Cheap And Free New Year's Eve Events In London

Thirst Bar and Soho is taking their NYE party super seriously this year – promising to end the night no earlier than 5am. Arrive between 8pm and 10pm for a free glass of fizz to get your night off to a strong start, before hitting the dancefloor featuring old-school anthems and pop hits courtesy of the resident DJ. 

And if you're into cocktails, you'll be pleased to know that the bartenders know how to make a mean one – with expertly shaken sips found on the drinks menu. Tickets are just £16.50 – a price that's well worth it for the perk of staying until the sun comes up. 

Head over to Herne Hill, where the Half Moon is hosting a cracking New Year's Eve party. They're offering free entry before 9pm, and tickets for £16.50 per person.

DJ LeNNeSSy will be on the decks, bringing you the very best of 80s funk and soul, hip hop and RnB, guaranteed to have you dancing all night long.

Turning its laid-back pub into the ultimate party venue, The Wheatsheaf will be hosting a crowd of fun-loving locals and Tooting outsiders for a DJ-led bash that won't stop until 3am. 

Bag yourself a VIP ticket for £27.50 and get a welcome drink, two canapés and a private table to take refuge at when you need a break from the dancefloor. Cowboy dress-up is encouraged, and singing along to all the 80s, hip-hop and R&B tracks is mandatory. 

With an £11 entry fee that includes a free cocktail, you're already making back your money just by showing up at Hope and Anchor's Nineties vs Naughties NYE party. Setting the stage for a battle of the music eras, you'll be hearing 90s bangers and 00s hits all night long across this fun-loving venue. 

Joining up with JUBEL to supply guests with refreshing craft beer throughout the night, they really have achieved the winning formula for a memorable, low-maintenance New Year's Eve bash that requires minimal effort from all in attendance. 

The chic Riverside bar in Vauxhall is hosting a New Year's Eve Party with a serious perk – you'll get to view the London fireworks from it. For just £22 you'll get access to this cosy dimly-lit venue and use it as your platform to witness the midnight display in all its glory.

But the venue isn't just relying on its location to bring in the crowds, it's also arranging a DJ set until 1am and festive drinks for all to enjoy – including mulled wine on the street-level covered terrace. 

Considering how popular The Ship is Wadsworth is, their Party Like It's 1999 New Year's Eve event is super affordable; head down South for an almighty throwback celebration for £5.50 entry, featuring non-stop 90s hits from the likes of Britney, Take That, Backstreet Boys and more. 

And while you're not belting out guilty pleasure tracks from the sprawling open-air terrace, you can tuck into a succulent hog roast emitting mouth watering aromas across the whole venue. The disco ball and DJ will be spinning until 2am – so make sure you come hungry, thirsty, and full of energy to bring to the dancefloor. 

With tickets costing just £5.50, including a welcome glass of fizz, The Heathcote and Star in Leyton is hosting an affordable New Year's Eve event. Their hat party boasts a unique theme, where everyone must be wearing a hat.

There's a prize for the best headwear, so pick your favourite, and get ready to dance as DJ Christos spins pop, hip hop and RnB tunes.

Get ready for a big one at Bar Rumba, and iconic West End venue that has been around for 30 years. They're hosting a huge event for New Year's Eve, complete with DJs spinning pop, hip hop and RnB tunes.

The party doesn't stop until 4am, and everyone receives a shot on arrival. Nab tickets from only £11 each, or opt for VIP upgrades.

If you prefer a proper pub party over pretentious velvet ropes this NYE, Dirty Dicks in Shoreditch is the place to be.

Primely located right across from Liverpool Street, this famous spot combines centuries of character with top-tier party energy. Grab your mates, order a round from their fully stocked bar, and hit the dancefloor as the throwback and commercial pop soundtrack brings in the New Year with guaranteed high vibes until 3am.

• Why we recommend: the cocktails here are always two-for-one, meaning your drinks are affordable all night long, and they know how to keep the vibe alive with great tunes and a buzzing atmosphere
• Location: across London
• Price: free entry
• Time: all day and night, closing time varies by venue

This New Year's Eve, head to any of the Slug and Lettuce bars across London and get ready to sparkle with the ultimate Glitz & Glamour party. From 8pm 'til late, you'll enjoy a night of sequins, sophistication, and pure celebration.

You'll be greeted with a complimentary glass of fizz on arrival before diving into a night of commercial and pop hits, stylish décor, and a buzzing party atmosphere that'll have you dancing all night long. Whether you're in the heart of Soho, the trendy streets of Richmond, or enjoying the lively atmosphere near Aldgate, every Slug and Lettuce offers a unique venue to ring in 2027 with cocktails, great food, and fantastic vibes.

• Why we recommend: if it's a classic City pub that you're after this New year, then the traditional and welcoming Cheshire Cheese is exactly where you need to be
• Location: 48 Crutched Friars, City of London, EC3N 2AP
• Price: free entry
• Time: open until 1am

The Cheshire Cheese is seeing in the New Year in its usual no frills style. There'll be no expensive tickets, gimmicky themes or silver service here. Just proper beer, proper food and proper company. 

After toasting midnight with your mates, the fun keeps flowing until 1am. The best part? Entry is completely free.

Cosy Club Stratford is a fabulous New Year's Eve Party location – owed to its vintage-glam interiors filled with red velvet, intricate patterns and statement lighting. Settle in for a four-course dinner, but not before you've sipped on a welcome drink upon arrival.

The lively atmosphere will be boosted by a live musician playing throughout dinner, followed by the party portion of the night – involving more music until 1am plus a glass of fizz for everyone to cheers with at midnight. You can opt for attend the dinner and party or purchase a cheaper party-only ticket – making it an event inclusive of all budgets. 

For just £2.20 you could be spending your New Year's Eve in the UK's best country and western bar, with non-stop entertainment and throwback tunes until 3am.

Step inside Coyote Ugly's Can't Fight the Midnight event all the usual bar-top dancing, cocktail drinking and Southern grub feasting, with the added bonus of a midnight countdown that you won't be able to forget.