10+ places to book your Christmas corporate events
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It’s time to start planning for the most magical time of year – Christmas is only 58 days away.
And if you’re the poor person who has been left with organising the work Christmas party this year, we have some bad news: time is ticking to make your bookings. But if you’re not sure where to book (or how to even begin looking) finding the perfect place to satisfy all appetites – even the office Negative Nelly – can feel rather…overwhelming…especially as we begin to barrel head-first into the festive season.
So, here’s a list of 10+ places to book a memorable (but stress-free) end-of-year soiree. Get clicking!
QT Underground (City)
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Hidden underneath QT Canberra, this clandestine space is perfect if you’re looking for a place for a lively celebration with no frills or pretensions (think: grunge aesthetic interiors complete with graffiti). And with a festive menu that can include all the Capitol classics – hello, roasted lamb shoulder and Christmas Pudding Bombe – you won’t even need to bring your own crackers, confetti, or champagne towers (okay maybe there are some frills).
1 London Circuit, City | More information here.
Highball (City)
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Forget about your endless to-do list and unwind with a tropical cocktail in hand at Highball. Promising to bring good vibes all night long, the team at Highball offers everything from private cocktail classes to guided spirit tastings (or your basic eating and drinking event). All we can say is you’ll probably already be feeling like a Zombie so why not have one served to you in a tall glass with ice?
77 London Circuit, City | More information here.
Monster Kitchen and Bar (City)
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Want to host a one-of-a-kind event? With gorgeous interiors and amazing food, Monster Kitchen and Bar has it all – including a very dietary-friendly menu! And while they might not serve meat, we promise that your carnivore colleges won’t be complaining when they bite into dishes like zaatar roasted cauliflower with macadamia hummus, Aleppo chili, raisin emulsion and pine nut agro dulce.
25 Edinburgh Avenue, City | More information here.
Midnight Bar (Braddon)
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Located right in the heart of Canberra, this cosy and modern venue is perfect for parties both big and small. Providing a vibrant backdrop for the night (who can go past an alfresco lounge in summer?), Midnight Bar can suit any vision and budget. Golden hour cocktails anyone?
Midnight Hotel, Ground Floor, 1 Elouera Street, Braddon | More information here.
Braddon Merchant (Braddon)
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Connected to the Midnight precinct, this venue is great if your workplace wants a more sophisticated soiree. And with classic canapés starting at just $25 per person (and drink packages starting at $35 per person for two hours), you can expect to impress your guests with the perfect mix of seasonal produce and exceptional wine. Merry Christmas indeed.
1 Elouera Street, Braddon | More information here.
Leyla Bar (Barton)
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Do sweeping skyline views sound the perfect solution for your end-of-year function? Starting from $70 per person, at Barton’s Leyla Bar your workmates will not only be able to take full advantage of the private (and stunning) area but enjoy a custom food and beverage package as well. Did we mention that DOMA Culinary Director Ben Willis has taken over the kitchen?
Level 7, 1 Burbury Close, Barton | More information here.
Hotel Kurrajong (Barton)
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With five sophisticated settings for end of year celebrations, Hotel Kurrajong has something for every kind of occasion. Choose from the Kurrajong Courtyard for a Christmas BBQ celebration, the casual setting of Chifley’s Bar & Grill, and much more. The team promises beautiful, handcrafted menus, perfectly matched beverages and unforgettable service.
Hotel Kurrajong, 8 National Circuit, Barton | More information here.
Snapper and Co (Yarralumla)
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With a hot summer predicted, why not live it up lakeside for a lazy November or December afternoon? Choose from The Deck or the Courtyard space – both of which are perfect for canapes or a relaxed dining experience – and enjoy some chilled-out vibes and cocktails. They can even host your workplace for breakfast!
Mariner Place, Yarralumla | More information here.
The Alby (Woden)
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Antipasto platters, wings, calamari, sausage rolls, and a Christmas mimosa cocktail on arrival – The Alby is the place to be if you want to impress your colleagues with a chill celebration. And with the opportunity to hire the bowling lanes, watching the CEO and Comms Officer battle it out will make the day so much better.
45 Furzer Street, Phillip | thealby.com.au
No.10 Restaurant + Bar (Woden and Belconnen)
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With two locations to choose from, the festive group menus (for guests of eight or more) start at just $39 per person. Think crispy pork belly with pickled carrot, onion, beetroot, and apple fritters, fresh berry pavlova, and even classic sticky date pudding. Yum.
10 Bowes Street, Woden, and 3 Grazier Lane, Belconnen | More information here.
Pinot & Picasso (Belconnen)
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Get arty while you party this Christmas season! From Santa-inspired creations to DIY baubles, a two-hour session here is possibly the most wholesome way to bond with your workmates. The best part? All the stress of organising catering will be done by the team and you won’t even need to clean up. Talk about holiday cheer…
Shop 6/54 Benjamin Way, Belconnen | More information here.
