Christmas Sharer Parties - Saturday 12th December

MERKUR Casino Milton Keynes is hosting one of its Christmas Sharer Parties on Saturday 12 December, and it's built for groups rather than individuals. The night runs from 7pm through to 3am, so it's a long one that carries you from dinner right through to the early hours.

The evening starts with a three-course dinner provided by the caterers The Brothers Supper. From 9pm, a four-piece band takes over for live music, and a DJ keeps things going until 3am. Every dinner guest also gets a £5 casino chip to use around the floor.

Because it's a sharer party, the booking rules are a bit different from your usual night out. Tables have to be for at least five people, and the maximum party size is 200. If you're bringing a group of more than 50, they ask that you call ahead to discuss the options. It's a setup that works best when you've already got a crowd together.

As for the venue, MERKUR Casino sits in the heart of Milton Keynes at Xscape, and it doubles as a gaming destination. Along with the party, there are classic table games like roulette, blackjack and 3-card poker, alongside the latest slot machine titles. Tickets start from £65.71, and the whole thing runs from 7pm to 3am on Saturday 12 December.