If you like the idea of a Christmas party where people actually make an effort to dress up properly, Gatsby’s Grand Soirée delivers exactly that. Set within the stylish Leonardo Royal Tower Bridge, this shared Christmas party leans fully into the glamour and excess of the roaring twenties, with flapper dancers, live music, casino tables and all-inclusive drinks creating a night that feels more immersive than the usual hotel party format.

From the moment guests arrive, the theme is already in full swing. A VIP-style red carpet entrance sets the tone before flapper girls greet guests with a glass of fizz and direct them into a lively speakeasy-inspired reception. Feathers, sequins and black tie outfits quickly become part of the atmosphere rather than fancy dress, and the room naturally builds energy as groups settle in with drinks before dinner.

The main event unfolds around a three-course dinner with all-inclusive drinks, making this one of the more relaxed and sociable shared Christmas parties in London for corporate groups. Throughout the meal, live singers perform modern classics reimagined in a 1920s jazz style, while Charleston dancers and Gatsby performers move through the room between courses, keeping the entertainment flowing without interrupting the evening.

As dinner comes to a close, the format shifts naturally into a full party atmosphere. The live band takes over, the dancefloor fills quickly and guests can move between the entertainment spaces throughout the night. Some head straight for the casino tables, others queue for glitter and face gems at the glitter bar, while the more committed dancers stay front and centre until the DJ takes over later in the evening.

Set in the heart of London near Tower Hill and Tower Gateway stations, the location works particularly well for companies travelling in from across the city or further into the South East. The fact the event takes place within a four-star hotel also makes things far easier for organisers, especially for groups wanting overnight accommodation without needing additional transport logistics at the end of the night.

For companies looking for a London shared Christmas party that feels stylish, energetic and genuinely atmospheric without becoming overly formal, Gatsby’s Grand Soirée strikes a good balance. It’s immersive enough to feel like a proper event, but still relaxed enough for teams simply wanting a big night out together before Christmas.