Party with the best!
BIRMINGHAM'S LEADING CHRISTMAS PARTY VENUE
Incredible entertainment, delicious food, immersive theming and an electric atmosphere. Join us this Christmas for the night of your lives and experience ‘Party on the Piste’; our unforgettable Christmas party nights at The NEC.
With different styles of party nights running throughout December, and ticket prices to suit different budgets, there’s something for everyone.
An immersive Alpine world awaits...
PARTY ON THE PISTE - BRAND NEW FOR 2025
Each year we transform the NEC’s 15,000m2 flagship event space into a truly immersive world that hosts our incredible Christmas parties. For 2025 we introduce a new theme, ‘Party on the Piste’; as well as brand new cirque-style aerial entertainment. It’s time to step inside a magical world… FEATURING… • INCREDIBLE 12-METRE HIGH CLOUD SWING • PYROTECHNIC ZIP-LINE ABOVE GUESTS HEADS • FLYING TRAPEZE • AERIAL SILKS AND HAIR-HANGERS • PROFESSIONAL DANCE TROOP Read More As you approach the glistening iconic venue, a warm inviting glow offers a teasing glimpse of what lies within. The vista is mind-blowing – with the party scene nestled between shimmering mountains and snowy Christmas trees. Cosy log cabin bars serve traditional beers, spirits and crisp wines to guests indulging in the après ski scene… Sparkling dancing beams of light whirl overhead, catching the party scene in full flow. Professional mixologists mix and mingle iconic drinks at the cocktail bar as delicious canapé are offered around the room. As you take your seat for a tasty festive dinner, the focus moves to the main stage. World-class Cirque entertainers perform the impossible with daring poise and grace to a backdrop of flames and mesmerising lighting. As the last spoonful of dessert is devoured, the lights cut to an explosion of light and sound as the entertainment gathers pace for a spectacular finale! After dinner, fairground rides whirl into action, the fun casino opens its tables and fairground stalls come to life. The 360 camera spins into action capturing memories for groups of friends. Whilst some guests enjoy fresh coffee, chocolates and a midnight breakfast roll under the twinkling lights, the dancefloor beckons for those whose night is still young!
What's included
AN UNFORGETTABLE EVENING UNDER ONE ROOF
THE VENUE
Birmingham’s flagship events venue
Centrally Located
Full disabled access
Professional event security
Free cloakroom
Free parking
Taxi rank
ENTERTAINMENT
Brand new world-class aerial Cirque show for 2025
Spectacular ’Party on the Piste’ immersive venue theming
Indoor fairground rides including Dodgems, Waltzer, Extreme & Miami*
After dinner disco & professional DJ
Fun casino, Fairground stalls, 360 camera experience*
DINING
Delicious canapé reception
3-course seated dinner
Fresh coffee & chocolate truffles
Midnight breakfast
New York ice cream carts
BARS
Only premium brands
Beautifully themed main bars
Professional cocktail bar
Fevertree bar
Guinness bar
Shots & Shooters bar
Moet & Chandon champagne bar
Table service for wine orders during your meal
*These items are optional – there will be a small charge on the evening
**After dinner entertainment – all profits are donated to our chosen charity, The Bodie Hodges Foundation
“I’m always very impressed with the organisation and running of this event, also the high standard of the food for such a large amount of people – I’ll be back in December!”
"WOW! An amazing night… I book our xmas party every year and found on the night everything exceeded mine and my colleagues expectations. Thank you!”
“Couldn’t have asked for more… Guests who came with us were asking for details for their parties next year”
“What an incredible evening! Amazing venue, attention to detail was fabulous and the food was delicious. Good news spreads fast and we are doubling our numbers for next year”
“Just a quick note to say a huge thanks for another great Christmas Party – our staff loved it! They seem to get better each year!”
“This was our third year at the venue and we had a fabulous time.”
"I cannot fault the staff at the event, they did everything they could to ensure we had a hassle free evening. A big thanks to everyone for a great event!!”
“This was the most we have ever spent on a Christmas party and was by a long way the best money we have ever spent. It was worth every penny and the feedback without exception was fantastic- from the youngsters to the more mature, our team had an absolute ball! Thank you to all!”
“Loved the whole experience. What sets it apart is the pre-dinner treats- entertainment, varied choice of bars in a small locality, good quality canapés. Also the midnight buffet- more indulgence! Love the themes- creates the excitement and ambience.”
Party itinerary
A SPECTACULAR EVENING AWAITS...
2025 dates & prices
DATES AND PACKAGES TO SUIT ALL BUDGETS
Exclusive hire
CHRISTMAS PARTY WORLD, THE NEC, BIRMINGHAM
As well as offering mixed parties for groups of 8 and upwards, the entire venue is available to hire on certain dates on an exclusive basis for larger private events. For 6 weeks toward the end of November and through December, the event space features a pre-installed specification of lighting, sound, staging, catering set-up and bars. This enables us to pass on significant cost savings to our exclusive hire clients when compared to kitting out a venue from scratch. Hiring the space exclusively gives you complete control over your event and the ability to make bespoke changes to your party night. Read More THE NEC – BIRMINGHAM’S MOST HIGH-PROFILE EVENTS VENUE 15,000m2 of bespoke event space built within Hall 1 each December Flexible capacity of up to 2300 guests seated or 4500 standing. High specification of pre-installed equipment Total flexibility to make your event unique TRAVEL & HOTELS Superb travel network at the heart of the UK’s motorway, train, and airport network. Extensive selection of hotels on site. Taxi rank on site. NEC bespoke bus service if required. Unlimited free parking.