Christmas Party Playlist (100+ Festive Hits)

Christmas parties demand a mix of classic favourites, modern hits, and festive anthems that get everyone in the holiday spirit. This playlist blends timeless Christmas tracks with upbeat pop songs for a perfect party vibe across the UK.

What is a Christmas Party Playlist?

A Christmas Party playlist is a curated collection of holiday-themed songs, designed to entertain guests, create a festive atmosphere, and maintain energy throughout parties and gatherings.

What Makes a Great Christmas Party Playlist

Key elements:

• Mix of classic Christmas carols and modern festive hits
• Upbeat tracks for dancing and singalongs
• Flow progression: warm-up, peak energy, and closing
• Variety across pop, rock, and festive genres

The Full Christmas Party Playlist

Chill & Warm-Up Tracks (30)

• Mariah Carey – All I Want For Christmas Is You
• Wham! – Last Christmas
• Bing Crosby – White Christmas
• Nat King Cole – The Christmas Song
• Michael Bublé – It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas
• Frank Sinatra – Let It Snow
• Brenda Lee – Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree
• Andy Williams – Happy Holiday
• Dean Martin – Baby, It’s Cold Outside
• Ella Fitzgerald – Frosty The Snowman
• Jackson 5 – Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
• John Lennon & Yoko Ono – Happy Xmas (War Is Over)
• Band Aid – Do They Know It’s Christmas
• Shakin’ Stevens – Merry Christmas Everyone
• Chris Rea – Driving Home For Christmas
• Slade – Merry Xmas Everybody
• Paul McCartney – Wonderful Christmastime
• Jona Lewie – Stop The Cavalry
• Stevie Wonder – Someday At Christmas
• Kelly Clarkson – Underneath The Tree
• Ariana Grande – Santa Tell Me
• Pentatonix – Carol Of The Bells
• Josh Groban – Believe
• Sia – Snowman
• Sam Smith – Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
• Justin Bieber – Mistletoe
• Taylor Swift – Christmas Tree Farm
• Leona Lewis – One More Sleep
• Pentatonix – Little Drummer Boy
• Gwen Stefani – You Make It Feel Like Christmas

Upbeat & Party Tracks (40)

• Mariah Carey – All I Want For Christmas Is You (Remix)
• Wham! – Last Christmas (Club Remix)
• Earth, Wind & Fire – December
• Band Aid 20 – Do They Know It’s Christmas
• Chris Rea – Driving Home For Christmas
• Shakin’ Stevens – Merry Christmas Everyone
• Michael Bublé – Holly Jolly Christmas
• Justin Timberlake – Can’t Stop The Feeling (Christmas Party Mix)
• Kelly Clarkson – Underneath The Tree (Upbeat Remix)
• Ariana Grande – Santa Tell Me (Dance Remix)
• Pentatonix – Hallelujah
• Sia – Snowman (Remix)
• John Legend – Bring Me Love
• Leona Lewis – One More Sleep (Remix)
• Josh Groban – Believe (Dance Version)
• Gwen Stefani – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (Remix)
• Elton John – Step Into Christmas
• The Pogues – Fairytale Of New York
• Kylie Minogue – Santa Baby
• Paul McCartney – Wonderful Christmastime (Club Mix)
• Jackson 5 – I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus
• Stevie Wonder – What Christmas Means To Me
• Nat King Cole – The Christmas Song (Upbeat Remix)
• Frank Sinatra – Jingle Bells
• Ella Fitzgerald – Sleigh Ride
• Bing Crosby – Christmas In Killarney
• Band Aid – Feed The World
• Wham! – Club Remix of Last Christmas
• Mariah Carey – Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)
• Chris Rea – Driving Home For Christmas (Dance Remix)
• Shakin’ Stevens – Merry Xmas Everyone (Remix)
• Ariana Grande – Santa Tell Me (Party Mix)
• Pentatonix – Mary, Did You Know?
• Sia – Candy Cane Lane
• Kelly Clarkson – Christmas Eve
• Leona Lewis – One More Sleep (Remix 2)
• Josh Groban – O Holy Night (Upbeat Mix)
• Gwen Stefani – Christmas Wrapping
• Michael Bublé – Cold December Night

Singalong & Crowd-Pleasers (30+)

• Mariah Carey – All I Want For Christmas Is You
• Wham! – Last Christmas
• Bing Crosby – White Christmas
• Slade – Merry Xmas Everybody
• Band Aid – Do They Know It’s Christmas
• Chris Rea – Driving Home For Christmas
• Michael Bublé – It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas
• Jackson 5 – Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
• Brenda Lee – Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree
• Paul McCartney – Wonderful Christmastime
• John Lennon & Yoko Ono – Happy Xmas (War Is Over)
• Kelly Clarkson – Underneath The Tree
• Ariana Grande – Santa Tell Me
• Pentatonix – Carol Of The Bells
• Josh Groban – Believe
• Sia – Snowman
• Taylor Swift – Christmas Tree Farm
• Leona Lewis – One More Sleep
• Gwen Stefani – You Make It Feel Like Christmas
• Elton John – Step Into Christmas
• The Pogues – Fairytale Of New York
• Kylie Minogue – Santa Baby
• Stevie Wonder – Someday At Christmas
• Nat King Cole – The Christmas Song
• Frank Sinatra – Let It Snow
• Dean Martin – Baby, It’s Cold Outside
• Band Aid 20 – Do They Know It’s Christmas (Live Version)
• Shakin’ Stevens – Merry Christmas Everyone
• Chris Rea – Driving Home For Christmas (Classic Version)
• Mariah Carey – Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)

Playlist Structure Overview

How Long Should a Christmas Party Playlist Be?

A complete Christmas Party playlist should include 100–150 songs, providing 4–6 hours of continuous festive music.

Where This Playlist Works Best

Ideal for:

• Office Christmas parties
• Family gatherings and dinner parties
• UK venues in London, Manchester, Birmingham, and beyond
• Outdoor festive markets and holiday events

When to Use This Playlist

• Christmas celebrations and parties
• Work holiday events
• Family gatherings and festive dinners
• Social events during the holiday season

Listen to the Full Playlist

You can listen to the full playlist here:

Curator Insight

Christmas playlists perform best with variety and nostalgia:

• Start with mellow classics for arrival and dining
• Introduce upbeat pop and dance remixes mid-party
• Peak with singalong anthems for maximum crowd participation
• Mixing timeless classics with modern hits keeps all ages engaged

Frequently Asked Questions

What songs should be on a Christmas Party playlist?
A mix of classic carols, modern pop hits, and festive anthems.

How many songs should a Christmas Party playlist include?
100–150 songs for full-event coverage.

What defines a Christmas Party playlist?
A curated collection of festive songs designed to create a fun, energetic, and celebratory atmosphere.

Related Playlists

• Holiday Party Playlist (NYE)
• Pop Playlist
• Dance Playlist
• Festival Playlist