Looking for a Christmas party venue in the City of London? City Arts Bar combines atmospheric interiors, expertly made cocktails, sharing-style party food and plenty of scope for music and entertainment. The venue can work just as well for a smaller festive gathering with friends or colleagues as it can for a large office celebration that carries on late into the evening.
The whole venue can be hired exclusively for up to 220 seated guests or 250 standing, while smaller groups can opt for the private bar, which accommodates up to 30 standing. Tucked away from the main space, the private bar comes with its own bartender, independent music system and television, giving hosts plenty of control over the mood of the event.
The decor feels particularly well suited to winter parties. Dark wood-panelled walls, rich fabrics, leather booth seating and a substantial wooden bar create a warm, low-lit backdrop, while small table lamps cast an ambient glow across the room. Cosy corners make the space feel intimate even during larger events. Outside, the terrace offers seating arranged around a central fire pit, with greenery and planting softening the edges of the space.
Drinks are central to the experience, with talented mixologists able to arrange bespoke festive packages. Signature cocktails such as City Gardens and Wood Castle sit alongside classics including Old Fashioneds, Manhattans, Negronis and Espresso Martinis. There is also a broad choice of white, red, rose and sparkling wines, beers, spirits and mixers, plus juices, tea and coffee.
Food can be kept informal with seasonal canapes and sharing-style bites, while DJs, live music and other entertainment can be added for larger events. This allows the evening to move easily from drinks and food into dancing and a full late-night Christmas party.