Whatever state you wake in come 1st January 2024, the capital has a wealth of top-notch activities. Whether you're looking to ease that headache with a bottomless brunch and your besties, or take the day a little slower with a wintry walk and a warming pint, we've rounded up some of the festive and fun things to do on New Year's Day in London.
Last updated on 5th January 2023
Head to one of London's stunning ice rinks to kick off 2023 Torvill and Dean style. From the impressive surroundings of Skylight and Somerset House to Winter Wonderland, all offer the chance to show off your skills and get some festive content for the 'Gram while you're at it.
Prosecco? Bottomless pizza? Electric Shuffle London is really delivering the goods on New Year's Day, getting 2022 off to a flying start with a mountain of food, booze and friendly competition. Go for shuffleboard glory against all your mates; you know you want to.
@ Map Maison on Various dates from Wednesday 22nd March 2023
If you fancy celebrating New Year's Day at home, with a few handcrafted cocktails and maybe even a boozy brunch, this is the cocktail delivery service for you. MAP Labs are keeping you watered with their bar-quality signature serves, delivered straight to your door.
One of the best fun New Year's day activities in London, Flight Club is bringing you a winning combo of tasty food, drinks and social darts. Ease the hangover on free-flowing pizza and a bottle of bubbly, before taking to your own private oche and trying for a bullseye.
@ Alcotraz Penitentiary: London on Various dates from Wednesday 22nd March 2023
Pay a visit to Alcotraz: Cell Block Two-One-Two on New Year's Day for a little hair of the dog and a few immersive thrills as you attempt to outwit the prison warden while smuggling in a few illicit sips. Once inside, the poison mixologists will whip up your very own bespoke cocktails.
@ Parliament Square on Various dates from Wednesday 22nd March 2023
Head to Westminster this New Year's Day for a James Bond-themed puzzle treasure hunt. You'll be given an agent mission, compass and wristband to solve the riddles and find the prize. And when you find the X? There will be a 20% of code for a nearby restaurant to enjoy.
Stretch your legs while discovering some of London's most picturesque spots. And when you're done feeling all smug and wholesome? Head to the pub and warm yourself by the fire, with a glass of something tasty. Oh, yes.
@ Bounce, Farringdon on Every Sunday
Bounce really know how to upgrade your boring ol' New Year's Day plans with its epic bottomless brunch event. Make your way to Farringdon for free-flowing prosecco or beer, alongside endless slices of pizza. On top of that? There will also be top-notch tunes and ping pong.
@ Ballie Ballerson Shoreditch on Various dates from Saturday 25th March 2023
Ballie Ballerson in Shoreditch is the ideal top-off for New Year's Day in the city. This popular venue is offering a Hair Of The Dog bottomless brunch to start off 2023 the right way, including free-flowing booze and access to the ultimate ball pits.
Futuristic hotspot, Hijingo, is hosting a bingo brunch this New Year's Day. What to expect? Two hours of adrenaline-fuelled games with a full-on show from fabulous performers, alongside a brekky-inspired main and bottomless prosecco for just £45. Sign us up.
After a week of sleeping on a blow-up mattress with only your childhood sleeping bag for cover, it's no wonder family tensions can start to boil over by the 1st of January. Relieve the stress with a few rounds of games at Electric Shuffle Canary Wharf.
Step into the Prohibition era at Proud Cabaret City this 2023. The glamorous venue is boasting a fabulous space that's ideal for celebrating the new year, including live burlesque entertainment and mouthwatering food in the 1920s-inspired space.
