New Year's Eve at Somerset House
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at Somerset House, London’s most iconic winter setting. Glide across the ice, soak up the sounds of live DJ sets from London’s finest, and raise a glass as midnight strikes with exclusive views of the Mayor’s Fireworks from our River Terrace.
| Dates | Wed 31 Dec 2025 |
| Times | 7.30pm–Late |
| Space | Site-wide |
| Price | Tickets from £60 + one-off booking fee of £2.95 per order |
As you celebrate, explore seasonal food and drink experiences across the courtyard and South Wing – from sit-down dining to grab-and-go treats.
Make it a night to remember with special New Year’s Eve menus at our resident restaurants
Aram
This New Year’s Eve, join celebrated chef Imad Alarnab for an evening of Syrian-inspired dining in the intimate surrounds of Somerset House.
The specially curated set menu reflects Imad’s signature style, vibrant, generous dishes made for sharing, inspired by the spirit of his famed Imad’s Syrian Kitchen. Expect bold flavours, bright spices, and the warmth of Middle Eastern hospitality brought to life through refined, contemporary plates.
Guests will be welcomed with a glass of Prosecco before enjoying a relaxed, elegant celebration of food and connection. As the clock nears midnight, raise a toast to the year ahead in one of London’s most atmospheric settings.
Dinner package is priced at £100 (excl. general admission), early booking is advised.
Click here to view the menu.
Dinner starts at 7.30pm and finishes at 10.30.
Café Petiole
Welcome the new year with a six-course dinner at Café Petiole - a joyful celebration of winter’s best ingredients, cooked with care and creative flair.
Designed for sharing, the menu brings together vibrant seasonal flavours, layered textures and the kind of thoughtful, modern cooking we love - it just happens to be plant-first. Finish on a sweet note with desserts and a glass raised to the year ahead.
Dinner packages are £59pp (ex general admission) and early booking is advised.
Sitting timings between 7.30 - 9.45pm.
After booking your tickets please contact Café Petiole to confirm sitting time: team@cafepetiole.co.uk
The Chalet by Jimmy Garcia
Countdown to the new year in alpine style at The Chalet by Jimmy Garcia, where cosy charm and seasonal dining come together in the heart of Somerset House.
Dinner packages are £150pp (ex general admission) and early booking is advised.
Dining times: 7.45pm, 8pm, 8.30pm, 9pm
Click here to view the menu.
Setlist
Ring in 2026 in style at Setlist London, the riverside bar at Somerset House offering one of the city’s most exclusive vantage points for the world-famous New Year’s Eve fireworks.
Guests can enjoy fizz and canapés on arrival, live music and DJ sets from resident and guest performers. As Big Ben strikes twelve, guests will gather on the riverside terrace to toast the New Year as fireworks light up the London skyline.
Tickets start from £250 for the canapés and unlimited drinks package. Strictly for over 18s, this promises to be one of London’s most stylish and sought-after celebrations. Early booking is strongly recommended.
Book tickets via the Setlist website
Continue the celebration with festive drinks and bites from our pop-ups and bars, including:
- VAH Clubhouse at Skate
- Aperol Van
- Blondie’s Kitchen (open until 10pm)
- Winter pop-up bars serving Champagne, cocktails, mulled wine and more.
Join the city’s most joyful countdown as Somerset House comes alive with music, light, and celebration – the perfect welcome to 2026.
Arrival & Access
Please plan your journey in advance - nearby road closures will be in place on New Year’s Eve.
Victoria Embankment and Waterloo Bridge are expected to close early to pedestrians and vehicles. Full travel and access information will be shared closer to the event.
We recommend arriving by 20.00. Once inside, re-entry is not permitted.
Public transport will operate throughout the night — visit tfl.gov.uk for up-to-date information.