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Christmas Party Ideas London
For some truly unique Christmas party ideas in London, look no further! The city is a festive wonderland in 2026, offering a brilliant selection of activities for both workplace celebrations and family fun – so skip the standard dinner and drinks and get hands-on with a creative workshop instead. You could get into the festive spirit with a DIY Christmas decorations class, tantalise your taste buds with a Christmas cooking class full of seasonal spices, or craft a beautiful wreath to hang on your door. Whatever you choose, these unforgettable experiences are perfect for bringing everyone together this Yuletide season.
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Wheel Throwing Pottery Class - BYOB and Pottery
5.0 (914)
Nine Elms
1 to 65 guests
£75 Now £40
Pottery Mug Workshop - Making and Painting
5.0 (59)
Nine Elms
1 to 60 guests
£36 - £39
Pottery Wheel Throwing Taster Class
4.9 (1,521)
12 years in business
London Bridge
1 to 40 guests
£35 - £40
Perfume Making Workshop with Over 150 Essential Oils
5.0 (111)
Stratford
1 to 30 guests
£39 - £99
BYOB Candle Making Class
4.9 (770)
6 years in business
Shoreditch
/ Mobile
1 to 40 guests
£45
Perfume Making Class with Essential Oils
4.9 (520)
6 years in business
Whitechapel
/ Mobile
1 to 500 guests
£49 - £59
Bendy Boy Candle Making Workshop
4.9 (104)
5 years in business
Spitalfields & Nine Elms
1 to 50 guests
£40
Lino Printing Class: Paper Posters
4.9 (119)
9 years in business
Borough
1 to 30 guests
£40
Real-Plant Terrarium Making Workshop
5.0 (291)
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£65 - £85
Fresh Pasta Class with Bottomless Prosecco
5.0 (64)
5 years in business
Isle of Dogs
1 to 40 guests
£70 - £80
BYOB Candle Making Workshop
5.0 (182)
Stratford
1 to 30 guests
£55 Now £49
Textured Silver Ring Making Workshop
5.0 (707)
Woolwich
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
£55 - £59
Aromatherapy Candle Making Class
4.8 (233)
6 years in business
Whitechapel
/ Mobile
1 to 150 guests
£47
Pottery Painting Workshop
4.9 (59)
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£50 - £70
Mosaic Making Class
4.9 (249)
27 years in business
Clapham
1 to 30 guests
£36 - £54
Sip and Paint Your Mug
5.0 (11)
Battersea
1 to 30 guests
£27
Kintsugi Workshop
5.0 (572)
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£60 - £80
Neon Paint and Sip in the Dark Workshop
4.8 (41)
2 years in business
Islington
1 to 30 guests
£48 Now £42
Hand Building Pottery Class
4.8 (249)
Shoreditch & Chelsea
1 to 70 guests
£20 - £36
Sip and Paint Class
4.7 (528)
Chelsea & Shoreditch
1 to 80 guests
£32 - £79
Terrarium Making Workshop
5.0 (47)
11 years in business
Waterloo
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£65
Art Workshop - Beginners Pressed Flowers
5.0 (12)
4 years in business
Woolwich
1 to 150 guests
£65 Now £45
Candle Making (Wax Melting) Workshop
5.0 (421)
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£55 - £75
Graffiti Experience
5.0 (23)
12 years in business
Waterloo
/ Mobile
1 to 150 guests
£50
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Festive fun
Autumnal Wreath Workshop and Oracle Readings
3 years in business
Finsbury Park
1 to 50 guests
£40
Spring Wreath Decorating Class
4.9 (1k) (teacher)
6 years in business
Whitechapel
10 to 200 guests
£55 - £59
Winter Wreath Making Workshop for Private Groups
12 years in business
Comes to you
10 to 200 guests
£55 - £65
Asymmetrical Dried Spring Wreath Workshop
4.9 (376) (teacher)
9 years in business
Borough
8 to 30 guests
£55
Wreath Making Workshop (Bamboo Hoop)
5.0 (24) (teacher)
10 years in business
Comes to you
4 to 100 guests
£45 - £100
Wreath Making Workshop
5.0 (9)
12 years in business
Richmond
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£80
Luxury Seasonal Fresh Wreath-Making Workshop
2 years in business
