Our guide to New Years Eve

Your plans for Christmas may (or may not) be set, but what about New Year’s Eve? Discover what is happening in the city. And make sure to celebrate appropriately. We toast to 2023!

City Centre - No Ticket Needed

Most Saturday nights along Call Lane are like a New Year’s Eve party anyway, so it’s business as usual. None of the venues are ticketed and they will be open late. The Watermark Bar like to keep it easy on NYE. Same vibe for North, Sela, Grindhouse and Wax on Upper Briggate. Welcome in 2023 with a shot of your preferred libation. Countdown at midnight. 

Blind Tyger and Sandinista are both open until 4am, serving two cocktails for £15 and selected tequila and bourbon for £2. There’s plenty to celebrate across both sites. Sandinista has been going now for 20 years and it’s 15 years of Rootdown with DJ Chico Malo spinning the decks in the Roost. Go shake your shimmy. 

The MOJO New Year Party is not ticketed, but they are taking table reservations for all those who want a place to park it for the night. Their NYE Table Package is £20pp and includes a choice of welcome drinks and their party platter, which consists of MOJO wings, mac & cheese balls, pork Phillie fries and quesadilla. Tables of 6 or more will also receive 2 bottles of free Prosecco! Book your table here.  

Early Doors

If you prefer more of a daytime drink then home to party at your own place, Roland’s and Tabula Rasa are doing their normal service of fine wines, beer and delightful cocktails until early evening. Tabula Rasa will be open until 8pm. An intimate live soul performance at The Domino Club, is a perfect way to start your New Years Eve. Doors open at 6.15-9pm, with entertainment from the dynamic, soulful Dija Bhue. Sounds like the perfect start to your night right? Move fast as tickets are very limited. Sales have now ended for The NYE party, but there may be some walk-in availability, please check with the door team on arrival. Tattu has a NYE lunch menu, at £75 per person, which comes in three ‘waves’ and includes modern classics such as caramel soy aged beef fillet and thai style crispy monkfish. If you prefer the evening menu, it’s £135 each which includes a half bottle of Champagne and a selection of dishes including red belly pork, Shanghai black cod and XO fried rice. The delicious Wagyu ribeye can be added for a £25 supplement. There’ll be a DJ, plus a petal drop at midnight. How about a rooftop destination for your celebrations? Angelica opens their doors for lunch from 12pm – 3pm this New Year’s Eve to kick-start the fun. Alternatively, join them from 8pm-2am for Angie’s Disco NYE 2022 – a night of disco and funky house from Angel Lee and co. Strut your stuff until 2am as a stellar line-up of DJs soundtrack the party. Tickets available.

Also just added. The Infamous Karen’s Diner is coming to Leeds for a special New Year’s Eve event, Karen’s on tour will take over Cargo in The Light. We can’t wait for that!

Booking now, be quick

Farrands Bar

18 Swinegate, LS1 4AG

Farrands are stepping into the roaring 20s for their New Year’s Eve Champagne Party. They have partnered with Moet & Chandon to bring you an exclusive event. Tickets are £45 which include a glass of champagne on arrival, canapes, one celebration cocktail plus cheese & charcuterie board. Fancy dress is encouraged (but not compulsory), so don your finery and embrace the glitz. Tickets here.

The Wardrobe

6 St Peter’s Square, LS9 8AH

The Wardrobe have a specially curated menu for the end of year celebrations, brass band and Wardrobe DJ’s to see you into 2023. Get your tickets here. Fan of comedy? They will also be hosting a very special night on 31st December with a show from Stephen Bailey, Scott Bennett, Allyson June Smith and Barry Dodds. Get your tickets here.

Chow Down Winter Village

Temple Arches, LS11 5QG

31 Dec is the final night party at Chow Down before they close for the rest of winter so you know it’s going to be a wild night. But don’t worry – they’ll be back in the spring. Tickets are £10 for NYE which includes a fizz reception and usual hijinks from our fave outdoor winter space with DJs, a huge dance floor and themed cocktails for the event. You’re spoiled for choice for food from resident kitchens Bastards Bistro, The Middle east and Savvy Baker plus weekly traders Asian Street Food Shack and Luigi Street Food. 

Malmaison

1 Swinegate, LS1 4AG

Wave off 2022 in style and welcome in 2023 with a sumptuous stopover at Malmaison. Celebrate the New Year with dinner from their seasonal a la carte menu in Chez Mal, and start the year right with a full cooked breakfast the following morning. If you’re just there for the party, they have a package that includes a glass of fizz on arrival, buffet and DJ. Drinks (house wine, draft beer, selected house spirits and mixers) are also included. 

