Soho at Christmas? It's like stepping into a glitter bomb. From Carnaby Street’s famous lights to boozy bauble bars down hidden lanes, this part of London knows how to pour the festive vibes. You’ll find secret cocktail spots, old-school pubs and rooftop bars that do mulled wine like pros. Skip the tourist traps—these Soho Christmas bars are where the real cheer lives.
Booking costs of Christmas bars average £1750 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Soho, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £550 | to £4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £25 | to £50 | per person |
| From £500 | to £2500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Textiles Room at Mr Foggs Pawnbrokers
in Soho - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Lovely lovely Soho venue, the staff were excellent so attentive and happy...’
The Boudoir Bar at Bar Soho
in Soho - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Private Bar, our own sound system, away from the public and just a great space. I'd highly recommend it...’
Gold Room at Be at One Regent Street
in Soho - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Aaron was an amazing barman throughout our time in the gold room.’
You'll find Christmas bars in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Soho, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £750 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £1750 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average £4000 minimum spend per event |
Smaller Christmas bars usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Soho, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Large cave - 20 to 25 people at Zum Barbarossa, rated 4.9/5 - lounge for 25 guests
Venue said: Semi-private cave, perfect for more intimate celebrations, drinks packages and canapes/small plates options available.
The Hide at Clays Soho, rated 5/5 - event space for 35 guests
Our user said: ‘We had a fantastic experience at Clay Soho for our annual dinner.’
Ground Floor at Bantof, rated 4.8/5 - bar for 35 guests
Venue said: It can comfortably accommodate up to 25 seated guests or up to 40 guests standing, making it an ideal venue for both small gatherings and lively events.
Cheap Christmas bars in Soho start from £500 minimum spend per event or £350 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
The Club at Be at One Regent Street, from £500 minimum spend per event
(up to 200 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘We hired the Gold Room for my wife's Birthday with twenty friends - such a fantastic evening!’
Bay 9 Private at Pitch Soho, from £350 hire fee per event
(up to 15 guests standing)
Venue said: Pitch Soho is our central London venue on Meard Street in Soho. It features nine TrackMan golf bays, a bar, and flexible event spaces. It works for team socials, client entertaining, birthday parties, and private hire.
3-person Room at Karaoke Epoc, from £9 per person
(up to 3 guests standing)
Venue said: Cozy private karaoke room for up to 3 guests with a modern system, 2 mics, 650k+ songs, and Japanese snacks served in-room.
Page last updated in September 2026
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