Kilburn
/ Mobile
1 to 100 guests
£60 - £150
Wreath Workshop
5.0 (1)
3k followers
Comes to you
4 to 30 guests
£70 - £75
Winter Solstice: A Mindful Wreath-Making Workshop
5.0 (1)
2 years in business
Comes to you
1 to 50 guests
£45 - £140
Seasonal Wreath Making Workshop
12 years in business
Comes to you
9 to 30 guests
£65
Dry Flower Half Wreath Making Workshop
8 years in business
Comes to you
15 to 35 guests
£66
Faux Wreath Making Workshop
Soho
15 to 100 guests
£50
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Real-Plant Terrarium Making Workshop
5.0 (291)
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£65 - £85
Terrarium Making Workshop
5.0 (47)
11 years in business
Waterloo
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£65
Art Workshop - Beginners Pressed Flowers
5.0 (12)
4 years in business
Woolwich
1 to 150 guests
£65 Now £45
Terrarium Making Workshop
4.9 (148)
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£60 - £80
Ikebana Taster Workshop - Let's Do Ikebana
4.9 (35)
9 years in business
Islington
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£55 - £75
Fresh Flower Arranging Workshop
4.9 (45)
9 years in business
Islington
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£65 - £85
Introduction to Ikebana Class: Create a Japanese Floral Design
5.0 (57)
Balham
1 to 30 guests
£75 - £85
Kokedama - Japanese Moss Ball Plant Workshop
5.0 (23)
9 years in business
Islington
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£42
Flower Hand-tied Bouquet Workshop
5.0 (43)
Stratford
1 to 30 guests
£70 - £80
Bouquet Making Workshop
5.0 (16)
Whitechapel
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£63 - £68
Terrarium Making Class
5.0 (30)
6 years in business
Wood Green
1 to 60 guests
£55 - £100
Flower Arrangement Workshop
4.9 (2k) (teacher)
9k followers
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£50 - £100
Floristry Class - Farm-To-Table Bouquet
4.8 (79)
11 years in business
Bloomsbury
10 to 30 guests
£65
Dried Flower Terrarium Workshop
5.0 (39) (teacher)
4 years in business
Greenwich
/ Mobile
1 to 60 guests
£65 Now £45
Seasonal Ikebana Flower Arranging Workshop
5.0 (81)
9 years in business
Islington
1 to 50 guests
£85 - £115
Terrarium Workshop - Spring Theme
5.0 (6)
4.9 (891) (teacher)
Clapham
6 to 30 guests
£20 - £45
Sip and Plant Workshop
5.0 (7)
4.9 (702) (teacher)
Kings Cross
1 to 300 guests
£55
Terrarium Making Workshop
4.8 (155)
Shoreditch
1 to 30 guests
£57
Flower Lamp Workshop for Beginners
4.8 (50) (teacher)
Woolwich
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
£45
Preserved Moss Art Workshop
4.9 (702) (teacher)
30k followers
Kings Cross
1 to 40 guests
£75
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Pottery Painting Workshop
4.9 (59)
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£50 - £70
Sip and Paint Your Mug
5.0 (11)
Battersea
1 to 30 guests
£27
Kintsugi Workshop
5.0 (572)
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£60 - £80
Hand Building Pottery Class
4.8 (249)
Shoreditch & Chelsea
1 to 70 guests
£20 - £36
Group Hand Building Pottery Workshop
5.0 (9)
4.9 (2k) (teacher)
London Bridge
/ Mobile
8 to 100 guests
£45
Kintsugi Class - Japanese Repair
4.9 (347)
27 years in business
Clapham
1 to 32 guests
£50 - £54
Unique Extrusion Pottery Class
5.0 (26)
12 years in business
London Bridge
8 to 30 guests
£45
Hand Building Clay – Pottery Class
5.0 (95)
27 years in business
Clapham
1 to 30 guests
£40 - £54
Traveling Pottery Painting Experience
4.9 (36) (teacher)
Comes to you
10 to 30 guests
£33 - £35
Kintsugi Pottery Class for Beginners
5.0 (2,299)
Tower Gateway
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£62
Pottery Workshop - Terracotta Planters
5.0 (24)
9 years in business
Borough
1 to 30 guests
£45
Polymer Clay Workshop
5.0 (7)
4.9 (2k) (teacher)
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£55 - £75
