Glasgow Christmas Parties & Activities 2025

With Christmas just around the corner, there's never been a better time to start thinking about your festive celebrations in Glasgow!

Article Source: Book A Party
Last Updated: 25 September 2025 10:16

Glasgow’s Christmas party scene for 2025 is packed with options to suit every taste. Whether you’re after a lively night out with friends, a fun work celebration, or something a little bit different, you’ll find it here!

We spoke to Pippa Masson, freelance writer at Book A Party, who’s rounded up some of Glasgow’s best Christmas parties and festive activities. From top party nights that feature Christmas dinner with all the trimmings, to boozy bingo, wreath making and even festive crazy golf, the options are endless.

1. Glitterball Party Nights – Doubletree By Hilton Glasgow Central
Get ready for some serious sparkle with Doubletree by Hilton Glasgow Central’s classic Glitterball Party Nights. These shared events are a fabulous way for small to medium-sized groups to celebrate and include everything needed for a memorable time. Look forward to a festive three-course meal, along with top DJ entertainment from Clyde 1 Radio host Garry Spence. Joining other groups makes the party feel bigger, brighter, and way more social. It’s perfect for friends or colleagues who want to enjoy a Christmas night out in style without worrying about planning or playlists.

2. Christmas Spectacular Shared Party Nights – DoubleTree By Hilton Glasgow Strathclyde
If you’re looking for a shared Christmas party that includes everything under one roof, this is it: delicious food, a festive atmosphere, and brilliant entertainment to match. The fun kicks off with a glass of fizz on arrival, before you and your guests take a seat for a lavish three-course feast. After that, it’s on to the dancefloor, where you’ll be able to party the night away to all the latest and greatest tunes. It’s the ultimate way to celebrate the season and you won’t have to plan any of it – just book your tickets and turn up ready for some festive merriment!

3. Sparkle & Shine Christmas Parties – Hamilton Park
Hamilton Park brings sparkle to your festive celebrations with this lively shared party. Enjoy a welcome drink on arrival, a three-course meal, and top-notch entertainment from the excellent resident DJ. Here, the atmosphere is festive and relaxed, perfect for friends, family, or colleagues who are looking to have a great time! You’ll leave with memories, a full stomach, and the satisfaction of having danced, laughed, and celebrated in true style.

4. Disco Party Nights at Hampden Park
Celebrate the festive season the right way at Scotland’s National Stadium, Hampden Park. The theme for this year is the ever popular Disco Party Nights, where you’ll enjoy a night of total extravagance. Start with a sparkling welcome drink upon arrival, followed by a delicious two-course festive meal. After your plates have been cleared, the night continues on the dancefloor. Get ready to dance your way through the decades with all the best party tracks spun by the resident DJ.

5. Balls & Booze – Boom Battle Bar Glasgow
If you’re not feeling an all-out Christmas party this year, why not head to Boom Battle Bar for their Balls & Booze package? It mixes festive drinks with all kinds of fun and games, lasting for two hours in total. Each member of your group will be treated to a welcome drink on arrival, along with a further two drinks during your session. When it comes to the games, there’s loads to pick from. Will you go for Axe throwing, shuffleboards, crazy golf, beer pong, pool or AR darts? The choice is yours!

6. Boozé Bingo Christmas Brunch – Hamilton Park
Nothing beats a brunch, but this Boozé Bingo Christmas Brunch takes things to the next level. Taking place at Hamilton Park, you and your guests will enjoy an arrival drink, indulge in sharing platters and play bingo with a festive twist! This isn’t ordinary bingo, because this one involves wicked tunes, light sticks and audience participation! After the main event, you’ll be able to hit the dancefloor and boogie until the end! This festive experience is perfect if you want a Christmas party that starts early, combines food and fun, and comes with a generous side of laughter and slightly competitive bingo shouts.

7. Jingle Bells Crazy Golf Package – One Under Glasgow
For a festive celebration with a difference, get yourselves down to One Under Glasgow. Here, you and your pals will be able to unleash your competitive sides (in a festive way) with the Jingle Bells golf package. Get ready for an exciting 9-hole mini golf course that’s packed with fun challenges and pumping tunes. Not only that, but each guest will also enjoy an epic cocktail to make things even better, along with a souvenir visor.

8. Wreath Making Workshops – Dream Team Events
Ever wanted to make your own festive wreath? Then make sure it happens this year with one of these gorgeous workshops from Dream Team Events. Lasting around 2 hours and hosted by a friendly instructor, you’ll work with dried greenery, berries and fruit, along with ribbons to create a stunning festive decoration. Your host will guide you step by step, making it easy even if you’ve never picked up a hot glue gun before. The venue, equipment and materials are all provided, so just bring yourselves along. At the end of the session, you’ll leave with a wreath that’s both beautiful and uniquely yours.

9. Festive Silent Disco – Silent Adventures
Put on your headphones and dance like nobody’s watching (except they are!) with this brilliant Festive Silent Disco Adventure. Led by a party loving host, you and your group will join others for a mix of classic Christmas tunes and party hits, all while enjoying a silent disco experience through the city. The quirky setup makes it social, fun, and a little bit silly. It’s a great way to let loose, laugh, and dance off any pre-Christmas stress! This one is all about celebrating the season in a way that’s anything but ordinary!

10. Christmas Gameshow – Purple Tiger Management
Ready to test your festive knowledge and reflexes with this fully themed, Christmas Gameshow experience? Round up your group and get set to battle it out with a series of themed challenges, quizzes, and interactive rounds. It’s high-energy, total fun, and packed with endless laughs. Whether you’re getting stuck in with friends, family or work colleagues, this activity mixes friendly competition with a copious amount of Christmas spirit. Who will be crowned Christmas gameshow champs? There’s only one way to find out.

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