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Arena Racing Company Unveils ‘Christmas Live Lounge’ Concept as Demand Grows for Laid-back Celebrations

Arena Racing Company (ARC), the UK's largest racecourse group, has launched a Christmas Live Lounge at Newcastle Racecourse for the 2024 corporate festive party season. ARC's new shared party concept promises to revolutionise the traditional Christmas party experience. A New Era of Christmas Parties Christmas Live Lounge will provide a relaxed atmosphere and a unique party vibe, with local bands and DJs for entertainment and Christmas-themed Street food, perfect for those seeking a less formal, yet highly enjoyable evening. Set in the iconic Grandstand Hall at Newcastle Racecourse, the event will accommodate around 500 guests for one night only on 14 December with performances from three top local bands and DJs, all renowned for playing in popular local pubs and clubs. These acts will rotate throughout the night, ensuring a continuous stream of fantastic music and dancing. Unlike traditional Christmas parties, the Christmas Live Lounge features a bench-style seating arrangement and street food that guests can enjoy throughout the night with mouth-watering options including a hog roast and turkey baps, perfect for any palate. In addition to Christmas Live Lounge, ARC will be offering an innovative range of both shared and private corporate Christmas party options at its 21 venues and 16 premier racecourses across the UK. For example, Doncaster Racecourse has already announced its plans for a series of Christmas LIVE events, featuring a night at the movies with classic tunes such as Moulin Rouge’s Lady Marmalade to Mama Mia’s Dancing Queen. The venue will also be transformed into an 80’s and 90’s disco for one night only with a famous guest DJ and festive street food. Other Christmas party celebrations across ARC’s venues include thrilling race days, hospitality packages, themed party nights, high-end dinners, and team-building activities, such as wreath-making workshops. Commenting on the new Live Lounge concept, Paul Elliott, Executive Director at Newcastle Racecourse, said: "We wanted to create an event that is more intimate and less formal that focuses on having fun. While there is still demand for formal gatherings, there is a growing trend for laid-back corporate events, especially as street food continues to gain popularity. Many are looking for an alternative, something fresh and different, without the pressure of a dress code, and we believe the Christmas Live Lounge fills that gap perfectly and enhances our extensive Christmas Party Programme across our venues nationwide."

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The Best Summer Party Venues in Newcastle

Picture sun-kissed streets alive with laughter and clinking glasses, no, this is not uptown Miami, it’s summertime in Newcastle. Whether you’re planning a corporate shindig or fun celebration with friends, Newcastle’s summer party venues offer the sunshine vibe you’re looking for. From hidden gardens to chic rooftop terraces, the city has everything you need to make your event fantastic. So, let’s dive into the sun-drenched world of Newcastle’s best party spots!1. Located in Tyne and Wear, Hotel du Vin Newcastle offers excellent value garden party packages for corporate events and private parties. With a maximum capacity of 120, it’s a superb choice for intimate gatherings.2. The WonderBar Newcastle is a stylish venue with a chic ambience, live music, large screens, and interactive darts. It’s the perfect fun party venue in Newcastle and can accommodate up to 350 guests.3. Revolucion de Cuba Newcastle is a large party venue that offers the dazzling vibe of Havana’s heyday, right in the heart of Newcastle and can accommodate up to 950 guests. Soak up the sunshine on the Santiago Sun Terrace, with cocktails, delicious food and Latin-inspired décor.4. Manahatta Newcastle hosts up to 450 guests in a glamorous New York-inspired cocktail bar with an exciting party vibe. Located in the heart of Newcastle, Manahatta is a vibrant spot for summer parties of all kinds.5. Lane7 Newcastle is one of the best bars in the city, with the added attraction of bowling, darts, arcade, karaoke, and cricket batting cages—all perfect for summer party activities and fun for up to 200 guests.6. Golf Fang Newcastle offers the craziest golf across a seriously twisted 18-hole golf course, delicious street food, and delicious summer drinks. There’s everything you need to make your party unforgettable for up to 200 guests.7. Newcastle Racecourse is a larger venue with three multi-functional spaces accommodating up to 500 guests inside, 24 additional rooms, and free parking for up to 12,000 vehicles! This is a blank canvas for you to create the summer party of your dreams whether it’s inside or outside, there is plenty of space to run with your ideas.Village Hotel Newcastle offers versatile spaces for summer celebrations and can accommodate 400 guests.  With summer venues aplenty, whether you’re planning a corporate soirée or a private celebration, Newcastle has something for every occasion. For more information, visit Summer Party Venues for Hire Newcastle | Summer Parties & Events

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