If you're keen on a NYE with a twist, this might just be the page for you. Whether you fancy donning silk scarfs and pin curls for a night at a secret 1920s shindig or are keen to shake your way into the next year to ABBA bangers, there's no shortage of fancy dress fun and themed New Year's Eve parties in London. And you know what? We just so happen to have a list of the best.
For further inspiration, take a look at our London New Year's Eve Guide.
See in 2026 in the surrounds that once entertained the likes of Evelyn Waugh and the Queen. This New Year's Eve, Quaglino's La Rouge Soirée packs in live music, epic performances and an energetic countdown to midnight.
Expect plush red drapes, classy cabaret and plenty of theatrics. Your ticket will set you back just £50 - and it's fully redeemable against your drinks on the night.
@ The Candlelight Club on Saturday 19th September 2026 and 2 other Saturdays
If a 1920s-themed New Year's Eve party sounds right up your street for 2025, check out The Candlelight Club. Step back into the Roaring Twenties with a four-course meal add-on to your party from 7pm for £70.20 per person. Pair it with unlimited drinks until 11pm for just £54.
Relish flavours like smoked salmon rillette or beetroot carpaccio for starters, with a range of mains - think pork medallions, a veggie wellington or fried seabass - not to mention New York cheesecake and tropical fruit salad for dessert. The evening is topped off with dazzling Gatsby-style live jazz, cabaret, and vintage vinyl tunes.
@ Alcotraz Penitentiary: London on Various dates from Wednesday 29th July 2026
For a unique New Year's Eve party, head over to Alcotraz in Shoreditch, where the prison-themed cocktail experience is serving up some real end-of-year treats. Sneak in your own bottle of booze and get ready to celebrate with bespoke cocktails, midnight prosecco privileges and more.
There's nothing like a bit of fancy dress to celebrate the end of the year, eh? Over at some of Young's best venues, you can whack on your gear for one helluva a night out wherever you are across London. Even better, the majority of these are free entry, too.
