It’s hard to believe that it is yet again that time of year where we start planning what we’re going to do to celebrate (or commiserate) the New Year.
Fortunately for us in Bristol, the city and surrounding areas boast a plethora of parties, special events, and more, to help you see out 2024 and see in 2025, in style, with a range of budgets in mind, too. We’ve compiled a list of events taking place in the city this New Year’s Eve.
While we’d love to feature them all, we’ve included a simple, yet eclectic mix to give you an idea of what you can find at venues across Bristol. All events have remaining tickets at time of writing, but will book up fast.
So, it’s best to be quick to book if you spot one that takes your fancy. And be sure to head to your favourite local venue’s website to see just what they have planned for December 31, too.
‘Bottomless New Year’s Eve’ at Par 59
Where: Unit 3b, Building 11, Millennium Promenade, Harbourside, BS1 5TY
When: December 31, 2024
At Par 59 you can start your New Year’s Eve celebration with a round of mini golf, with friends, family and loved ones. You can enjoy unlimited drinks, including prosecco, cocktails, beer, cider, and more – you even get a complimentary glass of prosecco to enjoy at midnight, too.
Food-wise, you can indulge in a ‘mouthwatering selection of signature dishes’ as well as bottomless chicken wings from Par 59’s resident kitchen, Dirty Birdie. There’s also a vegetarian alternative available.
This event is priced from £35 per person.
A New Years Eve Ball at the Aztec Hotel
Where: Aztec West, Almondsbury, BS32 4TS
When: December 31, 2024, at 7.15pm
The Aztec Hotel is hosting a ‘luxurious’ New Year’s Ball to see in 2025. Guests will arrive from 7.15pm in the Cotswold Suite, which will be dressed for the occasion. A glass of Champagne will be served as you arrive, before a Scottish piper will follow, and a five-course dinner will commence at 8pm, created by the Curious Kitchen team.
Then you’ll be able to dance the night away to the hotel’s resident DJ and see in 2025 in style. Tickets cost £90 per person – you can book here.
New Year’s Eve at The Raven presents Labyrinth
Where: The Raven, 30 Clare Street, BS1 1YH
When: December 31, 2024 at 7.30pm
The Raven is this year welcoming guests to ‘enter the Goblin King’s Realm’ this New Year’s Eve. On December 31, as the clock strikes 7.30pm, the doors to the Labyrinth will creak open, according to event organisers.
“As you sip your welcome concoction, you’ll find yourself surrounded by curious creatures, shimmering lights, and enchanted décor. Prepare to be captivated by walkabout performers drawing you deeper into the maze of music, mystery, and mischief.
“The clock ticks closer to the turn of the new year whilst you dance with the goblins to a live DJ and wait for the midnight countdown to begin. ‘It’s only forever, not long at all… for £30, join your fellow dreamers on this magical night – where the only certainty is that nothing is as it seems. Shall you dance, or be forever lost in the Labyrinth?”
Your ticket will entitle you to a free cocktail on arrival, entertainment throughout the evening, a live DJ and dancing. Tickets are known to sell out fast for The Raven’s events, so those with an interest should book asap.
Find out more and book your tickets here.
New Year’s Eve: A Night at the Movies at Thekla
Where: Thekla, The Grove, East Mud Dock, BS1 4RB
When: December 31, 2024, at 9pm
Thekla and Pop Confessional presents ‘A Night at the Movies’ this New Year’s Eve. According to the official event description: “Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at Thekla with an epic night of movie magic.
“We’re bringing the big screen to life as we journey through iconic moments from all your blockbuster favourites, soundtracked by only the best in pop hits and club classics. Get dressed up as your favourite character and step into the Thekla Cinematic Universe (TCU).
“Expect immersive decor, walkabout performers and so much more to be announced. Grab your popcorn, as we gear up for the most action-packed, star-studded celebration in town.”
Tickets start from £11 – find out more and book yours here.
Afro Caribbean New Year’s Eve Party at 98 Club
Where: 72 Park Street, BS1 5JX
When: December 31, 2024, at 10pm
Celebrate in style with a ‘dress to impress’ dress code at 98 Club this New Year’s Eve, where some of the finest DJs will play the best in Afrobeats, Dancehall, RnB, and more – all night long. The venue will be decorated to the max for the occasion.
