Bristol’s best Christmas parties

Looking for somewhere to host a party but not sure where to start? Here’s our pick of the best Bristol venues, entertainment, food and drink Bristol has to offer for Christmas 2023.

Bocabar, Paintworks/Finzels Reach
Both Bocabar Finzels Reach and Bocabar Paintworks have everything covered to bring more joy to your festive celebrations – with their large gorgeous spaces glitzed up with plenty of sparkle &  an excellent choice of scrumptious Christmas dining and drinks menus (private hire also available please email bocabarfinzels@outlook.com / bocabarpaintworks@outlook.com).

Expect a buzzy, festive, dress up vibe. There’ll be some banging Christmas cocktails, mulled cider & Christmas dance tunes to get into the swing of Christmas festivities. A Christmas Pizza & Fizz party menu is perfect for groups. Check out the fairy lit, heated stretch tent at Bocabar Finzels for Christmas drinks- up to groups of 50.

Bocabar Paintworks – photo: Bocabar

Mendip Spring Golf Club, BS49 5JT
Christmas is the one time a year that companies & groups of friends have the best excuse to make the time to get together, reward hard word, loyalty & celebrate! If you are looking for a Christmas Party Venue based in Somerset, with onsite accommodation and Festive Menus, then you’ll be delighted to have found us! View the menu here.

Turkey & Tinsel parties – photo: Mendip Spring Golf Club

ZeroDegrees, BS1 5BA
Have yourself a beer-y little Christmas at Zerodegrees Bristol! Our festive offerings cater to all, from intimate gatherings to larger office parties. Indulge in our Festive Set Menu or savour the abundance of our Christmas Buffet.

Book before October 31st, and you’ll receive a complimentary Prosecco reception to kickstart your celebration in style.

Host your event in our welcoming and unique microbrewery setting. Whether it’s an intimate family dinner or an office extravaganza, we have the perfect space for you. Craft beer connoisseurs will relish our signature brews, and wood-fired pizza lovers will relish every bite.

Reserve your spot today for a hoppy and delicious Christmas at Zerodegrees Bristol!

Zerodegrees Bristol Christmas Party – photo: Zerodegrees

Cargo Cantina, BS1 6ZA
Cargo Cantina is a bustling Mexican restaurant on the harbourside serving fantastic food & drinks; where guests are encouraged to let loose, relax and enjoy the fun Mexican experience. £27.50 per person for a 3 course lunch, or £50 for the specialised evening menu, with a drink on arrival and a tequila to finish your night!

For all enquiries, contact belle@cargocantina.co.uk. Visit https://cargocantina.co.uk/ for more details.

Cargo Cantina Christmas parties – photo: Cargo Cantina

Christmas team building workshops, Square Food Foundation, BS4 1DQ
If your team want to go out together or if you have a hybrid work model and are looking to ensure teams are more cohesive then a fun teambuilding might be the answer.

Your team will cook together at the cookery school and then sit around our huge wooden kitchen table to eat a delicious meal they have produced. We run the sessions on a Thursday starting at 6 or 6.30pm from now until Thurs 14 December and then again from mid-January onwards.

The minimum number of participants is 12 and the workshop works well with a group of up to 16 people although we can make it work with a maximum of 20.

You choose the menu from Mexican to Middle eastern – see here and we organise the rest.  Prices are £50 per head and the workshops last 2-2.5 hours including eating dinner.

You are very welcome to bring in some Christmas drinks whilst you cook and while you eat together.

Christmas Team Building – photo: Square Food Foundation

Christmas at the Spiegeltent, BS1 5LL
It wouldn’t be Christmas in Bristol without the return of the Spiegeltent for its 11th year!

Stepping into this unique pop up venue is like stepping into a magical world of wonder, delight and entertainment.

This year will be filled with cabaret and circus shows, events for families, club nights, live podcasts, comedy events and so much more.

Special nods for this year go to Circolombia, an internationally acclaimed circus company flying in from Colombia for a run of 6 shows.

And a live talk from Studio Ghibli!

Come one and all and witness the wonders of the Spiegeltent….

Christmas Spiegeltent – photo: Chris Cooper/shotaway

Montigo Resorts, BA4 4PR
Escape the pressures of the domestic and immerse yourself in a winter wonderland with a stay at Montigo Resorts, Somerset at Charlton House this Christmas.

Dripping with period features and eye-catching Nordic displays, you can trust that Charlton House will provide the most festive of settings for your friends and family photographs, all the way through to Boxing Day.

Good food will be consumed; fine wines will be poured; much merriment will be had.

Since this Christmas, a programme of experiences has been curated just for you; your mulled wine reception, your midnight excursion to Wells Cathedral, and your evening playing parlour games by candlelight providing welcome aperitifs to the main event: a feast of succulent meats, with all the trimmings. Our attentive team can’t wait to add a sprinkle of magic to your family celebration.

For information on Christmas parties and stays in Somerset visit montigoresorts.com.

Christmas at Montigo Resort – photo: Montigo Resort

Gambas Private Dining Room
The Gambas Private Dining Room is an intimate space for gathering with friends, family, and colleagues. Up to 20 guests can enjoy a Spanish feast tailored to your group by Head Chef Gustavo Benet, with prices beginning at £40 per person. Add an optional wine pairing curated by General Manager Ander Mendive Barcos.

For all enquiries, contact events@gambasbristol.co.uk. Visit https://gambasbristol.co.uk/event-hire/ for more details.

Gambas Private Dining Room – photo: Gambas

Graft Graffiti Workshop
Is there anything more Bristol than a street art-inspired Christmas party? This graffiti workshop is perfect for groups of any size and will help you unleash your inner Banksy!

