New Year’s Eve 2017 party guide: How to book tickets for the best nights in London

Seriously, where did 2017 go? It seems like only five minutes ago we were waking up bleary eyed on January 1. But now the time is approaching to do it all again.

That means you need to start thinking about your New Year’s Eve plans just about now, especially since the best events have a tendency to book up fast.

Plan your night by checking out the best New Year’s Eve parties happening in London below:

ElectronicSessions New Year’s Eve Fireworks Boat Party

Temple Pier, London, WC2R 2PN. Tickets can be bought here

It just wouldn’t be New Year’s without fireworks. Instead of just watching them on the telly this year, head out and see them in person courtesy of this great event from ElectronicSessions. Take a trip down the Thames and see the fireworks from a unique perspective on the Golden Flame party boat, as on-board DJs play throwback club classics all night long.

NYE Overlooking the Thames at Bush House

30 Aldwych, London, WC2R 4BG Tickets can be bought here

If your sea legs aren’t up to much and you don’t fancy heading out on a boat to see the fireworks, Bush House’s Overlooking the Thames event is a chance to take in the views in a civilised, land-based manner. Don't expect a rave; this classy event lets you enjoy the atmosphere at your own speed with a few glasses of champers along the way.

The Prohibition Party New Year's Eve Special

Secret London location. Tickets can be bought here

Channel all the glamour of the roaring 20s at this Prohibition-themed being held at a secret London location. Backed by a jazz soundtrack, you'll be able to enjoy a Great Gatsby themed night of drinking, gambling and quite possibly debauchery. Book your tickets now, old sport.

New Year's Eve Masked Ball: Soho

61 - 63 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 6LQ. Tickets can be bought here

Soho is always a great place to see the New Year in with style, and the Masked Ball at the Century Club looks like one of the most intriguing parties being thrown there in 2017. So, grab yourself a mask, head on over and see in 2018 with cabaret and cocktails.

NYE - the Party at the End of the Universe

Leake Street, London, SE1 7NN. Tickets can be bought here

Fancy a New Year’s Eve party that’s out of this world? The Vaults in Waterloo is offering revellers the chance to travel to outer space with its Party at The End of the Universe event. Set amongst mind-boggling space scenes and Martian landscapes, this promises to be a trippy party for London’s most adventurous clubbers this New Year.

The Blitz Party New Year's Eve Special

54 Holywell Lane, London, EC2A 2PQ​. Tickets can be bought here

One of best clubs in East London, Village Underground is putting on one of the most interesting events you’re likely to find in the capital this year. The Shoreditch venue is throwing a Blitz party, complete with an authentic air-raid shelter setting and a live band playing classic hits from the 40s. If you like your New Year’s Eve parties a little unconventional, it could be the one for you.

NYE at the View from the Shard

Floor 72 Joiner Street, London, SE1 9QU. Tickets can be bought here

For a New Year’s Eve with a touch of glamour, consider this top-end event at the Shard. Enjoy a cocktail, take in unrivalled views of the Thames from on high, and enjoy a soundtrack from internationally-renowned DJ Santero.

Supa Dupa Fly x Back To The Old School x NYE

94 Middlesex Street, London, E1 7EZ. Tickets can be bought here

While most of us are looking forward to the New Year, Supa Dupa Fly is all about looking back to the 90s and 00s. Liverpool Street venue WM will host the club night, set to feature uninterrupted old school RnB and hip-hop.

New Year at the Pink Mansion

Secret location in NW London. Tickets can be bought here

Things are going to get a little racy at the Pink Mansion party this year. Taking place at a secret location in North West London, organisers promise a night of drinking and debauchery in a grand venue, with guests getting up to all kinds of mischief. There are also prizes for best costume, and a pink theme.

NYE v Chic Party

Voltaire Cocktails & Champagne Bar 19 New Bridge Street, London, EC4V 6DB. Tickets can be bought here

If you fancy doing something a little more civilized to see in 2018, wine bar Voltaire in Blackfriars is offering a night of great cocktails and a good food. It’s conveniently placed by the bridge to see the fireworks at midnigh, too.