Christmas Parties in Reading

Looking for a great venue for a work Christmas lunch or a festive gathering with family and friends? However you celebrate the season, Reading offers a brilliant mix of venues, from glamorous hotel dining and stylish restaurants to fun-filled party spots like axe throwing, escape rooms and even boat parties on the Thames. 

Festive Dining & Elegant Celebrations

Voco Reading

Whether you're planning an elegant private event in Cilantro Restaurant, an informal gathering in the Atrium Bar, or a cosy festive get-together in the warm and welcoming atmosphere of Le Café Restaurant, Voco Reading has the perfect setting for every occasion.

Village Hotel

From lively party nights to Party in the Pub to Christmas weekend celebrations, Christmas starts here. Get the bauble rolling at The Village. Private room hire, 3 course festive menu and DJ from £30 pp. Drinks packages available.

Malmaison Reading

For all things Christmas, from bar parties with your besties or an epic works do, to festive family gatherings, the Mal has got you covered. Package inclusive of Private Event Room Hire, Glass of Fizz on arrival, Three Course Celebrations Menu, ½ Bottle of House Wine per person, with meal, Christmas Crackers. Festive dining from £39.95

De Vere Wokefield Estate 

Whether you’re partying with friends or searching for an exclusive party night for your company, De Vere Wokefield Estate has all the ingredients for a truly memorable night. Shared party nights are available from £49 per person to include an arrival drink, 3-course meal and DJ, whilst private party nights are just £79 per person to include an arrival drink, canapes, 4-course meal, midnight munchies and DJ.

Penta Hotel

The Penta Christmas package includes private dining room, 3 course meal, half a bottle of wine, DJ/disco, dance floor and festive novelties. From £65 pp. There are lots of drinks packages and overnight stays start at £89. Make an enquiry>

Silchester Farm

Celebrate Christmas at Silchester Farm with exclusive private parties, shared festive feasts and unforgettable countryside celebrations. Enjoy seasonal farm-to-fork menus, beautifully dressed spaces, crackling fires and warm hospitality, all set within our stunning Hampshire estate. Whether celebrating with colleagues, friends or family, we'll make your festive gathering truly memorable.

Novotel Reading Centre

Celebrate Christmas at Novotel Reading Centre with our festive party package from just £50 per person. Enjoy arrival prosecco, a delicious three-course meal, half a bottle of wine, a professional DJ, Christmas crackers, and dancing. Perfect for office parties, family gatherings, and unforgettable festive celebrations together. Email h5432-sb@accor.com for more details or to book.

Dinton Pastures 

Looking for somewhere for a get together with friends or colleagues over the festive period? Small afternoon teas for 2 through to larger group dinners for up to 60. All set within a unique location of Dinton Pastures, with stunning lakeside views and cosy woodland retreats.

The Roseate Reading

Immerse yourself in shimmering lights, festive décor, and award-winning cuisine at The Reading Room. Enjoy indulgent afternoon teas, festive lunches, a delightful six-course Christmas Day feast and a sparkling New Year's Eve gala in the Roseate Reading Hotel. Add a luxury overnight stay and create wonderful, lasting memories. 

Holiday Inn Reading South

Private and Joiner Christmas Party Nights at Holiday Inn Reading South include a sparkling arrival drink, a three-course festive meal and a disco until midnight perfect for office Christmas parties or group celebrations throughout November, December & January. Need to combine a team meeting with a Christmas celebration? We have 11 function suites on site and with 202 bedrooms onsite and plenty of parking why not make a night of it?

Reading Town Hall

Reading Town Hall has just a handful of dates remaining in 2026 for their popular exclusive use Christmas Parties. Parties with minimum numbers of 50 (max 250) can enjoy exclusive use of either the Victoria Hall or Concert Hall, both of which will be beautifully decorated for the Festive season.

Venue Henley (part of the University of Reading) 

Celebrate Christmas at Venue Henley, where private festive parties for up to 120 guests can be tailored to suit your style, from elegant formal dining, to relaxed bowl food receptions. Enjoy festive afternoon tea with family and friends, plus optional entertainment, activities and discounted overnight accommodation to complete your celebration.

Stylish Bars & Party Vibes

Slug & Lettuce

Kick the festive season off with a glam Christmas Bottomless Brunch, sip your way through our exclusive Christmas cocktails, or explore our Christmas Party private hire options. Delicious food, festive drinks and amazing company here at Slug and Lettuce Friar Street Reading all festive season long.

Cosy Club

Bring your team, friends or family together with Cosy Club’s Festive Full House. Enjoy two or three festive courses from £29.95, featuring Christmas classics alongside Cosy favourites, with options for all dietary requirements. For larger celebrations, we offer group dining packages, set menus, buffets, Christmas nibbles and private event options in our stunning venues.

Rising Sun

Make this festive season truly unforgettable at The Rising Sun, where we’re serving up indulgent menus, warm hospitality and plenty of holiday cheer. Whether you’re joining us for Christmas drinks or dining from our festive menu, we have everything you need to celebrate in style.

Market House 

Celebrate in the heart of Reading with flexible event spaces, festive food and drinks, boutique bedrooms, and plenty of ways to keep the party going. From our Sharing Christmas party for smaller groups to exclusive private celebrations, Market House brings together great food, entertainment, games, and unforgettable festive moments.

Three Guineas Pub 

You couldn't be nearer to the station for your Christmas party! Choose from buffet menus or 2 / 3 course dining at The Three Guineas, which is located on Reading Station concourse.  

Fun & Alternative Christmas Parties

Thames River Cruise 

Celebrate Christmas with a Thames cruise for exclusive hire, perfect for casual gatherings or formal festive parties. Enjoy specially selected Christmas menus with daytime or evening sailings. Prefer to join others? Book our Festive Dinner Joiner Cruises or dance the night away at our Christmas Disco Cruise on 5 December.

An activity-based Christmas - TAG Events?

Looking for something different this Christmas? Team Activity Group offer everything from archery, axe throwing and bake-offs to competitive, lively gameshow-style quizzes and murder mystery nights. Or for something creative, try candle and wreath making or for a full-on party, book a Vegas night, complete with casino tables and cocktail making.

Flight Club

Whatever the reason for the Christmas get-together, social darts fits. Everyone's on level footing thanks to the tech at Flight Club, so it's anyone's game. Book ahead and skip the scramble for dates that's coming. Running every weekend through December, our Festive Brunch Social brings drinks, bottomless pizza, and an hour of Social Darts into one two-hour sitting.

Boom Battle Bar 

Take your Christmas party to the next level with axe throwing, shuffleboard, and beer pong. Boom Battle Bar combines competitive fun with street food and cocktails for a party you won’t forget.