Are you tired of the same old boring corporate events? Have you attended one too many “networking mixers” where you end up standing in a corner, sipping on a lukewarm drink and making small talk with strangers? Fear not, because we’ve got you covered with some exciting and fun corporate party ideas that will break the monotony and add some much-needed excitement to your next event. From team building activities to cooking competitions, we’ve rounded up some creative and engaging party ideas and corporate venues that will have your colleagues talking for weeks to come. So sit back, relax, and get ready to plan an office party that will be the talk of the office!
1. Host a Beer Tasting
Why not grab the whole office and head to Brew by Numbers Greenwich? Their Morden Wharf site in Greenwich is located in a warehouse with picturesque views across the Thames. Taste their selection of beers, enjoy wood fired pizza, and have a great time with your team.
Capacity: 350 guests
Price: From £50 per guest
Closest station: North Greenwich
2. Race Your Co-Workers
If you’re looking for an exhilarating team-building experience, Capital Karts is an excellent corporate party idea. Challenge your co-workers to an epic go-karting race in the heart of Canary Wharf. They offer food and drink packages, rounding off a truly unique time.
Capacity: 200 guests
Price: From £36 per guest
Closest station: Canary Wharf
3. Soak Up the Sun
If you’re looking for corporate party ideas, why not have a roof top summer party? Bubba Oasis can offer a fully personalised experience when you exclusively hire out any of their spaces. You can add on branded cocktail cups, bespoke cocktail menus, a bespoke bar, playlists, and entertainment, and your company’s logos and images projected on the walls.
Capacity: 70-100 guests
Price: From £2000 min spend
Closest station: Angel
4. Get Nostalgic
Sometimes the best parties are filled with nostalgia, which is why you should think about booking Pizza Pilgrims West India Quay for your next corporate party. They have a super fun entertainment area with a giant foosball table, Nintendo gaming, vintage pinball machines, old school board games and more! They also offer pizza making masterclasses and have a terrace.
Capacity: 100 guests
Price: From £1500 min spend
Closest station: Canary Wharf / West India Quay
5. Dip Your Toes in the Sand
Transport yourself from London to the Caribbean at Limin Beach Club. This vibrant restaurant, bar, and events space is a unique spot if you’re looking for corporate party ideas. Sink your toes into the sand and sip on some tasting rum punch while enjoying tasty Caribbean food.
Capacity: 100-200 guests
Price: From £3300 min spend
Closest station: Waterloo
6. Win Some Prizes
Hijingo is an excellent choice for a corporate party because it can accommodate both small and large scale events. They can transform their venue into a conference space or you can enjoy their immersive game that will keep your team on the edge of their seats!
Capacity: 200-250 guests
Price: From £66 per guest
Closest station: Liverpool St
7. Cook Up Some Competition
A really cool and engaging corporate party idea is to sign up for a cooking class. And then, make it a bit of a competition – have management blind taste test different group’s dishes! The team with the tastiest dish wins a prize! And if you’re looking for somewhere to host something like this, Enrica Rocco Cookery School is a perfect choice. They can accommodate groups from 8 to 24 people so it’s a great option for smaller teams.
Capacity: 8-24 guests
Price: From £500 per day
Closest station: Ladbroke Grove
8. Be a Kid Again
With 9 mega immersive experiences, 3 bars, and 7 food options under one roof, Gravity Wandsworth is a great idea for a corporate party. They have e-karting, immersive bowling, AR digital darts, shuffleboard, crazy golf, Immersive Gamebox and more! It’s the perfect location to be a kid again and have some fun with the whole team.
Capacity: 16 – 1000 guests
Price: From £70 per hour or £640 per day
Closest station: Wandsworth Town
9. Dine in Style
Sometimes the best corporate party ideas are the grand ones. And what’s grander than a dinner and drinks reception at the top of the Tate Modern? With incredible views over London, this space, which includes an external terrace is an excellent choice for dinners, receptions, and everything in between.
Capacity: 60-150 guests
Price: From £12000 per day
Closest station: London Bridge, Black Friars, Waterloo
10. Indulge in Street Food
If you’re a team full of foodies, why not hire out a space in Market Halls? Along with an option for exclusive hire, there’s also a smaller private event room. Each option grants you access to next-level street food so you can indulge in super tasty choices.
Capacity: Up to 700 guests
Price: From £5000 min spend
Closest station: Oxford Circus