If there's one thing that can put a bit of a damper on your New Year's Eve, it's a huge crowd. Waiting at the bar for half an hour to get a drink and queuing outside a heaving club, hoping to get in is never fun. Fear not, to make sure you don't miss out on this year's celebrations, we've compiled an ace list of the best secret parties taking place in London. From the hidden to the speakeasy, grab a drink, and spend your New Year's Eve partying in style in some of the city's most secretive spots.
For further inspiration, take a look at our London New Year's Eve Guide.
Last updated on 18th November 2019
@ The Secret Warehouse on Tue, 31st Dec 2019 @ 21:00 - 1:00
Make it a night to remember and welcome 2020 in style as Silent Sounds returns with an NYE edition of their much-loved silent disco. Expect a cool warehouse location, buzzing soundtracks and cheap drinks to boot.
@ Secret Location in Highgate, London or Central London on Various dates from Thursday 21st November 2019
Merging the Iron and Viking ages with modern techniques, MATR offers a unique opportunity to explore historic cultures in a secret, fine dining experience. Taking place in locations across the city, the feast will be made up of 7 or 9 enticing courses, each with fine wine pairings.
@ The King's Head Member's Club on Tue, 31st Dec 2019 @ 20:00 - 5:00
Hidden away in speakeasy-esque fashion, Gin House Burlesque are hosting their first house party. Head on over this New Year's Eve and you'll discover a secret celebration complete with burlesque, circus performers, live DJs and of course, gin by the bucket-loads.
@ Secret East London Venue on Tue, 31st Dec 2019 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)
Kick off 2020 with an homage to hedonism of the past, as this top-secret East London venue is play host to a Prohibition party unlike any other. Experience a celebration of illicit drinking and good times, within a fully-immersive speakeasy setting.
@ Barts on Tue, 31st Dec 2019 @ 21:00 - 4:00
Enter through a hidden door and you'll discover an underground world of raunchiness and hedonism that'll send you into the next decade with a blast. Get on your best glad-rags and shimmy-on over to Barts for Champagne guzzling at this New Year's Eve event.
@ Cahoots on Tue, 31st Dec 2019 @ 20:00 - 3:00
A you ready for a jolly good knees-up? It's over to Cahoots for you, old chap, as the themed, WWII bar puts on a massive bash in their secret underground bar. Bottomless cocktails, live music and DJ sets all come as standard at this incredible night.
@ Secret Location on Various dates from Monday 23rd December 2019
Discover the bewitching house of Charles Dickens as you revel in yuletide feasting, festive cocktails, and enchanting storytelling. This evening of secretive spellbinding experience will take you through the multiple tales, all coming together to create one incredible, immersive event.
@ The Candlelight Club on Various dates from Friday 22nd November 2019
Hidden away in a secret London location, The Candlelight Club have been putting on some of London's best themed events, and there's no slowing that down this New Year's Eve. Join the clandestine pop-up for a night of throwback antics, live music and 1920s flapper fun.