Cocktails and Pottery Paint
4.7 (11)
Wimbledon
12 to 30 guests
£25
Pottery Painting in the Park
5.0 (7)
4.9 (36) (teacher)
Battersea
1 to 30 guests
£25
Ceramic Painting Workshop: Matcha Set
5.0 (5)
4.9 (36) (teacher)
Battersea
1 to 30 guests
£35
Gintsugi - Japanese Silver Repair Workshop
4.9 (12)
27 years in business
Clapham
1 to 30 guests
£35 - £54
Pottery Painting Class
4.9 (41)
9 years in business
Borough
1 to 24 guests
£45
Kurinuki Cup Making Pottery Workshop
5.0 (11)
Homerton
1 to 30 guests
£55 - £63
Tile Painting Class - Portuguese Azulejos Inspired
5.0 (10)
27 years in business
Clapham
1 to 30 guests
£45 - £54
Pottery Class - Clay Sculpture
4.9 (10)
7 years in business
Comes to you
13 to 80 guests
£39
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Fresh Pasta Class with Bottomless Prosecco
5.0 (64)
5 years in business
Isle of Dogs
1 to 40 guests
£70 - £80
Dough It Yourself Pizza Masterclass Canary Wharf
4.8 (30)
120k followers
Canary Wharf
1 to 60 guests
£60 - £65
Fresh Pasta Making Class
4.7 (6)
5k followers
Shoreditch
1 to 35 guests
£48
Italian Cooking Class and Prosecco Tasting Experience
5.0 (76)
Pimlico
/ Mobile
1 to 25 guests
£70
Sushi Making for Beginners – Fun Hands-On Workshop
5.0 (158)
18 years in business
Archway
1 to 20 guests
£82 - £92
Dim Sum Dumplings and Wontons Workshop – Hands-On Asian Cooking
5.0 (87)
Archway
1 to 20 guests
£82 - £92
Taste of Thailand Cookery Class
5.0 (52)
2 years in business
Camberwell
1 to 30 guests
£99
Sushi Workshop
17 years in business
4k followers
Comes to you
1 to 50 guests
£65 - £150
Beef Hand Pulled Biang Biang Noodle Class
5.0 (26)
18 years in business
Archway
1 to 20 guests
£88 - £98
From Seed to Superfood: Microgreens and Sprouts Masterclass
5.0 (21) (teacher)
Staines-upon-Thames
1 to 30 guests
£85
Dan Dan Noodle Class – Spicy Sichuan Comfort from Scratch
4.9 (27)
Archway
1 to 20 guests
£82 - £92
Dim Sum Cooking Class - Xiao Long Bao
5.0 (25)
18 years in business
Archway
1 to 20 guests
£88 - £98
Sushi Making Class
4.8 (17)
22 years in business
Wandsworth
1 to 30 guests
£80 - £110
Handmade Ravioli Pasta Making Workshop
5.0 (47)
6 years in business
Pimlico
/ Mobile
1 to 20 guests
£70
Japanese Cooking Class: Chicken Katsu Curry
5.0 (23)
18 years in business
Archway
1 to 20 guests
£88 - £98
Pizza Making Class
5.0 (11)
22 years in business
Wandsworth
1 to 30 guests
£80 - £110
Colorful Tagliatelle and Classic Tiramisu Class
5.0 (78) (teacher)
5 years in business
Isle of Dogs
1 to 30 guests
£55
Scotch Egg Masterclass
4.8 (216) (teacher)
Holloway
1 to 50 guests
£35
Pasta Making Workshop: Ravioli
4.8 (5)
4.8 (374) (teacher)
Wandsworth
1 to 30 guests
£80 - £110
Indian Cookery Class: Tikka, Malabar and Jalfrezi
4.8 (9)
4.8 (374) (teacher)
Wandsworth
1 to 30 guests
£80 - £110
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Neon Paint and Sip in the Dark Workshop
4.8 (41)
2 years in business
Islington
1 to 30 guests
£48 Now £42
Sip and Paint Class
4.7 (528)
Chelsea & Shoreditch
1 to 80 guests
£32 - £79
Graffiti Experience
5.0 (23)
12 years in business
Waterloo
/ Mobile
1 to 150 guests
£50
Glow-in-the-Dark Paint and Sip Workshop
4.9 (61)
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£50 - £70
Paint and Sip Workshop
4.9 (77)
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£50 - £90
Paint and Sip Class
4.7 (70)
7 years in business
Barbican
/ Mobile
1 to 150 guests
£34 - £39
Bottomless Neon Sip and Paint Class
4.9 (253)
Hammersmith
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£45 Now £35
Paint Your Partner Workshop
5.0 (135)
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£50 - £90
Unguided Free Flow Painting Workshop
4.8 (509)
Chelsea
1 to 70 guests
£18 - £20
3D Painting Using Self-Adhesive Seals Workshop
4.9 (57)
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£50 - £70
Plaster Painting Workshop
4.9 (38)
9k followers
