Welcome to London! A city that surely knows how to impress every day of the year, but that definitely goes beyond itself on the last night of the year.
Here's our guide to the best events, parties, dinners and other things to do this New Year’s Eve in London!
1 London NYE Fireworks
The London New Year's Eve fireworks is an amazing pyrotechnics show. If this is your first NYE in London, you should totally go and see them. You can buy your ticket here.
If crowds and queuing isn't your thing, there are plenty of other ways to see the fireworks.
Boat Parties & Cruises
Various location on the River Thames
There are tons of cruises sailing on River Thames on the last night of the year. You can choose from dinner cruises, speedboat rides, oyster and champagne nights.
For example, you could board the MV Pride of London for a great night of fireworks, live DJs, dinner with champagne and bottomless drinks from an all-inclusive bar.
New Year's Eve At The View From The Shard
London Bridge
What's the best place to watch the fireworks if not on top of the Shard? Head there if you wish to dine while admiring a 360-degree view of the midnight fireworks. There are great cocktails, music and dance too, of course.
2 Clubs & Parties
There is no way to get bored in London. Especially on New Year's Eve. Dine, dance and have fun at one of these hand-picked parties. Let's welcome 2019 in the right way.
The NYE Silent Disco
Bank
The Banking Hall will host this epic silent disco where various DJs will be playing all sorts of music till dawn. Obviously, food and drinks will be available too.
Electric Dreams New Year's Eve Party
Bank
Dance into 2019 on the '80s rhythm at the Electric Dreams Party. Depeche Mode, Duran Duran, Ultravox and many others are going to accompany you into this very special party. PS: remember to dress to impress.
Glitter & Sparkle NYE
Waterloo
Not on the cheap side, but £125 tickets at Glitter and Sparkle NYE party include unlimited cocktails, beer and wine, food and a view of the fireworks display.
3 Free & Cheap Events and Parties in London
Catch Bar
Shoreditch
Head to Catch for a memorable party that will last until breakfast time with Commercial and Pop tunes. Tickets are £10.00 - £20.00.
Near & Far at Peckham Levels
Peckham
This brand new cocktail bar will be hosting their first New Year's Eve party this year. And entry is free. We think it's going to be one of the best parties in South London.
Apples and Pears
Brick Lane
Do you want two floors of classic hits, cocktails, fun crowd and only spend £15? Well, Apples and Pears on Brick Lane is your best bet.
A Different NYE in London
The Candlelight Club
Secret Location in Central London
At this secret party hosted by the Candlelight Club, we won't go ahead into 2019. But turn back to the 1920s for cabaret, dinner, live music. Remember to dress up properly. (Tickets £25.00 - £130.00)
The Red Mansion
Secret London Location
If the 20s isn't your thing and you are looking for something a bit more...sexy, then head to this themed party. Fire shows, sexy dancers and live music are on the menu for the night.
New Years Eve Ball - Around The World In 80 Days!
Battersea Evolution
If travelling is what you want, then get a ticket of the Around the World in 80 days party. From ancient Egypt to Antartic igloos, you will have the chance the explore the world in a night.
The Prohibition Party New Year's Eve Special
Secret Location Central London
Take your feathers out, because Bourne & Hollingsworth are hosting another incredible secret party this New Year's. Another 1920s themed event where you can expect cool things like silent cinema, gambling tables, illegal cocktails and more.
(Tickets from £50.00 - £60.00)
Dinner Parties
There are hundreds of dinner parties happening in London this year. We've only selected a few below.
The Rooftop St. James
Central London
Not a cheap option (tickets from £499.00 - £599.00), but if you want to make your NYS in London super special, this should be your pick. It includes dinner, dancing, DJs, bottomless drinks and views of the fireworks come midnight.
Lokhandwala
Fitzrovia
Definitely more affordable, you could head to Lokhandwala for a yummy Indian meal, delicious cocktails and great music.
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