Holiday Party Venues for Rent in Boston

We know you're thinking, "What's the big deal? I can just celebrate at home, watch some movies and that will be all." And yeah, that's true. But we have a much better idea, and we're here to tell you: why not try something new this year? Why not pick a place that's going to offer a brand-new experience? You’re bound to have a ton of fun, get together with a bunch of awesome people, and have a holiday party to remember. And if that doesn’t excite you, does the lack of cleaning up, and the option to leave whenever you want sound better? Whether you’re planning to be this year’s Grinch or not, we have a cool list of why you should go all out with your celebrations this year.

Here are some reasons why renting a holiday party venue in Boston is the best thing ever:

1. You get to be all about the holidays! Everyone loves being festive and celebrating this time of year, but sometimes it can be hard to bring that energy into everyday life. When you rent a holiday party venue, though, you can make sure it's as merry and bright as possible! No need to worry about getting everyone into the spirit—you just show up and enjoy.
2. They're great for groups! If you've got a huge crowd coming over for your party, holiday venues are ideal because they're designed with big groups in mind. They'll have enough space for everyone who shows up, which means no one will feel crowded or left out when they're dancing around to their favorite Christmas tunes! And on that note, you can also use these locations for some great company parties. We all know how important it is for a company to get together and celebrate, integrate, and in general get to know each other better. Company parties are just fabulous for that. So if you’re still pondering whether you should have that party for your employees - the answer is yes!
3. Have you missed the feeling of bringing together all your family and friends? Well now you can! A holiday party is a great excuse to invite everyone and enjoy this special time together. There’s no space for arguments, and there’s no room for fuss, only drinks, food and dancing. Plus, maybe even some presents if you’re all feeling up for that.
4. The venue will take care of everything—you don't even have to clean up afterward! We said it before, and we’ll say it again - there’s no mess left for you to clean up. That’s all on the venue’s cleaning crew. You don’t have to stay up for ages, or wake up to dirty dishes. All the dirt and sweat gets left behind. Thank goodness. 
5. You can plan all your favorite traditions and have them included in your party as well. If you have something special that you do every year, or you want to start a new tradition, then it’s the ideal time to do so. Get some festive karaoke going on, prepare a Secret Santa, play some festive games or do anything that brings out the joy in you, or that lights up your mood during the holiday season. As long as it’s not anything too crazy, you’ll be able to celebrate in any way you can. 

Now you know why you should totally have an awesome holiday party in Boston. But do you know what type of party you should have?

Holiday Party Themes

A holiday party should totally have an awesome theme to go along with it. Here are some of our top picks:

-Holiday sweater party. Or even better - an ugly holiday sweater party.  Wear your favorite holiday sweater and get ready to have a blast, or dress up in your tackiest Christmas jumpers, let loose and have fun! And yes we know, everyone will have at you for it, but ugly Christmas sweaters are a total go to. 

-Black-tie. Have an elegant dinner. Get your guests to dress in their fanciest suits and dresses, wear some expensive jewelry, show off to everyone you know. Add a bit of spice and pizzazz to the holiday party, and feel like a celebrity for the night.

-A masquerade ball. Everyone loves a cool costume and the opportunity to dress up. A masquerade ball sounds very fun. A mysterious mask and an elegant dress or suit is going to make everyone excited about this year’s holiday party, that’s for sure. 

-A theme understood by your inner circle. Stepping away from the official and fancy, why not have something funny and amusing for this year’s party theme? If you’re getting together with a small group of family and friends, and you have a theme that suits with an inside joke of yours, why not make that the theme of the evening?

Holiday Party Venues in Boston FAQ

How much do holiday party venues in Boston cost?

Expect an average price of $30 per person for holiday party venues in Boston. Depending on the venue capacity, location and the time of the year, you can expect a range of prices starting anywhere from $15 per person to $55 per person. Book as early as you can for the best offers! (All data from Tagvenue.com)

What are some of the best holiday party venues in Boston?

We don’t like to name favorites, but we do have to say that the Entire Venue at Vintage Lounge Boston located in Downtown is an absolutely stunning venue that’s perfect for a retro chic holiday party! Invite up to 240 people and enjoy this fab spot for $38 per person! And if that’s not really your cup of tea for this season, why not take a look at Entire Venue at Fajitas & 'Ritas? This beautiful event space is located in Downtown as well and comes at a price of $40 per person.

How far in advance should I book holiday party venues?

The holidays are the most popular time of the year. Which is why you should aim to book a venue quite early on. We recommend booking an event space around 6 months in advance, especially for bigger parties of over 50 people. If you’re planning just a small get together, we still recommend renting the space around 4 months before.

How many people can I invite to a holiday party venue in Boston?

At the time of writing, the venue which offers the most space is Entire Venue at Legacy Boston. This gorgeous space offers enough room for up to 400 people. So if you’re planning a corporate holiday extravaganza, this will be the place to book. But on average, you can expect spaces to have enough room for around 60 people. Make sure to take good use of our search engine to find the venue ideal for you and your guests.