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Christmas Party offer

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Stand-Up Comedy Venue in a Bar

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About this space

Big Belly is a vibrant and versatile events venue in the heart of London’s South Bank, perfect for corporate events and celebrations, private parties, summer and Christmas parties, product launches, conferences, awards nights, live entertainment and, of course, comedy.

Full venue hire gives you exclusive access to our collection of characterful spaces, including the Big Belly Room, Little Belly Room, Big Belly Hall and Big Belly Bar, plus our outdoor terrace.

Move seamlessly from presentations to live entertainment, drinks, dining and dancing, with two full service bars serving a great selection of craft beers, ciders and more. With professional AV, stage, lighting, and recording facilities, flexible food and drink options, and a dedicated events team, Big Belly offers everything you need to create a memorable event, all under one roof.

Offers and packages

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Event offer

Celebrate Christmas at Big Belly on London’s South Bank, with festive experiences for groups of 5 to 500 guests.

Choose from a shared Christmas experience, an exclusive private party or a full venue takeover. Our packages can include private event spaces, festive food, welcome drinks, unlimited drinks, DJs, live entertainment, comedy, karaoke and dedicated event management.

Packages start from £35 per person, with bespoke options available around your guest numbers, budget and preferred style of celebration. Enquire now and our events team will create the right Christmas party for you.

The Christmas Cracker

£35 per person

Join one of Big Belly’s public festive experiences, with a reserved area for your group.

Includes:

Choice of the daytime Christmas Cracker or evening award-winning comedy
Welcome festive cocktail or glass of fizz
One meal token per guest
Access to Big Belly Bar and Holiday Hall before and after the show

Drinks packages, karaoke and reserved seating upgrades are also available.

Private Christmas Party

£75 per person

Celebrate in your own exclusive event space with a private bar, DJ and everything arranged in one straightforward package.

Includes:

Exclusive private room and bar
Welcome festive cocktail or glass of fizz
Two-hour unlimited house drinks
One meal token per guest
DJ and dance floor
Entertainment
Dedicated event manager
Festive décor and access to the wider venue

Whole Venue Takeover

£95 per person

Take over the entire Big Belly venue for a large-scale company Christmas party on London’s South Bank.
Best for: 250–500 guests

Includes:

Exclusive venue hire for up to six hours
Welcome festive cocktail or glass of fizz
Three-hour unlimited house drinks
One meal token per guest
DJ and dance floor
Stage, microphones, screens and AV
Multiple private bars
Security, cloakroom and dedicated event manager

Prices

Monday

7:00 – 0:00

from £1000 hire fee

Per session

7:00 – 0:00

from £1000

Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Tuesday

7:00 – 0:00

from £1000 hire fee

Per session

7:00 – 0:00

from £1000

Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Wednesday

7:00 – 0:00

from £1000 hire fee

Per session

7:00 – 0:00

from £1000

Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Thursday

7:00 – 0:00

from £1000 hire fee

Per session

7:00 – 0:00

from £1000

Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Friday

7:00 – 0:00

from £1000 hire fee

Per session

7:00 – 0:00

from £1000

Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Saturday

7:00 – 0:00

from £1000 hire fee

Per session

7:00 – 0:00

from £1000

Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Sunday

7:00 – 0:00

from £1000 hire fee

Per session

7:00 – 0:00

from £1000

Alcohol licence until 1:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

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Capacity

Standing

up to 499

Dining

up to 150

Theatre

up to 200

Cabaret

up to 150

Catering and drinks

Venue can organise food and drink

Halal menu

Extensive vegan menu

Extensive vegetarian menu

Extensive gluten-free menu

Venue can supply alcoholic beverages

Facilities

Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements

Air conditioner

Camera and photography equipment available on site

Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in

Professional lighting equipment for photography and filming

Green screen for filming and photography

Photography backdrops available

Dedicated dance floor area

Soundproofed room for noise control

Free on-street parking

Paid parking facilities available nearby

Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Venue allows playing your own music

Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead

Accessibility

Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users

Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities

Guests can enter without using stairs

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed after 21:00

Host rules

* You must be 18 or over to attend.
* No smoking anywhere in the venue.
* Please do not talk, use your phone, or heckle during performances.
* Audience members must respect performers, other guests, and staff at all times. Disruptive behavior may result in removal without refund.
* Individual ticket holders must arrive at least 15 minutes before showtime. Late arrival may result in denied entry if the show is full.
* Food and drink are allowed during shows unless otherwise stated, but please be considerate during performances.
* Outside catering is not permitted.

FAQ

Can additional technical equipment be hired through the venue?

Yes. The venue can source any additional technical equipment required beyond its standard AV package through its technical team.

Can the venue provide a DJ?

Yes, the private space has its own bar and plenty of room for a dance floor, and a DJ can be provided for the evening.

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