The best Christmas party venues with activities in London

Tucked away behind the bright lights of Oxford Street is London’s self-proclaimed coolest mini golf spot. With three different food vendors and frozen margaritas on tap, we are inclined to agree with them. Swingers West End is designed to emulate a 1920s British seaside town, complete with carnival games and plenty of prizes to be won.

Entertainment at Benihana Chelsea comes in the form of its live Teppan cooking stations - large, flat iron grills where guests sit directly in front of the chef and watch their dinner being made to order. Marvel at the chefs' rapid knife work and precision-led cooking for an immersive Christmas dinner like no other. 

Prepare for a night of Buble, bubbly and bad singing. Lucky Voice Liverpool Street has multiple karaoke spaces, along with an extensive cocktail menu and a massive disco ball begging to be included in your Instagram story. The venue is designed with corporate events in mind, so it’s a no-brainer for Christmas parties of any size.

For those looking to mix things up this Christmas, you're bound to find that festive cheer, with a side of competition, at Boom Battle Bar. The best part is, there are plenty of activities to choose from, so half your group can be participating in axe throwing and shuffled boards, whilst the other half head to the karaoke booths.

Set behind Soho’s Greek Street, The Little Scarlet Door hosts the coolest house party-inspired festivities. It’s a nostalgic space, with twinkling lights and a basement dedicated to boogieing the night away. Get everyone involved with a cocktail making class in the ‘kitchen’ before gathering by the fireplace downstairs for a game on their Nintendo 64.

As well as taking the title of one of London's largest Christmas party venues, The Bloomsbury Big Top's circus-style backdrop makes for an action-packed fiesta. Expect multi-course feasts with live entertainment including stilt walkers, fire breathers and aerial gymnasts, before trying your luck at one of the casino tables.

It’s Christmas, so why not go the extra mile and bring everyone together to make festive arrangements? Stem + Stem offers several classes from wreath-making workshops to Christmas centrepiece masterclasses, as well as offering vibrant menus curated by a Michelin-trained chef.

Located on Shaftesbury Avenue, Albert’s Schloss is the closest thing to a team holiday without leaving central London. It comes with four bars to serve up festive cocktails and Bavarian beers, an all-day restaurant and a giant disco ball. If that's not enough, there will also be a daily cabaret performance and live music to enjoy.

For a Christmas party to be remembered, rent out the London Transport Museum's iconic Museum Galleries. Set across two floors, your guests can experience a personalised stamper trail, exploring the exhibitions while looking out for stamps to collect. Or, take your turn in the driver's seat with their Elizabeth Line driver experience.

For those planning a sophisticated celebration in East London, be sure to head to Art’otel. This contemporary hotel puts the focus on art, with its impressive art galleries which you and your guests can browse before heading for a sit down feast. It’s ideal for those looking for a more slow-paced celebration.

Get into the swing of things with a game of crazy golf at Shoreditch Balls. Whether it's a Christmas work do or a festive get-together with friends, this place is a guaranteed fun night out. Sip on delicious cocktails, tuck into wood-fired pizzas and descend into a night of karaoke.

Piccadilly Circus’ Hard Rock Cafe promises a Christmas party to be remembered. Choose from their Legends Room, the stage, or rent out their entire venue for a night full of dancing. No idea is too big for the Hard Rock, so let your imagination run free and ask their team to help you design your dream party.

Watch ABBA - well, their digital avatars - take to the stage at London's most immersive music concert, which combines cutting edge technology with spectacular lighting and the band's greatest hits. That's the entertainment sorted. Discover a wealth of private event spaces for your festive bash, from private booths to the Winter Bar and Oceanbird Lounge.

TOCA Social White City is a giant venue, with a 1000-person capacity, so it's pretty much made for company-wide, large-scale Christmas parties. With photo booths, football tables, shuffle boards, and much more, there's plenty of ways to socialise with friends and colleagues. Simply choose a Christmas package to suit you, and get ready to knock Christmas out of the park!

This new state-of-the-art venue in Covent Garden offers Guinness masterclasses and beer tastings in its intimate Brewer's Room. To elevate your Christmas party, the brewing team can assemble unique beer pairings especially for your event, whether it's a party for 300 in the Guinness Vaults or a cosy dinner in the private dining room. 

This Fulham bar is serving up all the nostalgic house party vibes, complete with a dance floor and pool table. The space turns into a cosy and festive home, perfect for hosting work Christmas parties. Begin with a traditional Christmas dinner in the ‘living room’, before taking it to the ‘kitchen’ for beer pong and holiday tunes.

For a Christmas party that's anything but ordinary, Pitch's new site, a sprawling space in Canary Wharf, brings virtual golf, shuffleboard and plenty more. Get stuck into the action or sit back and relax with Asian-inspired small plates and a cocktail or two from the on-site bars. Exclusive hire can host up to 400 guests.

A truly unique experience, Christmas parties at F1 Arcade offer over 60 state-of-the-art racing simulators, allowing you to rip down the famed F1 tracks with a cocktail in hand. Foster some team bonding with the option to team up, or embrace the spirit of competition and go head-to-head.

Make Christmas one to remember with an immersive experience at The Magicians Table. Complete with close up magic, and tableside drink making, an evening here is bound to be full of theatricality. Book a table for ten, or take over the entire space for up to 100 guests.

Mare Street Market Kings Cross offers various spaces for Christmas party hire. But it’s the Karaoke Room that draws in groups looking for fun and festivities. Here, with wireless microphones, premium sound systems, and a big screen, you can belt out your favourite tunes with up to 15 guests.

Looking to mix things up this Christmas? There’s nowhere quite like Mercedes-Benz World. Easily commutable from London, this venue boasts a variety of activities including a realistic F1™ simulator, so you can feel like you’re on the tracks with the pros. There’s nothing like a bit of friendly competition at Christmas.

Mamma Mia! The Party at The O2 sidesteps the predictable for a night of immersive dining and non-stop ABBA hits. Book a table for 10, or hire the whole venue for 500. This f-ABBA-ulous show is perfect for Christmas parties of all sizes, with packages, VIP upgrades and group rate discounts available. 

Do outdoor igloos count as entertainment? We think so, especially when they come with cosy lighting, views of the waterfront and food and drink menus from a variety of global food traders. Planning a bigger bash? The Function Room downstairs features a private bar, DJ set-up and karaoke! Perfect for an all-out celebration with a longer guest list.

Go for goal this Christmas at TOCA Social, an interactive football experience bar. The O2 site has capacity for up to 250 people standing, so there's plenty of room for office parties or end-of-year away days. With different Christmas packages available - including welcome bellinis, sharing platters, and Christmas hats - TOCA Social is sure to be winner. 

With live music, an Asian restaurant and a chic bar, this indoor golfing venue is so much more than just a putter's playground. Pitch offers the opportunity for activities while allowing the less competitive employees the chance to relax and make the most of the sprawling lounge and extensive cocktail menu.

If you're an avid gamer, you'll love Platform Shoreditch - this lively bar features large gaming screens equipped with PlayStation, Nintendo Switch and PC gaming. Tuck into a delicious pizza, sip on some wacky cocktails and get into the festive spirit with a fun-filled Christmas party.