You will be hosted by Graft, a collective of mural artists and professional teachers who know the street art scene like the back of their hands. In this experience you will take a deep dive into graffiti, learning more about its origins before designing your own ‘tag’ and being let loose with the spray paint!

Create your own piece of art to take home or work as a team on a collaborative canvas to proudly display in your office all year round!

Graft Graffiti Workshop – photo: Yuup

The Canteen, BS1 3QY
Christmas 2023 at The Canteen. Whether it’s a proper Christmas do, or a chance to celebrate everything about winter, their house is the place to be. Their chef has put together a great sharing menu, making any food decisions for you! With several mouthwatering sharing dishes, everyone will be happy, full and possibly a little bit merry.

They’re throwing in a fizz cocktail (both boozy and non) to start your party. Then sit back, enjoy the company and they’ll bring you everything to you.

And, because they’re The Canteen, if you’re booking Tuesday – Saturday evening there will be some of Bristol’s best free live music. Party entertainment sorted. Book now.

The Canteen Christmas – photo: The Canteen

Gin Lovers Masterclass at Psychopomp
Do you fancy a deliciously boozy twist on a traditional Christmas party? Gin experts Psychopomp welcome you to their Gin Lover’s Masterclass!

Based on St Michael’s Hill, Psychopomp is an independent micro-distillery specialising in small-batch craft gins. Step into the distillery and see where the magic happens as you immerse yourself in the world of gin. You will drink not one, but two large G&Ts and have a guided tasting as you sample three different recipes. This is one way to refine any gin enthusiast’s palate!

Psychopomp will fully demystify the wonderful world of gin – we’re talking production, botanicals, history, and fun facts. This is an interactive experience, so there will be plenty of time for any questions along the way.

Psychopomp distillery – photo: Yuup

Hype Agency
For over 15 years Hype has passionately imagined, planned and produced the most spectacular party events in the South West. Their spectacular, unique and fully immersive environments come bursting to life in multiple venues across the South West and provide all you need for the most magical and memorable party experiences. Though they provide the best Christmas parties for work colleagues to celebrate, they also organise incredible events for all throughout the year including fabulous family afternoon teas and pop up cinema events.

As well as the fantastical themes, which they confess to taking much pleasure and care in creating throughout the year, here at Hype Towers we understand that producing truly exceptional events means only the very best is good enough. So they take great pride in our reputation for offering the highest standards in customer service, security, and event management and production. Plus, of course, for providing nothing but first class live entertainment and award winning catering that’s deliciously second to none.

So whatever your office Christmas (or any other) festivity needs – at Hype they’ve got all your seasonal fun fully covered. Get in touch today and let them help you make this year’s Christmas party one to remember.

Hype Agency Christmas parties – photo: Hype Agency

Pottymouth Ceramics Workshops on Yuup
Pottymouth hosts unique pottery experiences for all abilities. Led by seasoned potters Naomi and Meredith, each workshop covers a whole range of ceramic skills. Book in for a delightfully messy Christmas party that the whole group will love.

During the workshop you will be guided step-by-step through the process of making your own crafty creation, from coffee cups to Christmas baubles! You don’t need any previous clay experience as everything will be explained fully on the day.

Experiences are run at several locations including The Cadbury and Wiper and True’s Old Market taproom, where you can enjoy a drink or two while making your ceramic masterpieces.

Pottymouth parties – photo: Yuup

No.1 Harbourside, BS1 5UH
Keeping it Christmassy and casual, they’re offering Christmas takes on our classics from November 24th. With options for vegans, veggies, and meat lovers alike, their menu has been designed for parties big or small.

Visit us during the daytime for a warm welcome and some festive fun with their brunch menu options. Enjoy a mimosa with your meal (or something lighter – it’s daytime after all) to get your celebrations in full swing.

Or choose their Christmas burger menu from 4pm with cocktails, stacked burgers, fries, shots, and more! Taking celebrations up a notch, their laid-back venue makes the perfect place to raise a glass (or two). Book now.

No. 1 Harbourside Christmas – photo: No. 1 Harbourside

The Invisible Circus, Fairytale of Bristol
The most unique party this year? An extraordinary night of mobster-infused, immersive circus and theatre merriment called “Fairytale of Bristol”. Using interactive actors and pop-up performers, a classic “whodunnit” storyline unfolds over a 3-course dinner, culminating in a circus-soaked finale. The iconic, history-steeped Loco Klub (underneath Temple Meads) – perfect for an underground party – is transformed into “Santarini’s Speakeasy” and has tables, exclusive spaces and venue hire (capacity 200) available. Giving Gatsby a run for his money with decadence and dancing till late – “Fairytale of Bristol” is fresh, exciting, fun, totally unique and certainly not to be missed!

Fairytale of Bristol – photo: Invisible Circus

Old Market Assembly, BS2 0DF
Make Christmas luxurious this year, with their great sharing menu, select wine choices, and plenty of entertainment!

Christmas comes but once a year, and we like to go BIG! Showcasing the best of seasonal British produce, with their head chef, Moi’s twist on festive favourites and a glass of bubbly on arrival for everyone in the party! All their food is ethically and locally sourced, from their favourite Bristol and beyond suppliers. They take great care in selecting the best produce, and creating the most delicious dishes for you.

Because they love to celebrate, they’ve added a few little extras to get you in the Christmas spirit, with some Old Market Assembly surprises for you to enjoy! Book now.

Old Market Assembly Christmas – photo: The Old Market Assembly

Main photo: The Old Market Assembly

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