The Big Top Hire, Fairgame Canary Wharf
The Big Top is an event space in Fairgame Canary Wharf characterised by a playful, fairground‑inspired interior.
Design: The space has bright, saturated colours and glossy panelling paired with warm timber flooring and compact, booth-like seating. The ceiling exposes services and uses track and festoon lighting to create layered pools of light.
Features: The room includes fixed bench seating and low partitions that create semi-private seating bays. A perimeter standing rail runs along the edge for mingling. The space provides adjustable track lighting, multiple power outlets for AV setups, venue Wi‑Fi and air conditioning.
Ideal for: Groups of friends or workplace teams seeking a relaxed, social setting for informal standing receptions and casual seated gatherings.
What sets it apart: A raised private gallery that provides direct sightlines across the venue's arcade floor.
What guests say: The space has a lively, carnival-style atmosphere and energetic, helpful staff. The space also includes practical conveniences such as drink holders at seating and an easy tap‑card game-scoring system.
Pricing
Standard opening hours shown — check the calendar for live availability.
How minimum spend works
- Food and drink ordered by you and your guests during the event counts towards the minimum spend.
- You cannot bring your own food or drinks.
- No separate hire fee applies.
Final pricing can depend on your event details. Enquire to get a tailored quote from the venue.
What this space offers
Popular amenities
- 30 chairs
- 15 tables
- WiFi
- Toilets
- A/V Equipment
Capacity
- 80 guests
What's allowed
We welcome
- Parties
- Birthday parties
- Private parties
- Hen parties
- Graduation parties
- Weddings
- Wedding receptions
- Christmas parties
- Baby showers
- Engagement parties
You cannot bring
- Your own drinks
- Your own food
Venue policies
House rules
- Leave promptly after your event
- Leave the space as you found it
- No smoking
- No vaping
- Bring your own bags and take the rubbish with you
Parking and loading
- There is on-street parking but some restrictions may apply
- There are no designated loading bays. Please unload from where you park.
Safety & security
- CCTV
- Fire extinguishers
- Fire exit signs
- First aid kit
- Fire alarms
- Smoke alarms
Location
Important terms
Property damage
In the event of any damage to the space or any other part of the venue property, Sharesy reserves the right to make deductions from the payment method used.
We'll make sure to notify you in advance of making any deductions and will, whenever possible, provide you with photographic or other documentary evidence of the damage.