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£70 - £90
BYOB Sip and Paint Experience
5.0 (101)
Hammersmith
1 to 50 guests
£22 - £35
Painting Class in an East London Studio
5.0 (132)
10 years in business
Stepney
/ Mobile
1 to 60 guests
£69 - £79
Mindful Sip and Paint Workshop
5.0 (35)
14k followers
Aldgate
10 to 30 guests
£35
Halloween Sip and Paint Workshop
4.9 (2k) (teacher)
9k followers
Battersea
1 to 50 guests
£50
Halloween Pumpkin Decorating Workshop
4.9 (2k) (teacher)
9k followers
Battersea
1 to 50 guests
£45
Paint Your Pet Workshop
4.9 (12)
9k followers
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£50 - £90
Watercolour Painting Workshop
4.9 (11)
9k followers
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£70 - £90
Sip and Paint Workshop
4.9 (30)
Bow
8 to 100 guests
£40
Free Flow Painting Workshop
5.0 (10)
9k followers
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£30 - £60
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BYOB Candle Making Class
4.9 (770)
6 years in business
Shoreditch
/ Mobile
1 to 40 guests
£45
Perfume Making Class with Essential Oils
4.9 (520)
6 years in business
Whitechapel
/ Mobile
1 to 500 guests
£49 - £59
Bendy Boy Candle Making Workshop
4.9 (104)
5 years in business
Spitalfields & Nine Elms
1 to 50 guests
£40
BYOB Candle Making Workshop
5.0 (182)
Stratford
1 to 30 guests
£55 Now £49
Aromatherapy Candle Making Class
4.8 (233)
6 years in business
Whitechapel
/ Mobile
1 to 150 guests
£47
Candle Making (Wax Melting) Workshop
5.0 (421)
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£55 - £75
BYOB Aesthetic Crystal Candle Making Workshop
5.0 (108)
Stratford
1 to 30 guests
£55 - £85
Reed Diffuser Making Workshop
5.0 (23)
6 years in business
Whitechapel
/ Mobile
1 to 150 guests
£49
BYOB Botanical Crystal Soap Making Workshop – Make 4 Pieces
5.0 (107)
Stratford
1 to 30 guests
£45 - £49
Gel Candle Making and Sip Workshop
4.9 (20)
9k followers
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£50 - £55
90s Inspired Candle Making Workshop
4.9 (27)
9k followers
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£50 - £70
Gradient Colour Container Candle Workshop
5.0 (44)
6 years in business
Holloway
1 to 30 guests
£55
Bespoke Candle Making Workshop
4.8 (30)
6 years in business
Whitechapel
/ Mobile
1 to 99 guests
£52
Natural Soap Making Workshop
4.9 (46)
6 years in business
Whitechapel
/ Mobile
1 to 99 guests
£49
Perfume Making Workshop
4.7 (88)
Islington
1 to 30 guests
£49 - £99
Luxury Vegan Candle Making Workshop
5.0 (42)
Camberwell
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
£50 - £55
BYOB Sand Art Candle Making Workshop
5.0 (45)
16k followers
Stratford
1 to 20 guests
£55 - £85
Candle Making Workshop
5.0 (11)
6k followers
Woolwich
1 to 30 guests
£35
Private Candle Making Workshop - London
5.0 (31) (teacher)
Comes to you
12 to 80 guests
£49
Autumn Candle Painting Class
3k followers
Shepherd’s Bush
10 to 35 guests
£35
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Botanical Bag Charm Making Workshop
5.0 (42)
16k followers
Stratford
1 to 30 guests
£49 - £59
LDN - Moru Doll Workshop (M Size 15 Cm)
4.9 (12)
6 years in business
Holloway
1 to 30 guests
£42
Granny Square Crochet Workshop
4.9 (15)
3 years in business
West Norwood
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
£30 - £35
Sip and Cross Stitch Class: Relaxing Friday Night Workshop
5.0 (7)
Deptford
1 to 30 guests
£20
Tableware Decorating Workshop: Table for Two
4.9 (125) (teacher)
5 years in business
Shoreditch
5 to 40 guests
£42
Sew Your Own Strawberry Bag Charm Workshop
5.0 (6)
5.0 (467) (teacher)
Deptford
4 to 30 guests
£25
Natural Dyeing Workshop: Expand Your Colour Palette
5.0 (6)
5.0 (46) (teacher)
Wapping
/ Mobile
1 to 40 guests
£63 - £69
LDN - Moru Doll Workshop (S Size 8-10cm)
5.0 (5)
5.0 (87) (teacher)
Holloway
1 to 30 guests
£30
Halloween Felting Workshop - BYOB
Harrow
1 to 30 guests
£30
