Humbug: Santa's Christmas Dive Bar Experience

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HUMBUG – Santa's Christmas Dive Bar Experience

After two years of sold-out shows, Humbug is back — bigger, bolder, and ready to throw the most joyfully chaotic Christmas party on earth. Step inside Santa’s favourite dive bar for a raucous, immersive festive experience packed with live music, outrageous games, and magical mayhem. This isn’t your polite grotto Santa — he’s the host, the headliner, and the heartbeat of the night, backed by his wild house band led by cowboy crooner Jonny Whiskey. Expect premium cocktails, award-winning festive street food, beer-can bowling, a Mariah Carey shrine, confetti explosions, and sing-along moments that get the whole room on its feet.

Part walk-through theatre, part wild Christmas lock-in, Humbug blends immersive storytelling, dazzling special effects, and interactive performances with the energy of a VIP night out. Perfect for friends, corporate groups, and festive thrill-seekers, this is Christmas turned up to 11.

Where: The Vaults, Waterloo, London SE1 7AD
When: 13th November – 28th December (no shows 25th–26th), with Matinee and Evening tickets.
Food & Drink: Premium cocktails, festive street food & packages available
Booking: Ticketed show; with booth bookins, private spaces & reserved areas for up to 300 guests.

Info
  • Happily Affordable ££
  • Taking Bookings
  • Dance floor
  • Disabled Toilets

Hours
Day Open Close Notes
Monday 14:00 23:00
Tuesday 14:00 23:00
Wednesday 14:00 23:00
Thursday 14:00 23:00
Friday 14:00 23:00
Saturday 14:00 23:00
Sunday 12:00 23:00

Location

Address

Humbug: Santa's Christmas Dive Bar Experience, The Vaults, Launcelot St, SE1 7AD

Area

Central London

Nearest Station

Waterloo (Tube)

Humbug: Santa's Christmas Dive Bar Experience

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Menus
  • Cuisines

    This venue serves British, Burgers and European food.

  • A word from the chef:

    Our street food vendor is Bang Bang Burger who will be serving up the tastiest burgers and waffles. From our classic burgers and double-patty sliders to freshly made, sweet and savoury waffles. Additionally, our team of dedicated, skilled chefs can create a dinner menu that will impress your guests, be that 900, or 900! And with our sustainable methods, our compostable and eco-friendly packaging, you can feel good about the impact your event is having on the environment. Our kitchens are nut-free, our beef and chicken are halal, Vegan and Veg options catered for. We make all sauces, pickles, waffle batter and even buns at our kitchen in Bermondsey.

Private Hire
Name Type Capacity
Seated		 Capacity
Standing		 Cost Min spend
Midweek*		 Min spend
Weekend*
Full Venue Hire Venue Hire 224 300 - - -

After two years of sold-out shows, Humbug is back — bigger, bolder, and ready to throw the most chaotic Christmas party on earth. Step inside Santa’s favourite dive bar for live music, outrageous games, festive street food, cocktails, confetti, and a Mariah shrine. Part walk-through theatre, part wild Christmas lock-in, Humbug blends immersive storytelling, special effects, and sing-along madness. Perfect for friends, corporate groups, and festive thrill-seekers.

This year, we’re decking the halls underground as Humbug Christmas takes over The Vaults, Waterloo, London’s iconic immersive venue.

Perfect for unforgettable office parties, brand takeovers, or private festive celebrations, Humbug offers a bold, rebellious twist on the traditional Christmas event. With exclusive hire options, bespoke entertainment, and a fully themed environment, your guests will be transported to a world of festive mischief and magic.

Don’t miss your chance to own the night, Humbug at The Vaults is where Christmas gets re-imagined!

 
Mezzanine Hire Private Room 30 60 - - -

Hire the Mezzanine level for your own private group with private bar, while still enjoying Santa's dive bar experience.

Enter an interactive dive bar experience, where everyone’s on a mission to cheer up Santa! Expect Christmas cabaret, outrageous gameplay, and silly sing-a-longs. Prop up the cocktail bar, cruise the festive food court, meet Santa and his friends. At Humbug there’s a story to discover at every turn.

 
Shared Parties Private Room 10 200 - - -

Look to enjoy the show and be part of it? Book an area in the main stage, for you and your guests to live a once in a lifetime experience this Christmas. Taking bookings for small and large parties, perfect for smaller office Christmas events, friendly gatherings, with a party atmosphere that Santa himself wouldn't dream of missing.

* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.

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