Planning a Christmas celebration in Newcastle? Geordies don’t mess about when it comes to Christmas. Expect bars wrapped in fairy lights, cocktails served in baubles, and Mariah on repeat in Bigg Market. From Jesmond to the Quayside, Newcastle turns into a festive playground—and we've rounded up the best Christmas bars for your next merry meetup. Santa hats optional, festive cheer guaranteed. Check them out today!
Booking costs of Christmas bars average £1000 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 Newcastle, based on Tagvenue data from February 2026:
| From £400 | to £4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £20 | to £40 | per person |
| From £770 | to £1200 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated February 2026), the best options include:
Function Room at Gosforth Hotel Newcastle Upon Tyne
in Newcastle - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Thank you again for helping to put on an unforgettable surprise 30th party for my boyfriend.’
Cocktail Bar at Banyan Newcastle
in Newcastle City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The staff were great and everyone commented on how good the venue was. Thank you very much!’
Mezzanine at BrewDog Newcastle
in Newcastle City Centre - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Was so good would really recommend to anyone booking for a birthday...’
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 Newcastle, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (February 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £300 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 120 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 200 guests | prices average £2700 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Newcastle, available to book on Tagvenue:
It’s best to book your venue at least 6–8 weeks in advance, especially for December weekend dates. Popular venues in the city centre and high-capacity spaces tend to fill up by late October. Early booking gives you the best choice of times, prices, and extras.
Newcastle City Centre is the most popular location, offering the widest range of venues, from intimate lounges to full-scale party spaces. Jesmond is known for its lively student and young professional scene, ideal for relaxed festive get-togethers. Byker features more alternative venues like Golf Fang for those seeking something fun and unconventional.
Page last updated in February 2026
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