Kanzashi Flower / Fascinator Workshop - Upcycled Fabric
4.9 (891) (teacher)
Clapham
1 to 30 guests
£20
Wire Art Workshop: Personalised Name / Words
4.8 (50) (teacher)
Woolwich
4 to 100 guests
£35
Crochet Granny Square Class
4.8 (5)
4.9 (891) (teacher)
Clapham
6 to 30 guests
£20 - £40
Rug Tufting Class: 60x60cm
4.9 (11)
Camden Town
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
£115 - £130
Easy Weaving Taster Workshop
5.0 (467) (teacher)
7 years in business
Deptford
4 to 30 guests
£10
Make Your Felt Decorations Workshop
5.0 (76) (teacher)
Kensington
1 to 150 guests
£25 - £30
Embroider Your Beret Workshop
5.0 (76) (teacher)
Kensington
1 to 30 guests
£42
Crochet Scrunchie Workshop
5.0 (7)
5.0 (22) (teacher)
West Norwood
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
£25 - £35
Beginners Macramé Wall Hanging Workshop
4.9 (891) (teacher)
27 years in business
Clapham
1 to 30 guests
£20 - £45
Autumn Botanical Textile Dying Workshop and DJ After-Hours
5.0 (20) (teacher)
Borough
/ Mobile
10 to 50 guests
£47 - £53
Textile Banner Workshop
4.9 (891) (teacher)
27 years in business
Clapham
6 to 30 guests
£20
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Textured Silver Ring Making Workshop
5.0 (707)
Woolwich
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
£55 - £59
Beading Workshop
4.9 (64)
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£50 - £70
Silver Ring Making Class
4.9 (651)
Shoreditch & Chelsea
1 to 25 guests
£66
Jewellery Making Workshop
5.0 (48)
14k followers
Whitechapel
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
£50 - £70
Crystal Botanical Jewellery Making Workshop
5.0 (27)
Bow
1 to 70 guests
£50
Halloween Jewellery Making Workshop
5.0 (104) (teacher)
14k followers
Whitechapel
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
£50 - £70
Halloween Ring Making Workshop
5.0 (104) (teacher)
14k followers
Whitechapel
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
£50 - £70
Jewellery Beading Workshop
5.0 (10)
Kensington
/ Mobile
2 to 30 guests
£25 - £35
Gemstone Jewellery Making Workshop
5.0 (11)
14k followers
Whitechapel
1 to 30 guests
£70 - £80
Beaded Jewellery for Pets Workshop
4.9 (2k) (teacher)
9k followers
Battersea
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£50 - £70
Bag Charm Making Class
5.0 (21) (teacher)
Camden Town
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
£45
Statement Beaded Necklace Workshop
4.9 (125) (teacher)
5 years in business
Trafalgar Square
1 to 50 guests
£40
Birthstone Jewellery Making Workshop
5.0 (104) (teacher)
14k followers
Whitechapel
1 to 30 guests
£85 - £95
Pendant Making Workshop
5.0 (104) (teacher)
14k followers
Whitechapel
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
£50 - £70
Sip and Carve - Jewellery Making Workshop
5.0 (104) (teacher)
14k followers
Whitechapel
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
£60 - £80
Charm Making Workshop
5.0 (104) (teacher)
14k followers
Whitechapel
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
£50 - £70
Charm Bar Experience - Sip and Meet Like Minded Gals
5.0 (1)
Shepherd’s Bush
6 to 60 guests
£32
Personalised Name Bag Charm Workshop
4.8 (50) (teacher)
Woolwich
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
£29
Beaded Keyring or Bag Charm Party
5.0 (76) (teacher)
Kensington
1 to 50 guests
£25
Real Flower Jewellery Workshop
5.0 (39) (teacher)
4 years in business
Woolwich
5 to 30 guests
£65
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Exciting Christmas party ideas in London
Whether you’re gathering all your nearest and dearest together for a big festive bash in the city or want intimate work party ideas for small groups, there are crafters across the city from Bermondsey to Bethnal Green waiting to share their festive spirit with you. No matter your group’s interests, age or tastes, there’s a huge variety of creative classes ready to be unwrapped.
