Two Great Christmas Themed Parties for 2025

By Carrie Larwood, September 2, 2025

Here’s an in-depth look at Awesome’s two headline Christmas party themes for 2025: Cirque de Vintage and Glitterball, hosted under the iconic Bloomsbury Big Top and the Fountain Rom in London.

🎪 Cirque de Vintage

Theme & Vibe
A glamorous throwback to the golden age of the circus—imagine vintage tents, twinkling cabaret lighting, and charismatic performers. Guests arrive to a sparkling reception under a sky of festoon lights and are dazzled by aerialists, jugglers, and specialty stage acts

Venue & Capacity
Set beneath the majestic Bloomsbury Big Top at 93 Guilford Street, WC1N. It seats up to 700 or accommodates up to 1,500 standing guests, adaptable for both shared and private events

What’s Included

Sparkling reception with prosecco
Three-course seated dinner
Aerial performers and captivating stage entertainment
Photo booth and fun casino
Disco/DJ and ambient lighting
Full event management, staffing, security, and cloakroom

Drinks & Pricing
Unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks (and prosecco if upgraded); spirit tokens are available. Shared party tickets start at ~£75 + VAT per person

Best For
Groups (8–700+) wanting a spectacular, immersive experience with vintage glamour, aerial artistry, and a lively after-dinner party.

✨ Glitterball

Theme & Vibe
Think high-energy disco meets immersive theatrical production. Glitter curtain backdrops, stilt walkers, hoop artists, walkabout magicians, and showgirl dancers create a dazzling, nightclub-style festive experience

Venue & Capacity
Hosted within The Fountain Room in Coram’s Fields. Flexible for both private tables and shared events, catering to intimate groups or larger gatherings up to 1,500 (standing)

What’s Included

Sparkling reception
Three-course dinner
Stilt walking, hoop performance, walkaround magic, glitterball dancers
Fun casino, photo booth
DJ-led disco with full-party lighting
Cloakroom, staffing, production & event management

Drinks & Pricing
Similar drinks packages: unlimited beers, wines, prosecco/soft drinks, plus spirit tokens. Shared events from ~£75 + VAT .

Best For
Anyone looking for a high-glam event—big on sparkle, interactive entertainment, and a carnival-like party vibe.

✅ Comparison Overview

Feature	Cirque de Vintage	Glitterball
Theme	Vintage circus, aerial artistry	Disco-inspired, theatrical performance
Ambience	Sophisticated, nostalgic glamour	Energetic, glittering, nightclub-style
Entertainment	Aerialists, acrobats, stage acts	Stilt walkers, hoop artistry, magicians, dancers
Ideal For	Elegant long-table dinners, immersive UX	Dance-focused, high-energy social events
Price (Shared)	From £75 + VAT	From £75 + VAT

🎟 Booking & Planning Tips

Venue proximity: Central location just 5 minutes from Russell Square station—easy for guests to reach
Flexibility: Both formats are available as shared evenings (public-style, split across companies) or exclusive hires for your group alone.
Entertainment levels: Vintage circus leans more on spectacle; Glitterball offers non-stop interactive performance and dancing.
Drinks add-ons: Fancy prosecco or spirit tokens? These are optional extras—worth adding for a fancier feel.
Book early: Dates in December 2025 fill fast, especially weekends—early booking advisable.

🎉 Final Word

Both events deliver a “wow-factor” Christmas celebration, but the choice depends on your desired mood:

Pick Cirque de Vintage for elegant, cinematic vintage charm with cabaret-style performances.
Opt for Glitterball if you’re after high-voltage disco energy and interactive flair.