The month of excess is upon us and just our luck in Britain, everyone is starting to go back indoors. Preventing the spread of coronavirus is of utmost importance, with many sceptical that their festive plans will be able to go ahead as planned.
But for the optimists among us, having some fun booked in the calendar is all that's getting us through the season as known for loneliness as it is celebration. So, while it's wise to be cautious about how much socialising you do this festive season, there's no harm in keeping your fingers crossed for a party-filled Christmas and New Year should plans be deemed safe to go ahead.
With that in mind, here are some of the best New Years Eve events that - safety pending - we recommend booking before tickets sell out. And hey, if it proves to be too dangerous to socialise this Christmas? At least you know you'll have the big night in the books for next year!
The best New Years Eve events:
New Years Eve Events - Grazia
1 of 7The Warehouse Project, Manchester, £43.45
The biggest NYE event on the calendar, the Depot at Mayfield hosts WHP once again for this intense line-up. Annie Mac, Fat Boy Slim and Hannah Wants will all play with the event starting at 8pm and finishing at 4am. NYE at WHP is one not to be missed - and if you miss out on the big night? Well, never fear - WHP are also hosting a NYD event, The Riot, featuring The Blessed Madonna, Krystal Klear, Jayda G to name a few.
2 of 7Defected, Printworks, London
What is fast becoming a lauded Printworks tradition, NYE and NYD in the Press Halls will be hosted by house music's most in-demand label Defected taking over on New Year's Eve followed by the blissful Glitterbox crew serving up disco realness on New Year's Day to welcome 2022 in style.
3 of 7Cogo and Kiss New Years Eve Festival, Tobacco Dock, London
This unforgettable event features the best house, garage and bass acts spread across four breathtaking rooms spread over 16,000 sq meters. Taking over London's Tobacco Docks, each arena will provide a memorable midnight moment leaving this party being a must do for anyone looking for something special.
4 of 7LWE presents Love Unlimited, O2 Brixton Academy, London
With its art deco features, the behemoth space of O2 Academy Brixton allows for production opportunities that would not be feasible at most other London nightspots. Love Unlimited not only takes inspiration from Stateside trailblazers like Chicago's Warehouse and Music Box, and New York's The Loft and Paradise Garage, but also the UK's DIY Acid House movement. It's going to be something special.
5 of 7Coppa Club Igloo's, Tower Bridge, London
The Coppa Club igloos make for the perfect date spot for a romantic NYE, but be warned - they book up fast. If you're lucky, you get hold of one of their limited walk-in spots but we'd advise booking ahead if you want to enjoy a cute Christmas dinner in this adorable location. Enjoy their Chritmas menu or celebrate NYE overlooking London, the choice for the cutest date of all time is yours.
6 of 7Ballie Ballerson, Soho or Shoreditch, London
Not only would this make the perfect Instagram photoshoot location, but Ballie Ballerson is also one of the funnest nights out you can have in London. Head down to their Glitter Ball for NYE or try out their bottomless brunch, either way you need a ball pit sesh this festive season
7 of 7Church at 54, Liverpool
The best club in Liverpool is hosting their own version of midnight mass is led by DJ WEISS who will see in the New Year. Tickets will sell out fast!