There will also be professional photography, VIP tables and packages available, and Shisha. Tickets start from £11.55 – find out more and book yours here.
Bambalan 90s Neon Glow Party
Where: Beacon Tower, Colston Street, BS1 4XE
When: December 31, 2024, from 7pm
This New Year’s Eve, Bambalan is throwing one of its ‘legendary’ parties to see in 2025, with a night of all things neon and Nineties. According to the event description: “Expect to be thrown back to a pre-millennium neon wonderland with 90s bangers, stunning cocktails, and entertainment that will have you cutting shapes across our terraces all night.
“Lose yourself in our UV jungle, good vibes, and non-stop party madness, complete with DJs, fly entertainment, killer cocktails, and busting moves ‘til the break of dawn! Choose from two ticket types this year, with an option to join us for a delicious four-course feast or if you’d prefer you can join us for just drinks and dancing.
“Both tickets include a welcome cocktail, all night entertainment and of course, live DJs and dancing!”
The dinner, drinks and dancing option costs £45 and will kick off at 7pm with a welcome cocktail. Those joining for dinner will sit down to a Mediterranean inspired party feast, perfect for big groups and sharing, after which the tables will be pushed back, the volume turned up, and dancing will commence.
The drinks and dancing only package will set you back just £20 and includes a welcome cocktail before enjoying the in-house DJs at the bar and on the outdoor terraces. When the clock strikes 9pm, the lights will dim and the party will truly begin.
Find out more and book your tickets here.
Studio 54 at Blame Gloria
Where: 22 Small Street, BS1 1DW
When: December 31, from 7pm
Bristol’s Blame Gloria will be ‘serving up a night of pure Studio 54 scandal and sparkle’ this New Year’s Eve. Inside, there will be VIP rooms, backstage cabarets, and ‘outrageous’ drag queens to entertain.
What’s more, there are multiple ticket options to choose from:
- Entry ticket – from £10 per person (includes entry between 7-10pm and a glass of prosecco on arrival)
- Bottomless & entry ticket – £70 per person (entry from 7pm and bottomless drinks between 7.30-11.30pm)
Premium bottomless and entry ticket – £90 per person (includes entry from 7pm and bottomless drinks from 7.30-11.30pm, with more drinks to choose from)
Find out more and book your tickets here.
The Garden of Earthly Delights at The Milk Thistle
Where: Quay Head House, Colston Avenue, BS1 1EB
When: December 31, 2024, from 7pm
This New Year’s Eve step into The Milk Thistle, described as ‘an ethereal paradise where the natural world meets the world of decadence and opulence’ as it brings guests ‘The Garden of Earthly Delights’. In partnership with Telmont Champagne and Remy Cointreu, the team will be transforming its clandestine cocktail bar into a ‘haven of mystery, decadence and wonder, where surrealism meets elegance to bring you a true evening of indulgence’.
This event will feature walkabout performers, magicians and burlesque, with a menu of specially created cocktails from their one-night-only menu. A DJ will also be on hand to provide a soundtrack to the evening, while for those who really wish to celebrate in style, an exclusive Champagne and canape tasting will also take place from 8pm.
General admission tickets cost £43.25, while entry with the Champagne and canape tasting costs £69.99. Find out more and book yours here.
Daytime Disco at Walkabout
Where: 40 Corn Street, BS1 1HQ
When: December 31, from 2pm-8pm
If you’re not in the mood to stay out all night, then Walkabout is hosting a Day Party between 2pm and 8pm. It will be paying homage to the iconic nightclubs of the past – think R&J’s, Locarno, Parkside, and more, all under one roof.
DJs Darren Thorne and Lee Haskins will be spinning a mix of hip-hop, reggae, disco, indie, house, and more throughout the party – including tracks from the 70s, 80s and 90s. What’s more, tickets range from being completely free, to just £5 per person. Find out more and get yours here.
New Year’s Eve will also see Walkabout hosting a NYE Brunch between 11am and 7pm, too, as well as a New Year’s Day brunch the following day.