Want to cut down on your plastic and give your decorations a more personal touch? Deck the halls with a Christmas decoration making class! Whether they’re made of ceramic, fused glass or upcycled from bric-a-brac, making your own festive baubles in a brilliant way to get everyone in the mood for a fabulous Christmas! Led by an experienced artisan, you'll be able to whip up wonderful DIY decorations to adorn your tree, your walls and even your front door!
Maybe you’re a family of foodies who fancy a break from the traditional festive spread. Come along to a Christmas cooking class and discover that there’s more to yuletide dining than turkey and trimmings! From an indulgent three-bird roast to a handmade sweet centrepiece to rival the traditional figgy pud, getting everyone involved in the dinner preparations will make this a Christmas to remember!
If you’re in charge of the office festivities and want new ways to get the gang together for fun team building activities in London, why not try a group pottery class? Not only will your dream team have the chance to relax and unwind before the holiday period, but they’ll make some one-of-a-kind gifts for their loved ones — and that’s a new tradition that’s worth continuing!
How to plan a fun Christmas party in the city
With hundreds of fantastic Christmas party ideas in London to choose from, it’s never been easier to get into the festive spirit! Thanks to our friendly, enthusiastic teachers across the capital, there are inspiring workshops and crafty classes to bring a new dimension to any event you’re hosting over the holiday period. Whether you're looking for a way to thank your employees for their hard work this year, or gathering your nearest and dearest to get into the festive spirit, we've got you covered.
Looking for a fun way to spend time with your friends during the holidays without dealing with the crowded bars and pubs? Instead, consider organising a paint and sip party in London! This exciting activity combines the best of both worlds – painting and drinking wine or cocktails – in a welcoming and beginner-friendly environment. Painting at a party is an excellent way to get into the holiday spirit and escape from your usual responsibilities for a moment of pure creativity. And if you're feeling a little nervous about painting, a drink can help calm your nerves and inspire your imagination!
Of course, grown-ups don’t get to have all the fun: there are plenty of festive activities for kids to help your little one share the magic of Christmas! Is your child a mini-maker who loves working with their hands? Let them get messy with making their own DIY Christmas decorations such as a xmas wreath or handmade baubles! Whether they want to decorate the whole house with handmade bunting, streamers and wall hangings, or focus on the tree and create some beautiful baubles to use year after year, they’ll love getting involved with the seasonal festivities. Or why not teach them to make their own delicious, decorated Christmas cookies as a festive treat on Christmas Eve? They could even leave one for Father Christmas to build even more excitement for the big day!
Christmas party planning top tips
Planning a fantastic Christmas party doesn't have to be stressful! The secret is to get creative with your ideas. Here are our top five tips for planning a brilliant, festive, and memorable celebration that everyone will love.
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Pick a theme and stick to it! This is the best way to get everyone excited – instead of a generic party, why not go for something more specific? Think a retro Christmas jumper party, a 'Winter Wonderland' with a hot chocolate bar, or a 'Festive Fiesta' with a cooking class. A strong theme ties everything together and makes decorating, food, and activities so much easier to plan!
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Make it an activity, not just an event. The most memorable parties are the ones where you do something together. Instead of just sitting down to a meal, book a festive workshop! Our Christmas party ideas in London are perfect for this, with options like wreath making, Christmas baking classes, or even DIY Christmas decorations. It's a fantastic way to break the ice and ensure everyone leaves with a unique keepsake and some brilliant new skills.
