Tired of the usual NYE parties and club nights that we see each and every year? DITTO. So now's the time to try out something a little different. Our city is full of weird and wonderful shindigs, themed goings-on and plenty of alternatives to the stereotypical end-of-year bash. If you're on the hunt for unique New Year's Eve events in London, then head right this way...
For further inspiration, take a look at our guide to New Year's Eve in London.
Go into 2026 with magic and mayhem at The Permission Lounge. On top of an entire evening of live entertainment, it's serving up interactive games, candy floss surprises, lucky dips, Zoltar fortune readings and hook-a-duck carnival chaos.
After live music to start the party, DJs will spin crowd-pleasing classics right through to 2:30am. Add some extra indulgence to your evening with a three-course feast for just £119.
@ The Phoenix on Thu, 31st Dec 2026 @ 18:30 - 2:00
Take your New Year's Eve celebrations up a notch with Sounds Familiar. Expect the UK's biggest music quiz, a warm welcome, and an electrifying after-party with live bands and DJs.
Tickets sell fast, so secure your place for a night of music, laughter, and dancing as you say goodbye to 2026.
Flight Club is bringing a barrel of fun for you and your mates with its unique London New Year's Eve events. Head over to one of the quirky, retro venues around the capital (from Victoria to Bloomsbury) to find their brunch social.
Think a bottle of fizz each and unlimited pizza paddles, not to mention social darts. Play on an oche just with your own group, choosing fun minigames and enjoying the self-scoring dartboard that comes complete with cool action replays.
If hopping aboard one of London Party Boats' vessels doesn't sound all kinds of quirky, we don't know what will. Not only are your drinks onboard all-inclusive, but there's also a tasty buffet, DJs and an unrivalled view of Big Ben as it strikes midnight.
Catch the fireworks from this prime vantage point, with tickets starting from £254.40 per person - including all your food and drink for the night.
For something a little different this New Year's Eve in London, grab tickets to one of the Electric Shuffle brunches across its London Bridge, King's Cross and Canary Wharf locations. There will be fun-filled sessions with a sole-use shuffle table available to your group, as well as unlimited pizza and a bottle of prosecco each.
This December, Josephine's Glitterbomb NYE is making sure us Londoners are covered for quirky and fun parties. Think high energy and signature cocktails, all while the DJ pumps out hits 'til late.
Entry is between 7pm and 10pm (closing at 3am), with tickets starting at just £22, including a glass of bubbles on arrival to set the tone.
@ Alcotraz Penitentiary: London on Various dates from Monday 22nd June 2026
While an evening spent behind bars might not be your initial thought of a good night out, trust us on this one. Alcotraz, an immersive, prison-themed cocktail bar, will see you donning an orange jump suit and sipping on tailor-made cocktails at their unusual New Year's Eve party in London.
