Find your Christmas Party Venue in Leeds

So what types of Christmas parties are in vogue right now in Leeds? Here’s a list created by our event planning experts:

• There is the ever-popular Christmas dinner – who doesn’t like a bit of roast bird around the holidays? You’ll be able to find an impressive selection of restaurants willing to stay open and hire out their venue for private events. 
• Festive drinks receptions are also quite common, with bars and lounges renting their spaces for both quiet celebrations and big boozy bashes for corporate Christmas parties. 
• For a bit more of a customisable approach (maybe just a place to spend the day with a big group of people), check out the blank canvases of some of the halls for hire around the city. 
• Last but not least, you might also want to consider converted industrial spaces that glam up nicely for the holidays. 

Leeds is a relatively big city with a lot going on. So, where should you start looking for a Christmas party venue? One of the better places is a bit north of George Street near Millennium Square. Here you’ll find a variety of excellent venues and a lot to do nearby, as this is where the annual Christmas market takes place. For those looking for Christmas drinks, check out the area around King Street or head east along Wellington towards Briggate for lounges and bars with space for hire around the holidays. If you’re more into the Christmas dinner or need to host something a bit more official for a work Christmas party, you’re sure to find some of the best options in Leeds near the river in The Calls.

Christmas Party Venues in Leeds FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a Christmas party venue in Leeds?

Minimum spend can start out as low as £150, but prices may reach as high as £3000 for some venues. Hourly hire rates start at £40 in the city. If you’re interested in a per person package deal, expect prices to start around £35. Remember that prices may vary depending on the day of the week and the time of the day. (Based on Tagvenue data.)

What kind of venues can I hire for a Christmas party in Leeds?

Leeds has many different spaces that are perfect for a Christmas party and you’re sure to find one here that will fit your needs perfectly. If you’re looking for a real British experience, try one of the city’s many pubs. If you’re organising a sit-down dinner, you also have a plethora of restaurants to choose from. Many of them offer private dining rooms for hire, so make sure you check them out as well. If you want to organise a daytime function, look for cafes or studios that are filled with enough daylight to fight those gloomy winter days. Hiring a hall may be a good idea if you’re considering a big Christmas bash and need the extra room. If your guests are travelling from outside the city, consider hiring a space in one of the city’s many hotels for their convenience.

How can I hire a Christmas party venue in Leeds on a budget?

If you’re looking for a cheap option for a Christmas party hire in Leeds, you can start your search by looking for a venue operating on a minimum spend basis. In this kind of hire, you don’t have to pay any hire fee, but you must agree to spend a set amount on food and drinks. Venues with a BYO policy, where you pay the fee for hiring the space, but can bring your own drinks or/and food, are also a cheap alternative for venue hire.