prosecco, chilled and waiting for you on your tables(s) as you take your seats. (1 package per table)
Silver table package
£100.00 (ex VAT)
This package includes 3 bottles of house wine, (red, white, rose) 10 chilled beers & ciders and a bottle of still and sparkling water - On your table ready for when you take your seats! (1 package per table)
Soft Drinks Bucket (10 bottles)
£20.83 (ex VAT)
10 glass bottled mixers and soft drinks in an iced bucket, served to your table
aboutSpace
About The Cinema Suite / ASPEN Rocks
Seated
10 - 620
Standing
10 - 620
Experience a high-altitude celebration right in the heart of Leicester this Christmas at Athena. One of the city’s most iconic venues, Athena is pulling out all the stops for a dazzling season of shared Christmas party nights in 2025, transforming its stunning Art Deco interior into a snow-dusted alpine escape with the exclusive theme – ASPEN Rocks.
Perfectly suited for large-scale festive celebrations, Athena combines impressive production, glamorous styling, and state-of-the-art facilities under one roof. With capacity for over 620 guests and flexible layouts to suit a variety of group sizes, it’s a go-to choice for corporate Christmas parties and group nights out in Leicester.
Located in the heart of the Cultural Quarter, Athena is known for delivering show-stopping events – and this December is no exception. Whether you're booking a table for your team or organising a full end-of-year celebration, Christmas parties at Athena Leicester promise unforgettable moments, delicious dining, and next-level entertainment in a venue that knows how to throw a party.
locations
Location
Where's the party?
Athena,, Queen Street, Leicester, LE1 1QD
How to get there
Nearest train station: Leicester Station
Park your ride
NCP car park and Queen Street car parks next to venue. Some limited free car parking spaces in vicinity of the venue.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Party
Can I confirm my group size later?
Subject to availability, you can add extra guests to your booking up to 4 weeks prior to your event. Please note, availability changes constantly and tickets are on a first come, first served basis. If you wish to reduce the number of people in your party, any monies already paid are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
Can I dress up to match the theme?
You can of course get into the spirit of the party, as long as your outfit fits within our smart dress code.
Dietary requirements
We have designed delicious menus alongside our main menu for those guests who are vegetarian, vegan or have an allergy to dairy, gluten or nuts.
We can also cater for Halal meals - if they are pre-ordered.
Please note that these alternative menus are set and must be ordered in advance of the party, you will the receive the full chosen menu. We unfortunately cannot mix and match courses from each menu.
Please note that we are not unable to provide Kosher meals, however, you are welcome to arrange for us to receive a Kosher Meal on the day of your party and we will cook this in our ovens and serve (still in the tray) to your guests at their tables. There is no additional charge for this service; however neither does the guest receive any discount for not having one of our own meals.
Does the venue have disabled access?
This venue is accessible to wheelchair users and those with limited mobility. Should any of your guests have such please do call us so we can do our best to ensure their requirements are looked after during the event.
Please note that some of our venues have a raised dance floor, which are only accessible steps.
Do the bars take cash and cards?
Our bars accept card payments, pre-paid wristbands, and pre-paid tokens as form of payments. They do not accept cash.
There is an additional bar for your use if you have wristbands or tokens and the time spent at the bar is greatly reduced due to using this pre-paid payment methods.
Unfortunately we cannot accept Amex payments
Do you carry out any checks upon arrival?
On arrival, we carry out ticket and ID checks and random bag searches are carried out by our security team. Please have your ticket ready.
How and when do I pay for my party?
The initial deposit is due to confirm your booking.
The rest of the balance for your booking is due no later than 8 weeks before the date of the party.
The booking can be paid over the phone on 0203 9676967 with a debit or credit card or you can make an enquiry and pay through your online account. If you would like to pay by bank transfer please request an invoice.
How do I pre-order drinks?
We have several drinks packages available, please ask for more information.
In addition to drinks packages, you can also pre-order wine and water by the bottle.
You can add drinks to your party up to 4 weeks prior to your party date.
Is there an age limit?
In line with our licence, we are afraid our parties can only be attended by guests who are over 18 years old.
Is there a table plan?
When you enter the venue you will see several table plans displayed around the bar area, which detail which tables have been allocated to your group.
We do not set out seating plans or names within groups, however should you wish to compile your own you are welcome to pop name places etc on your tables when the doors open on the night of your party.
What is the dress code?
We have a dress code of Smart Dress and as such do not allow guests to wear jeans or trainers to our events.
For more information on what to wear and what not to wear, have a read of our
What is the minimum number of guests that I can book for?
The minimum booking is for 10 guests. We seat each booking at their own private tables, and do not mix booking across shared tables.
What size are the tables?
We have a variety of different sized tables and we will allocate your group the best suited tables for your final group size. These will of course be placed next to each other in the dining area.
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