New Year’s Eve Gala

Welcome 2027 in Unforgettable Style

Celebrate the arrival of 2027 with an extraordinary black-tie New Year’s Eve Gala at Hythe Imperial Hotel.

Step into the grandeur of our iconic Imperial Ballroom for a spectacular evening of luxury dining, live entertainment and elegant celebration on the Kent coast. Surrounded by sparkling décor, candlelit tables and a vibrant festive atmosphere, this is New Year’s Eve at its most glamorous.

Whether celebrating with friends, family or a loved one, prepare for an unforgettable night filled with indulgence, sophistication and midnight magic.

Thursday 31st December 2026

£155 per person

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A Spectacular Black-Tie Celebration

From the moment you arrive, you’ll be immersed in an atmosphere of elegance and celebration.

Enjoy a luxurious evening featuring:

A stunning four-course gala dinner
Live entertainment throughout the evening
Close-up magic and interactive performers
Dancing into the early hours
Midnight celebrations and festive atmosphere

Our resident DJ and entertainers will ensure the celebrations continue long after the countdown to midnight.

Luxury Dining & Entertainment

Indulge in a carefully curated New Year’s Eve menu created by our talented chefs using premium seasonal ingredients and elegant presentation.

Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are available across selected dishes.

Please note menus are subject to change without prior notice.

Starters

Smoked haddock Cullen Skink, roasted sweetcorn
(GF | EF | NF | VG option available)

Smooth duck liver parfait, brandy poached pear, sourdough
(NF | Can be GF)

Warm smoked salmon, beetroot and mandarin compote, chicory, and mustard cress
(GF | EF | NF)

Intermediate

Pink Gin granita
(V | VG | GF | DF | EF | NF)

Mains

Fillet steak Rossini (served medium rare), spinach, sauteed wild mushrooms, beef dripping fries, Madeira jus
(NF | Can be GF, DF, EF)

Pan-fried wild seabass fillet, samphire, spinach, potato cake, crab velouté
(GF | EF | NF | Can be DF)

Roasted pumpkin risotto, sauteed wild mushrooms, crispy herbs
(V | VG | GF | DF | EF | NF)

Desserts

Dark chocolate, pistachio and nougat semi-freddo
(V | GF)

Pavlova, with lemon curd and black cherry, soft fruits
(V | GF | NF)

Make a Night of It, Stay Overnight

Why not extend the celebrations with an overnight stay at Hythe Imperial Hotel?

Wake up on New Year’s Day by the coast and continue the celebrations with our traditional New Year’s Day Carvery.

Accommodation packages are available and early booking is strongly recommended.

Party tickets, bed & breakfastfor 2 adults & 2 children: £545.00

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Celebrate in the Grand Imperial Ballroom

The magnificent Imperial Ballroom provides the perfect backdrop for an elegant New Year celebration.

With sparkling chandeliers, festive décor, live entertainment and beautifully dressed tables, every detail has been designed to create a truly luxurious atmosphere for welcoming the New Year.

Enquire About This Event

Planning your festive celebration at Hythe Imperial Hotel? Complete the enquiry form below and a member of our festive events team will be in touch shortly to discuss availability, pricing and booking options.