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Get the food right. Food is at the heart of any good party, but it doesn't have to be complicated. Instead of a formal sit-down meal, consider a buffet, finger foods, or even a build-your-own station (like a festive taco bar or a dessert-decorating station). This gets people moving and chatting, and it's often more budget-friendly and less stressful to organise!
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Create a festive playlist. Music sets the mood, so don't rely on a single Christmas radio station. Instead, create a playlist with a mix of classic festive tunes and some fun, upbeat party songs. Encourage your guests to add their favourite tracks beforehand to make it extra personal.
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Plan a simple gift exchange. A Secret Santa gift exchange is a great way to add fun to the party without the pressure of buying gifts for everyone. Set a low price limit (e.g., £5-£10) and make the focus on a funny or creative gift rather than an expensive one. It’s a brilliant icebreaker and always leads to some laughs!
London Christmas do ideas: we're here to help!
No matter the size of your group, your individual interests or your budget, you’ll discover a treasure trove of office Christmas party ideas in London to get everyone into the seasonal spirit. We’re also here to help make sure everything goes smoothly for you and your group — whether it’s a family get-together, a creative catch-up with your besties or a workplace team-building event, we’ll make sure you have the most wonderful time of the year!
We can handle everything from custom group requests to locating a private venue, so all you and the gang have to do is show up, flex those creative muscles and have a brilliantly festive time. From making decorations to cooking up a Christmas cracker of a feast, you’ll find fun, stress-free classes to help you make new traditions this year.
Where to take staff for Christmas in London?
If you're looking to celebrate Christmas with your staff in London, creative experiences offer a fun and memorable way to bond while embracing the festive spirit. From hands-on workshops to interactive classes, there’s something to suit every team, no matter your size, budget, or interests. ClassBento’s wide range of activities will ensure your team has a blast, whether you're looking to get crafty, cook up a storm, or simply relax together.
Here are a few ideas:
- Cocktail Making in Archway: Shake up refreshing drinks together in a fun, interactive mixology class.
- Wreath Making in Islington: Craft beautiful Christmas wreaths in a cosy, festive atmosphere.
- Paint and Sip in Spitalfields Market: Relax and unleash your inner artist while sipping on holiday tipples.
- Spanish Christmas Baking Class in Canary Wharf: Learn to make delicious festive treats – Christmas Churros and Mulled Chocolate. anyone?
- DIY Christmas Decorations in South West London: Personalise ornaments and take home a piece of the festive fun.
- Pottery making in Clapham: Unwind together with some clay-fuelled fun.
These activities ensure a stress-free, fun-filled celebration that brings your team together in a unique way!
What to expect when booking an activity for a work Christmas party
When booking an activity for a work Christmas party through ClassBento, you can expect a smooth and stress-free experience, with plenty of customisation options to ensure your event is memorable. Here’s what you can anticipate:
1. Wide range of activities: ClassBento offers a variety of creative experiences, from wreath making and cocktail classes to paint and sip sessions and even cooking workshops. These activities are ideal for team bonding and getting into the festive spirit.
Here's what Sian had to say about their group's Spanish Cooking Class:
"Bav was fantastic and explained things really well. We had 3 people who had never cooked a meal before so this was a big step. We all had an amazing night and nothing was too much. It was a memorable Christmas party and we would go back again soon!" – Spanish Tapas Cooking Class, Sian Smith
2. Customisable experiences: Many of the workshops can be tailored to suit your group’s size, preferences, and skill levels. You can even choose between in-person or virtual options, depending on your team’s location and availability.
3. Flexible locations: Plenty of activities can be held at one of ClassBento's partnered venues in London or hosted at your own office or event space, making it convenient for all participants.
4. All materials provided: Whether you’re crafting Christmas decorations or mixing cocktails, ClassBento ensures that all materials are provided, so you don’t have to worry about a thing. For virtual experiences, craft kits are delivered directly to your team members.
5. Expert guidance: Every class is led by a professional instructor, ensuring that everyone has a fun and engaging time, regardless of their skill level.
Booking with with us guarantees a festive and creative experience that fosters team bonding while celebrating this wonderful time of year!