Bibi’s Italianissimo

Sovereign Street, LS1 4AG

Dust off the cocktail dresses and bow ties for NYE as Bibi’s Italianisimo takes you to Venice for a traditional Venetian masquerade party. Get creative with your masquerade mask and dress in whatever makes you feel fabulous. For £125 per head, the evening event starts at 7.30pm with prosecco and canapes on arrival and guests will be seated at 8.30pm for the five course gala style dinner. The Mini Big Band will be there to get the party started and welcome in the new year! DJ and dancing to follow until 2am. Get your tickets for the last few tables remaining in the main restaurant. Tables in the cocktail bar are £80 and include everything mentioned above with limited/no view of the stage.

Issho

Issho, Victoria Gate, George Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7AU.

In Japan, end-of-the-year parties are called bonenkai, which translates to ’forget-the-year party’. It’s fair to say that both good and bad things have happened in 2022, but you’ve made it to the end of the year now, so it’s time to celebrate. From 5pm on New Year’s Eve at Issho, guests can dine on their Tasting Menu to see in the evening with live entertainment and music! Please contact HubertB@danddlondon.com or LuciaT@danddlondon.com to book.

The HiFi Club

The HiFi Club, 2 Central Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 6DE.

There is no better way to welcome in the New Year than with a good old laugh, so celebrate the end of 2022 at The HiFi Club with their New Year’s Eve Comedy Club Special starring Stephen Bailey, Scott Bennett, Allyson June Smith and Hayley Ellis.  Show starts at 7.30pm and finishes at 10pm allowing you plenty of time to head off and to see in the New Year elsewhere. Please note, seating is limited and it works on a first come, first served basis so get down early. Tickets £22.50 + booking fee. 

Mint Warehouse

Aquatite House, Water Lane, LS11 9UD.

If you really want to dance your way into 2023, head to Mint Warehouse for the Danny Bond Old School Fiesta. Danny has been a known figure on the Bassline house scene for a fair few years. Boasting guest spots and residencies all over the country, his unique style of bassline house , funky and 4×4 with that ‘girly’ edge has made him one of the most busiest Djs in the scene today. Tickets are £22 + booking fee. There are still a few left so get yours now. 

The Key Club

66 Merrion St, Leeds LS2 8LW

The Key Club is the self-described number-one venue for Rock and Alternative music in Leeds. They will be welcoming 2023 with a Key Club Formal so dress to impress. Room 1 will be slam dunk, fuel and garage with indie disco and guilty pleasures in Room 2. Tickets are £11.

Out of Town

Brudenell Social Club

33 Queen’s Rd, Burley, LS6 1NY

A mere £10 gets you through the door for Brudenell Social Club’s New Year’s Eve Party! Party! event. This is always a hugely popular sell-out event, so bag your tickets early for a night of party music both classic and cheesy – and sometimes both. The party will be fuelled with craft beer and crisps, while on-stage you’ll see established local bands performing incredible tribute sets. Ever wanted to see Pulled Apart by Horses performing Metallica covers while dressed as the band? Of course you have! Games, DJs – what other party do you need in your life as 2022 comes to an end? Tickets have now sold out, but you can join the waiting list. 

The Old Woollen

Sunnybank Mills, 83 – 85 Town St, Farsley, LS28 5UJ

Want to bring in 2023 with a night of dance classics? Head to The Old Woollen. They’re hosting OW! A night of feel-good house tunes to see in New Year, featuring the legendary Graeme Park and K-Klass DJs.  The fun kicks off at 7pm with Matty Walton getting you up on the dance floor before Gavin Lampitt takes over for a 90-minute set. K-Klass will bring out hits like ‘Rhythm Is a Mystery’ , rounding up with Graeme Park to take you through to 2am. Tickets cost £35.

Oulton Hall

Oulton Hall, Spa & Golf Resort, LS26 8HN

Imagine a New Year’s Eve celebration without the hassle of getting yourself home at the end. Book a stay at Oulton Hall and you can head straight to bed when you’re done partying in one of their 4 star rooms and suites. Their Gala Ball is sure to be a night to remember as guests don their suits, sparkly dresses and dancing shoes. Canapés & Champagne will greet you on arrival before a five-course gala dinner. The band and DJ will have you dancing the night away before ringing in 2023! What’s more, you’ve got the onsite spa to indulge in some pampering and relaxation the next day. Start the year as you mean to go on.