8 Alternative New Year’s Eve Events & Parties in Bristol

8 Alternative New Year’s Eve Events & Parties in Bristol

Posted on: 18 Dec 2019

Not in the mood for a late-night DJ set this year New Year's Eve? 

 

There’s tonnes of great parties happening this New Year’s, curated by some of the city’s best promoters. But they’re not for everyone.

 

If you’re looking for a smaller affair; drinks, food, cheesy tunes – then you’re in the right place. Here’s a rundown of alternative ways to celebrate the New Year in Bristol.

 

ABBA Party @ Steam

 

Are you an ABBA-holic? You’re in luck. Steam (situated behind Clifton Down Station) is hosting a huge ABBA-themed New Year’s Eve party this year.

 

Headlined by one of the U.K.’s best ABBA tributes, the aptly-named ABBAholics, the soiree promises top-notch disco tunes, décor and a photo booth.

7 Alternative New Year’s Eve Events & Parties in Bristol

Studio 54 comes to Bristol @ Bambalan 

 

This year, enjoy a recreation of New York City’s infamous disco club, Studio 54, with a Bambalan’s themed NYE party.

 

Head down early for a Mediterranean-inspired party feast, or head down later and get stuck into their off-one cocktail menu.

7 Alternative New Year’s Eve Events & Parties in Bristol

Queer Prom @ Old Market Assembly 

 

It’s all happening at the Old Market Assembly this New Year’s Eve.

 

Following a sold-out event in February, the LGBTQ+ party, Queer Prom, is back with a packed schedule.

 

Kicking off at 18:00, enjoy a ‘Queer Feast’, before a cabaret show and late-night party.

7 Alternative New Year’s Eve Events & Parties in Bristol

New Year’s with the Left Handed Giant 

 

Want to celebrate New Year’s by the water?

 

Left Handed Giant is throwing a closed-door event this year, complete with a limited-edition brew produced specifically for NYE.

 

With your ticket, you’ll get a welcome beer on arrival. They’ll be glorious Neapolitan-style pizza from Mission Pizza and a huge selection of LHG beers on tap, too. 

7 Alternative New Year’s Eve Events & Parties in Bristol

A Bad & Boujee New Year’s @ Flipside Cocktail Club

 

With free entry all night, Flipside Cocktail Club’s Bad & Boujee New Year’s bash is a no-brainer.

 

DJ Izaak Levi will be spinning a heavy mix of classics all night long and don't forget - they’ll be some irresistible deals on cocktails. 

7 Alternative New Year’s Eve Events & Parties in Bristol

Black-Tie Blowout @ The Cider Press 

 

Get suited and booted, and welcome in the new year with Cider Press’ extensive range of, well, cider! It is Bristol, after all.

7 Alternative New Year’s Eve Events & Parties in Bristol

New Year’s Eve @ The Farm

 

Looking for a cosy pub, fireworks and an outdoor bar area? Look no further.

 

The Farm Pub in St Werburgh’s is throwing a huge New Year’s Eve soiree, complete with DJ stages inside and out, all night long.  

7 Alternative New Year’s Eve Events & Parties in Bristol

New Year’s Eve (Eve) @ Smoke & Mirrors Magic Bar 

 

So, this isn’t strictly a NYE Party, but we’ll throw it in for good measure. 

 

Warm up for your New Year’s Eve celebrations with a relaxed night of hilarious stand-up comedy at Smoke & Mirrors, the city’s boutique magic and comedy bar.

 

Their weekly Bunch of Japes new comedy night platforms the very best in comedic talent, from established acts to the up and coming. It’s a chance for them to try out new material with the lovely folk of Bristol. 

7 Alternative New Year’s Eve Events & Parties in Bristol

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Kate Hutchison

 


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